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(More customer reviews)I purchased this machine at a Kohl's for roughly $220. I think it's of an exceptional quality for the price. Positives: #1 Well built (it's actually quite heavy)
#2 easy to use, filters allow for a single or double shot to be made - also comes with a pod filter but I've never used it
#3 large water reservoir that has allowed me to make 4 or 5 espressos and steam milk too
#4 comes with a DVD that teaches you how to use it (much easier than reading the booklet) - this is especially helpeful if you're new at making your own drinks
#5 easy to clean
#6 has a warming plate on top (good if you need to make more than one double shot cups or two single shot cups
#7 espresso has a good taste (although I think this has as much to do with the quality of the coffee you're using) The machine actually does produce a good amount of crema for the price you pay
#8 Stainless steel frothing picture is just the right size for one latte or two cappucinos
#9 15 bar pump allows for more than enough pressure and for great taste.
#10 has a feature that allows you to get plain old hot water too if someone isn't interested in the espresso and wants tea/cocoa/whatever
Negatives: #1 the steam nozzle is too long - you kind of have to tilt the pitcher to get the nozzle out - this isn't a problem so long as you know so you can use less milk or you can place the machine so the nozzle can be used on a non-countered space. The nozzle has a good range of movement so this does help counteract.
#2 the distance between the portafilter (where the coffee comes out) and the drip tray is not very tall - I've found that I have to use a smaller cup to brew and then dump it into a larger cup if I'm going to make a latte and want to fit in a decent amount of frothed milk.
#3 you have to be really careful to not overtamp your grounds or you'll end out with coffee everywhere - this machine is a little pickier than I expected (and pickier than the really cheap machine this replaced). But, with that said, the taste is 100x better. You can catch it if you overtamp too so long as you closely monitor and make sure the water is coming out of the portafilter at a decent rate. If you overtamp, barely anything drips out. After a while you figure out how much is too much.
#4 - my biggest complaint, and this one is quite dangerous - There's not a great way of knowing that pressure has been released - this means that once your espresso is made and you're ready to clean out the coffee grounds you have to be really really careful or it'll explode the hot coffee grinds all over you and your kitchen. I've been seriously burned a couple of times. It might not be a problem if you're used to espresso machines (I wasn't when I first bought this one) or you learn to be super extra careful always.
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Enjoy a cup of espresso, cappuccino, or latte--hot, fresh, and flavorful--anytime of the day with this easy-to-use espresso maker. The countertop appliance delivers 15 bars of pressure for perfect results and can brew one to two cups from either ground espresso or a coffee pod. Use its stainless-steel steam nozzle and included stainless frothing cup to quickly turn an espresso into a cappuccino or latte. The machine's porta-filter holder with locking mechanism makes it easier to pump out wet grounds after each use, while its removable drip tray and cover provide added convenience. Other thoughtful details include a 53-ounce removable reservoir, a warming plate to heat cups, and an included tamping tool with measuring spoon. Housed in professional-grade stainless steel and embossed with the Cuisinart logo, the sleek-looking 1,000-watt espresso maker measures 8-1/5 by 11 by 12-5/9 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.
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