The Miele MilkPerfection CM6560 is a fully automatic, Wi‑Fi connected bean to cup coffee machine aimed squarely at people who want barista‑style coffee at home with as little faff as possible. It grinds fresh beans, steams milk and pours everything for you, with a smart, minimalist design in an obsidian black pearl finish.
This is a premium machine in both price and positioning, sitting towards the top end of the bean to cup market. In return you get a feature‑packed spec: dual‑cup brewing, a dedicated milk system with its own container and a generous set of pre‑programmed drinks.
Owners rate it highly, with an average score of 4.7 out of 5 from its reviews, suggesting that Miele’s usual focus on build quality and consistency carries through here.
The CM6560 is ideal for coffee lovers who drink several coffees a day and want café‑quality results without learning to use a manual espresso machine. If you like milk‑based drinks such as cappuccinos, flat whites and lattes, the dedicated milk container and automatic frothing make it especially appealing.
It suits busy households or couples who often make drinks together. The OneTouch for Two function lets you brew two coffees at the same time, and the programmable settings mean everyone can save their preferred strength and volume instead of tweaking dials every time.
This is very much a premium purchase rather than an entry‑level option. If you’re upgrading from pods or a basic espresso maker and are ready to invest in something that should last and feel more luxurious, it’s a strong contender. If you just want the occasional coffee and don’t care about customisation, it’s likely to be overkill.
Thanks to the automatic cleaning, descaling programme and dishwasher‑safe components, it’s also a good match for anyone who wants excellent coffee without spending their weekends scrubbing bits of the machine.
Excellent drink variety: with 17 programmes and 8 one‑touch favourites, you can make everything from ristretto and espresso to latte macchiato, flat white and even hot milk or tea water, all from the same machine.
Milk done properly: the 0.7‑litre milk container and dedicated milk frother deliver consistent, silky foam for milk drinks, and the machine handles the timings and textures automatically.
Genuinely convenient automation: OneTouch for Two, adjustable coffee strength, grind settings and programmable profiles mean you can dial in your perfect cup and recall it with a tap, including for two cups at once.
Low‑effort maintenance: automatic cleaning, rinsing functions, a descaling programme, removable brewing unit and dishwasher‑safe parts make it far less of a chore to keep clean than many rivals.
Quality build and design: Miele’s solid construction, height‑adjustable spout and compact footprint (around 36 cm high and 25 cm wide) help it fit neatly under kitchen cupboards while still handling taller mugs.
Modern connectivity: built‑in Wi‑Fi with Miele’s Wifi Conn@ct lets you start drinks and tweak settings from your phone, handy if you want a coffee ready as you walk into the kitchen.
High upfront cost: this is priced firmly in the premium bracket for bean to cup machines, so you’re paying a noticeable premium for the Miele name, build and feature set.
Short standard warranty for the price: despite being tested for the equivalent of 20 years’ use, the manufacturer warranty is only 1 year, which feels modest on a machine at this level.
Water tank could be larger: the 1.8‑litre tank is perfectly adequate for most homes but heavy users may find themselves refilling more often than they’d like, especially when making two milk drinks at a time.
No mention of built‑in water filter: you may need to buy separate filters or descale more regularly depending on your local water hardness, adding a bit to ongoing costs and maintenance.
Day to day, the CM6560 is designed to be as hands‑off as possible. You fill the 300 g bean hopper, top up the 1.8‑litre water tank and 0.7‑litre milk container, then most tasks are handled via the touch controls and clear display. The interface is straightforward, with preset drinks laid out logically so you’re never more than a couple of taps away from your usual order.
The height‑adjustable spout is genuinely useful, as it lets you switch between espresso cups and taller latte glasses without splashing. Brewing two drinks at once is seamless: place both cups under the spout, hit OneTouch for Two and the machine takes care of the rest.
Cleaning is largely automated. Rinsing cycles run to keep the coffee and milk pathways fresh, and the auto‑clean and descaling programmes reduce the need for deep manual scrubs. When you do have to get involved, the removable drip tray, brewing unit and other components are easy to access and many parts can go in the dishwasher, which is a real time saver.
The 1.4 m power cord gives reasonable flexibility in where you place it on the worktop, though you’ll still want it near a socket. Energy‑saving and low standby consumption (0.5 W) help avoid unnecessary power use if you like to leave it switched on throughout the day.
At the heart of the CM6560 is a 15‑bar pump and built‑in grinder, giving you the core pressure and fresh grind needed for authentic espresso‑based drinks. Adjustable grind and coffee strength settings allow you to tune the flavour from smooth and mild through to rich and intense, so you’re not stuck with a one‑size‑fits‑all shot.
Miele’s AromaticSystem is designed to optimise extraction, helping to bring out more aroma and body from your beans. Combined with the consistent 15‑bar pressure, it delivers a solid base for all the drinks on offer, from short ristrettos to longer lungos.
Where this machine really stands out is milk performance and variety. The MilkPerfection system, paired with the 0.7‑litre milk tank, handles steaming and frothing for cappuccino, latte, flat white and latte macchiato automatically. Temperature and texture are balanced for each recipe, so you get creamy microfoam without needing any barista skills. Hot milk and hot water functions also cover hot chocolate or tea.
Smart features are a clear step up from more basic bean to cup machines. Wi‑Fi and Wifi Conn@ct let you control the CM6560 from your phone, so you can start a coffee from another room or adjust settings without being in front of the machine. Programmable coffee settings mean you can save personalised profiles for different family members or times of day.
In terms of durability and design, Miele states that the machine is tested for the equivalent of 20 years’ use, which is reassuring given the investment. The removable brewing unit, drip tray, dishwasher‑safe parts and built‑in descaling and rinsing functions suggest it’s been engineered with long‑term reliability and easy upkeep in mind.
With a price tag of around £1,499, the Miele CM6560 MilkPerfection sits at the premium end of the bean to cup market. There are certainly cheaper machines that will make an acceptable espresso, so the question is whether the added features and build justify the extra spend.
For frequent coffee drinkers who make a lot of milk‑based drinks, the combination of automatic milk handling, dual‑cup brewing, extensive drink variety and deep customisation goes well beyond the basics. Add in Miele’s reputation for longevity, the tested‑for‑20‑years claim and the strong 4.7/5 average owner rating, and the price begins to look more sensible over the long term.
However, the short 1‑year warranty and the fact that not everyone will make use of the Wi‑Fi controls or the full range of drinks mean it won’t represent outstanding value for every household. If you mainly drink the odd Americano and don’t care about smart features, your money would stretch further with a simpler machine.
For its target audience – enthusiasts and busy households wanting hassle‑free, café‑style drinks every day – it offers good value as a premium, long‑term purchase rather than a bargain buy.
The Miele MilkPerfection CM6560 is a seriously capable bean to cup coffee machine that delivers excellent coffee and milk drinks with minimal effort. Its combination of a 15‑bar pump, adjustable grinder, AromaticSystem brewing and automatic milk frothing makes it easy to get consistently impressive results, even if you’ve never used an espresso machine before.
It’s clearly aimed at coffee enthusiasts and busy households willing to pay for convenience, quality and a wide choice of drinks. Automatic cleaning, dishwasher‑safe parts and Wi‑Fi control add to the sense that this is a thoughtfully designed, modern appliance built to be used every day.
The premium price and relatively short warranty are the main sticking points, and lighter coffee drinkers may struggle to justify the cost. But if you’re looking for a long‑term upgrade that can replace your café habit and keep a household of coffee fans happy, the CM6560 is an excellent, future‑proof choice.
