Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso Machine

35 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 reviews of Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso Machine. The average rating for this product is 2.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the capacity and size are on the whole positive. The design and price are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso Machine is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 76/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by (goodhousekeeping.com)

Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso Maker

This model disappointed on almost every level. It was one of the highest-priced in our test, but delivered coffee low in our taste and temperature ratings and took a long time to froth milk. Of all the pump machines we tested, it was the only one that...

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Hamilton Beach 40729 Cappuccino Plus Espresso Maker Silver/Black

I'm glad I have one

fast and easy espresso maker, has great pressure and the steamer is easy to work. this is a great espresso maker for the money. I paid around $100 for it when they first came out. I am going to buy another one for the office at work

they strainer cup in the handle comes out after about 6 months of use, not a big problem but just be aware of it. it's just once more part to have to keep up with, it does not effect the performance of the machine

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Gets the job done but not eithout shortcomings

Makes consistent cups of espresso ; Having the tamper on the scoop rather than integrated into the machine allows easier control of tamping pressure ; Steamer/frother gets the job done, well ; The "cup warmer" is a neat idea. A little slower than using...

I have gone through two machines (one sent back for replacement) due to a leak at the spout between the water tank and the machine. This problem is commonly reported elsewhere on the internet. After the warranty ran out I ended up taking the machine...

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Good...while it lasted

INTRO:

easy and quick way to mix drinks

a little tough to clean at times; burnt out after only a few uses

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Hamilton Beach 59725 Hand Blender

This little blender makes short order of mixing eggs, chopping peppers, and making a quick energy shake.

Very quick with liquids/powdersEasy to cleanSaves a lot of time

It will not blend heavy solids very well (it's not a chopper)

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Love My Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus

I bought this machine as a replacement for my little Krups that was acting up. The reviews I read BEFORE I bought it were really good. Then I checked epinions AFTER I bought it and was sort of scared. I was almost ready to take it back before I even...

Well written intstructions.- Nice DVD.- Seems very well

It didn't come with espresso cups or a pitcher. I found both at home

Mar, 2009

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Love My Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus

Well written intstructions

It didn't ; come with ; espresso cups or a pitcher. I found both at home

Mar, 2009

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Not to happy with this espresso machine

We have wanted an expresso maker for so long that when we got one for Christmas last year we were extatic. But after using the machine, we were disappointed.The machine just did not live up to our expectations. I love cappachino, and ...

easy to clean, sleek design

hard to use, instructions are not easy to read, doesn't come with pots or cups

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Not to happy with this espresso machine

We have wanted an expresso maker for so long that when we got one for Christmas last year we were extatic. But after using the machine, we were disappointed.

easy to clean, sleek design

hard to use, instructions are not easy to read, doesn't come with pots or cups

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Do not waste your money on this machine

I had a DeLonghi ec140b and it worked fine- decent crema, decent frothing. It had an accident and I had to find a new machine. Money being extremely tight, I went with this Hamilton Beach machine thinking it looked similar enough but was cheaper on ...

Not many- cup warming area, easy access water tank

frothing just ok, WILL NOT GIVE GOOD CREMA

Apr, 2008

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