The perfect fully automatic at a great price!
We are incredibly happy with this espresso machine. Has all the functions I was looking for from auto grinding to auto espresso without tamping and hassle. Not only does it make great espresso but the frother that comes with is incredibly easy to use and store. Makes lattes and cappuccino perfect and automatically. Auto cleans after every use of the frother. Rinse the connection tube, store it on the milk container and throw it in the fridge for tomorrow's use. The used coffee container has to be dumped about every 8 uses. Has a grind adjustment where you pour in the espresso beans so you can find the course or fine grind that's to your individual taste (with 15 settings total in between). We add beans about every few days. Grind fresh coffee for every cup with a push of a button. I have to say I was a little nervous of purchasing because of the amount of features and the low price. I was looking at another that was double this price so couldn't believe it hit all my criteria: auto grinds with grind adjustment, auto tamps for espresso and other drinks, has an easy frother for cappuccino/latte. Has a beautiful and easy to use LCD screen that I didn't even know I wanted. Basically this machine couldn't be designed better or easier to use. Pretty compact as fully automatic espresso machines go, pour the water in and select the espresso button on the LCD and what size you want and bingo; a great espresso. Want milk froth on top of your espresso? Just grab the milk container out of the fridge, plug the tube that runs from the milk container in the side of the brewing spout which is as easy as plugging in a cell phone and select the froth feature and amount. Want a latte, plug the tube in and select latte. Automatically adds the perfect amount of froth when making the latte. Also, don't be afraid of the grey/silver and gold. The gold accent is a matte gold and is honestly really nice against the grey/silver color on the rest of the machine. Not tacky at all. Thinking of ordering a fully automatic espresso machine? This is a solid purchase. Read more