Thermoplan Black&White4 Competizione (B&W4)
Competition-grade superautomatic espresso machine with steam wand, dual grinders, and barista milk control. Coffee · Tea · Steam
 
Official machine of the World Latte Art Championships. Available in chrome, black, chestnut wood accents, and other custom finishes.
 
Looking to Buy the Thermoplan Black & White4 Competizione in the USA?
Best Coffee Gear stocks the Thermoplan Black & White4 Competizione in the United States with U.S. delivery and professional installation coordination.
 
What This Machine Is
The Thermoplan Black&White4 Competizione is a commercial superautomatic espresso machine designed for cafés and hospitality environments that want automated espresso extraction combined with professional milk steaming.
 
Built on the Black&White4 platform, the Competizione configuration pairs dual-grinder superautomatic espresso production with a competition-quality steam wand, allowing operators to produce consistent espresso while maintaining full control over milk texture and latte art.
 
The Thermoplan Black&White4 Competizione is also used as the official machine of the World Latte Art Championships, making it a popular choice for cafés and baristas who want precise milk control for specialty beverages and latte art.
 
Who This Machine Is For
Best for specialty coffee shops, high-end cafés, hotel coffee bars, and hospitality environments that want consistent espresso output with barista-controlled milk texture for latte art and specialty beverages.
 
Key Highlights
• Commercial bean-to-cup superautomatic espresso machine
• Steam-wand configuration (Coffee · Tea · Steam) with automated espresso extraction and manual milk texturing
• Official machine of the World Latte Art Championships
• Dual grinders and dual bean hoppers for multiple coffee profiles and consistent espresso output
• Competition-grade steam wand designed for precise milk texturing and latte art
• Modular Black & White 4 (Black&White4 / B&W4) platform for serviceability and long-term support
• Intelligent Shot Quality (ISQ) monitoring maintains consistent espresso extraction throughout the day
• Automated cleaning programs designed to minimize downtime in busy service environments
• Available with features such as manual or automatic outlet, bean detection and ambient water
 
Technical Documentation
Manuals, specification sheets, and installation documentation for the Thermoplan Black & White4 Competizione are available in the Documentation section of this page.
 
FAQ
What makes the Competizione different from the standard CTS?
The Competizione is built on the same Black & White 4 Coffee · Tea · Steam platform as the CTS but is configured for environments that prioritize milk precision and latte art performance. It combines the automated espresso production of the BW4 system with a competition-grade steam wand used in the World Latte Art Championships.
 
Does this machine require professional installation?
Yes. This is a commercial machine requiring appropriate electrical, water, and drainage planning. Best Coffee Gear supports professional delivery and installation coordination in the U.S.
 
Do you offer financing options?
Yes. Commercial equipment financing is available through Approve for qualified businesses. View Financing Options →
 
Is this the espresso machine used by Starbucks?
No. This specific machine is not the exact Thermoplan model used by Starbucks. However, Thermoplan is the Swiss manufacturer behind the Mastrena (used by Starbucks) as well as the Black & White 3 and Black&White4, and is known for producing high-volume superautomatic espresso systems used by major global coffee chains.
 
Is this the same machine people associate with BUNN?
This is a Thermoplan Black & White 4 Competizione platform machine. Best Coffee Gear is an authorized distributor and importer of Thermoplan equipment and operates independently of BUNN.
 
Does this machine include a refrigerator?
No. The Thermoplan Black & White 4 Competizione configuration does not include an integrated refrigerated milk module. Milk preparation is handled through the manual steam wand, and any milk storage or refrigeration is operator-supplied based on site requirements.
 
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