Overall Rating
7.2, Based on 43 Reviews
Avg Price
$799.00
Manufacturer
Francis! Francis!
Machine Type
pump, single boiler, pod, ground, artistic espresso machine, ese system
Colors
All the Rainbow
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
Yes
QuickShot
No
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The X1 is undeniably one of the more unique looking consumer espresso machines on the market today. Available in a wide range of colours, the machine has undergone some major improvements inside in recent years.
Steve Baker (quality: 2.0)
02.04.2000
Rating: 4.0
Bottom Line: Steer well clear of this baby its a nightmare!
Jay (quality: 2.0)
03.09.2000
Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: Don‘t waste your time unless you like looks more than function...
Chris Aubry (quality: 7.0)
04.13.2000
Rating: 3.2
Bottom Line: Don't even think about it! Imagine, one can get a Sylvia for less!
Mark Shackelford (quality: 7.5)
06.13.2000
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Attractive retro design offers exclusivity and conversation. Equal performance can be had for less $.
Thomas Scheidegger (quality: 5.0)
09.19.2000
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: looks great but will only satisfy espresso-drinkers
Richard Bluestein (quality: 5.0)
10.01.2000
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Get it it you‘re in love with the design.
Paul Cleary (quality: 3.0)
10.24.2000
Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: A good looker but a poor performer.
Jennifer (quality: 3.0)
01.03.2001
Rating: 6.4
Bottom Line: It‘s sad but true, francis francis is all about looks
Jonas (quality: 1.0)
05.01.2001
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: you will not be dissapointed
Antonio Appelli (quality: 4.5)
08.18.2001
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: this is an unbeatable machine for performance & looks
Brenda XYZ (quality: 7.3)
11.22.2001
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Form and function mesh beautifully.
Lars Wallin (quality: 6.8)
03.09.2002
Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: All in all i am glad that i choose an X1 when i made my choice 3 years back. It has been a beautiful and taste full experience!
Louise Cochran (quality: 6.5)
03.30.2002
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Overall a beautiful and functional machine
Eric Kraal (quality: 5.8)
07.11.2002
Rating: 5.8
Bottom Line: If you like good espresso... DON'T bye the francis francis.
Mikael Hansen
09.24.2002
Rating: 7.4
Bottom Line: I can highly recommend buying the Francis Francis X1
Douglas Peters (quality: 5.8)
12.01.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Slick, sleek, stylish...I love it.
Elliott Burrell (quality: 5.5)
02.19.2003
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: This machine was designed for use with pods!! The absolute best design!!
Rex Bond (quality: 6.7)
03.07.2003
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: I LIKE IT!
Phil M (quality: 7.6)
05.08.2003
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Design classic, Quality espresso.
Daniel Butterfield (quality: 4.0)
05.15.2003
Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: Great machine. Wears out after 5 years (about 1500 Capucinnos w/ 3000 shots)
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