Overall Rating
7.2, Based on 40 Reviews
Avg Price
$249.00
Manufacturer
Breville
Machine Type
Thermal block, vibe pump, crema enhancer, froth enhancer, consumer espresso
Colors
Stainless Steel
Class
Semi / Automatic Thermoblock
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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Consumer espresso machine featuring a thermal block, vibe pump, crema enhancer and froth enhancer devices.
Jason Mickin (quality: 3.0)
03.16.2007
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: You can work with it, but there is a better strategy to getting into espresso (grinder and fresh beans) and for a couple hundred more you can get a much better machine.
Jason Smith (quality: 5.3)
10.31.2006
Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: This is a good machine for the casual user but should be overlooked if you want a great espresso.
Jean Cayer (quality: 4.0)
03.14.2012
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Great first timer machine. I make at least 4 double shots / day. Plus I bring the machine in every party that I'm invited and make coffee for the gang :). So far so good... (1 year plus)
Jeff H
12.01.2009
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Best below $200 dollar pressurized filter machine
Jennifer G (quality: 5.0)
05.04.2008
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Sleek and stylish, this baby performs like a dream while not taking your paycheck for a ride.
K Bravo
08.24.2008
Rating: 4.0
Bottom Line: Cant froth the milk, not great steamer. save your money..
Kaffe Ton
06.01.2008
Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: With Tips and Mods will beat most Krups/Delonghi type models. Good entry level machine/Value for the Money
Kathryn J (quality: 3.0)
01.29.2012
Rating: 4.0
Bottom Line: Pass if you want quality steamed milk drinks.
Kerry Phillips (quality: 3.3)
07.16.2006
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: If you are a newcomer and want a machine thats easy to use and in the mid range of consumer brewers, this is a good product.
Larry Keyes (quality: 4.0)
10.11.2009
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: For under $300 you cannot find a better Espressor maker - no brag, just fact.
Marc Tischler (quality: 8.5)
07.26.2007
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: This has been a great starter machine for me at a great price. Goodbye Starbucks.
Marcy Pate (quality: 3.5)
03.11.2008
Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: Disappointed, but hopeful
Monkey King (quality: 3.0)
03.14.2010
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: At this price, unbeatable. Has been my dependable every day workhorse for years
Paul Crane
01.27.2007
Rating: 6.2
Bottom Line: Good expresso machine for the price, a good starter unit
Rach Bastos
11.12.2010
Rating: 2.8
Bottom Line: Absolutely hate it, very disappointed. Get upset every morning.
Roch Tourigny (quality: 4.0)
08.29.2006
Rating: 6.6
Bottom Line: save a bit more and buy something else
Sean Sweet (quality: 8.3)
09.18.2007
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Minimal fuss/expertise results in truly great shots and lattes. Tip: froth your milk before pulling shot.
Stephen Rees (quality: 7.7)
07.26.2007
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: My second espresso machine. This one lasted six months
Tiara Soares (quality: 3.0)
03.07.2008
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great machine for beginners! Easy to use and produces tasty shots!
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