Review summary
If you’re looking for a compact coffee machine that offers basic programmability to your coffee drinks and serves them at the touch of a button, the Jura C65 could be the right machine for you. This nice-looking machine makes both milk and coffee-based drinks and it has an automatic milk frother.
The size of the bean hopper and the water tank on the C65 are suitable for about 8 shots of coffee a day. This coffee machine can make single and double espresso shots, and its adjustable coffee spouts let you accommodate larger cups for larger coffee specialties.
Key features:
- Multiple coffee drinks
- Rotary switch
- 7-ounce bean hopper
- Thermoblock heating system
- Adjustable coffee spouts
- Milk frother
- 64-ounce water tank
- CLEARYL water filter
- Plain text display
- Integrated rinsing and cleaning programs
- Intelligent Pre-Brew Aroma System
- Fine Foam technology
Pros
Relatively easy to use
Programmable options
Makes single or double espresso shots
Easy to clean
Compact
Cons
Expensive
Rotary switch can be a bit confusing for some
Beautiful design and simple controls
The C65 by Jura looks very nice and comes in black only or in black with silver accents. The machine’s housing is mainly made of plastic, but you can spot some stainless steel parts on it as well.
Aside from the power button that’s located on the top backside of the machine, there are two dials on the Jura C65. One of these dials gives you access to the plain text menu, while the other one lets the steam come out of the frother.
Even though this espresso machine has simple control dials, the plain text display and the menu on it can be confusing for some people. This is because you can’t really see the menu with all of its options, but only one option at a time. However, it won’t take you long before you get completely used to this way of operating the Jura C65.
If you do appreciate machines with a simpler learning curve, there are many machines similar to the C665 that use a TFT display. We kindly suggest you take a look at the J80, the E6, or the Jura E8 to see how you feel about their designs.
Nice capacity of the bean hopper and water tank
Both the bean hopper and the water tank on the Jura C65 are big enough to let you drink many cups of coffee in peace before you need to refill the hopper or the tank. The bean hopper has enough space for up to 7 ounces of coffee beans, while the water tank holds 64 ounces of water without an issue.
Height-adjustable coffee spouts
You can lift up the coffee spouts on the Jura C65 and bring them back down to have your coffee cup fit underneath them. As long as the cup is from 2.6 to 4.4 inches tall, there will be no problem with it being the right cup for your favorite coffee drink.
Note, however, that the milk frother is not adjustable. Even though the frother is positioned at the same height as the coffee spouts, you will need to choose a cup with the right height when making milk-based drinks or you’ll otherwise spill your drink. Either do that, or use a smaller-sized cup as a container for the milk and pour the milk in the cup with your coffee drink afterward.
Coffee drinks at the touch of a button
Taking after the Jura C60, the Jura C65 makes your drinks at the touch of a button. This means that you won’t have to press multiple buttons until your drinks finally reach your cup. However, you’ll have to put in a little bit of effort into programming the coffee drinks to enjoy them even more.
Yes, this espresso machine lets you program certain settings that have to do with your drinks. One thing it lets you program is the volume of the coffee in your cup. Furthermore, the Jura C65 also lets you program the coffee strength. Finally, this machine gives you certain control over the temperature of the water that is part of your beverage.
To program your drinks, you’ll need to put the machine in the programming mode by pressing on the ‘P’ touch button right next to the display dial. To some other things on the machine, just keep turning the dial until you get to the setting that you want to program. Then, press the button in the center of the dial to enter the particular sub-menu.
Pretty simple to clean
The integrated rinsing, cleaning, and descaling programs on the Jura C65 help in the maintenance of the machine. The machine comes with a CLEARYL water filter that takes care of the hardness in your water and of the chlorine, and it decreases the need for frequent descaling of the brewing system.
For the times you’ll need to descale, you can put a descaling tablet in the bypass doser and run the machine. Also, make sure you purge the automatic frother to clean it from any traces of milk and water.
FAQ about the Jura C65
How tall is the Jura C65?
The Jura C65 is 13.6 inches tall. In case you’re asking how much clearance you’ll need for the espresso machine, know that the hatch of the bean hopper is about 3.21 inches long. Therefore, you’ll need about 16.3 inches of clearance between your machine and any objects above it.
Keep in mind that you’ll also need to turn on the Jura C65 by pressing the power button on the top of its back side. Therefore, you’ll need to have enough clearance for you to be able to reach the back of the machine with your hand.
Can I plumb in my Jura C65 to the waterline?
No, you can’t plumb this espresso machine to a water line. The machine uses a water reservoir only.
Why is my Jura C65 telling me to refill the bean hopper when there are enough beans in it?
This is probably because the beans are jammed up. You should unplug the espresso machine and try to move the beans that are on the bottom of the hopper around with some chopsticks. This should help.
Does the Jura C65 come with a stainless steel milk container?
No, this machine doesn’t come with a milk container. You’ll need to buy a container separately if you want one.
There’s always water on the bottom tray on my Jura C65. The water is there even when I use a cup to collect the water while the machine is rinsing the brewing system. Is this normal for this machine?
Yes, finding water on the bottom of the drip tray on the Jura C65 is perfectly normal. This is how the machine works.
Conclusion
The Jura C65 is an espresso machine that is worth buying. It won’t take a lot of space on your counter, will perform well, and will make you good shots of coffee. At the same time, you’ll find maintaining it relatively easy. Therefore, if these are the things you would like your future espresso machine to have, you should consider buying the Jura C65.
is this a milk frother i need a hose for? do i need to buy it mysel?
