I would not recommend purchasing this machine.
We visited a friend’s home with a similar machine that made wonderful espresso. I purchased this model hoping it would be similar.
When it arrived, it was missing a part listed in the owner’s manual.
I have now had the machine three months. It is now at the point where it flips the electric circuit breaker every other use. The cooldown takes several minutes, which makes for cold coffee and time spent waiting for the restart.
The cost and value of the product make sense since you get a grinder, an espresso maker, and a frother all in one. However, with the missing part and the machine not working properly, redemptor caveat – buyer beware.
We are big coffee and espresso fans and wanted the real barista experience at home. It’s unfortunate that the machine only works intermittently making espresso without foaming the cream. It’s mostly plastic parts which break easily, like the water tank lid. And I need a separate frother as the one included mostly warms the cream without frothing it. This machine really only works for espresso, which limits its versatility, so don’t expect coffee or lattes.
Read the other single star reviews before purchase. The manufacturer might consider discontinuing this machine and reimbursing or partially reimbursing those who bought faulty machines for hundreds of dollars. I recommend going with another brand that hopefully will live up to what this machine promises to deliver.
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