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The cost is so low and the thing works so well, there is pretty much no reason not to buy one of these. Just divide the cost by how much you'd spend out buying coffee drinks and it's a no brainer. As someone else noted, even if it dies every year it's worth just buying another. I replaced a very basic Braun espresso maker and this one is far better. Makes excellent espresso. The frother works just fine. Needed to buy a carafe, but you can find cheap ones that look and fit fine. I like the large water reservoir and fast startup. The size fits well on my counter. It is not nearly as loud and shaky as the De'Longhi ECP3420 I sent back. It does have operational step sequences you have to figure out, and one idiosyncrasy after you stop steam, but once you learn it, no problem. Easy to clean.

This was a great investment for me at $60. It produces better espresso than what Starbucks puts out most of the time. I use it for iced drinks only so I cant speak for steamed milk and whatnot. I read several reviews before ordering and some people complained of water tank leaks, I read another review that said to circumvent the issue you should only remove the water tank for cleaning, and I have not had any issues with it yet. The only issue I have had is if you grind the coffee too fine or tamp it too tight coffee will leak out around the gasket that seals the portafilter basket. I love this machine and I have had it for 6 months so far I will update my review if the machine dies within the next 12 months, if it serves its purpose for 18 months total I will consider it money well spent.Just for reference I brew about 10 shots a week average.

Great machine for the price. Steaming arm actually works on this generation. A few notes: 1. Take off and throw away the rubber/plastic thing on the steaming wand. 2. prime the steaming wand; a good squirt of water comes out first; you don't want that in your milk!!. 3. prime the brew head as well for a few secs--twice; some cold water will get in your coffee if you don't. 4. after you're done brewing and have removed the portafilter, rinse the brewhead by just priming it for a couple secs--twice. This will get any coffee grounds off the "showerhead." 5. ALWAYS brew into clear shot glasses; 25-30 secs MAX. If you're not getting two oz. of espresso by 30 secs, your grind is too fine or too packed. Less than 25 secs??? Grind finer or pack more for good strong shots. A simple digital kitchen timer is all you need. Also, if you don't know what a good shot looks like; heart, body, crema, ask a Barista at your Local GOOD Coffeehouse; not Starbucks. They don't even make their own shots!! THIS CANNOT BE OVER-EMPHASIZED: Don't run shots for volume; run for time. Pump Espresso machines are under A LOT of steam pressure stress as they're working, and this one at less that $100 of course is not gonna be beefy and overbuilt inside for strength. Using good technique as mentioned above, I've gotten months of trouble-free use outta this Baby and not had to pay $4 a day for lattes at the shop. I also De-scale it after every 2 pounds of coffee with Goo Gone's cleaner. Enjoy!!

Excellent machine. Have been using it for several months straight with no problems. Lattes definitely get hot enough for my preference and in a two story home no one can hear it upstairs. I clean the frother every time and haven't experienced any leaking yet. I suspect that mainly comes from positioning the water tank poorly or not dumping the tray enough. I fill my tank with fresh water as needed instead of picking it up to avoid issues. As others have noted, no milk pitcher or espresso cups are included. As an exBux partner, I would really recommend this machine if you want something reliable and budget-friendly.

This machine is very good for the price. It makes good espresso shots, however I found the steam wand a bit tricky to use. It is kind a too short but once you get used to it, it will be no problem. It also needs cleaning after each use, otherwise it will not work properly due to the clog from the milk, It does not perform like 1000+ bucks machine, but the result is close enough if done properly. I have not had any leak problem as noted by other users, and I have this machine for about 3 months.

