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Nuova Simonelli Oscar II
Espresso Machines

Oscar II

Nuova Simonelli

Released May 2016

The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II scores 86/100 based on 4 expert reviews. Top pro: powerful and user-friendly steam wand.

Critic Score

864 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$1,995.00

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 Critic Reviews

88
CoffeenessOct 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.

87
CoffeedantNov 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.

85
HomegroundsOct 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.

82
SeattlecoffeegearMay 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.