Does anyone have an espresso machine & if so, which one?

Does a nespresso count? If so, yes.

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tired of the proprietary pods that you must buy.

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I have a Jura.

Most of the automatic machines you listed make average espresso, at best. Even the automatic machines that cost in the thousands still don’t make the same quality of espresso of some of the lower end semi-auto machines.

You first need to decide how easy you want it to be to “pull” a shot. If you want something quick & easy, then maybe an auto machine is the right choice for you, but keep in mind that you’re going to have to have a pretty steep budget of you want anything close to coffee shop quality espresso.

Not trying to complete put down auto machines, but if I wanted something really convenient I’d probably just stick with Nespresso. Especially now that they’re offering 3rd party brand of pods.

ETA - to actually answer your question; I have the breville barista express. It’s prob one of the better entry level semi auto machines, but I do have issues with consistency from it. It’s been a nice machine to learn on, though. I’d really like the Rocket machine if I had to do it all over again. If convenience isn’t a priority for you, you may want to look into the Flair lever machines. I’ve read really good things about these and they supposedly make great, consistent espresso and aren’t very expensive. Just remember that regardless of which machine you buy, a good burr grinder is essential.

Get yourself a French press, Cafe bustello and call it a day

Bosch Benvenuto

we have a breville infuser. use it 4-5 times a week. will upgrade to a Rocket or something similar when it's time. do not go cheap on a grinder

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So easy to order. And there are plenty of other brands that make pods that work.

Nespresso is so easy to use and no cleanup. Bargain priced pods at Costco online

I've been using a Breville Cafe Roma espresso machine for over 20 years. Works like a champ with zero complaints. This model has been discontinued and replaced by newer versions. Price was around $125 back in the day


I also have a Nespresso Vertuo that makes a better cup of coffee and the crema is the real deal. I purchased this model with a aeroccino milk frother for $175 during a Christmas sale last year. Normally the package can be found for $225. I'm researching the aftermarket stainless steel pods so I don't have to buy the aluminum Nespresso ones.



I also have an Aeropress and a Toddy for other types of coffee, along with roasting my own beans. Back in the day, my ex-gf opened the first coffee house in Lafayette as I've been around this stuff since the late 1980's.

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