*Update*: Still like this machine but just beware that the screws in the water tank rust. The rust crumbles off and falls onto a ledge inside the water tank, not directly into the water, but it's possible little pieces of rust can tumble into the water.This machine is a great value for the quality of espresso you get out of it. The portafilter (the thing that holds the coffee) is pressurized (read up on pressurized vs non-pressurized portafilters), which is the key to why this is a safe beginner machine. A pressurized portafilter will not release coffee until enough pressure has built up within the basket, extracting dense flavor, the key to a good espresso. Non-pressurized portafilters rely on the fine grain of espresso ground coffee being tightly compacted into the basket (called tamping) to provide a similar resistance (fyi, espresso snobs demand a non-pressurized basket supposedly because it gives more control over the extraction process). This machine is designed to work better with coarser regular ground coffee (for drip machines), but I HIGHLY recommend you do not do that. Buy a burr grinder and find a grind somewhere between coarser filter coffee and very fine espresso coffee that you like best. Very fine espresso coffee will clog in this machine's portafilter, which is actually good because you won't have to buy a $500 coffee grinder in order to get the right size grind (by the way, very fine coffee works best in non-pressurized portafilters, which the snobs like). Another complaint about pressurized baskets is that the crema can be watery, flavorless, and dissipates quickly because it's basically water bubbles. For some reason, this machine makes great oily crema that is creamy and long-lasting. I love making Americanos with this machine for this reason (it creates a creamy cup of coffee much different than a regular cup of coffee). Milk steamer is adequate, but I suggest beginners watch youtube videos on how to steam milk properly. Buy a small milk pitcher because the spout is short (I use a 12 oz bought on amazon). Love this machine.

We've been using this frothing pitcher daily for several months and we're really pleased with it! It's easy to use, easy to clean, and holds a large amount of milk. It, true to its nature, has not stained or tarnished. The pitcher is a great price for the quality and serves as a necessary tool to help make perfect lattes, cappuccinos, and more at home!

This frothing cup works perfectly for us. We're not using it in the conventional manner for making Lattes. I often shoot a little Vanilla into the froth, and Hazelnut into the coffee (espresso). I've come to prefer to froth directly in our clear glasses then. I would *also* like to drop the espresso directly into the froth then... but our glasses won't fit under our espresso maker... and the hazelnut would combine with the rest in the process.So to get the separation of flavors, I drop the hazelnut into this frothing cup, and drop the espresso directly into the frothing cup as well. Then I slowly poor the hazelnut-espresso combination down the center or the glass full of froth... and we're ready to go.Anyway, this frothing cup is perfect for both purposes. Cleans very well/easily, due to its material and finish. Fine in the dishwasher as well.

As long as you understand what '12 ounces,' 'Stainless,' and 'Pitcher' mean, then you can't be anything but satisfied with this product. It's a rather small metal pitcher that is often used for frothing milk in an espresso - environment. This one is great for us, as we have a Gaggia Classic, and this pitcher fits under the frothing wand perfectly (yes, we use the black frothing attachment - don't go hatin'!). Before we invested in this pitcher, we were using a short coffee mug / soup bowl that made a mess every time we poured foamy froth. The spout functions as a spout should, so we're cleaning up less.If you have a larger machine, or need froth to balance out more than a double-shot, then you may want something bigger, but this little thing is perfect for our uses.

Prior to ordering these pitchers, I read the reviews thoroughly noting that many people gave varying testimonials in regards to the true size of the pitcher displayed, as well as the best sized pitcher to get a good foam. So keeping in mind I am new to the 'cafe-at-home' thing, here goes my opinion...After measuring out 12 ounces of water and pouring it into the pitcher, yes, the pitcher is a full 12 ounces... all the way to the brim, as other reviewers have mentioned. So if you are looking to foam a full 12 ounces of milk (for those who do not know, the milk will expand with foam as it is steamed, so do not fill all the way to the top prior to steaming - you will get a mess), get the larger size, but truthfully I don't think you'll need it. Most of the traditional sized at home coffee mugs are roughly 8-10 ounces, so unless you are trying to fill a 16 ounce travel mug with just steamed milk (no espresso), this 12 ounce pitcher will work just fine. While some people have mentioned that they use the larger pitcher for two people, I can only attest to using this pitcher for two people once, and I used small cappuccino style mugs (~3-4 oz mugs). With this method things came out just ok (perhaps I need more practice, or it is best to just steam each drink separately). If you are just looking to steam large quantities of milk, and not concerned too much with type/quality of foam, the larger one may be for you (such as if you are making hot cocoa for a large number of people, or the foam consistency is not important). However, for a single drink, be it mug or travel thermos, this 12 ounce pitcher works just great, and delivers the perfect quantity of steamed milk with the perfect consistency of foam. Not only that, but in our house, I use soy milk (lactose allergy) while my boyfriend prefers whole milk in his drinks, and the two pitchers work just perfect for both types of milk.As to the quality of the pitchers, I have not noticed any rust stains, defects, imperfections, or any thing else with these mugs since I have purchased them a month or so ago. I cannot remember where I read it, but somewhere I read to store them in the freezer. Since then I have been storing mine solely in the freezer after allowing them to air dry post washing, and they are still holding up fine.The only negative thing I have to say about these pitchers is that they are smaller in diameter at the top of the pitcher than they are at the bottom (similar to an erlenmeyer flask), so I have a difficult time wiping out the inside bottom of the pitcher with a dish cloth. This is easily fixed however using a bottle brush, but it would be nice to just wipe them with a cloth.All things considered, great pitchers, would purchase again, highly recommend.

