Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

A terrific machine-- nearly five stars, but has a few relatively minor drawbacks (see below) PROS: Makes perfect espresso and Americano (the only reason for buying an elaborate machine like this) Ability to make a double cup with just one touch of a button Relatively quiet operation (compared to prior machine) Compact, attractive styling Balance of water and grounds is infinitely variable, as both are controlled independently by knobs Easy to clean and de-scale CONS: Smallish water reservoir, needs refilling often if you drink Americano rather than espresso Grounds bin is lightweight plastic and has tabs that stick out around the edges. They could easily be broken off, an invitation to future annoyance, as the tabs are clearly there to perform some crucial function.