Saeco Talea Giro Plus Automatic Espresso Machine, Silver and Titanium Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Definitely worth 5 stars overall in my estimation - having done lots of research and knowing its limitations before the purchase. Quality of the espresso produced surpasses almost all coffee shops including Charbucks and others by far. An expert barrista may be able to produce slightly better quality,...

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Cuisinart EM-100 1000-Watt 15-Bar Espresso Maker, Stainless Steel Review

Average Reviews:(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...

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Capresso 121.01 Ultima Semi-Automatic Coffee and Espresso/Cappuccino Machine Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)About a year ago I wanted an espresso machine that was easy to use, however I was unwilling to pay 1k or more for a fully automatic machine. The Capresso turned out to be an excellent value, providing ease of use with semi-automatic ground disposal and a reasonably sized water container.In fact, we have...

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Durgol Swiss Espresso Special Decalcifier Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)There's not much to say - if you own an espresso machine, you need this. Every time the machine boils water, any minerals fall out of solution - the harder your water the more minerals - resulting in sluggish performance as the heating element now has to heat through "stone". Used regularly, your machine...

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Nespresso CitiZ Automatic Espresso Maker and Milk Frother Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)With all the new style espresso machines on the market (Tassimo, Keurig, Flavia, etc.) I was convinced that Nespresso was more of the same: a set of stylish gimmicks designed to convince you that this "espresso" (though not real at all) was "the real thing." It never is.Which is why the Nespresso is...

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Jura-Capresso 66281 Descalling Tablets for Jura-Capresso Automatic Coffee and Espresso Centers, 9 Pack Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Cleans the machine very well, but could be cheaper... But, at the same time, the tablets do last for a long time so I can't complain. Works great for our Jura Impressa F9!Click Here to see more reviews about: Jura-Capresso 66281 Descalling Tablets for Jura-Capresso Automatic Coffee and Espresso Centers,...

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Nespresso Essenza Auto C101 US Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I was quite skeptical about such a system until I had a demo of it at my local Williams-Sonoma store. It makes a very acceptable espresso, in addition to a roughly 4 ounce coffee. No one should be under the impression that this makes the world's greatest espresso. But it is very good, and very simple....

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Nespr Citiz Aeroccino C120 US Nespre Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I wanted an automatic espresso machine, and was prepared to spend up to a $1500, but my problem was that I couldn't find anything in that price range that was reliable and had consistently good reviews. The Saeco Talea came up a few times, and I have a friend who has one, but that (like every other model...

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DeLonghi EC702 15-Bar-Pump Espresso Maker, Stainless Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Basically all of the negative reviews they did not read the instructions well enough. This thing kicks ass for a 15 bar espresso/cappuccino machine for under (...). Perfect crema, nice steam, cleans easily. Sexy stainless. Of course it doesn't have auto on-off... IT IS AN ESPRESSO MACHINE! The timing...

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Bennoti N-1001 Espresso and Cappuccino Maker Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)The Bennoti is a very nice, easy-to-use espresso capsule machine. It's quick and offers nice crema. Prime each new cup for about five seconds to warm the outer hardware. (Leave your old capsule in for the prime.) Also warm your cup with water to boiling in the microwave. Use heat-retaining cups to keep...

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DeLonghi ESAM3500.N Magnifica Digital Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I bought my espresso machine a little over a year now and have never looked back...It all started when my daughter came to visit and took me to that coffee place(I won't name it but cups are over $5 each!!)and had my first taste of espresso!!!then after also seeing the alton brown(good eats) episode...

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Saeco SMK-06 Automatic Espresso Maker Maintenance Kit Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)needed (basically just) descaler but this kit came up as recommended on Amazon for our Saeco Odea Giro unit. the kit also includes the lubricant, a "paintbrush" to apply it to the brew group's hard-to-reach places, and a water filter (which we don't bother with; our drinking water is triple-filtered...

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Jura-Capresso 13421 ENA4 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, Ristretto Black Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I lived in Switzerland for four years and while there my standards for coffee changed quite dramatically. Hence on my return to the US my first purchase was this machine. While I was living in Switzerland I went through two Nespresso machines which were a pain in the patootie to keep descaled and operational....

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Krups XP7225 Compact Fully Automatic Espresso Machine Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)We bought this machine from Williams-Sonoma and liked it so much that we stuck with the coffee through four separate units, each of which failed within three weeks for a different reason. My wife and I each drink 2-3 shots of espresso per day, for a total of 6-8 cycles of the machine (including self...

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Saeco 641 Odea Go Super Automatic Espresso Machine Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I recently upgraded to this model from a Krups steam espresso maker and it was probably one of the best decisions I've ever made. I can't believe I did upgrade sooner.The espresso comes out perfect, just like those at places like Starbucks. My favorite part about this model is the minimum work required...

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Gaggia 90500 Titanium Super Automatic Espresso Machine, Silver Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This machine replaces a semiautomatic Delonghi, which, I thought, was decent. Well...after using this for 3 weeks, I can honestly say that my old machine was barely competent. The Titanium is a wonderful machine. Not only is the espresso excellent but the panerella wand makes awesome froth and the thing...

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Gaggia 90951 Platinum Vision Automatic Espresso Machine with Milk Island, Platinum Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I've had this machine for a few days now and I absolutely love it. It by far trumps the quality of local shops and Starbucks (not that they make quality). The options on the machine allow you to create your own drink in your own flavor. The worst thing about this machine is how easy it is and how much...

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