I got this to pair with http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002A3S66/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_18 (De'Longhi BAR32 Retro 15 BAR Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker) and it's a solid match. It's small, but the espresso machine is small. Don't get either if you're trying to open a coffee shop or if you want a bucket of cappucino. Both are built for smaller coffee pours.Some tips:- Use 2% or Whole milk. Foam is better and richer- get milk out a while before you make coffee. you really have to steam the crap out of it to not end up with a lukewarm coffee- you can dump the milk out and use this to catch the steam when you're emptying out the machine. it's just high enough to catch between the wand and the base, and you can just turn the steam nozzle up and walk away

It's what you'd expect. It's small but perfect for my needs. I've got the DeLonghi espresso machine, and this guy heats/froths about the perfect amount of milk with the shot the machine produces to make what I'd consider a medium (grande) size latte like you would get at a certain popular coffee house.With the delonghi, this pitcher fits perfectly on the platform to allow for hands free steaming. I fill it just over half way with milk, drop a thermometer in it, and when it hits about 130-140, grab the handle, pull it and the wand off to the side of the machine, and froth up the milk to about the top. You do have to lift the machine (or tilt the pitcher) to get it from under the wand. Not a big deal.Now the body gets hot (duh) but the handle stays cooler. I've never had any issues holding it with the hot milk. Cleans up easy too.

I would give it 3.5 stars if I could. The reason is because the portafilter- the thing you put the coffee in and twist on, has never twisted all the way on. You are supposed to twist it from the far left to the middle of the machine like you see in the picture. I can't move mine more than 50 degrees because it is incredibly hard to twist. It barely fits on and the machine is so light, there is absolutely no leverage. It's a hassle. But I love the flavor of the coffee. And I have trouble with my frother working sometimes. I have to turn the entire machine all the way off and on again, sometimes several times before the frother/steamer works. You will hear it pump, but the steam does't come on. I clean it each and every time and have plenty of water in the machine, so I'm not sure why it is temperamental. I have used almond milk just fine in the frother. I would recommend getting a pitcher to steam your milk that is not too large because the tip of the wand doesn't reach very far down. And don't get one very small because the volume doubles.

We've found this espresso machine to make fairly decent espresso and cappuccino. Our particular unit is a bit noisy - the pump makes a sound that resembles a fog horn. It's not awful, but can be annoying if there are bedrooms located near the kitchen and people are still sleeping while the coffee is being prepared by early risers. For those who are seafarers and are using this on board a sailing vessel, however, this sound can be very useful during times of fog and heavy mist. Design-wise it would be nice to have all of the controls on the front of the unit. Having the power switch and brew/steam control on the right side requires a bit more room on that side of the machine to access these. Again, this is not awful, but for those with very limited counter space - such as a galley on the aforementioned sailing vessel - this can be an issue. The reservoir has ample capacity for a machine this size. It can be helpful to have a light source near the unit for easier viewing of the water level in the reservoir without having to remove it. While there have been a few detractors with this machine for our family, it has been a good espresso and cappuccino maker overall, especially within this price range.

