Iberital IB7 Coffee Machines Compared: One-Group vs Two-Group vs Three-Group

Iberital’s IB7 range is an attractive blend of vintage, modern tech, and compact design. The IB7 commercial coffee machines are made for café, pub, and boutique spaces, and are available in single, two, and three group variants. All three options share build quality and smart design, but differ in overall size and output.

 

Product Overview

 Iberital IB7 One-Group 

• Compact 6–6.5 L boiler, 1,800 W heater, single steam wand.
• Ideal for start ups, offices, and smaller cafes serving up to 80 drinks/day.

Iberital IB7 Two-Group 

• Mid-size 10.5 L boiler, 3,000 W heater, dual steam wands.
• Suitable for cafes and service counters serving up to 150–200 drinks/day. Includes compact and standard width options. 

Iberital IB7 Three-Group 

• Large capacity 20 L boiler with 5,000 W output, three group heads and two steam wands.
• Ideal for busy cafes serving up to 300–400 drinks/day.

 

Design & Build Quality

Stainless steel panels, durable brass group heads, fast-turn steam knobs, LED mood lighting and retro-modern style (a vintage nod with modern touches). All units are hand made in Barcelona and use robust, recyclable materials.

Shared Features:

• LED lighting for better visibility and café ambience.
• Electronic dosing and volumetrics for precise dosing control and consistent shot volume.
• Auto boiler fill and anti-splash outlets to improve efficiency and cleanliness.

 

Performance Specs at a Glance

 

Iberital IB7 One-Group

 Boiler Capacity: 6–6.5 litres 

Heating Power: 1,800 W 

Steam Wand: Single 

Output Capacity: Approx. 80–90 espressos per hour 

Dimensions (W×D×H): 445 × 508 × 460 mm 

Weight: 41 kg 

 

Iberital IB7 Two-Group

Boiler Capacity: 10.5 litres 

Heating Power: 3,000 W 

Steam Wands: Dual (Compact or Standard versions) 

Output Capacity: Approx. 200–285 drinks per hour 

Dimensions (W×D×H): 540 or 695 × 508 × 460 mm 

Weight: 52–55 kg

 

Iberital IB7 Three-Group

Boiler Capacity: Approx. 20 litres 

Heating Power: ~5,000 W 

Steam Wands: Two 

Output Capacity: Approx. 400 drinks per hour 

Dimensions (W×D×H): Approx. 935 × 508 × 460 mm 

Weight: 72 kg

 

Operation & Maintenance

All IB7 commercial coffee machine models feature E61 group heads, volumetric pump, and thermosyphon boiler circulation. Compact and 1 group models are hand-fillable. Larger machines need plumbing. Maintenance tasks include: 

• Monthly descaling (more frequently with hard water) 
• Daily steam wand purging 
• Basic cleaning via touch-panel controls and anti splash design

The IB7s are also energy conscious, using single loop heaters and auto fill systems to minimise power waste.

 

Barista Experience

Electronic dosing and ergonomic group handles make preparation simple across all models.

Workflow optimisation:

1 group: Single barista; output must match machine. 

2 Group: Allows for two simultaneous tasks, one grinding/steaming, one pulling shots.

3 Group: Designed for teams, ideal for rush hours and franchises.

Hand held Fill models (1-group) can plug into a standard UK 13 A socket, larger machines require dedicated power and plumbing.

 

Who Each Model Suits

1 Group: For solo operators, boutique offices, and small cafes (<100 drinks/day). Compact, relatively affordable (£1,995–2,335 inc. VAT) and easy to set up.

2 Group: Most versatile. Succeeds in café or hotel service counters serving up to 150–200 drinks/day. (£2,390–2,645 inc. VAT) 

3 Group: For high-volume or busier outlets where up to 300–400 drinks/day or multiple orders are frequent. Pricing varies; generally, over the 2-group price.

 

Value & Pricing

Prices as stated on Cotswold coffee company:

 

Final Verdict

Going with the 1 group means a reliable, strong, single barista setup with a compact footprint and cost efficiency.

Going with the 2 group offers the best mix with greater capacity and dual wand options. Ideal for growing or mid size outlets. 

Going with the 3 group arms a high-traffic cafe with the volume capacity and team-based design it needs.

All IB7 commercial coffee machine models bring Iberital’s durable build, retro-modern design, programmable precision, and energy-efficient reliability. The real decision point is between volume and space requirements.

 

Recommendation

If you’re running a small to mid-size café or hospitality outlet, the 2-group IB7 is the best bet, offering output, flexibility, and a healthy middle ground between size and price. The 1 group is for lower demand settings, while the 3 group is for high output and high speed setups.