This is one of the best things I own, let alone coffee/espresso machine. I generally love making coffee but I’ve never made and an espresso before. I will say despite my excitement I was generally pretty anxious about preparing a puck, the extraction and the product. That was quickly put to rest the moment I opened the box. In Pure Fellow fashion the videos and step by step Process reassured me why is always worth the time and money. Perfect pulls each time, easy menu. Perfect pressure and beautiful coffee each time. I. Love. This. Machine!!
I was an early backer back in April 2025, by 2026 I wasn't sure what to expect. Since I received it I've been impressed with the extractions. The machine runs extractions as programs, this maintain consistent variables (water temp, pressure curves, time) that make dialing in grind size and grounds distribution a breeze. In, at most, three shots I have the parameters I'll use for the rest of the bag.
I mostly use the machine for light roast shots, but the steam wand is also powerful and along with the temp sensor makes perfect foam every time.
The only part that irks me is the interface, I find the wheel clunky and screen slow to respond. Its honestly fine 99% of the time, but I hope some day I can just control the whole thing from my phone.