Customer reviews from Fellow
Fellow - Espresso Series 1 Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with up to 9 bars of pressure and custom roast profiles - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(159 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 159 reviews
5 Stars
118
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
3
1 Star
10
91%of customers recommend this product.
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90 out of
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Customer Reviews for Fellow - Espresso Series 1 Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with up to 9 bars of pressure and custom roast profiles - Black
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Design, Incredible Espresso, and Surprisingly Easy to Use
on March 14, 2026
Posted by: Carissa
We just added the Fellow Espresso Series 1 to our kitchen and I’m genuinely impressed.
Over the years I’ve owned several all-in-one systems from Jura, Saeco, Miele, and others. They’re convenient, but the experience and results never quite matched what you’d get from a truly great espresso setup.
The Fellow changes that completely.
What stands out most is how thoughtfully it guides you through the process. From dosing and tamping to extraction and milk drinks, the machine provides step-by-step cues that make it incredibly approachable—even if you’re new to making espresso. It somehow manages to teach you while you’re using it, and the results are consistently excellent. Lattes, cappuccinos, straight espresso—everything we’ve made so far has been fantastic.
And it’s stunning. Fellow really understands design, and this machine feels like a piece of functional art on the counter.
We also decided to split our setup instead of relying on a single all-in-one machine. Pairing the Fellow Espresso Series 1 with the Fellow Aiden coffee maker turned out to be the right call. Aiden produces some of the best pour-over style coffee I’ve had, but with the convenience of an automatic machine.
Together they cover everything: exceptional espresso drinks and excellent brewed coffee.
After years of trying high-end super-automatic machines, this setup is easily the best coffee decision we’ve made.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
Best Espresso machine in the market
on March 13, 2026
Posted by: Adam
I originally pre-ordered this back in April 2025. Was really excited when it arrived recently. This is by far one of the best espresso machines I have seen on the market. I have owned a couple different espresso machines, but this is the first that has made cafe quality drinks at my house. Has a ton of features. Will be diving in more to learn all of the different things Espresso Series 1 can do. Great job Fellow.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Treat yourself
on March 13, 2026
Posted by: Coral
Went from a Gaggia Classic to this and it's exactly what I wanted. It's like the tricked out Gaggias the DIY coffee geeks make with all the sensors and gauges and everything, but without the effort and so user friendly. It's the Mac of espresso machines. An actually noticeable improvement in quality and taste of my espresso. It was that one last step needed for my drinks to taste 3rd wave coffee shop quality. Absolutely worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
Great value and performance !
on March 13, 2026
Posted by: Ken pak
Beautiful design. Amazing service. Ease of use. Excellent results
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
A great machine with lots of promise
on March 12, 2026
Posted by: Cole
I have now owned this machine for just about a week. I am new to espresso and was waiting on a machine that felt like the perfect balance between being beginner friendly while also possessing the capability to deliver pathways to experimenting more and more as I continued to become more comfortable with the processes. With no real prior knowledge of espresso machine use, I was able to arrive at consistent “good” to “great” shots by day 3 (though for full transparency, I supplemented my lack of personal knowledge with a lot of internet research and also invested in a higher-end grinder). The user interface is relatively straightforward and simple to use, which I also imagine will improve even further once app functionality arrives. I would highly recommend this machine to anyone who is at a similar level in their interests and experience with their espresso journey.
As a final note, an unexpected standout of this purchase has been the availability and accompanying knowledge delivered by the Fellow team, who have taken incredible steps in delivering the information needed to feel completely confident with my choice in this purchase. Thanks especially to Hailie & Nick here.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
Told myself "never another espresso machine..."
on March 12, 2026
Posted by: jlynch3
Still dialing in, have made excellent cappuccinos, 85% of the way there to a perfect espresso. Beautiful design, solid manufacturing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
1
Think I’ll return
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: John Mc
Have already used 3 pounds of beans to hit extraction timing range. Not a novice espresso machine user. 2 of us have tried. Going to have a professional barrista come try. If he can’t, it’s going back
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from FellowBy CX, Customer Experience Team, March 19, 2026
We're really sorry to hear that your experience with Series 1 has gone this way! Our Customer Experience team would love to connect with you over the phone to see if they can help you dial in your machine, and an agent has already reached out via email to start the conversation. We look forward to helping you pull shots you love!
-The Fellow Team
Andrew Martin (He/Him)
Customer Experience, Learning & Development Specialist
Mon-Fri 8-5 PST
F E L L O W | fellowproducts.com
-The Fellow Team
Andrew Martin (He/Him)
Customer Experience, Learning & Development Specialist
Mon-Fri 8-5 PST
F E L L O W | fellowproducts.com
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
3
Some fixes need to be made but it is a nice machine.
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: Shirl
I am giving this a 3 because I don't like how much water I waste (use 3WW), I know they are working on this.
Also, the portafilter does not fit on my tamp stand. I don't want to buy another as I don't know what others they will fit on. I hope Fellow comes out with their Tamp Stand at least.
3rd and last, more detailed instructions/manual on all the particulars would have been more helpful. Though I am now starting to get use to it and learning it better.
One more, a scale would have been easier than volumetric. I am having an easier time pulling shots manually using one.
Oh, and maybe a new style mat on top that is easier to clean. It's not that easy in between those grooves. I will work to replace or find something to put on top that.
Also, the portafilter does not fit on my tamp stand. I don't want to buy another as I don't know what others they will fit on. I hope Fellow comes out with their Tamp Stand at least.
3rd and last, more detailed instructions/manual on all the particulars would have been more helpful. Though I am now starting to get use to it and learning it better.
One more, a scale would have been easier than volumetric. I am having an easier time pulling shots manually using one.
Oh, and maybe a new style mat on top that is easier to clean. It's not that easy in between those grooves. I will work to replace or find something to put on top that.
The good: I am getting good, constantly shots . The machine is nice anesthetically, small enough. I love the warranty options as well.
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Written by a customer while visiting Fellow