Espresso Coffee Machines

Sage Bambino Automatic Espresso Machine 1600W Pressure 15bar Brushed Stainless Steel

Key features:

  • Coffee Supply: Ground
  • Water Tank Capacity: 1.4 lt
  • Type: Semi-automatic
  • Dimensions: 19.5x32x31 cm

Enjoy the perfect coffee in 3 seconds thanks to the ThermoJet heating system with PID temperature control.

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Description

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At a glance

    ✓ ThermoJet heating system: ready in 3 seconds

    ✓ PID Temperature Control: precise temperature for perfect taste

    ✓ 15 bar Italian Pump with low-pressure pre-infusion

    ✓ High-quality 54mm Portafilter for consistent extraction

    ✓ Powerful 130°C Steam for silky microfoam

    ✓ ClaroSwiss Water Filter for clean water

    ✓ Volumetric Shot Control with 1 & 2 cup buttons

        Fast Heating with ThermoJet

        The Bambino heats up in just 3 seconds thanks to the innovative ThermoJet heating system, ensuring that the water temperature is always precise. With PID digital temperature control, every espresso extraction achieves the ideal balance of flavors, delivering intense aroma and rich body in every cup.

        Italian Pressure 15 Bar

        The machine features a 15 bar Italian pump combined with low-pressure pre-infusion followed by 9 bar extraction. This creates a rich, creamy, caramel-colored espresso, offering a professional coffee experience at home.

        High-Quality Portafilter

        The 54mm aluminum portafilter of the Bambino ensures stable pressure and optimal coffee extraction. Together with the manual tamper, you can adjust the pressure as you wish, for perfect results in every cup.

        Manual Fine Milk Frother

        The Bambino creates velvety microfoam for cappuccino and latte with a powerful steam flow. The manual froth control gives you complete freedom to create artistic latte art, while the integrated steam wand cleaning tool makes cleaning easy.

        Simple and User-Friendly Interface

        With three buttons for 1 cup, 2 cups, and steam, the machine is extremely user-friendly. You can control the coffee dose and milk froth with ease, without unnecessary settings, saving time without sacrificing quality.

        Construction and Capacity

        The Bambino is made of brushed stainless steel, offering durability and elegant design. The 1.4-liter water tank is sufficient for multiple extractions without frequent refilling, ideal for everyday use at home.

        Accessories that make a difference

        The package includes a ClaroSwiss water filter, 1 & 2 cup single and dual wall filters, a 480ml stainless steel milk jug, a cleaning kit, and more, ensuring you have everything you need for a professional espresso experience.

        Efficient and Powerful

        With a power of 1300-1600 W, the machine ensures fast and consistent extraction every time. The combination of ThermoJet, PID temperature, and powerful 130°C steam delivers high-quality coffee, without unnecessary noise or waiting.

        Why choose it?

        • Unlimited espresso flavor with PID temperature control
        • Fast extraction in 3 seconds with ThermoJet
        • Italian 15 bar pump with low-pressure pre-infusion
        • Manual microfoam for latte art
        • Elegant brushed stainless steel design
        • Complete accessory kit for coffee and cleaning

        Users said:

        Users were impressed by the instant heating with ThermoJet and the quality of the espresso, with several noting the rich crema and consistent microfoam. One user mentioned that the machine is compact and easy to use, while another highlighted the value of a good grinder for even better results. Overall, the experience is considered excellent for home use.

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        Specifications

        Type
        Semi-Automatic
        Coffee Supply
        Ground
        Power
        1600 W
        Pressure
        15 bar
        Water Tank Capacity
        1.4 lt
        Colour
        Silver
        Retro
        No
        Boiler Type
        Thermoblock

        Capabilities & Functions

        Milk Frother
        No
        Built-in
        No
        Removable Water Tank
        Yes
        Water Filter
        Yes
        Automatic Shut-off
        No
        Cup Warmer
        No
        Steam Nozzle
        Yes
        Temperature Control
        Yes

        Smart Attributes

        Wi-Fi
        No

        Technologies

        Sage
        -

        Important information

        Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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        Reviews (48)

        Reviews

        1. 38
        2. 5
        3. 1
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        5. 3
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        vlavianoumaria800
        5
        11 out of 11 members found this review helpful

        Verified purchase

        About a month ago, I decided to replace my espresso machine, which had a built-in grinder, due to a malfunction. I didn't want another fully automatic and compact machine, but I had grown to love the aroma of freshly ground coffee. After extensive research online, I ended up choosing the Sage Bambino and paired it with the smart pro grinder from the same company. The Bambino has all the great features that the manufacturer promotes.

