Ninja Luxe Cafe Espresso Machine - FULL Review and Test

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Originally, I thought manual milk steaming was not possible, but I was wrong. So, I edited that part out of this video for clarity, and covered manual frothing in the "Advanced mode' video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ6VkJmIZ9Fnaqs Check availability and pricing at Ninja direct: ninjakitchen.pxf.io/LuxeCafe (Ninja affiliate link) Thanks to @horseshoe_nc for pointing it out!

[@gbriank1]

New spectacles! And on vacation!

[@marcoz7165]

Pin his comment for the credit he deserves

[@gbriank1]

So if you had to buy an espresso machine, would you buy the Ninja or the Sage/Breville Barista Pro?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@gbriank1 Honestly, I think I'd take this one. Longevity needs yet to be proven, but I am very much liking the smart features, and it's a lot cheaper.

[@jennifermarenyi917]

Do you know of a way to change the beans? I do espresso beans but my husband likes decaf beans. I’m not finding any videos to demonstrate how to do it

[@horseshoe_nc]

Owner's manual has instructions for manual milk steaming. Basically you leave the steam wand out and hold the froth button for 3 seconds to start. See page 16 of the owner's manual. You can also adjust the espresso ratio. (And some other settings.) See page 25 of the owner's manual. Default espresso ratio is 2.5:1 but can be changed to, 2:1 or 3:1. This is my first espresso machine and I'm really impressed with it. I haven't tried the cold brew coffee or cold pressed espresso yet. But I'm getting fantastic lattes from it.

[@VoicelessScream]

Indeed, this pretty much negates the negatives from this review :)

[@horseshoe_nc]

@@gosman949 USA, Amazon. $499 (USD).

[@traceahlers455]

Thanks for this. I hadn't been thorough enough with the manual.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You're right! I read the other two guides, but somehow I missed the Owner's Guide. 🙈 Thanks for pointing that out!

[@horseshoe_nc]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner it's possible the owner's manual didn't get put in the box with your machine.

[@nickcrandall3168]

Thank you finally someone with the review I’ve been waiting for 2 weeks

[@clash8181]

There are plenty of videos on KZbin alone...

[@markburns84]

No there's no quality reviews, minus 1 min influencer bullshit. ​@@clash8181

[@photosbynickel]

​@clash8181 really? Not in the US. This is the first true review I've seen

[@ForbiddenPizza]

@@photosbynickel the machine is only available in the USA you doofus

[@joelcleare]

This Ninja truly is a game changer. Talk about a beginner friendly espresso machine ! And for $500 is a machine I can recommend to anyone looking to get into espresso.

[@catacocamping874]

For 200 more you can get a real expresso machine by breville

[@carlotta120489]

@@catacocamping874What makes this not real espresso????

[@HomesteadAce]

@@carlotta120489its an appliance, not a machine. The key difference is in repairability and serviceability. Appliances are intended to act like disposable items with a limited lifespan; machines are built to be working for a lifetime. Farmers in the US were having this exact fight with the manufacturer of their machines; greedy cooperations tried to add software limitations and force repair through them. And farmers didn't like that.

[@s96822]

@@catacocamping874 you are joking right?? basically you get another appliance grade coffee machine for 200 more.

[@catacocamping874]

@@carlotta120489 maybe because you can set temps a bars maybe

[@shuritiger910]

I just bought this machine 4 days ago and I am impressed with the quality of the espresso and the features. The price point is phenomenal at $500

[@ThatIndyFan]

Was this your first espresso machine? Wondering how it stacks up to Breville. I do know Ninja makes great products.

[@_w_w_]

My buddy bought one (against my suggestion) and less than 2 weeks later, the weighing system is throwing errors. I hope you got extended warranty for this... or this is destined for the garbage sooner than you'd think.

[@crystalgentry9133]

Hi, just wanna say I just came across your video. I’m totally blind and I want to say thank you so so so much number one for reviewing this product I’ve been really wanting to know about it but most importantly, thank you for describing what things look like that really helps me out so thank you and I really really hope to hear from you. I hope you have an amazing day and thanks again

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks so much, and I am glad the video could help!

