Breville Die Cast 800ESXL 11 Cup

Pros: Robust, heavy duty diecast brushed metal finish easily cleaned

Cons: None really to speak of

The Bottom Line: Beautifully designed machine, excellent material and build quality. Will look great in any kitchen and function for many years

Review: I recently decided to retire my Proteo Barista espresso machine purchased from Starbucks ten years ago. I was thinking of replacing it with the same machine but wanted to see what was out on the market comparable in features and price. The old ...

Pros: Built like a tank, Pro steam wand, looks great, performance and value.

Cons: Frother attachment needs to be cleaned a lot other than that none.

The Bottom Line: With attention to detail this high, how could this be considered inferior to anything in it's price range??? Machine speaks for it's self.

Review: All espresso machines should be built this well and with this level of attention to detail. I know other "legendary" espresso machine companies really perform on the inside, but sometimes lack form and function on the outside. Not that the Breville ...

Pros: Excellent espresso, deep color with excellent CREMA using fresh grind or pods delivered hot.

Cons: Can't order, give it money, and have it deliver a disposable cup beverage.

The Bottom Line: This machine is the closest I have found to be like Starbuck's without spending over $400. Great look, straight forward use, beautiful end product.

Review: As I said in the title, my goal was to come as close to a Starbuck's coffee as possible, and I think this is the best home machine to do the job under $400. I wanted to use the machine for 1 month before writing this review; to give it a fair shake and ...

Pros: Easy to use, great froth

Cons: none

The Bottom Line: A definite buy if you are looking for a great espresso machine!

Review: This is a great espresso machine! Why pay $4.00 or $5.00 for a cappucino when you make it just as good or better if you ask me at home with this machine? This makes a hot shot of espresso in about 3 minutes- start to finish. One of the best features ...

Pros: Great looking machine, quality expresso, heavy duty (real metal) machine.

Cons: I wish it had better water controls defining the amount of expresso shots.

The Bottom Line: It is a great machine for the price.

Review: Ok, I paid $100 bucks for my delonghi two years ago last month, before it died. Even in its brand new state, I hated the thing; but as a busy father of two kids and a cat, time just flew by and that thing just ended up on the counter. Anyway, after ...

Pros: Beautiful, excellent espresso/crema, has easily paid for itself.

Cons: can clog--but won't when the grind is right and you keep it clean.

The Bottom Line: I recommend this machine highly--it makes great espresso and looks great at the same time, a combo you don't often find.

Review: We purchased this machine last year after reading reviews here, and as I was not very experienced in making espresso at the time of purchase I wanted to wait till I could write an educated review. So here's my experience. The short of it, I love this ...

Pros: easy to use, quality coffee, great features for a manual machine

Cons: None to speak of

The Bottom Line: I am very happy at this time with the decision to purchase this product. If you search online you can find good pricing, I got mine for $299.

Review: I just purchased this machine and fell in love immediately. It makes great coffee and is simple and convenient to operate. I had been researching machines for several months and the cost of a good machine can be staggering. However the one thing that ...

Pros: Gorgeous, simple to use. Foolproof pulls with great crema. Built like a tank.

Cons: Steamer is less powerful than a tiny Krups we have, but may just need descaling.

The Bottom Line: This is probably the best machine ever made for folks who don't want to deal with a fussy machine. Always a consistently decent cup. Coffee snobs might want to pass.

Review: I found a lightly used 800ESXL on Craigslist, and visited the owner (Seattle, don't you know). I fell in love with the elegant design and all the solid metal surfaces. It looks great on the counter, and it makes consistently good espresso, so why am I ...

Pros: Great cup of coffee (any style)

Cons: A little costly, but worth every cent.

Review: This machine looks sexy and the coffee makes for a "party in your mouth". Yes, it is not cheap. But spend peanuts and you will get monkeys in this space. The machine works well with ground coffee and pods. I have found no fault with it. Beautifully ...

Pros: Consistent, fast, beautiful machine

Cons: A little loud, but thats normal

Review: Being a Mocha addict, this was the perfect machine for me. I am able to make my own coffee at home and it tastes better. The machine is consistent, and that's what you want in a machine like this to keep you making coffee. I used to have a Starbucks ...