        It has a compact design and fits comfortably under the kitchen cabinets, as the water tank at the back can be lifted with minimal effort. It is user-friendly, and you can adjust the amount of espresso. It produces a nice crema on the coffee. Of course, the overall result depends on the quality of the coffee, the grind size, the filter used, and the entire preparation process. For the milk frothing, I followed the instructions and watched some related videos. The result was perfect! In my opinion, the significant price difference compared to the Bambino Plus (mainly regarding the milk frothing) leads to choosing the Sage Bambino. It is more useful, if the budget allows, to invest in a grinder.

        One small "negative" aspect during use is that the espresso cup tends to slide on the tray during extraction. At the same time, due to the distance from the portafilter, it splatters around. However, I found a way to stabilize it higher. Moreover, this distance allows for taller cups. Overall, I am happy with my choice.

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        • Easy to use
        • Cleaning
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        • Value for money
        • Heating time of the device
        • Crema
        • Foam milk
        • Moderate noise
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        Alexander5790
        2
        14 out of 16 members found this review helpful

        Verified purchase

        At first everything seemed perfect and that's why I had given it 5 stars. The Bambino was pulling nice, balanced shots and I was excited. I was using the Sage Smart Grinder Pro and always had fresh coffee, usually with a roast date 10 days prior, so I expected decent results. However, after 2 months, problems started...

        The shots came out sour and watery and no matter how much I tried with settings, dosing, tamping, etc., the situation did not improve. I invested quite a bit of money to rule out any problem that could be caused by the gear: I got the Eureka Oro Stark grinder, Normcore tamper, distributor and WDT tool, changed the portafilter (the one included in the box is of terrible quality) with a hybrid portafilter and Pesado HE basket.

        Note: NEVER use the double basket/pressurised basket. It is NOT intended for freshly ground coffee.

        I even had a barista friend with years of experience try it and he confirmed that something was wrong. Eventually, we measured the machine's temperature with a thermal tool and the water was coming out between 60-75°C, when it should be at 90-95°C.
        I searched forums and Reddit for home baristas, and found that this problem is known in the Bambino series – that is, it does not have stable temperature and never reaches where it should. I contacted the store via Skroutz and sent it back. There they told me that the supplier himself knows about the issue and that it cannot be fixed because "that's how the machine is designed."

        Truly disappointing, especially if you've invested money and time to properly set up a starter home setup. So, if you're thinking of buying it and you're a bit more serious about your espresso – beware. It's not worth it, unless you get it for a simple coffee without many expectations.

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        • Dionisis385

          Verified purchase

          This review is about the colour: Black

          Excellent espresso machine and, in my opinion, one of the best choices in its category. It heats up in just a few seconds, is very easy to use, and consistently produces high-quality espresso with rich crema.

          The steam is particularly powerful for its category, allowing for the preparation of very good milk froth for cappuccino and latte. The build quality is high and the machine gives the impression of a much more expensive model.

          With a proper grinder and fresh coffee, the results can compete with those of many coffee shops. After quite some time of use, I have not encountered any problems and would buy it again without a second thought. Excellent value for money.

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        • This review is about the colour: Black

          Very good machine, especially if you drink cappuccino because the steam wand is powerful, something that was missing from my Dedica, but I also saw an upgrade in my coffee. Also, it is ready immediately and when I make coffee I don't have to wait to make the milk froth, it is ready instantly

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        • This review is about the colour: Black

          Very good machine. It has nothing to envy from the neighborhood cafes. It is definitely worth its money. The next step is the grinder from the same brand again.

