Oscar II

Name: Nuova Simonelli Oscar II
Brand: Nuova Simonelli
Rating: 86 (4 reviews)

Released May 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Feb 23, 2026

The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II scores 86/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the espresso machines category. Coverage includes reviews from Coffeeness, Coffeedant, Homegrounds, and Seattlecoffeegear.

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based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

Powerful and user-friendly steam wand(3)
Heat exchanger allows simultaneous brewing and steaming(2)
Programmable volume buttons(2)
Commercial-grade portafilter(2)

Cons

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4 Expert Reviews

Independent publication10/2023

Independent publicationOct 4, 2023

The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II is an excellent heat exchanger espresso machine that offers commercial-grade components and performance at a reasonable price point.

Independent publication11/2025

Independent publicationNov 1, 2025

A compact heat-exchanger with real steam, two timed brew buttons, and a tough, café-leaning workflow—built for milk-forward homes and small pop-ups that want speed and repetition.

Independent publication10/2024

Independent publicationOct 14, 2024

The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II offers impressive performance and excellent value for money as an affordable heat-exchange boiler espresso machine with automatic dosing.

Independent publication05/2016

Independent publicationMay 1, 2016

The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II offers powerful performance with its heat exchanger and steam wand, though some plastic components and design choices detract from its premium feel.