KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine Review | The Quietest Espresso Maker Ever?

[@dperreno]

Really nice overview of this machine - thanks! And to all the U.S. (and worldwide) viewers out there, she is in Canada so the price on this machine is $699 USD or $999 CAD.

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Thank you for sharing that information!

[@gailoakley4010]

Thank you for this review. I wish you had a store in New Jersey,USA.

[@ropro9817]

Yeah, but what does _James Hoffmann_ think of this machine? 😏

[@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101]

@ropro9817 I'd kill to see him review it!! Just watching him right now review everything but the machines I DON'T want...

[@ecscoffeeinc]

@@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101 would be good to see his thoughts.

[@bioboertuur]

@@ecscoffeeinc I was wondering the very same 🙂Easy swappable bean reservoir sounds like a dream and the price is not cheap, but not crazy either .

[@Lewapolis]

I got mine in stainless and I absolutely love it. If you’re on the fence, jump. It really is that good. Find it on sale and it’s unbeatable.

[@ecscoffeeinc]

It is a great machine, glad you are enjoying it!

[@orrinbelcher6593]

Very impressive espresso machine, nice looking, fun and informative video, nicely done.

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words.

[@lukewallace4141]

Very informative video and a great looking machine! Do you plan to do a head to head video with this machine and the Sage Barista Express/Pro in the near future?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Stay tuned ;)

[@paulloren66]

What about compare to Philips Barista Brew ?

[@lukewallace4141]

@@paulloren66 There's a solid comparison video between Philips and Sage/Breville (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qne5ooqXorBraqssi=6ndJTmyDgsSArEvt). In short, Sage remains the benchmark for Kitchenaid to beat....

[@Yeremie18]

Man I wish this video was out already, with Black Friday Sales, i'm leaning toward this machine right now (never thought I would have even thought of Kitchen Aid for an espresso machine), but I still wonder how it does against big brands (Breville Barista Express, Delonghi La specialista Arte Evo).

[@ecscoffeeinc]

@@Yeremie18 It is solid vs them. Breville has years of sales behind it and some great innovation. But the build on this is pretty stellar with a 58mm portafilter, quiet grinder and all metal construction. As for longevity....tough to say but Kitchen Aid has put a lot of thought into this.

[@Notturnoir]

Thank you, great review

[@ecscoffeeinc]

You are welcome. Thank you!

[@FunWithTheBugs]

Will you be reviewing the Kitchenaid Superautomatic?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Yes we have a video launching very soon

[@FunWithTheBugs]

@@ecscoffeeinc Great!

[@rvrfxmusic]

Could you use the grinder on its own just as a decent grinder for drip coffee as well?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Theoretically yes but we have not tried it. You would have to adjust the grind setting

[@BobJCYR]

You certainly make machine look very interesting. After viewing, I had a look at the online owner manual. It makes no mention of regular cleaning. I am talking of weekly back flush cleaning which all espresso machine makers recommend. Do you know how to make a back flush cleaning of this machine ?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

This machine does not require backflushing

[@paulloren66]

So no 3 way solenoid valve ? Just like Philips is also missing . Are you getting wet pucks ?

[@robesveldt]

What do you mean with tamper upgrade? Is there a funnel for the kitchenaid? What is the temperature of the coffee?

[@debrad5783]

Hi there. How much plastic does the water/espresso encounter during hot brew time?

[@PNCC-h9r]

Solely for quality of grinder, coffee extraction results and steam, would you recommend this machine or the Express Impress model? (Tamper feature aside)

[@jasongonzalez7409]

It beats my Mr Coffee Cafe Barista. It might be time for an upgrade!

[@Grande79]

Does it make regular coffee?

[@dougheiser8187]

You could make an americano - pull a shot then add hot water to it. This will get a similar output/flavour to a drip coffee

[@Grande79]

@@dougheiser8187thank you, I’m torn between going with two separate machines or getting one that does both.

[@dougheiser8187]

@@Grande79 the nice thing about combo units like this is the space saving - and looks cleaner on a counter space. Most ppl who go with an external grinder are big coffee afficianados that want 70 grind settings

[@Grande79]

@@dougheiser8187 for me sometimes I like to have a pot of coffee which the single machine can’t do. At least as far as I can tell there is no machine that will do a pot and also make espresso

[@fourteenfour1]

What glass did you use?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

We sell them on our website. ecscoffee.com/a/search/espresso-specialty-cups?filter_brand=One+Point+Twenty+One

[@jordi_devries]

Does it tell you when drip tray is full or water tank is empty? Because the old model did not.