[@1101naomi]

Gosh. Ive been burning with envy and waiting patiently for someone to review this machine!!😂

[@joelcleare]

I wish this was my first espresso machine. Would have solved several headaches.

[@Albanianguy9]

The versatility and use of this machine is insane. Coffee and espresso in one! Amazing

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Heck yeah! It's been really fun to use for me.

[@michaeltriglehmann55]

My wife discovered this machine a few weeks ago and since then we have been obsessing over it. However it was your videos about it that made us decide to pull the trigger on getting one, We are currently figuring out a payment plan to use in order to get one and we pretty much want to make it a Christmas gift to our household this year. Thank you for explaining everything in such clear and understandable detail! Can't wait to get ours! #Luxe

[@dustinwhite6359]

I got this machine a week ago and have loved it. It's just super easy to use and it does a great job on espresso and regular coffee. I think your review is spot on.

[@TheNightstalker80]

#Luxe OK, after about 10-15 years of passion for espresso and everything related to it, from roasting to restoring old espresso machines, I have to admit that this thing has some potential. I've seen so many attempts to combine the simplicity of a fully automatic coffee machine with the quality of a manual grinder and machine setup, but most have failed in one way or another. There are 3 key elements that make the difference between a fully automatic and a manual machine. 1. Consistent grinding and dosing, which most fully automatic machines simply cannot do. Some machines are better at setting the values than others, but in the end it's always a blindfolded guessing game because you can't see inside and there's no scale to tell you. 2. proper leveling and compacting to avoid channeling, which automatic machines simply can't do. Combined with inconsistent grinding and dosing, this leads to poor extraction, you can compensate by using specific blends, but it obviously limits the variety of flavors. And the third and only point that some fully automatic coffee machines get right is the temperature. However, these fully automatic machines are not really good compared to a manual machine, but many people wouldn't be able to make a decent espresso with a manual espresso machine because they don't know how it works and not everyone is willing to become a barista just to make a decent coffee for breakfast. That's why I think a decent fully automatic coffee machine is still a good option if you use high quality coffee from a trusted roaster. Like I said, I've never seen a manufacturer address these exact issues to help people get a decent espresso with maximum control and options. There are only two things about the Ninja that I don't really like. First, it's a thermoblock design, BUT I know full well that it HAS to be that way to work for the people it's marketed to, those people don't want to wait 30-60 minutes for the machine to heat up, and that's fine if that's how this machine can achieve a consistent brewing temperature. The second thing is that the grinder and the scale are basically fully integrated. Again, it needs to be that way to work for the target audience, but they should have at least made it so that you can easily replace/repair it without taking everything apart... what if you need to replace the grinding cones or the scale stops working?

[@CoffeeGeek]

Hi Tom. I see you already corrected the info re manually steaming. To further clarify, manual steaming only works when you set the steam style to "no foam", then extend the wand out from the body. Press and hold the steam button for 3 seconds and it will start. The reason is, the macine has a built in air pump that is used for low and high foam levels, pushing air through the wand as well as steam. Another point on ratios. The machine can be set to a 2:1 ratio, default 2.5:1 (so 18g in, 45g out), and 4:1 ratio in the advanced menu. That's in the manual too, though there was some early confusion because Ninja had a preproduction manual out and online that showed those settings via the front panel button above descale. That button now changes the brew temperature on the final production model, and you have to dive into advanced settings, find .h06, and set your ratio there for espresso output.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for that informative comment! I did end up finding these settings, and they really negate any cons that I mentioned. It's a sweet machine, and I think I will do a follow up video to showcase what I missed. I also turned the annoying beeps off, lol. Cheers!

[@clintpletcher8202]

Thanks for the updated information about the advanced settings. One month in and I really love this machine, now I’ll move on to fine tuning the settings thanks to your suggestions.

[@jerrydiecidue4140]

Thanks for reviewing this one Tom. I was hoping for your take on it and your review and as always, did not disappoint.

[@CechMtl-gm9yq]

Wow, this is a gamechanger for those on the fence between a semi and a superauto. Thanks for the review Tom!

[@JoeyTen]

As an espresso nerd, I'm impressed! If I didn't already have a really nice machine and grinder, I would have considered getting one of these. Also, interesting approach to cold brew. Maybe I can try to imitate that process on my Decent!