I've had the unit for four days and pulled twelve shots so far. It has worked perfectly. There was a small leak from the back of the machine when I first tried it, but that was because I had not seated the water reservoir firmly enough. Since I figured that out it has been dry.The espresso is just like at the coffee shop. The frother works well, but could be easier to clean. I'm not sure HOW it could be easier to clean, but the rubber frothing attachment is a little fussy to remove frequently. No big deal.Over all I'm very happy with the purchase, and would tell you to buy one with confidence. The quality exceeds the price.UPDATE: Six months later and it is still going strong. I use it every day and love it.

I am not a professional by any means, but I was a barista at a successful "mom n pop" coffee shop for a year, so I know how to pull a good shot and properly steam milk. I like good coffee, but I'm not a stickler. I wanted to be able to make my own espresso for americanos and the occasional latte at home. I did my research and decided on this machine because it's under 100 bucks which is what I was looking for. I also was looking at the Hamilton beach one that's under 100, and the delonghi. I know that's a better brand but this machine was a little cheaper and had similar reviews. This one is very user friendly, you definitely don't have to have barista experience to get a shot from it. Extreme coffee people might say it doesn't pull a "real" shot because it doesn't require espresso fine ground coffee (real espresso grounds should be as fine as powdered sugar and fit between the lines of your fingerprint) you can actually use it with regular ground coffee for a drip machine, although I use a burr grinder and have it set somewhere in between the two. You don't need to buy a different tamper; the one it comes with is definitely the worst tamper I've ever seen, but with this machine you really don't need a heavy tamper to pack it down hard, because it doesn't make pucks. Even after a decent shot, the leftover grounds come out as sludge instead of a puck, but it seems that's just how this machine works. It's definitely not coffee shop quality but if you want to be able to make coffee that is more than just black brew from a drip machine, then this gets the job done. I like it a lot, it's not for you if you're going to be picky about a syrupy vs runny shot, or how many seconds it takes, but if you just want some espresso with a good layer of yummy crema from your own home for well less than a hundred bucks then this is for you. I can't speak for how long it lasts because I've only had it for less than a month but I've used it multiple times every day and it's working great.

Surprise, still working after 7 months of heavy use. Brews good espresso but oft retains brew in filter making messy refilling. Get the insurance, you will likely use it before expiration. Empty water tank nightly and air dry. Wipe brew nozzle area frequently. Don't overfill filter, place grind about 1/8th inch from top of filter. Clean tray daily. We don't froth, so no comment.12/29/2016 UPDATE: BUY the INSURANCE: Worked well, multiple cups per day, for 13 months but died quietly after a morning espresso. The insurance required item return but provided return shipping. Once received provided full refund. Yep, I will buy another one + insurance, This lasted longer than I expected and the espresso is good. Expensive machines usually require annual service; this unit is a best buy, for me.

This is a great machine! When I worked, we had a $6000.00 machine and I can't say it was better! The only thing it did was grind/fill/dump old coffee grounds. I can't say that is worth $5925.00! Seriously, this machine make a perfect Espresso and Cappuccino. We use the dark whole beans at Sam's club and grind a small counter-top storage container at a time with our magic bullet. Highly recommend this over a coffee bean grinder. It isn't as messy, easy to use, washable and you can see when the beans are ready. You have to play around with the fineness of the grounds, ours are almost power like. We also removed the rubber piece from the steam wand. Again, you have to learn how to froth your milk. It only takes about 1 to 1.5" at the bottom of your stainless frothing cup. You have to swirl, lift and dip - I find the best froth comes when you put the tip just before removing it from the milk. It takes a little while to get to this point, just keep moving it. Otherwise, you will burn the milk. Patients and practice! When we first started, it seemed like it took forever to make just 1 cup. Now, it is quick and easy. I make my cup while heating my daughters pancakes in the toaster. It is that quick and easy!The only downfall is the height where you place your cup. We like using the double cup and making a large coffee mug. You have to tilt the cup to get it underneath - same to remove it. Since you have to leave space for your froth, it doesn't spill... it would just be easier if we didn't have to do this. @ Mr. Coffee: raising it just a 1/2" would solve this problem!

