Customer reviews from Kitchen Aid
KitchenAid - Semi Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder, KES6551 - Stainless Steel
Average customer rating
4.5
(379 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 379 reviews
5 Stars
279
4 Stars
60
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
2
1 Star
26
65%of customers recommend this product.
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47 out of
72)
Customer Reviews for KitchenAid - Semi Automatic Espresso Machine with Burr Grinder, KES6551 - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
5
Espresso Machine without the hassle
on August 14, 2025
Posted by: marcr51_9163
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Coming from a beginner espresso maker and drinker this machine has been such an easy and amazing addition to my morning routine. It took a little bit of time to dial in the correct settings for my beans but once you find the sweet spot the entire process from grinding to pulling the shot is almost automatic. The clean up process is also just as quick and easy. You'd think with all the parts and accessories it would be a hassle and would take a chunk of your morning, but all you have to do is quickly wipe and rinse. This machine has quickly become a staple in my morning routine whether I want a quick shot or a velvety latte.
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Customer Rating
5
Easy, compact, quiet
on August 14, 2025
Posted by: tarab6_5477
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Easy to use, makes piping hot espresso beverages. My family and I have been having a blast making all kinds of drinks. From espresso martinis to iced lattes and even delicious cappuccinos! Minimal noise, perfect addition to our coffee bar. Easy to clean, grinds the beans well and makes a delicious cup every single time!
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Customer Rating
5
Coffee Obsessed
on August 15, 2025
Posted by: brittanyl310_8222
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am in absolutely love with this coffee and espresso machine. The guide was easy to follow and the learning curve was quick with a semi—automatic. I felt like a barista every morning and the quality was great, too. My coffees and lattes were smooth and made just the way I’d want it from a shop. Even my Americano loving husband loves to use our new Kitchen Aid each day. 10/10 from this house!
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Customer Rating
5
Luxury!
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: samjo2020_9600
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was not a daily coffee or espresso drinker, but I was so excited to receive this and try to make all of the cute beverages I’ve seen on all of the social media sites. This machine looks and feels luxurious. It is also super versatile and helps with making every espresso beverage possible. It makes it so easy to get the right drink at the perfect temperature and I love the steamed milk feature. It’s easy to use and easy to clean. I can’t wait to continue looking up espresso recipes to try and upload them on my social medias!
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Customer Rating
5
This machine looks amazing, is super quiet, and ma
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: hallep19_8949
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine is beautiful and makes espresso that honestly tastes better than some coffee shops. The built in grinder works perfectly and the shots come out smooth and consistent. It is quiet which makes the process relaxing and it is also easy to clean. I like that I can control the grind and the milk steaming without it feeling complicated. Overall it feels like having a little cafe at home and I enjoy using it as a weekend treat. I can wait to start practicing my latte art.
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Customer Rating
5
Quality machine for superior espresso
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: annelieset_7238
[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 it’s quickly become a staple in my kitchen. It’s been such a blessing to use every morning and makes every day just that much better. What I love most is how quiet it is—the grinder and the machine both run so smoothly that I can make my morning espresso without disturbing the house (very important with little kids at home). It’s also extremely simple to use, and the high-quality parts make it feel solid and reliable.
The burr grinder produces consistently even grounds, which has made a huge difference in the taste of my espresso. Each cup is custom made and can be individualized to perfection. At first, the milk frothing took me a little practice to get right, but after a couple of weeks I’ve graduated to making latte art—a fun bonus I didn’t expect when I first started. Now every cup feels like something I’d order at a café, only made right at home.
The burr grinder produces consistently even grounds, which has made a huge difference in the taste of my espresso. Each cup is custom made and can be individualized to perfection. At first, the milk frothing took me a little practice to get right, but after a couple of weeks I’ve graduated to making latte art—a fun bonus I didn’t expect when I first started. Now every cup feels like something I’d order at a café, only made right at home.
Overall, this machine is quiet, easy to use, and built with real quality. It’s been a joy to learn on, and I couldn’t be happier with the results.
I received this product free for my honest review.
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Customer Rating
5
Very user friendly espresso machine
on August 17, 2025
Posted by: grriley_2093
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine is great! I thought it would be overwhelming to learn how to use it but it’s actually very user friendly and so easy to brew that perfect cup. The grinder is quiet and gives a nice selection of coarseness. The coffee tastes so fresh and smells good.
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Customer Rating
5
Learning curve but still easy to use! Great for be
on August 17, 2025
Posted by: christophero17_6082
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First off, I would like to say I have really had espresso at a family members house who has one of the machines that make it out of pods. I do like my coffee, latte, and capichinos so that's why I thought I would give this a shot since I had the opportunity was given to me.
First thing I noticied is that the coffee grinder is silent. I couldn't believe it. Even I don't use this all the time for the espresso portion, I would keep it out for fresh coffee grounds for my actual coffee/iced coffee maker.
I played with it for a few hours this morning making multiple drinks for me and my wife. Made an iced latte, a capichino, and just a couple espresso shots.
There is a learning curve to this. Leaning how to compact the grounds, figuring out what cups to use for the grinder, and how to apply the ingredients. The recipe book is very helpful but YouTube and chatgpt also helps. Used chatgpt to figure out what size grinds to set it at for what drink. Don't expect to love it right away when you first get it but once you figure it out, it's great.
Cleaning everything seems easy. Everything being removable and stainless steel makes it easy.
First thing I noticied is that the coffee grinder is silent. I couldn't believe it. Even I don't use this all the time for the espresso portion, I would keep it out for fresh coffee grounds for my actual coffee/iced coffee maker.
I played with it for a few hours this morning making multiple drinks for me and my wife. Made an iced latte, a capichino, and just a couple espresso shots.
There is a learning curve to this. Leaning how to compact the grounds, figuring out what cups to use for the grinder, and how to apply the ingredients. The recipe book is very helpful but YouTube and chatgpt also helps. Used chatgpt to figure out what size grinds to set it at for what drink. Don't expect to love it right away when you first get it but once you figure it out, it's great.
Cleaning everything seems easy. Everything being removable and stainless steel makes it easy.
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