Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Conqueco vs GASTROBACK
Conqueco vs GASTROBACK: the differences
| Compare | Conqueco ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |  GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | PCM020, PCM030, PCM030K, CGM020 | Multi-Heissluftfritteuse Heat & Crisp Family 8 L, Multi-Heissluftfritteuse Duo Family 9 L, Design Heissluftfritteuse Air Pro |
| Entry price | €79.99Lower | €89 |
| Flagship price | €119.99Lower | €699.99 |
| Pump pressure (bar) | 18 | 15 |
| Built-in grinder | No | YesHas it |
| Milk system | None | Steam wand |
| Pod system | Nespresso original | None |
| Markets | GB, US, CA, AU | DE, AT |
| Boiler type | Not confirmed | Thermoblock |
| Capacity (l) | Not confirmed | 8 |
| Power (W) | Not confirmed | 2,000 |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Spare parts shop | Not confirmed | Yes |
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Key differences
- GASTROBACK scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 9.3.
- Entry price is lower at Conqueco: €79.99 vs €89.
- Flagship price is lower at Conqueco: €119.99 vs €699.99.
- Built-in grinder: only GASTROBACK.
- Machine types: only Conqueco offers Portable espresso.
- Machine types: only GASTROBACK offers Espresso, Drip.
- Markets: only Conqueco offers GB, US, CA.
- Markets: only GASTROBACK offers DE, AT.
Our verdict on each
Conqueco
Conqueco suits anyone who wants espresso away from a kitchen counter, and it does that with a small portable range rather than a full machine lineup. Its entry grinder sits well below the €127.49 median, and support runs through email, phone and help centre with a 2 years warranty behind it.
GASTROBACK
GASTROBACK suits cooks in Germany and Austria who want air fryers and coffee from the same seller, with espresso machines starting at €89. The trade-off is range depth: the flagship Design Espressomaschine Advanced Urban Duo costs €699.99 and the catalogue stays inside DE and AT.
Score breakdown
| Area | Conqueco | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.8Entry at €79.99 and flagship at €119.99, both under the medians of €127.49 and €492.95. | 9.9HigherEspresso machines start at €89 against a site median of €127.49, and the flagship costs €699.99. |
| Offer | 8.8Range is portable espresso and grinder, pods via nespresso original, milk is none, warranty 2 years, support on email, phone and help centre. | 9.2HigherThe fryer line pairs 8 litres of capacity with 10 programs, and espresso, drip and grinder widens the range into coffee. |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Conqueco | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso and bean-to-cup machines | 9 of 59 | 6 of 59 |
| Coffee machines | 12 of 82 | 8 of 82 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Conqueco | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Machine types | Portable espresso, Grinder | Espresso, Drip, Grinder |
| Legal entity | Dongguan DingZhi E-commerce Co., Ltd | Gastroback GmbH |
| Headquarters | China | Germany |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Conqueco | GASTROBACK | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry price | €79.99below the median | €89below the median | €149.50 |
| Flagship price | €119.99lowest quarter | €699.99at the median | €699.99 |
| Pump pressure (bar) | 18below the median | 15below the median | 18.5 |
| Capacity (l) | Not confirmed | 8highest quarter | 2.5 |
| Power (W) | Not confirmed | 2,000highest quarter | 1,500 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | Not confirmed | 2 years |
Median across 65 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Conqueco
Pros
- Entry pricing starts at €79.99, far under the €127.49 category median.
- The portable range pumps at 18 bar, matching the middle of the 19 bar category spread.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre, covering phone and email alongside a help centre.
Cons
- Milk handling is none on the portable range, which rules out cappuccino and latte drinks.
- Grinder built in is listed as no, so beans are ground in the separate grinder rather than in the machine.
- Bean to cup is not among its machine types, which cover portable espresso and grinder.
GASTROBACK
Pros
- Espresso, drip and grinder models sit under the same brand, per espresso, drip and grinder, so a whole coffee corner is covered.
- The flagship espresso machine has a built-in grinder, a steam wand and a thermoblock boiler, covering beans and milk drinks in the same body.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre, and a spare parts shop keeps replacement parts on the same storefront as the machines.
Cons
- The flagship espresso machine costs €699.99, far above the site median of €492.95.
- Capsule drinkers get nothing here, since the pod system is none.
- Shipping covers DE and AT only, so buyers elsewhere face a cross-border order.
Who each suits
Conqueco
Who it suits
- You drink Nespresso Original pods and want a machine that travels
- You are setting up a small kitchen or office coffee spot on a budget
- You already grind beans separately and want a portable espresso option
Who should look elsewhere
- You want milk drinks, since milk handling is none on the portable range
- You want one brand to cover bean to cup, since Philips lists bean to cup and espresso
- You want a drip brewer too, which Daewoo Electricals includes in drip, espresso and grinder
GASTROBACK
Who it suits
- Buyers in DE and AT who want air fryers and espresso from the same store, with a spare parts shop behind the machines.
- Coffee drinkers who want a built-in grinder, a steam wand and a thermoblock boiler, where Chef iq covers multicooker alone.
- Shoppers who want blenders and stand mixers alongside the fryers, a mix closer to Daewoo Electricals and Arno, both listing air fryer, blender and stand mixer.
Who should look elsewhere
- Capsule drinkers, since the flagship's pod system is none.
- Shoppers outside DE and AT, who may find a nearer fit in Arno or Daewoo Electricals, both listing air fryer, blender and stand mixer.
- Households chasing the largest basket, since air fryer capacity ranks 24 of 69.
Country by country
| Country | Conqueco | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Conqueco
How much does the cheapest Conqueco machine cost?+
Entry pricing starts at €79.99, which is one of the lowest entry figures in the category. The median across brands sits at €127.49, so Conqueco opens well below the field. You pay once for the machine and there is no renewal fee afterwards.
Does Conqueco make machines that froth milk?+
Milk handling on the portable range is none, so there is no steam wand or automatic frother there. That rules out cappuccino and latte drinks on those models. If milk drinks matter to you, Philips covers that ground with bean to cup and espresso.
GASTROBACK
What does a coffee machine cost at GASTROBACK?+
Coffee machines start at €89 for the espresso range, with drip and grinder models listed in espresso, drip and grinder alongside it. The flagship Design Espressomaschine Advanced Urban Duo costs €699.99, so the distance between the cheapest machine and the top of the range is wide, and buyers should decide early which end they need.
Where does GASTROBACK deliver?+
Shipping terms cover DE and AT, so a German or Austrian buyer is served directly from the store. Service and support come from the same base in Germany, so questions and warranty queries stay with the seller rather than a third party.