[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had this espresso machine for three months, and it works great. I did end up buying a better tamper, but you cannot beat this machine for the price.
Excellent machine. Easy to set up and use. Like the compact size. Consistent quality of brewed coffee. At the same time, I am also able play around with it to get the strength, foaminess and depth to suit my taste and mood. Very happy with the purchase
This is my first espresso machine. It's incredibly easy to use. The espresso that comes out has a nice crema to it. Comes out hot too. Follow the directions that come with it and you will have no problems getting started. I'm very happy with my purchase.
I was expecting a home-duty cappuccino maker to be very lame. I could not have been more wrong. It really goes way beyond my expectations. The leading curve was shorter than the time it took to unbox it. I love it.
I got this coffee machine for my birthday, I live in the UK so there was not as many model on the market as are in the US. But I am amazed by the quality of the coffee this little "entry" level machine produces. I wouldn't call myself an expert but I know a thing or two about a good coffee. And even with an old batch of shop bought ground coffee without proper measuring this machine brewed me an absolutely beautiful cup of coffee, no bitterness and with creama on top. And with the 20 bar pressure the steam wand did a brilliant job too. Handling was very easy and also cleaning is no hassle either.