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        • avidos
          5
          1 out of 4 members found this review helpful

          Verified purchase

          My first freddo coffee turned out much better than the coffees at the top shops I visit. With market coffee Dimello Colombia single origin 100% arabica. I can't imagine what kind of coffee it will make with a precision filter and ground coffee—I'm eagerly waiting for the grinder. It heats up very quickly, in seconds you have coffee. At first, you just need to follow the basic instructions patiently, but I loved this machine, I hope it doesn't let me down in the future. Experiment a bit at first with the amount, at 18g - ~19g for freddo (60ml - 70ml water) and 9g for a single espresso (30ml - 35ml). At this price, after a lot of research, there is nothing better. For something more expensive I would go for Lelit, but from what I read you need to have a lot of patience and experiment quite a bit, so I didn't even consider it

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        • This review is about the colour: Black

          The only thing I did was adjust the amount of water for the double shot because it was giving me 40ml of coffee. I set it to give 70ml (there is an online guide on how to change the water amount) and the freddo espresso I make is amazing. I use illy classic ground coffee from the market. Imagine if I get coffee beans!

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        • corto-v

          Verified purchase

          Very good machine for home use. Heats up very quickly and makes nice coffee. It is also possible to make frothy milk with the nozzle.

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        • Johnnie.
          1
          2 out of 11 members found this review helpful

          After 6 months it cannot be programmed, it does not save the setting, the coffee temperature was at 45 degrees, the coffee cake always came out with water, I got caught in a hell with the service, I couldn't get anywhere with this one, but I must say that the store I bought it from stepped up and replaced it for me. Unfortunately, however, the new one has the same problems. Stay away from this brand, it might be that the model is problematic.

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        • manosfats
          5
          1 out of 2 members found this review helpful
          This review is about the colour: Black

          I think it's the ultimate machine for coffee lovers! A machine that, once you learn to use it, will make it very difficult to get coffee from outside. It is definitely not a machine for everyone. It requires research, time, and passion to enjoy the result. On the positive side, it heats up in seconds. It is quite quiet. If you search a lot, you will realize that the machine has only 2 negatives.
          1) Because it heats up very quickly, the boiler does not heat the group at all, resulting in the crema breaking quite a bit.
          2) The distance from the bottom of the cup to the coffee flow is quite far, resulting in splashing around. This can be easily solved by placing a "mat" underneath.

          For me, the best choice for its price.

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        • Bad_Request
          4
          4 out of 9 members found this review helpful

          Verified purchase

          I would give it 5 stars but the machine arrived "broken." The steam nozzle didn't work, resulting in us running to Ilion to the official repairman for a fix. The repair was done in 2 hours and the machine is now working fine. -1 star for the inconvenience and the shaken reliability.
          However, not to do injustice to a very good machine, I must say that along with the Sage coffee grinder, we have now stopped getting coffee from outside as the taste we enjoy at home is incomparable. Excellent and quality machines are recommended for home use with the only caveat being the malfunction that the coffee maker experienced.

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        • Johnnie.
          1
          4 out of 10 members found this review helpful
          This review is about the colour: White

          After 6 months it cannot be programmed, it does not save the setting, the coffee temperature was at 45 degrees, the coffee cake always came out with water, I got caught in a Golgotha with the service, I couldn't get anywhere with this one, but I must say that the store I bought it from stepped up and replaced it for me, unfortunately, however, the new one has the same problems. Stay away from this brand, it may be that the model is problematic.

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        • GingerB3ard
          5
          6 out of 6 members found this review helpful

          Verified purchase

          For the money you will get a very good coffee machine! I suggest getting a grinder as well, there you will see a tremendous difference in your coffee. The steam wand makes very good frothy milk and the package is full of gifts!

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        • knasiotis
          4
          1 out of 2 members found this review helpful

          I really like this specific espresso machine. My only "complaints" are that it needs a better portafilter than the one provided, as it is somewhat light and the filter basket comes off (also, you can't see how good the extraction is). Additionally, the base under the cup holder is slippery. I would appreciate it if it had some non-slip material so that the cup/glass doesn't slide.