This is a nice quality stainless steel frothing pitcher. IT IS SMALL - 12 oz - so keep this in mind when you purchase it. If you are making cappuccino type foam then you can expect your milk to about double in size (maybe more if you're not skilled at frothing yet it can bubble up) so expect to only be able to froth about 6 ounces of milk maybe less depending on your frothing skills. If you're trying to make a "grande" latte or cappuccino, you need a bigger pitcher. If the size is right for you, then this is a great value for the quality and the price of the item. I found it heats up steadily with the milk as it should - it gets hot as the milk gets hot - so it makes it easy to tell when the milk is at a good temperature and you can stop steaming it. The handle does stay cool.

Pretty good cheap frothing pitcher. I bought it for use alongside my Delonghi espresso machine as a way to train myself in how to use the frothing wand consistently and effectively. The pitcher is the perfect size for this function, and as far as I can tell, its shape is also serviceable. (Some people claim that the shape of the pitcher influences the quality of the foam. I personally can't tell a difference). Sometimes the handle grew uncomfortably hot, and was a little tricky to manipulate.I would say that if you're just starting out exploring the world of espresso-based coffee drinks, this is an excellent accessory at a great price. I suspect it might be outclasses by some fancier options that cost at least twice as much, but I'm not that much of a coffee fanatic to be able to honestly notice those distinctions.

Great frothing pitcher, does what it's supposed to do. One word of caution: be ABSOLUTELY SURE you want the smaller 12oz pitcher because when I saw it and used it the first few times it felt way too small. It will work great for frothing milk for one Starbucks size tall latte but nothing more, and even so you'll probably be frothing till the the foam is about to spill over. So if you want to make two drinks or to froth just slightly more milk you'd be better off with the larger pitcher.That being said, we only use it to make one latte... and since the Gaggia Classic machine we have seems to be on the smaller side and the wand only moves left right, this smaller pitcher fits nicely under the wand, the larger one would be more complicated to maneuver.

My husband uses this with his espresso maker. He's become a coffee maker at home with his own little bistro and I can't work the machine at all but these little frothing pitcher's come in handy for the milk. To get a good froth, he puts them in the freezer and then uses them when he froths the milk for the lattes. It's a sturdy pitcher and retains a lot of cold in the freezer but from my understanding keeping it cold and then using it to froth the milk is suppose to really help with making that latte really sing with froth and richness. He's made me a few lattes but I'm not good at judging coffee. I have to admit though homemade coffee is not as bitter and if you're gonna make coffee you might as well get all the bells and whistles like this frothing cup.

My first thought when I saw the pitcher was, no way that holds 12 ounces. It seemed too small, 8 oz at most. Then I measured - it holds 12 oz when filled to the brim. I needed a small pitcher to fit under the frother of my De'Longhi EC155 15 BAR Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker which sits very low and too close to the counter for a larger pitcher. The EP-12 is 3 3/4 inches tall and fits the bill perfectly. It's stainless steel, has sturdy construction and looks like it will last. I fill the frothing pitcher about half way to make cappuccinos, and it provides just the right amount of milk for one drink.I wish the pitcher had some sort of markings on the inside so I would not have to guesstimate how much milk to pour. Milk does double or triple in volume when frothing so I have to be extra careful not to let it overflow.

This is product is described as a "Saeco" frothing pitcher but the one I received from "KJ Collections" was an "Update" frothing pitcher. Saeco is a brand name in espresso coffee circles, "Update" is an off-brand.The "Update" pitcher looks identical to the advertised "Saeco" pitcher when brand new and functions well.Cons:The "Update" mirror polished exterior surfaces tarnish very easily!! After 2 months of use it no longer shines like a mirror and is looking smoky and dappled with dots of tarnish. I will have to polish it with tarnish remover!! Luckily I don't care how it looks, only that it functions well.Conclusion:Don't order it from "KJ Collections", they are not shipping a Saeco pitcher. Maybe the real "Saeco FRO-TH12 12 oz. frothing pitcher" will maintain its mirror polished shine without tarnishing. Regardless of how it looks, the "Update" pitcher functions perfectly.

ive had a few espresso machines, and including a few of this model. The expresso handle on a few doesnt turn, and even the manufacturer simply said to return it. The steamer is also very short, so very little milk can be processed at once.