[@Omega34685]

Just watched this review for the 2nd time and for me I think I prefer this to your newest Breville review- thanks!

[@jeffandersen6233]

A very nice hands on review. Lots to like for a coffee/espresso drinkers early morning ritual. And a grinder and scale and suto frothing included. I can envision many people buying this.

[@haha7836hahah]

This just knocks breville machines out of the park. I have been searching for the best machine. This seems like it. Should i go for it?

[@ChrisDavis333]

Ninja is actually a great company, they always find a way to impress, at an affordable price and in my experience their products are reliable and last, even with little to no maintenance and every day use. Whoever is in charge over there does such a great job bringing new things to market at an incredible price point for the the performance. I’d be willing to bet this machine can outperform a lot of the breville products and they’ve been making them for what seems like forever.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@ChrisDavis333 I’m starting to think you’re right. Maybe I should try their slushy machine or ice cream machine, too. 😉 I’m really pleasantly surprised how well this machine has been working for me. Love the grind by weight, and now that I know how to do manual milk steaming, I’m a super happy camper!

[@YukonHawk1]

I agree.

[@chriskvikstad4980]

They indeed are a great company. I've been using their blender for almost 10 years on a daily basis and it is the most robust blender I've ever owned. I burned out 3 Osterizer blenders over the previous 10 year period making daily protein shake drinks. They just couldn't handle the frozen fruits and ice. The Ninja blends it no problem. I also have their Coffee Bar drip coffee system. It's fantastic. Between the Ninja Coffee Bar and my Gaggia Classic Pro with the Eureka Mignon Specialita, I have most of the bases covered for coffee drinks.

[@InimitaPaul]

I received mine in the UK today and it has a hot water dispenser button and an Americano setting along with another feature I noticed while setting it up but it escapes me as a write this. Either they’ve updated it for the UK market already or 120v in the US would just take too long to heat the water so they left it out for you guys. Either way I’m stoked I have it! Edit: Just remembered, ours comes with a single shot basket along with the double and quad, fantastic for when I don’t want a huge hit of caffeine. I’m absolutely loving this machine!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Awesome to hear! Can I ask where you ordered it from?

[@futuresbright8023]

I would have loved to have a hot water dispenser included for an Americano.

[@Salahdin_216]

I'm still in love with my 25 yo gaggia, nothing compares to the old craft

[@maxmeier532]

true, nothing is as terrible.

[@reneerankins997]

Just received mine today!!! I’m so excited. Thanks for the review!!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@PixelProRanger-cv5ii]

Our Ninja Luxe arrived yesterday after a long wait (out of stock very quick)! This review is super helpful while waiting for the arrival. Thanks, Tom! We absolutely LOVE it. Our first hand review: So much easier to use with decent quality. Surprisingly, it is quieter for grind and forth! The quality grind and expresso adjustment really brought out the bean's essence. So, time to upgrade our beans!!! The physical dials are solid, which reminds me of playing a digital audio workstation! (You have to feel it yourself, sorry!) For the forth, it can't get easier than this to produce silky texture using whole milk. Before this, we are debating between Breville Touch Impress and Breville Oracle Jet, this come in with 1/3 and 1/4 of the price, and way below our budget $1000. And it somehow do a better job in terms of the overall value. The "look" definitely left a few to desire, especially with the back/side of the machine using lots of black plastic. It is an eye sore at the beginning, but the front design quickly pop out to compensate that. Overall, it makes me want to drink more coffee! Not sure if it is good or bad. lol

[@carlas747]

I’ve been waiting for someone to review this machine! Thank you!

[@juanvco]

Great review. It hit all the boxes for me and its more practical than my current basic manual set up, the espresso shot looks even creamier than what my machine can do. I’m getting one!

[@ThatIndyFan]

Just curious what’s your current machine?

[@dragonbane6078]

The default ratio is 2.5 to 1 but you can change that to either 4 to 1 or 2 to 1 by adjusting the brew strength.

[@thegreatskywalker]

I was waiting for a review on this. Thank you 😊

[@carlotta120489]

I absolutely love mine. It’s so easy to use and produces excellent espresso and coffee.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Right on!

