Customer reviews from Kitchen Aid
KitchenAid - Semi Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder, KES6551 - Candy Apple Red
Average customer rating
4.4
(389 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 389 reviews
5 Stars
281
4 Stars
62
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
2
1 Star
30
64%of customers recommend this product.
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49 out of
77)
Customer Reviews for KitchenAid - Semi Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder, KES6551 - Candy Apple Red
Customer Rating
3
Drink your espresso
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: josephz5_5317
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The KitchenAid semi automatic espresso machine with Berg grinder, has a nice brew, consistency, easy maintenance and ease cleanup. The grinding performance is awesome. Has different levels of grind.
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Customer Rating
4
A great machine with some small quirks!
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: kayh55_6988
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The ability to dial in the grind of your beans and get a good pull of espresso could not be easier! I have used other machines and getting this one tuned in is hands down the easiest I have used! The bean hopper is a good side and so is the water tank. I wish the drip tray was bigger, it feels like I am constantly having to empty it. My biggest other feedback is the steaming is not quiet at all. I appreciate how hard this is to do with at home machines, but quiet this steamer is NOT!
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Customer Rating
5
So convenient!
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: jjdock_5983
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This espresso machine is amazing. Easy to use directions and makes a wonderful cup of espresso and with the grinding process is so much nicer than others I have used. It’s not a loud machine and you can make it the exact way you want for each separate cup which is nice when you have company over. The overall taste is absolutely amazing. Love love love it
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Customer Rating
4
Sleek, Space Saving, Barista Making Expresso Machi
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: momma_of_3_5737
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The KitchenAid Semi Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder is a nice upgrade from my old coffee maker. It has a sleek, fully stainless steel design. The machine sits at 15” H x 13” W and has a depth of 11.” It takes up surprisingly little counter space and sits well under a kitchen cabinet. I have to admit I was intimidating at first by all the buttons and accessories when I unboxed the espresso
machine. I am not going to lie, there is a learning curve to using this machine and learning to making a good espresso, latte, or
cappuccino, but once I figured it out it became super easy. The buttons are well
laid out and easy to read. The burr grinder is also quite good and incredibly quiet. Overall, I am now my own barista at home aka “my mini cafe” to my family and friends and highly recommend this product.
machine. I am not going to lie, there is a learning curve to using this machine and learning to making a good espresso, latte, or
cappuccino, but once I figured it out it became super easy. The buttons are well
laid out and easy to read. The burr grinder is also quite good and incredibly quiet. Overall, I am now my own barista at home aka “my mini cafe” to my family and friends and highly recommend this product.
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Customer Rating
5
KitchenAid thought of everything, so you can focus
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: suzir15_727
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] KitchenAid blew me away with the experience of this semi automatic espresso machine. I finally am getting barista quality drinks at home. From the moment you open the box, you see thoughtful care in every detail. They’ve made every part of the process as clear as possible. The machine is designed with easy cleaning in mind and does everything you need for a wide range of drinks. I love the large water reservoir and the precision grind for the freshest espresso. You have complete control at your fingertips to craft your perfect espresso drink in the comfort of your home. I was intimidated at first to make this upgrade from a combination of my basic espresso machine (never tasted good enough) and limited offering of my Nespresso machine but I couldn’t be more thrilled. I knew I could trust KitchenAid for great kitchen appliances, but I am truly wowed by the experience they deliver in the espresso realm. Highly recommend!
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Customer Rating
5
Excellent All-In-One Espresso Setup — Quiet, Styli
on October 17, 2025
Posted by: jim93001_7822
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder for a few weeks now, and I’m honestly impressed. The built-in burr grinder is whisper-quiet compared to most machines, and the anti-static design keeps the counter surprisingly clean. The Smart Dosing knob makes it easy to dial in the right amount of grounds without much guesswork, and the shots come out rich, creamy, and full-bodied once you find your preferred grind and tamp pressure.
The steam wand is strong enough to produce silky microfoam for lattes and cappuccinos, and the machine itself looks beautiful on the counter — it has that solid, modern KitchenAid design that fits perfectly in any kitchen. It’s also compact and easy to move when cleaning, which I didn’t realize would be so handy.
Compared to the Breville Barista Express (which I’ve used before), the KitchenAid runs quieter and feels a bit more refined in day-to-day use. The Breville might still have a slight edge in long-term consistency and community support, but for anyone who values quieter operation and a clean, premium look, this KitchenAid holds its own — and then some.
If you’re looking for an all-in-one espresso setup that blends performance, design, and ease of use, this one’s a winner.
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Customer Rating
5
Loving my coffee time even more now!
on October 17, 2025
Posted by: rasnas_1192
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my kitchenaid espresso machine, it makes very nice rich coffee with full flavour. It froths milk very well which is perfect for my lattes. I enjoyed experimenting and learning all settings and now I know how to make my perfect coffee!
Loving it!
Loving it!
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Customer Rating
5
The Perfect Home Espresso Machine
on October 18, 2025
Posted by: markg79_1833
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] By far the best espresso machine for the money. It could very well be the best machine out there for home use. There’s not a single thing that I can find wrong with it after 1.5 months of daily use between two people. There hasn’t been a time where I said it would be better if it had this or that, they included everything and all of the parts are designed to be stored internally. It’s extremely easy to clean using the built in frother (it works off of steam). Since it uses steam I’m able to get a thorough clean of everything. It has a pressure gauge that shows optimum pressure for pulling your shots, and you can get your perfect shot by playing around with different grind settings, how hard you tamp the grounds, and which of the 4 included stainless steel filter plates you choose. It also comes with a recipe book with TONS of drinks you can make with this machine, I’ve been making Iced lattes at home every morning and it’s awesome doing it myself!
I’ve recommended this machine to multiple family members and friends and they all love it as well. I’m super happy with it, they really did a great job designing this machine/set.
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