This espresso maker worked like a dream for the first year and then for no reason the steamer function stopped working.When it was working properly the espresso always had a nice crema and the steamer made nice frothed milk. Aside from it not lasting, it is a very loud machine and when the espresso function is working the machine shakes a lot.All in all, I'd say it was well worth it for an affordable espresso machine. I used it 4-5 times per week for one year. It certainly saved me a lot of money.

This was half off when I bought it. It works fine, but here are the cons:1. Noisy when on, so much so my dog barks while it's brewing2. Does not auto stop when cups are filled, so you must stand and watch it brew to turn off process at desired "coffee" level per cup3. The coffee grind holder was almost impossible to turn during initial uses. Getting a little better, but was concerned I would bust it.Pros:1. Price very reasonable when purchased as it was half off original listing2. Built in water tank3. Easy use

The steamer doubles the volume of my milk by the time it's 100 degrees. The milk starts to bubble over the pitcher before it's even hot. There is no way to control the level of steam and prevent this from happening, so I usually just microwave my milk. One trick could be to microwave my milk and then add froth on top. Meh.... but the espresso part is good! I might invest in a heavier tamper.

It's a cheap espresso machine, so you get exactly what you pay for. It makes great lattes, but there's some design flaws.The steamer handle is short so you can't reach the bottom of a normal sized cup.It takes a while to switch from the espresso to the steamer, and the little button/nob combo is annoying.It will literally vibrate your cup off of the platform and spill everywhere so definitely keep an eye on it.

Update 7/25/13: It died. No amount of vinegar cleaning worked. The pump sounds like it fizzled out. We got 2 1/2 years out of it, so I guess I got my $75 worth. I tried to replace the steamer nozzle last fall, but couldn't get into the housing, so I used pliers and squeezed the housing around the nipple. It held. We've replaced it with anoher Krups (XP601050). It just came and sounds stronger than the Mr Coffee machine. We'll see.Origninal: I wanted to wait a few months before writing a review. We had a Krups for about 10 yrs prior and the hard water finally did it in. I didn't want to spend much, so I took a chance on the ECMP50. Everything is fine except that the threads inside the steamer nozzle arm stripped about a month after we got it. I never used the rubber cover on our prior machine and didn't use it on this for cleaning purposes. Now, I just leave the rubber cover on all the time and hope the machine lasts me a few years.Other than that, it works fine.

I received a smaller version of the one depicted. I thought I was ordering a 12 ounce and I received a version that only holds a few ounces. I would not purchase if you are trying to buy a 12 ounce.

Is an ok cup, i should have gotten something a bit larger, but that was my bad.steaming with a really small cup is never a good idea. Too easy to over flow as you stretch, handle is a bit small.

I ordered this for Christmas but it took weeks to come (from China) and when it came it was smaller than expected. I had to give my daughter my own frothing pitcher so she had one for her espresso make she got for Christmas, so now I have this small one which I do not like. I will probably buy another one. I marked it as 3 start because it took longer to come than anything I have ever purchased from Amazon.

It got here.... finally. It shipped from overseas, and the quality just isn't what I expected. It is smaller than I was expecting and the metal a lot thinner. It does the job, but I wouldn't buy this one again.

Chock it up to user error but this is so tiny it really has no purpose other than to be pencil pot. I guess I really don't envision measurements in my head very well because it clearly does say 12 ounces but again I'm sort of lulled into thinking it is something larger by the picture. Not the product's fault, it's mine but I'm not giving it 5 stars only because something this small should only be sold in the toy department as something to be used in a doll house.

