Overall Rating
8.2, Based on 161 Reviews
Avg Price
$350.00
Manufacturer
Estro
Machine Type
Pump, Single Boiler, Reservoir, Semi Auto Espresso Machine
Colors
Varies
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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Starbucks' long-running consumer espresso machine
Andrew Heffron
07.08.2009
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Hard working, dependable, and stylish. A great beginner machine.
Andy Singer (quality: 6.0)
01.13.2010
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: This low-maintainence machine works great out-of-the box and has been serving barrista-made shots daily for 10 years and brewing.
Angie Weaver (quality: 7.0)
12.18.2007
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: I will never go back to the store bought drinks!! Sooo happy with this purchase! Thanks for your help in choosing the right machine :)
Ann Phillips (quality: 4.8)
05.10.2005
Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: Better than a Krups Disposable!
Ayesha A (quality: 6.0)
07.25.2007
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great customer service; easy to clean; predictable shots; easy to add water; compact
Barry Nielsen (quality: 6.0)
03.28.2009
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: a very reasonably priced machine to learn the basics of coffee preparation, especially if found used.
Ben Moore (quality: 4.0)
12.31.2007
Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: 10+ years of faithful service from my Proteo without a problem. This should say it all.
Benedikt Halldorsson (quality: 1.0)
11.03.2005
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: After I learned a few espresso-making tricks, my satisfaction level with this machine went from 50% to 100%
Benj Bell (quality: 5.0)
01.20.2007
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Great coffee machine for people developing their addiction and the related skills required to make good coffee
Bill Kendall (quality: 5.0)
02.05.2006
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Wait for the annual sale to buy; be faithful to follow the instructions; save the box for the inevitable replacement under warrenty; DO call the 1-800 tech number for help. They're friendly!
Bob (quality: 6.0)
01.06.2001
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Good value if bought on sale. Good first machine
Bob (quality: 6.0)
12.29.2000
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: A very usable machine which produces excellent espresso and crema yet won‘t leave you too poor to afford Superb coffee which is so important.
Bob (quality: 3.0)
03.19.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: I'd buy it again. On sale.
Bob Butler
06.14.2001
Rating: 5.6
Bottom Line: I had alot of problems
Bob Holland (quality: 6.0)
04.27.2003
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great step up from the steam toys and usually somebody local who can show you how to get started.
Bob Zolan
05.01.2000
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Great value,good service and support available
Bongo BCBeanBoy (quality: 4.7)
03.18.2002
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Dissa machinna issa notta goin'ah bakkah too-ah dah storra.
Brendan Getchel (quality: 7.2)
08.31.2001
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Not great, not horrible, just plain satisfactory. A very respectable first-time unit for $250 or LESS.
Brian Rose
01.14.2006
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: For the money, I guess it will do. But don't expect anything more than adequate espresso.
Bryan & Cristina
06.19.2001
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: good bargain on sale, an excellent addition to your kitchen
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