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        • NoiSy MaN
          5
          7 out of 8 members found this review helpful

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          The cheapest espresso machine that truly deserves its money. Also clearly more value for money than the plus at the prices they are sold.

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        • 1
          1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

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          This review is about the colour: Black

          The whole thing shakes, you can't place the glass. Cold coffee even with a hot handle

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        • The best

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        • Better coffee than from a café with Hausbrandt Gourmet

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          This review is about the colour: Black

          Works without problems
          Good quality coffee (star bucks)

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        • best money ever spent!

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          excellent choice for a rich coffee

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        • Verified purchase

        • Excellent espresso machine and, in my opinion, one of the best choices in its category. It heats up in just a few seconds, is very easy to use, and consistently produces high-quality espresso with rich crema.

          The steam is particularly powerful for its category, allowing for the preparation of very good milk froth for cappuccino and latte. The build quality is high and the machine gives the impression of a much more expensive model.

          With a proper grinder and fresh coffee, the results can compete with those of many coffee shops. After quite some time of use, I have not encountered any problems and would buy it again without a second thought. Excellent value for money.

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        • Very good machine, especially if you drink cappuccino because the steam wand is powerful, something that was missing from my Dedica, but I also saw an upgrade in my coffee. Also, it is ready immediately and when I make coffee I don't have to wait to make the milk froth, it is ready instantly

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        • Very good machine. It has nothing to envy from the neighborhood cafes. It is definitely worth its money. The next step is the grinder from the same brand again.

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        • My first freddo coffee turned out much better than the coffees at the top shops I visit. With market coffee Dimello Colombia single origin 100% arabica. I can't imagine what kind of coffee it will make with a precision filter and ground coffee—I'm eagerly waiting for the grinder. It heats up very quickly, in seconds you have coffee. At first, you just need to follow the basic instructions patiently, but I loved this machine, I hope it doesn't let me down in the future. Experiment a bit at first with the amount, at 18g - ~19g for freddo (60ml - 70ml water) and 9g for a single espresso (30ml - 35ml). At this price, after a lot of research, there is nothing better. For something more expensive I would go for Lelit, but from what I read you need to have a lot of patience and experiment quite a bit, so I didn't even consider it

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        • The only thing I did was adjust the amount of water for the double shot because it was giving me 40ml of coffee. I set it to give 70ml (there is an online guide on how to change the water amount) and the freddo espresso I make is amazing. I use illy classic ground coffee from the market. Imagine if I get coffee beans!

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        Description & Specifications

        At a glance

          ✓ ThermoJet heating system: ready in 3 seconds

          ✓ PID Temperature Control: precise temperature for perfect taste

          ✓ 15 bar Italian Pump with low-pressure pre-infusion

          ✓ High-quality 54mm Portafilter for consistent extraction

          ✓ Powerful 130°C Steam for silky microfoam

          ✓ ClaroSwiss Water Filter for clean water

          ✓ Volumetric Shot Control with 1 & 2 cup buttons

              Fast Heating with ThermoJet

              The Bambino heats up in just 3 seconds thanks to the innovative ThermoJet heating system, ensuring that the water temperature is always precise. With PID digital temperature control, every espresso extraction achieves the ideal balance of flavors, delivering intense aroma and rich body in every cup.

              Italian Pressure 15 Bar

              The machine features a 15 bar Italian pump combined with low-pressure pre-infusion followed by 9 bar extraction. This creates a rich, creamy, caramel-colored espresso, offering a professional coffee experience at home.

              High-Quality Portafilter

              The 54mm aluminum portafilter of the Bambino ensures stable pressure and optimal coffee extraction. Together with the manual tamper, you can adjust the pressure as you wish, for perfect results in every cup.

              Manual Fine Milk Frother

              The Bambino creates velvety microfoam for cappuccino and latte with a powerful steam flow. The manual froth control gives you complete freedom to create artistic latte art, while the integrated steam wand cleaning tool makes cleaning easy.