[@dougheiser8187]

Yes it has a float that indicates when to empty it

[@jordi_devries]

@@dougheiser8187 but it does not stop and tell you like a full automatic?

[@dougheiser8187]

@@jordi_devriesno you will need to notice the float popping out, a fully automatic has sensors that will stop the machine to prevent overflow

[@shahrukhshafaat1396]

Thank you for the review. i am deciding between this and the Smeg Manual Espresso Coffee Machine (now that are around the same price). Which one do you think is better ?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Tough call. Smeg is made with La Pavoni parts but Kitchen Aid has done a great job in adding some phenomenal features. If you like the look of Smeg you cant go wrong.

[@randomshotsbyks]

Which best machine for homes please tell me

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Tough question. Depends on price and needs

[@randomshotsbyks]

@@ecscoffeeinc under1000 dollars

[@draco4618]

Does this machine grind by weight similar to the Ninja Luxe Cafe or is it on a grind timer?

[@dougheiser2852]

Timer

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Timer

[@masteran5969]

Is it a dual boiler?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Not a dual boiler!

[@jennajustine3212]

Should I get this or the breville barista express? (Same price) what are the main differences?

[@LarissaCribby]

I just got this one to replace my old barista express. They are both great, so I would go with the one you like the look of better or that you can find the best deal on

[@ktparmen]

Could you use the grinder to grind your beans for say a moka pot?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

In theory yes. Although we have not tried

[@Saga286]

I think you should have weighed the grounds to see the amount you were getting. You also didn't show the needle during the pull.

[@ecscoffeeinc]

We did have too much coffee in the porta filter, so good catch! Unfortunatley we had some footage corrupt when shooting this video. So we used one of the other takes where we ground too much coffee for the close up shot. However, the close up of the pour was from a properly portioned shot :)

[@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101]

I can't choose between this machine or the breville Barista express impress. Having reviewed both, which one do you prefer?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Hmm... It depends now on how much work you want to put into making your coffee! The Breville Barista Express Impress has smart dosing system as well as the Impress Puck system, so it will require less thinking and work in the morning

[@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101]

@@ecscoffeeinc Do they both make the same quality latte in your opinion? The end result is my main priority. Thank you.

[@dperreno]

@@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101 Based on the various reviews I've read, the Kitchenaid is super quiet - quietest machine out there, while the Breville is a little simpler to use (with the built-in dosing/tamper system). Both seem to be able to make great espresso.

[@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101]

@dperreno aaaargh. Can't decide. They both have sale on at the moment. Kitchenaid is $100 less than the Breville. And then there's the kitchenaid semi auto without a grinder for $500 LESS THAN THE QUIET GRINDER VERSION. Does anybody know if THAT little unit makes lattes just as good?

[@sivanm2130]

Just seeing the smooth grinds flow into the portafilter was impressive. At this price point? Wow. I would’ve like a bit more info on how is grinder adjustment for dialing in, and group head heating time. I’m guessing similar to other thermoblock like BBE

[@VithushaanThavarajah]

Great video! How does this compare to La Pavoni Domus Bar Espresso Machine #LPCDMB02US?

[@desmond906]

The pants change halfway though the video😅

[@ClarkBrinkley]

Looks like Kitchen Aid *may* have just dethroned Cuisinart’s Barista Express.

[@PD-nz5rk]

This or Breville Oracle Jet?

[@gosman949]

not apples to apples

[@fourteenfour1]

Oracle Jet can help assist you dial in your coffee but you pay a large premium for that work. Ninja's espresso machine competes with the Jet at less than half the price but may not be styled as many want it. The closest Breville might be the Express or even Express Impress

[@pman1357]

Sems like a paid advertisement

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Nope. But.we do make money sellers ng them like all of our machines.

[@Quirkiest]

Isn’t this just a bit of a knock off of the OG Breville Oracle/Barista?

[@ecscoffeeinc]

Different machine and price point to Oracle. Similar to Express with a few differences

[@gokhanj.yenigun7933]

Overselling it 😏

[@ecscoffeeinc]

its really impressive