[@joshuaanaya1987]

Thanks for the informative video

[@venom5809]

I have been considering buying one of these. My neighbor just got one and I have to check it out the next time I go over there. It seems very well thought out and well made.

[@albertoc.3792]

Please let us know your initial impression, pros and cons. Thanks.

[@rafaelmarchipucci1370]

Waiting a couple of days for this review, you rock!!! (as usual). Regards from Montreal, CA

[@raytokumoto2200]

Thank you, after your demonstration I would definitely buy one

[@norbertschubert9419]

Thank you for this good review of this machine waiting now until it will come to England

[@denysmur6592]

Perfect for my needs. Good review

[@korbensc7218]

Great overview! Thanks

[@CarlosDaMora]

At the same price. Would you go with this one or the breville barista pro? (I found it on sale in 500 too). I don't care about the brew or ice coffee, just the espresso and the steamed milk

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

That's a tough one. I like this one better for espresso, since it weighs for you, and heats the portafilter. But the Barista Pro has the much better steam wand.

[@gailoakley4010]

Great review! How do you think this is compared to Breville? Which one would you recommend more?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I will have to test it longer to make a judgement on that...

[@gailoakley4010]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you for your quick reply. I can’t wait for your review between the two.

[@remy53t25]

Great review, can’t wait to get my hands on this machine

[@DesCgamemeister]

Best hands-on review I’ve seen for this machine. Insightful and informative as usual. Just need to know when its coming to the UK. #luxe

[@takenoshortcuts]

Love it. Looks amazing, including being a relative bargain. Hope it can work for years! Thanks for sharing

A good competitor for Sage and Delonghi. Great review as usual, Tom! #Luxe

[@SimonAZ]

Nice review. Packed with smart features which makes it easy to use for people who want to be barista without the learning curve. Design is not beautiful and not ugly either in my opinion. I don't know the brand very well so would like to know how the service is organized e.g. when you need spare parts.

[@Storykiasi]

Thanks for the review, really detailed. Really moving towards getting this machine. The only thing that makes me nervous is Ninja almost always launches a new improved model of their appliances after 6 months to a year, hopefully that is'nt the case here 😅

[@jamespaterson9668]

Great review as usual. Will put this on my Xmas wish list.

[@newbiqt]

Yay!!! Glad you're doing an in-depth review

[@bonarges1]

What about the quality of the mechanism? How long is this machine expected to last and how often does it required to descale ? Also, can distilled filter water be used?

[@crystalbeneteau2928]

Great video, thanks alot

[@diego_ramirez6027]

Nice video for beginners

[@ashwanibhola3766]

Thanks for the review! Seems like a nice machine. How easy is it to fill the water tank if the unit is pushed back against a countertop with cabinets overhead?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You can just lift the water tank up and out. Maybe an inch of clearance or so upwards is required.

[@YukonHawk1]

Awesome review and machine. Excellent price point as well 🎉🎉

[@jeffreywahl4238]

Tom, nice review. Comprehensive. Thanks! You said that the regular 10 oz coffee was "hot" (165 degrees F). What temperature setting did you have the machine set for? Could it be hotter (burn your lips hot)??? Thanks again. Jeff

[@se7002t]

I think it’s a really cool machine - I’d consider it over a Sage Barista Pro. I wouldn’t, however, swap it for my Bambino Plus and Baratza ESP combo. Gotta appreciate the option to upgrade your grinder should you wish.

[@peterdemore7239]

Lots of good info, thank you!

[@SuperMarijus]

this might just be the machine to same me from that cursed nespresso , looks pretty much just as easy to use

[@bigleemac]

Looking for something other than my Mocca Master to use at home, this is definitely top of my list, have a few Ninja products and they all impress with their functionality and of course, price point. Great stuff Tom, thank you, subbed.

[@ferdimrgoodguy]

Dude, thanks for this awesome Video.

[@stilosdtv]

How does this compare to the Breville Barista Touch? I like that this has cold brew and drip coffee, also a taller cup for coffee on the go. Are these two machines levels apart? I'm buying a gift for a coffee lover

[@gavinleverenz]

First and foremost #luxe . Secondly, this was a phenomenal review and I am extremely satisfied with all of the detail that you went through! Thank you for the great review!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@gavinleverenz thank you for your kind words!

