Flex 3-in-1 Compact Espresso Coffee Machine
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Web ID: 16479008Don't recomend
When I inserted Filter holder with the tightly closed Espresso capsule inside basket into the spot on the left, I couldn't even turn it to the center to fix and start brewing. I tried several times. Besides that, in the manual, the part numbers on the picture are completely different than the part numbers on the description of that part. I didn't try machine with the real ground coffee because didn't have it at that time.
Recommended!
This machine is very easy to use. There are two wands. The first wand is for espresso pods. The second wand can be used with the included removable single shot cup, or a double shot cup for brewing ground espresso beans. It is also capable of brewing from espresso sachets (which I have not tried yet). The transparent water tank located on the back of machine is easy to fill, easy to see the water level, and easy to remove and clean. Once the machine is turned on, it only takes about 30 seconds to warm up before being ready to use. The usage buttons on the top of the machine will flash and then remain steady once ready to use. The milk frothing wand works well and produces a warm thick rich foam. As a one to one comparison: I bought my favorite espresso beans from a cafe where I usually order the same brewed espresso. They ground it for me according to the consistency required for my at-home machine. When I brewed it at home, the result was very similar but not quite the same. Although good and with a nice creamy consistency, it was not quite as robust or delicate/nuanced in flavor as the flavor profile produced by the cafe’s machine. But those professional machines cost thousands of dollars and are fine-tuned to extract the best elements out of every brew. So the flatness of my home brew in comparison was as to be expected. However, this is an excellent, user friendly machine for home use. I use it regularly without any hiccups. The design is compact, slender, and has a retro streamlined aesthetic which I like. For the price and ease of use: Recommended!
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Great coffee
Initially, I had a terrible time figuring out how to brew my coffee. It would only do 1 oz at a time. Finally, I tracked down the customer service number (1-201-439-1700) and he was great. Turns out you can program your machine to brew different setting. He patiently (I’m 77 so none of this stuff comes naturally). He walked me through it and waited to make sure my 6 oz was perfect.. I’m now very happy with the ease and quality of machine.
Nurses favorite espresso machine
Excellent easy espresso. I received this machine as a gift from a dear friend. I brought it to my place of work as it's filled with nurses who are addicted to coffee. We all love it especially the pod option. We're busy and don't always have time to pack down the beans but we can pop an espresso pod in and VOILA! Delicious espresso shots for exceptionally picky coffee drinking nurses with no time to dilly dally with a complex espresso machine. We all highly recommend this machine. Esme R
The Perfect Gift
I can’t get enough of this machine, well valued and performs perfectly every time. In my house hold, this machine is the topic of conversation amongst friends. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for yourself or friends, look no further.
very disappointed
Aparently mine is defective or something, because it doesn't work as expected. It takes a lot time, over one min to heat and be able to brew the coffee and when it does it 2 cup selection only pours less than 1 oz of coffee. I don't recommend this product.
Compact Stylish Powerful machine
We love this 3-in-one espresso machine. Very efficient and style is elegant. Perfect for our little coffee bar.
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Customer review from bloomingdales.com
Very nice for the price
My mom got this a few weeks ago and she really enjoys it. The frother is excellent!
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