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 Who needs Starbucks? June 11, 2008
Robert Smith (North Wales)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Having just come back from a month in Spain and France drinking amazing espressos and cappuccinos I couldn't face a bland cup of instant , after a lot of deliberation I plumped for this machine.
First it's easy to use, you plonk a bit of coffee in to the metal filter (doesn't need filters), fill the machine with water and switch on, out comes the coffee. You can set it from Strong to light coffee, perfect.
Next pour milk in to the jug leave on the hot plate while the coffee is being brewed then press the frother button after about 30 seconds you have frothy milk, takes a little longer to warm the milk.
My first coffee was good, a slight adjustment to the strength and the second was perfect.
Build is very good, It is an excellent machine which seems amazingly cheap for what you get.
Would I recommended? Yes, you won't find better at this price, it's probably better than some of the higher priced machines.
A splendid buy April 5, 2008
M. Dommett (London, UK)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I gave my coffee machine to my mum when i moved but soon enough i felt the coffee crave again. I bought this machine and i have to say it is fantastic. The best coffee's i have had plus the frother is brilliant.
You cannot go wrong here, there is no need to spend hundreds when this contraption can do the job with ease!
 Good buy for the money March 20, 2008
Mr. Tj Harrison (Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Ok, so it's not perfect, but it's darn good! We use the espresso from Lidl and to be honest, haven't had a nicer cup of cappuccino outside of Starbucks. We have not had any problem at all with coffee or water spraying out of it while it's doing it's thing (well, we did once, but I'm pretty sure that was because I was in a hurry and didn't get the coffee holder seated properly).
The milk frother DOES drip something chronic, and the non-stick coating is starting to come off of the milk heating element after about 3 months of solid, daily use, but that doesn't cause any real problems as far as I can see.
Yes, this machine is plastic. Yes, it is not exactly perfect. If you are looking for a nice, metal, high-end machine, then spend the money and get one.
However, if you're looking for an affordable, easy-to-use espresso/cappuccino maker, then this one is definitely value for money.
Mornings Are Better, Now ! March 1, 2008
Mr. L. Thomson (Aberdeen, Scotland)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
For the(reasonable) price, you get a tidy machine which gives a decent, invigorating brew of your favourite Java. Instead of trudging into Town for a Starbucks or a Costa, I can now sit back in the comfort of my own Kitchen with my morning paper and a couple of cups of delicious, fresh. fragrant coffee. The ideal way for an active motorcyclist (of 65 tender years) to kickstart the day. Go on, treat yourself! Jock
A Good machine for the Money January 26, 2008
G. Lightfoot (Chelmsford, Essex)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
In spite of previous reviews, we bought this coffee maker a couple of weeks ago and are really pleased with it. Yes, a lot of the machine is made from plastic but what do you expect for the money? If you read the instructions carefully and make sure that you place the coffee jug directly underneath where the coffee comes out it does not spit water everywhere. If you put the milk on before doing anything else, it is nicely heated and can be frothed when the coffee is ready. All in all a very nice cup of coffee, like the ones made in the shops and excellent value for money.
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