[@FaithAndCoffeeBean]

Great video Tom!!

[@cantreadlol6590]

If you were to choose between this one and the Breville Barista express impress, which one would be your choice and why? Thank you for a great video by the way!

[@jdsosa879]

I just got mine today , I think I’m going to overdose on coffee today….Im loving it and u can’t wait to have family and friends over to impress. I was considering the Breville Barista touch because my friend has it but, other than the price I like this one the most

[@pvvelll]

I’ve actually sold my 3 year-old Barista touch to get this one. No regrets.

[@yabs9642]

great review, def buying this since it lets me dial in shots without effort :') also, for that pitcher id honestly just take some pliers and pinch its beak sharp for latte art.

[@joshuaRbrooks]

#LUXE !!! thanks for the review.. at this price $499 i find it to be a steal... lets see how the grinder and scale hold up over time. I also like the breville barista pro now with the updated burr set from ESP.

[@nickharman4584]

I want one! Can't wait for these to arrive in the UK

[@AlexPerez-xz8si]

Thanks for making this review. Now I'm thinking about buying this machine. #Luxe

[@kitcraft9516]

This one isn't really on my radar, but I can see how it would be appealing to many. Regardless, I always enjoy the content. Thank you for continuing to provide us with your input!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for your feedback! This keeps selling out on their website and on Amazon, so I do think quite a few people are interested in the machine. I'm quite enjoying it. Cheers!

[@israelverchik7717]

you can manually steam with this machine, using your own milk pitcher (and I’ve tried this, and it works extremely well and is very fast). Just set the machine to ‘no foam’ mode, extend the wand, and start manually foaming and stretching your milk.

[@brooklyngreenidge3118]

Ok you review has led me to purchased

[@brent_in_aussie]

I love ninja and hope this comes to Australia as my old bean to cup is dying .. great video review … just hope it’s reliable

[@alexsaptetrei]

Time will tell how long this machine will last. Thank you for the review

[@jsand5389]

#luxe Great review. VERY interesting machine. I'm intrigued. Looks really pretty. The fact that it can make espresso, coffee, and cold brew coffee is a game-changer. I love that is has a built-in dosing scale. Built-in accessory holders. Seriously, what's not to like. I have a Nespresso Esennza Mini and absolutely love the convenience, but REALLY want an authentic basic model budget espresso machine. ( have my eye on the Casabrews 5418). I love the Bambino Plus but that's not in my budget. But if it were, I would have serious problems trying to decide between that and this. Thank you for the review.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@jsand5389 I’d take the Ninja over the other models you listed.

[@michelm9480]

Should you prefer that over a Delonghi Magnifica Evo, or you consider that these are two different types of products ? I ask that because i'm considering buying o fully automatic coffee machine but I read a lot of reliability issue regarding the Delonghi and this one seems quite easy to use. Also I quite like your videos, continue doing them !

[@mrwcmpsol]

As an owner of a bean to cup Gaggia Cadorna Prestige, I've put it up for sale after getting my Ninja. Although the drink selection and automation are excellent in the Cadorna, I've found the brew group does not excel at anything and makes average espresso even after working to tune the settings. The Ninja blows it away.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I'd choose this Ninja over the Magnifica, although I really like the coffee cremas from the Ninja.

[@PastorJury]

At the price, it is very much in competition with machines like the Gaggia evo pro. Thank you for reviewing this machine as I was curious about it.

[@surfacepro5519]

I'm a bit of a skeptic when it come to these lower priced all in one do it all machines (jack of all trades, master of none). I question their longevity, quality, and output performance, but of course, unless you own one for a few years it's hard to say. However, I can say that my Gaggia is going strong after all these years and has a proven track record of longevity.

[@nimexwolf]

As a fellow Gaggia classic owner, I will definitely not be switching to this. However, I'm still excited to see more competition enter the espresso market!

[@maxa6430]

#Luxe - Great video - There are so many varieties of machines, and you do a great job reviewing them. Thanks!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks so much!

[@CorkandCurated]

Thanks for this review! Can you use pre ground coffee with this machine or only the whole bean?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Pre-ground is not recommended. Cheers!