              Simple and User-Friendly Interface

              With three buttons for 1 cup, 2 cups, and steam, the machine is extremely user-friendly. You can control the coffee dose and milk froth with ease, without unnecessary settings, saving time without sacrificing quality.

              Construction and Capacity

              The Bambino is made of brushed stainless steel, offering durability and elegant design. The 1.4-liter water tank is sufficient for multiple extractions without frequent refilling, ideal for everyday use at home.

              Accessories that make a difference

              The package includes a ClaroSwiss water filter, 1 & 2 cup single and dual wall filters, a 480ml stainless steel milk jug, a cleaning kit, and more, ensuring you have everything you need for a professional espresso experience.

              Efficient and Powerful

              With a power of 1300-1600 W, the machine ensures fast and consistent extraction every time. The combination of ThermoJet, PID temperature, and powerful 130°C steam delivers high-quality coffee, without unnecessary noise or waiting.

              Why choose it?

              • Unlimited espresso flavor with PID temperature control
              • Fast extraction in 3 seconds with ThermoJet
              • Italian 15 bar pump with low-pressure pre-infusion
              • Manual microfoam for latte art
              • Elegant brushed stainless steel design
              • Complete accessory kit for coffee and cleaning

              Users said:

              Users were impressed by the instant heating with ThermoJet and the quality of the espresso, with several noting the rich crema and consistent microfoam. One user mentioned that the machine is compact and easy to use, while another highlighted the value of a good grinder for even better results. Overall, the experience is considered excellent for home use.

              Manufacturer

              Product Guides

              User Manual

              Specifications

              Type
              Semi-Automatic
              Coffee Supply
              Ground
              Power
              1600 W
              Pressure
              15 bar
              Water Tank Capacity
              1.4 lt
              Colour
              Silver
              Retro
              No
              Boiler Type
              Thermoblock

              Capabilities & Functions

              Milk Frother
              No
              Built-in
              No
              Removable Water Tank
              Yes
              Water Filter
              Yes
              Automatic Shut-off
              No
              Cup Warmer
              No
              Steam Nozzle
              Yes
              Temperature Control
              Yes

              Smart Attributes

              Wi-Fi
              No

              Technologies

              Sage
              -

              Important information

              Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

              Reviews (48)

              1. 38
              2. 5
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              • Cleaning
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              • Crema
              • Coffee quality
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              vlavianoumaria800
              5
              11 out of 11 members found this review helpful

              Verified purchase

              About a month ago, I decided to replace my espresso machine, which had a built-in grinder, due to a malfunction. I didn't want another fully automatic and compact machine, but I had grown to love the aroma of freshly ground coffee. After extensive research online, I ended up choosing the Sage Bambino and paired it with the smart pro grinder from the same company. The Bambino has all the great features that the manufacturer promotes.

              It has a compact design and fits comfortably under the kitchen cabinets, as the water tank at the back can be lifted with minimal effort. It is user-friendly, and you can adjust the amount of espresso. It produces a nice crema on the coffee. Of course, the overall result depends on the quality of the coffee, the grind size, the filter used, and the entire preparation process. For the milk frothing, I followed the instructions and watched some related videos. The result was perfect! In my opinion, the significant price difference compared to the Bambino Plus (mainly regarding the milk frothing) leads to choosing the Sage Bambino. It is more useful, if the budget allows, to invest in a grinder.

              One small "negative" aspect during use is that the espresso cup tends to slide on the tray during extraction. At the same time, due to the distance from the portafilter, it splatters around. However, I found a way to stabilize it higher. Moreover, this distance allows for taller cups. Overall, I am happy with my choice.

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              • Easy to use
              • Cleaning
              • Construction quality
              • Value for money
              • Heating time of the device
              • Crema
              • Foam milk
              • Moderate noise
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              Alexander5790
              2
              14 out of 16 members found this review helpful

              Verified purchase

              At first everything seemed perfect and that's why I had given it 5 stars. The Bambino was pulling nice, balanced shots and I was excited. I was using the Sage Smart Grinder Pro and always had fresh coffee, usually with a roast date 10 days prior, so I expected decent results. However, after 2 months, problems started...

