Rio Barista2 Fully Automatic Coffee Machine

Rio Barista2 — Fully Automatic Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

The Rio Barista2 is a complete barista-quality drinks solution built for busy commercial environments. With 100 drinks per hour and 200 per day, a double ceramic flat burr grinder, twin soluble canisters, and the freedom to run plumbed in or completely standalone from its own 4-litre water tank, it delivers exceptional coffee wherever you need it — no barista, no plumber required.

Take It Anywhere. Seriously.

Most commercial coffee machines are fixed to a wall and a water supply. Not the Barista2. Its built-in 4-litre water tank means you can set it up at exhibitions, events, pop-ups, and temporary venues with nothing more than a standard 13-amp socket. Barista-quality coffee — lattes, cappuccinos, hot chocolate — wherever your business takes you. Then plumb it in permanently when you're back at base. One machine. Total flexibility.

Why Customers Choose the Barista2

• Barista-quality in every cup — 21g brewing capacity (vs 12–15g industry standard) + efficient pre-brewing = richer, more intense coffee
• Up to 100 drinks/hr, 200/day — no bottlenecks, even at peak service
• Double ceramic flat burr grinder, 9 grind sizes — cooler than steel, preserving full bean flavour and aroma
• Plumbed in or 4-litre tank — total flexibility — permanent installation or fully portable for exhibitions and events. Just a 13-amp socket needed
• Twin soluble canisters (0.8kg each) — hot chocolate, matcha, vegan options, instant decaf and more — alongside fresh bean coffee
• Hot water wand included — dispenses hot water on demand for teas, Americanos, and hot drinks beyond coffee
• Optional steam wand (additional charge) — upgrade to froth fresh and plant-based milks for lattes, cappuccinos, and flat whites; ideal for venues serving oat, almond, or soy milk
• Fresh milk fridge compatible — pair with a Rio Milk Fridge for a complete fresh milk setup
• MDB payment compatible — ideal for self-service and unmanned environments
• Lockable door and canisters — secure in any public or unmanned setting
• Fully automatic cleaning — maximum uptime, minimum effort
• 10.1-inch colour touchscreen — zero training needed
• 50-portion grounds waste capacity — fewer interruptions

Compatible Rio Milk Fridges

The Rio Barista2 works with two Rio milk fridge options — choose based on your volume:

• Rio Milk Fridge 6 Litre — ideal for smaller offices and lower-volume environments
• Rio Milk Fridge 10 Litre — the go-to for busy offices and hospitality venues

Installation and Servicing — Your Way

Order a machine in a box and set it up yourself — it's straightforward and you'll be serving great coffee in no time. Or our nationwide team of over 75 professionally trained coffee engineers can install and service your machine anywhere in the UK. Get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Technical Specifications

Perfect For

Hotels, coffee bars, pubs, restaurants, offices, universities, exhibitions and events, and unmanned vending environments across the UK. Trusted by hospitality and foodservice businesses that demand reliability, quality, and flexibility — day in, day out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it need to be plumbed in?
No — and that's one of its biggest advantages. The built-in 4-litre water tank means you can run the Barista2 anywhere with a standard 13-amp socket — exhibitions, events, pop-ups, temporary venues. No plumber, no fixed installation needed. Plumb it in permanently whenever you're ready.

Can it froth milk for lattes and cappuccinos?
Yes — with the optional steam wand upgrade (available at an additional charge), the Barista2 can froth fresh and plant-based milks including oat, almond, and soy. Contact us to add this option to your order.

Does it dispense hot water for teas?
Yes — the hot water wand is included as standard, making it a complete hot drinks solution for offices and hospitality venues serving tea alongside coffee.

How does the Barista2 compare to other commercial bean to cup machines?
The Barista2 offers a 21g brewing capacity above the industry norm, a double ceramic flat burr grinder, twin soluble canisters for extended menu variety, MDB payment compatibility, and the unique ability to run plumbed in or completely off-grid — a combination few machines at this price point can match.

What can I put in the twin soluble canisters?
Each canister holds 0.8kg of powdered product — instant milk powder, Rio Hot Chocolate, Rio Vegan Hot Chocolate, matcha, Milkybar powder, Aero Mint Chocolate, instant decaf, and more.

Can you install and service the machine for us?
Absolutely — our nationwide team of over 75 professionally trained coffee engineers can install and service your Rio Barista2 anywhere in the UK. Prefer to do it yourself? Simply order a machine in a box and you'll be up and running in no time. Let us know your requirements.

Can it take payments?
Yes — MDB payment system compatible, ideal for cashless self-service and vending environments.

Does it clean itself?
Yes — fully automatic cleaning system with a 50-portion grounds waste capacity for minimal interruptions.

Do staff need training?
No — the 10.1-inch colour touchscreen is intuitive for any member of staff or customer from the very first use.

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