Hey there!! :)) ☕
Yes, you’ll need a hose for the Jura C65, but don’t worry because it comes included in the box. However, Jura recommends that the old hose is replaced with a new one once every three months or so, so here’s where you can buy a new hose with a stainless steel casing when you need it:
https://amzn.to/3DfbvL7
If you prefer using a plastic-only hose, you can get it here as part of Jura’s accessory set for milk systems:
https://amzn.to/3a5yQCm
Thanks for commenting!! We hope to see you in the comment section soon!! Take care and enjoy your day!! :)) ☕
@MCCS Hi there! I have this model of Jura and it started showing me this ‘switch open’ message today, and I tried to make it stop, but it just won’t. What do I do?
Hello, Cassie!! We hope you’re having a good day!! :)) ☕
The ‘Switch Open’ message alarms you that you need to rinse the frother. To do this, get a 10-ounce heat-resistant container and place it under the milk frother of the C65. Then, turn the steam dial to the steam position. The C65 will then rinse its milk frother and stop displaying the ‘Switch Open’ message after the rinsing.
This should help you with this issue. If it does not, the Morning Call Coffee Stand is always here for any questions that you might have in relation to this problem with your Jura C65 coffee machine. Take care and have a great day!! :)) ☕
How do I prepare the best latte macchiatto on the C65? Please include tips for the best coffee beans and milk brand for it.
Kind regards,
Hello!! It’s nice to have you on our site, visitor!! :)) ☕
The Jura C65 is not exactly the Jura coffee machine that can make a latte. To make a latte macchiato, you’ll need to both froth and steam the milk because that’s what gives this drink its structure. This means that you’ll need a frother that will let you regulate the temperature of the steam.
Since the Jura C65 doesn’t have a frother that can regulate the steam’s temperature, you could try making a latte macchiato with the frother that’s already on the coffee machine or buy the Professional Fine Foam frother by Jura and upgrade the machine.
If you choose the first option, you will get a good latte-like drink, but it won’t be exactly latte; however, it will be very similar to a latte, so, unless you are a coffee purist, we think that you’ll like it. In case you decide to get the Professional Fine Foam frother, however, you will be able to make a real latte macchiato and, hopefully, enjoy it.
You can purchase the Professional Fine Foam frother by Jura here:
https://amzn.to/2Yqj82v
If you want a Jura coffee machine that has a latte option, check out the reviews for the following Jura machines on our site:
Jura J80
https://morningcallcoffeestand.com/jura-j80-review/
Jura Giga5
https://morningcallcoffeestand.com/jura-giga-5-review/
Jura Z9
https://morningcallcoffeestand.com/jura-z9-review/
You also asked us to recommend you the best coffee beans and the best milk for the Jura C65 coffee machine. The options here are literally limitless as long as you don’t use oily coffee beans; the restrictions for the type of milk that you use are nonexistent since you can use whatever kind of milk you want.
Even though you can choose the beans you prefer as long as they are not oily (because oily beans can clog a Jura automatic coffee machine), we still wanted to give you a few recommendations:
Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee Blend:
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Stumptown Coffee Roasters Hair Bender Whole Bean Coffee – medium roasted
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Koffee Kult Dark Roast Coffee Beans – dark roasted
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Filicori Zecchini Forte Whole Coffee Bean – dark medium roasted
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Lavazza Espresso Italiano Whole Bean Coffee Blend – medium roasted
https://amzn.to/3uAZk8g
illy Classico Whole Bean Coffee – medium roasted
https://amzn.to/3FfxOSu
Kicking Horse Hola Ground Coffee – light roasted, ground
https://amzn.to/2WFuj6D
Lavazza Crema e Gusto Ground Coffee Blend – dark roasted, ground
https://amzn.to/3oAOA8P
Valhalla Java Whole Bean Coffee by Death Wish Coffee Company – dark roasted
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Cafe Don Pablo Gourmet Whole Bean Coffee – medium-dark roasted
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Intelligentsia Black Cat Classic Espresso – medium roasted
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We hope we’ve been of some help to you!! Have a great day and enjoy your coffee!! :)) ☕
If I buy this machine and use whole milk, will that clog its milk system?
Julie
Hi, Julie!! Thanks for reaching out to us!! :)) ☕
No, don’t worry, using whole milk on your Jura C65 won’t clog its milk system. Just make sure that you regularly rinse the milk tube and the milk frother under water after each use so that you can keep them clean.
Here’s a video tutorial by Jura that will help you understand how to dismantle your frother to rinse it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vSZ3p15Wuk
Of course, the machine comes with an instruction manual, so you will have all the instructions that you’ll need in there.
Have a day as great as your coffee and take care!! :)) ☕
how do you fix the error 2 on your jura?
Hey there!! Thank you for your comment!! :)) ☕
If you get the ‘Error 2’ message on your Jura coffee machine, just let the machine stay at room temperature. This message is usually displayed when the machine stays in a cold place for too long and so the machine doesn’t heat up because its parts can get damaged due to the drastic temperature change.
If this doesn’t work, just contact the Jura customer support and they will help you out. You can find the customer support contact information for your country by choosing your country from the ‘International’ menu and then choosing the ‘Hotline and customer support’ option from the ‘Support and Service’ menu.
Enjoy your day with a coffee or two made the way you like it!! Take care!! :)) ☕