DeLonghi EC5 Steam-Driven 4-Cup Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, Black
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of DeLonghi EC5 Steam-Driven 4-Cup Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, Black
Customer Review: Great for brewing espresso, but that's it.
Summary: 2 Stars
The consensus here is correct. This machine is perfectly fine if you just want a cup or two of espresso, but don't get your hopes up about making great, frothy lattes and cappuccinos. I start my mornings off with a cup of espresso to get me going and the machine works fine, but on the weekends I occasionally like to enjoy a latte with my morning paper. I've tried about a dozen times to steam and froth milk with this machine and all I get is a few bubbles. The milk has barely a thin layer of froth and is still ice cold. Now I nuke the milk in the microwave and use a frother. I guess you get what you pay for. I recommend going with a higher-end product if you want the whole package.Customer Review: Must brew espresso and steam milk at same time - boo!
Summary: 1 Stars
I was by no means looking for a high end espresso machine, just a functioning machine. This one is not. The espresso maker functions like a coffee maker (will brew until all water is gone). If you want to use the steam wand, you must add a certain amount of water (per directions) and steam at the same time you brew the coffee. Therefore, when the water runs out, you're done. You cannot steam milk unless the coffee is brewing. This design is completely ridiculous. I can't believe that there are so many positive reviews!! Prior to purchasing this machine, I had a Mr. Coffee low end espresso machine and it worked way better. I returned this one and purchased another Mr. Coffee.Customer Review: Makes Good Coffee But Has Design Flaws
Summary: 3 Stars
I bought this for my mother her Krups stopped working after 7 years of daily use. I read bad reviews for the new Krups so I decided on this one. I didn't pay attention to the criticisms of the steam frothing valve because she doesn't use it. But what has become a problem is that it gets in the way and it makes it difficult to get the carafe in and out. The top of the carafe has to be exactly right because of the way it's designed and she's had a few spills because of it. The coffee comes out OK- just like in the Krups, now I'm sorry that I didn't get that one- at least we're familiar with the design. The price for this one, however, was better.Customer Review: OOOOHHHH YYYEEESSSSHHHHH!
Summary: 5 Stars
OOOOHHH yyyeesssh, our old espresso maker broke and we were without... we went on a hunt and after 4 finds that didn't cut it we finally found it. This wonderful inexpensive beautiful machine has done it. From the first cup we knew that we had a winner. Rich and strong, smooth not bitter, so ends our search and the saga of the "Days without Good Coffee" PS: Sadly I'll miss the people at the shop, but we can always visit for different reasons...can't we???DeLonghi EC5 Steam-Driven 4-Cup Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, BlackCustomer Review: Not as bad as you think
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this product about 3 years ago, I couldn't figure out how to use it so I gave up. Recently we got a new person in the office who wanted to use it so I said more power to you. She showed me how to get it going and with tips from my sister who used to work at a specialty coffee place, I feel professional. I make a great carmel macchiatta every morning. I think there may be a worn washer or something because I have to steam milk while the espresso is running (not what it's supposed to do) but I found a great rhythm and now I get very hot milk with an excellent thick foam. I keep my $4 in my pocket.