              The shots came out sour and watery and no matter how much I tried with settings, dosing, tamping, etc., the situation did not improve. I invested quite a bit of money to rule out any problem that could be caused by the gear: I got the Eureka Oro Stark grinder, Normcore tamper, distributor and WDT tool, changed the portafilter (the one included in the box is of terrible quality) with a hybrid portafilter and Pesado HE basket.

              Note: NEVER use the double basket/pressurised basket. It is NOT intended for freshly ground coffee.

              I even had a barista friend with years of experience try it and he confirmed that something was wrong. Eventually, we measured the machine's temperature with a thermal tool and the water was coming out between 60-75°C, when it should be at 90-95°C.
              I searched forums and Reddit for home baristas, and found that this problem is known in the Bambino series – that is, it does not have stable temperature and never reaches where it should. I contacted the store via Skroutz and sent it back. There they told me that the supplier himself knows about the issue and that it cannot be fixed because "that's how the machine is designed."

              Truly disappointing, especially if you've invested money and time to properly set up a starter home setup. So, if you're thinking of buying it and you're a bit more serious about your espresso – beware. It's not worth it, unless you get it for a simple coffee without many expectations.

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              • Dionisis385

                Verified purchase

                This review is about the colour: Black

                Excellent espresso machine and, in my opinion, one of the best choices in its category. It heats up in just a few seconds, is very easy to use, and consistently produces high-quality espresso with rich crema.

                The steam is particularly powerful for its category, allowing for the preparation of very good milk froth for cappuccino and latte. The build quality is high and the machine gives the impression of a much more expensive model.

                With a proper grinder and fresh coffee, the results can compete with those of many coffee shops. After quite some time of use, I have not encountered any problems and would buy it again without a second thought. Excellent value for money.

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              • This review is about the colour: Black

                Very good machine, especially if you drink cappuccino because the steam wand is powerful, something that was missing from my Dedica, but I also saw an upgrade in my coffee. Also, it is ready immediately and when I make coffee I don't have to wait to make the milk froth, it is ready instantly

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                Very good machine. It has nothing to envy from the neighborhood cafes. It is definitely worth its money. The next step is the grinder from the same brand again.

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              • avidos
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                My first freddo coffee turned out much better than the coffees at the top shops I visit. With market coffee Dimello Colombia single origin 100% arabica. I can't imagine what kind of coffee it will make with a precision filter and ground coffee—I'm eagerly waiting for the grinder. It heats up very quickly, in seconds you have coffee. At first, you just need to follow the basic instructions patiently, but I loved this machine, I hope it doesn't let me down in the future. Experiment a bit at first with the amount, at 18g - ~19g for freddo (60ml - 70ml water) and 9g for a single espresso (30ml - 35ml). At this price, after a lot of research, there is nothing better. For something more expensive I would go for Lelit, but from what I read you need to have a lot of patience and experiment quite a bit, so I didn't even consider it

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                The only thing I did was adjust the amount of water for the double shot because it was giving me 40ml of coffee. I set it to give 70ml (there is an online guide on how to change the water amount) and the freddo espresso I make is amazing. I use illy classic ground coffee from the market. Imagine if I get coffee beans!

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              • corto-v

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                Very good machine for home use. Heats up very quickly and makes nice coffee. It is also possible to make frothy milk with the nozzle.

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              • Johnnie.
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                After 6 months it cannot be programmed, it does not save the setting, the coffee temperature was at 45 degrees, the coffee cake always came out with water, I got caught in a hell with the service, I couldn't get anywhere with this one, but I must say that the store I bought it from stepped up and replaced it for me. Unfortunately, however, the new one has the same problems. Stay away from this brand, it might be that the model is problematic.

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              • manosfats
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                I think it's the ultimate machine for coffee lovers! A machine that, once you learn to use it, will make it very difficult to get coffee from outside. It is definitely not a machine for everyone. It requires research, time, and passion to enjoy the result. On the positive side, it heats up in seconds. It is quite quiet. If you search a lot, you will realize that the machine has only 2 negatives.
                1) Because it heats up very quickly, the boiler does not heat the group at all, resulting in the crema breaking quite a bit.
                2) The distance from the bottom of the cup to the coffee flow is quite far, resulting in splashing around. This can be easily solved by placing a "mat" underneath.