The price was right, I needed something to froth my milk in for my latte... this is steel, it fits on my espresso machine - life is good.If you're picky about the craftsmanship... move on, you can see where the handles are soldered on to the pitcher... it's not crazy sloppy, but it's not perfectly neat and hidden either.I'm usually in my housecoat when I make my morning coffee, no contacts in either... so does detail really matter? it works, it's clean and it's the perfect size for me. Thanks a latte! haha

This is a 2 star review for one reason: short lifespan. The machine works well as advertised, and the expresso is good quality--I have used it twice a day (or more) for two years, and I can validate the results of the more positive reviews here. However, after the first year, it began to leak water from underneath with every use. At first, it was only a small amount, but gradually the leak has become worse; now, it leaks twice as much water as the amount of expresso it produces in a single use, and I have to replace it. My previous expresso maker, a Krupps, lasted almost 15 years before failing. In contrast, the Mr. Coffee gave me one year of trouble free service before it began to fail; I will not buy one again.

This is a replacement from the first one which didnt work...this does work but not really impressed. Its pretty rough when its brewing it shakes so bad it moves the cup so u must hold it. And the drip tray? It actually is leaking water into it!! Im thinking this one is going back.!!!! Its not a smooth operating machine..its really loud and rough sounding.

Ok but not worth money and time. Parts are plastic and it's flimsy. The espresso cup is very hard to get in place without bending over and looking up. It's very loud! I wanted to try it but now I'm going to spend more and get something with nicer components.

Has trouble heating up milk. Takes 3-4 minutes to get to 140. And normally stops after that. Wish it could heat longer but good for the price. Espresso comes out nicely! My problem now is after 4-5 months the milk frother refuses to work. I bought the 3 year warranty and they just told me to call the manufacturer even though it is past the time allowment. Now I have all this coffee syrups/espresso/pitcher/etc. and a machine that doesn't work anymore. I used to be a barista and clean it after every use, very disappointed now.

Ive used this machine maybe a dozen times in the past 6 wks. You get what you pay for, I guess. Maybe I should've waited and gotten a more midline product. The espresso seems to always be overly bitter. It just tastes a bit off. But I always do a cappucino, so I was hoping the frother would be cooperative and balance out the flavor. However, the frother seems to be malfunctioning. Its properly cleaned each time. But the lights are all blinking and it shut off yesterday during use. Ugh! Waiting on amazon to open so I can open a ticket. Crossing my fingers. I should've used it more during the 1st 30 days.

This is the second ECMP50 I have purchased and both have had the same problem. The porta filter does not rotate into locked position. It will only travel about 30 degrees not 95 degrees to full locked position. This occurs even with no grounds in the basket. I called the company to ask if this is a known problem with the machine. They avoided the question and looked to see if they had more stock to send a replacement ( they had none ).They said to return it to Amazon. I am surprised not to see more complaints about this issue. I tried to make some espresso and found a lot of water was released from the canister into the drip tray below the cup. It comes from the bottom which is why people are experiencing leaks. It seemed to make nice micro foam however I am returning it because of the defect in the filter lock. I am very disappointed because I thought the first one was an anomaly....now I am not so sure.

Handle is badly soldered on, rust will appear very quickly, and this thing is not large at all. Don't trust high ratings or best seller status. This thing is not good. I wish Amazon did a better job of dealing with this type of item and its perceived greatness.

This cup was quite a bit smaller than the size that was in the product description. I had purchased it to make lattes with my espresso machine, but because it is so small, it won't work for my intended purpose. I saw no sharp edges, as others have reported, and it seemed very nicely made, but I was very disappointed that the size was not 12 oz.I received this item at a discounted price in exchange for an honest review.

polish was still present. at first, I was wondering what the black residue was on my hand but quickly found that it was all over the outside of the pitcher when I wiped with a clean cloth. then I found it on the inside!!! also, there were nicks and unpolished specks on the outside of this item. this is definitely not quality work at hand.

This is a cute little baby pitcher. It is tiny though we have only used it once or twice. The handle feels like it could easily be broken off... which would be awful if it was full of hot liquid when it does happen. This item also took weeks to finally show up.

Poor build quality on this. The stainless has several blemishes in this. I intended this as a gift, but it's not up to standard for that, as it almost looks used. Plus, 12 oz is really too small for proper frothing. Get an 18 oz or larger size. The low price bumps this up from 1 start to 2.