[@JamesParker-m5g]

What's the coffee bean hopper capacity? Does the hopper seal air tight?

[@Mamapicky]

Super informative video! Cant wait to use mine

[@AVDVideos]

Just got the Breville Express a little over a month ago for $500 new. Super happy with it, but I wonder how these two would stack up against each other. I really like the tamper, and regular brew functions on this machine. Biggest thing would be which grinder is better. Would love to see a comparison.

[@philipraimondo]

Thanks for the video - what about type bean types? Is it easy to swap them? Or could you just grind your decaf and manually add to the basket?

[@AVKingJamesBible]

Ordered mine the other day. Very much looking forward to using it.

[@gosman949]

where did you buy?

[@AVKingJamesBible]

@@gosman949 Amazon.

[@cheekster777]

#Luxe Found my way onto your channel for this review after a heads up from the legendary Lance Hedrick. 🤩

[@1101naomi]

I’m sure you’ve used the Breville machines. Which would you choose? And why?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Let me get back to you on that, after I've used this longer, with manual steaming.

[@as33edsnwnw]

Is the boiling tank plastic or stainless steel

[@B1th0R]

#LUXE thanks for the review been waiting to see what you say on this. Now I need to decide this machine or something else

[@kjlaray]

Thanks for your review. How does the brewed coffee mode taste compared to the pour over and french press method?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

It tastes like brewed coffee to me. Pour over is better imho.

[@StefanSigl]

Sorry if I missed that but is it a thermoblock machine? Any news about availability in Europe?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I think it's a boiler machine by how it sounds, but I have not looked inside yet.

[@TheRottwire]

#luxe You did an excellent job presenting and explaining this machine. I will be purchasing one, soon.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@TheRottwire Thanks for your feedback!

[@OverTinkerer]

Great Video Tom! Well done! :)

[@Hazehill]

Thanks for the review. Looking forward to this coming to the UK. I have read that you can adjust the espresso ratio.

[@ipodgooroo]

Have Ninja said when this is coming to the UK? I can't find any info on their site!

[@Hazehill]

@@ipodgooroo No I sent them an email and tweeted them too. Both said it's planned to be released here but neither would give even a rough date.

[@ipodgooroo]

@@Hazehill ah that's a shame...! Hopefully it is out by Christmas 🤞

[@Hazehill]

@@ipodgooroo Yeah definitely fingers crossed!

[@backh2o]

We just got ours this weekend and absolutely love it! What coffee beans do you recommend, we dont get a good crema with the ones we are using🤔

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Do you have a local roaster? Fresh beans are the key to crema. Supermarket beans are often months old already.

[@Hellrider.22]

Awesome review, I've been thinking to replace my current coffee machine, is a All in one DeLonghi to make espresso and coffee since my wifes loves black coffee. Im more a cappucino guy and I think this machine will help us to stay in one machine and not to buy separate ones. However I have a question. I bought a breville coffee grinder last year so I was wondering if could still use it to grind my own coffee without using the one from the Ninja. So at least we could have 2 types of coffee brand 😅.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@Hellrider.22 Yes, you can! Have fun!

[@krehbein]

Yep, the breville grinder can hold your espresso beans and this machine the regular coffee beans. Everyone’s happy 😊

[@petercedilnik3254]

I was waiting for this

[@YoloSwegs]

I have one, and it’s been great

[@ritwikjs]

man if they can make just a standalone espresso machine for like 200-250 ( with a steam wand) i'd buy it SO quickly

[@svenjabesch2266]

I do believe that you can froth manually. I read about that feature in a different review. If I remember right, it tells you how to do it in the big manual. However you have to use a different milk jug

[@ccbath6262]

@TomsCoffeeCorner. Thanks for the review, I found this machine in the UK today and really like the look of it. I think I'll end up dumping my De'Longhi and buying this.

[@akquicksilver]

You need to discharge some steam from the wand after steaming to prevent sucking milk back into the wand where is will sour.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

It purges automatically, actually. Cheers!

[@s96822]

also impressive is the apparent magnetic stirring system, something we used to see in expensive chemistry lab devices. perhaps can use the magnetic stirring capsule in the other pitcher? heavy is good so it wont dance on the table locking the pf. whats inside? thermoblock?