Ease and Perfection for any skill level

Author's Rating:

Pros: Inexpensive, makes a quality espresso, easy to use

Cons: a touch loud

Author's Review
I picked this us just the other day and have'nt gotten my hands off of it since. I am by no means a coffee buff, but rather someone who was tired of spending upwards of $5 for something I could make on my own.
I chose DeLonghi on its reputation, as well I bought it on good reference from a family friend, who after returning the Krups, baught this model. and because it just seemed sturdier than the other machines in this price range.
I had never made a cup of espresso before, but after about 45 minutes I had it down. Although the manual was confusing, I pieced together the information it gave, as well as my experience watching Baristas from coffee shops make it. For me, frothing milk was the toughest part, but something that wasnt tough to grasp.
My machine came with handy little pods, so the cleanup was minimal, and as for the product, it was just as I had experienced it at coffee shops.
After reading the other reviews, it seems obvious that my opinion is the majority. Great product.