Got this for my new espresso machine. I should have measured how much 12 ounces is; this is way way too small. When you steam milk, the volume doubles to triples, meaning that you would have to start with at most 4 ounces of milk. Since this pitcher is tall and narrow, the steamer wand was too short to reach into the bottom of this, which meant that I either ended up with too much froth (I prefer lattes rather than cappucinos, so want more milk than froth), or ended up overflowing the pitcher and didn't have enough milk at that, to make the lattes I wanted.I ended up buying a larger (24 0z), wider milk pitcher which works better, as there's enough room for enough milk to actually fill my mug after steaming it.

Well... it makes espresso. The frother is absolute crap though. It just spits and hisses at you, and doesn't heat the milk. So far the frother has worked once out of about 8 attempts, and we've gone over the instructions repeatedly, following them exactingly every time.*** 3 weeks of use later***It's mean if out the bottom. Not from the water container. Not from there the container plugs into the machine. But from somewhere on the bottom that I have yet to find. And it's not a little dribble either! It's a full on, losing 1/4th cup every 30 seconds or so (that's being generous on the timing ). Besides that I'm not sure I can get the bottom plastic off to try and repair it, so THANKS Mr. Coffee, for making this crummy machine >:(

Things that I didn't like but really didn't matter overall:1. Machine is very loud.2. No automatic shut off at end of shotThe reason I'm giving this one star however is because after about a year, this machine started leaking like nobody's business. It's not that the tray is filling up because the water never makes it to the tray and just leaks from somewhere under the machine. I'm soaking 2-3 hand towels each time I brew 4 shots because it leaks so badly.I've read enough reviews on here to realize this is a common problem with this machine, don't waste your money on it.

after going through 2 of these in 4 months i am leaving my review. both machines when brand new work perfect. after about 2 months the pump starts getting weak. at the the 4 month mark the pump barely has enough pressure to brew a shot of coffee. i use a burr grinder set the same the whole time, ive ordered the same beans, nothing changes, they are just not made to withstand the needs of making 1 coffee per day,

I would advise to not buy this machine! For starters the filter wouldn't even fit into the machine without ALOT of muscle. Second, once I turned it on it sounded like a freight train. I didn't even make a cup of coffee before returning it.

I bought this for my sister and it did not work so I had to return it and got a different brand. I would have thought that these guys were a better maker, but now I know to buy from someone else.

Received October 10, 2016. It made great espresso every morning till March 1, 2017, then it just stopped working. I think my next purchase is going to be a better espresso machine than this. Usually happy with my Mr. coffee products. Not happy with this bu my next purchase is going to be a better espresso machine than this. Usually happy with my Mr. coffee products. Not happy with this espresso machine

This was a reorder. First batch was good enough for what they cost and appeared to be machine made and were of sufficient quality stainless to do the job. However, the second set ordered was a different product (shape, appearance, metal thickness). These pitchers were hand hammered, full of small pits on the inside and very flimsy. The pits appeared to have oxidation in them. Not safe for use. Very poor quality pitchers. First batch appeared to be made in China. This second batch said Made in India. Returning them for refund.

I can't tell you how disappointed I am in this product it advertised a 12oz it clearly can't be bigger than 10 oz. I've emailed the seller and have not gotten a response yet. Gets one star simply for being stainless.

this is scam!!do not buy this. i orsered this 2month ago and i did not get it. total waste of money!!

The title on this says 12oz....this container was no bigger than my thumb. I have shot glasses bigger than this. Do not buy this product. That is a sugar packet in the photo next to it.

Really bad product, not worth it since this pitcher is tiny and takes long time to deliver to deliver from China (took over 4 weeks to deliver). I bought another one because this one was so small and defiantly not 12oz. I messaged the seller and his answer was that nothing to do about it.Summary: avoid it and buy one with primeIn the picture you can see this product on the right vs a real 12oz one on the left that was only $1 more

The stainless finish on this jug is poor, in fact it looks unfinished. The handle looks like it is ready to rust. I get the impression this jug has been used for years.