Grosche Milano Silver
Score: 78/100
Bialetti New Venus Induction Silver
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Bialetti New Venus Induction Stovetop Coffee Maker is a 6-cup stainless-steel moka pot that works on all hob types, including induction, and brews espresso in about three minutes. Its small base may cause inconsistent induction heating and some users report leaks over time. Best for coffee enthusiasts who need an induction-compatible, durable moka pot for daily use.
The GROSCHE Milano is a versatile 9-cup aluminum moka pot offering a certified safety valve and burn guard for safe brewing. It cannot be used on induction cooktops and requires hand washing. Suited for families and outdoor use where larger batches are needed.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 cupsbest | 6 cups | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3 minbest |
224 cmbest | 21.49 cm | |
106 cmbest | 12.99 cm | |
102 cmbest | 10.99 cm | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.774 kg | 0.54 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (cups) | 9 cups | 6 cups |
Height (cm) | 224 cm | 21.49 cm |
Width (cm) | 106 cm | 12.99 cm |
Depth (cm) | 102 cm | 10.99 cm |
Power & Compatibility(3) | ||
Power Source | Manual | Stovetop |
Stovetop Compatibility | Gas, Electric, Propane, Glass | Gas, Electric, Ceramic, Induction |
Induction Compatible | false | true |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.774 kg | 0.54 kg |
Body Material | Aluminum | Stainless steel |
Handle Material | Soft-touch | Heat-resistant |
Dishwasher Safe | false | true |
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Professional reviewers regard the GROSCHE Milano as a top-selling, high-quality moka pot that delivers a rich, full-bodied espresso-like brew while offering safety features and versatile stovetop compatibility. They commend its premium stainless-steel version for serious coffee enthusiasts and highlight its cost-effective alternative to electric espresso machines, though they note limitations such as lack of induction compatibility and the need for manual monitoring.
Everyday users consistently praise the Milano for its strong, flavorful coffee, safety valve, and durability, especially appreciating its suitability for camping and the availability of replaceable parts. Common criticisms focus on the inability to use the aluminum model on induction cooktops, the hand-wash-only requirement, and the small capacity of lower-cup models.
Professional reviewers commend the New Venus for its elegant design, 18/10 stainless-steel build, and upgraded 20 % thicker walls that improve heat retention. They highlight its full compatibility with gas, electric, ceramic and induction hobs, dishwasher safety, and the patented safety valve and drip-less spout as notable improvements over older models, while noting the small base may limit induction performance and the potential for long-term leaks.
Everyday users praise the pot for producing rich, café-quality espresso quickly, its large 6-cup capacity, and the durable, shiny stainless-steel finish that stays clean even with daily use. Common complaints focus on occasional leaks after a couple of years, marginal induction performance on some hobs due to the small base, and difficulty finding exact models or larger copper versions.
