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.
Lawrence Brunelle (quality: 3.0) 12.25.2003 Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: Nice design good quality on the outside, but the inside mechanical components do not match same quality
Robert Perschmann (quality: 6.8) 12.22.2003 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Can find no reason to rate less than a ten on all counts
Ben Wickham (quality: 6.6) 06.12.2003 Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: A fine machine that doesnt compromise on quality or style
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)
Phil M (quality: 7.6) 05.08.2003 Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Design classic, Quality espresso.
Rex Bond (quality: 6.7) 03.07.2003 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: I LIKE 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!!
Douglas Peters (quality: 5.8) 12.01.2002 Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Slick, sleek, stylish...I love it.
Mikael Hansen 09.24.2002 Rating: 7.4
Bottom Line: I can highly recommend buying the Francis Francis X1
Eric Kraal (quality: 5.8) 07.11.2002 Rating: 5.8
Bottom Line: If you like good espresso... DON'T bye the francis francis.
Louise Cochran (quality: 6.5) 03.30.2002 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Overall a beautiful and functional machine
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!
Brenda XYZ (quality: 7.3) 11.22.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Form and function mesh beautifully.
Antonio Appelli (quality: 4.5) 08.18.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: this is an unbeatable machine for performance & looks
Jonas (quality: 1.0) 05.01.2001 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: you will not be dissapointed
Jennifer (quality: 3.0) 01.03.2001 Rating: 6.4
Bottom Line: It‘s sad but true, francis francis is all about looks
Paul Cleary (quality: 3.0) 10.24.2000 Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: A good looker but a poor performer.
Richard Bluestein (quality: 5.0) 10.01.2000 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Get it it you‘re in love with the design.
Thomas Scheidegger (quality: 5.0) 09.19.2000 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: looks great but will only satisfy espresso-drinkers
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 $.
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