                For me, the best choice for its price.

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              • Bad_Request
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                4 out of 9 members found this review helpful

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                I would give it 5 stars but the machine arrived "broken." The steam nozzle didn't work, resulting in us running to Ilion to the official repairman for a fix. The repair was done in 2 hours and the machine is now working fine. -1 star for the inconvenience and the shaken reliability.
                However, not to do injustice to a very good machine, I must say that along with the Sage coffee grinder, we have now stopped getting coffee from outside as the taste we enjoy at home is incomparable. Excellent and quality machines are recommended for home use with the only caveat being the malfunction that the coffee maker experienced.

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                After 6 months it cannot be programmed, it does not save the setting, the coffee temperature was at 45 degrees, the coffee cake always came out with water, I got caught in a Golgotha with the service, I couldn't get anywhere with this one, but I must say that the store I bought it from stepped up and replaced it for me, unfortunately, however, the new one has the same problems. Stay away from this brand, it may be that the model is problematic.

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              • GingerB3ard
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                6 out of 6 members found this review helpful

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                For the money you will get a very good coffee machine! I suggest getting a grinder as well, there you will see a tremendous difference in your coffee. The steam wand makes very good frothy milk and the package is full of gifts!

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              • knasiotis
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                I really like this specific espresso machine. My only "complaints" are that it needs a better portafilter than the one provided, as it is somewhat light and the filter basket comes off (also, you can't see how good the extraction is). Additionally, the base under the cup holder is slippery. I would appreciate it if it had some non-slip material so that the cup/glass doesn't slide.

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              • NoiSy MaN
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                The cheapest espresso machine that truly deserves its money. Also clearly more value for money than the plus at the prices they are sold.

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                The whole thing shakes, you can't place the glass. Cold coffee even with a hot handle

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              • The best

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              • Better coffee than from a café with Hausbrandt Gourmet

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                Works without problems
                Good quality coffee (star bucks)

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              • best money ever spent!

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                excellent choice for a rich coffee

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              • Excellent espresso machine and, in my opinion, one of the best choices in its category. It heats up in just a few seconds, is very easy to use, and consistently produces high-quality espresso with rich crema.

                The steam is particularly powerful for its category, allowing for the preparation of very good milk froth for cappuccino and latte. The build quality is high and the machine gives the impression of a much more expensive model.

                With a proper grinder and fresh coffee, the results can compete with those of many coffee shops. After quite some time of use, I have not encountered any problems and would buy it again without a second thought. Excellent value for money.

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              • Very good machine, especially if you drink cappuccino because the steam wand is powerful, something that was missing from my Dedica, but I also saw an upgrade in my coffee. Also, it is ready immediately and when I make coffee I don't have to wait to make the milk froth, it is ready instantly

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              • Very good machine. It has nothing to envy from the neighborhood cafes. It is definitely worth its money. The next step is the grinder from the same brand again.

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              • My first freddo coffee turned out much better than the coffees at the top shops I visit. With market coffee Dimello Colombia single origin 100% arabica. I can't imagine what kind of coffee it will make with a precision filter and ground coffee—I'm eagerly waiting for the grinder. It heats up very quickly, in seconds you have coffee. At first, you just need to follow the basic instructions patiently, but I loved this machine, I hope it doesn't let me down in the future. Experiment a bit at first with the amount, at 18g - ~19g for freddo (60ml - 70ml water) and 9g for a single espresso (30ml - 35ml). At this price, after a lot of research, there is nothing better. For something more expensive I would go for Lelit, but from what I read you need to have a lot of patience and experiment quite a bit, so I didn't even consider it

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              • The only thing I did was adjust the amount of water for the double shot because it was giving me 40ml of coffee. I set it to give 70ml (there is an online guide on how to change the water amount) and the freddo espresso I make is amazing. I use illy classic ground coffee from the market. Imagine if I get coffee beans!

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