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
(172 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 172 reviews
5 Stars
126
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
3
1 Star
11
91%of customers recommend this product.
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91 out of
100)
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
3
The profiles are really not
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: Hagai S.
The profiles are really not as powerful as I thought they will be. Also hearing isn't stable enough
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
I haven’t figured out all
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: Christopher J.
I haven’t figured out all the bits yet, as my first espresso machine. but so far, I really like it. I like the aesthetic, I like how easy it is to use. There are a couple of things that are not obvious UX choices — like the temperature control for the steaming — but by and large I’m really enjoyihng it.
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
The ease of use, especially
on October 17, 2026
Posted by: Ryan W.
The ease of use, especially for someone who has only ever done pour over coffee, is incredible.
Dialing in your shot takes some work, but once it's there, you're on autopilot.
Shout out to the new Opus2 as well.
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
Super solid home espresso machine.
on October 17, 2026
Posted by: Zachary Z.
Super solid home espresso machine. Love the profiling features to nail down a solid espresso blend.
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
I love the product and
on October 5, 2026
Posted by: Jessica K.
I love the product and really have no complaints! It would be great though if the machine came with a quick start guide and overview of all settings and functions. I bought this equipment for the brew guidance feature, but it has taken a bit of time and a lot digging online to figure out how to best use this machine and its features. My machine needed a software update and many of the preprogrammed settings modified before I could use it properly.
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
3
Overall the experience is good,
on September 29, 2026
Posted by: Michael R.
Overall the experience is good, but I've been surprised and disappointed about the amount of plastic inside and outside of the machine. I was very much on the edge about returning it for this reason. I'm leaning toward keeping it, but I wouldn't say I'm thrilled with it - and I wouldn't recommend it. I was alarmed that one of the pieces meant to connect to the bottom of the portafilter appeared to be pure black petroleum based plastic. I think this shows questionable judgment on part of Fellow. I will think twice about ordering machinery from Fellow again, but I'd consider something (even at a higher price) with significantly higher quality materials. In particular, I'd appreciate some sort of trade-up program, where I could trade in my current fellow machine for a significant discount on the upgraded model 2 (assuming model 2 is made of higher quality material)
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
1
Really f'n sucks- not limited
on September 29, 2026
Posted by: Reynolds
Really f'n sucks- not limited to not working properly and Fellow not honoring their warranty.
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow
Customer Rating
5
The Machine You Need
on September 28, 2026
Posted by: thejohnlock
Ive had my Series 1 for 6 months now and ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! its the perfect machine for someone who wants high end coffee without the complexity and cost. 10/10 recommend
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Fellow