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14 reviews
May, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews of Espressione Cafe Retro Coffee Maker. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the durability and reliability are on the whole positive. The maintenance and design are also mentioned favorably. Many are negative about the capacity and size.
usability, design, maintenance, reliability, durability
price, size, capacity
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Espressione Cafe Retro Coffee Maker is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.
Consumer review (newegg.com)
I can't think of a thing that could be made better (other that the water tank).
Perfect crema. Very esthetically appealing. Solid build (made in Italy). MAKES PERFECT ESPRESSO ; Real Italian stuff. I bought mine for 187 $ as an open box and it is really good machine. The thermometer follows the water temperature so by playing with...
Small water tank (only 0.7L) and that's it
Consumer review (mysears.com)
I absolutely love my Espressione Cafe Retro machine. I've got the red version but wanted to put review for all colors. Machine makes a KILLER ESPRESSOE!!!Old world design - New age features. Steel body w/thermo painted metal finish, toggle switches...
Consumer review (mysears.com)
very nice espresso machine for the price. makes a great shot and good steam for cappuccino. works pretty good with pods too.
Consumer review (shopping.com)
I would agree with all of the above comments and add that the grounds float up into the filter housing so that you have to do extensive cleaning EVERY TIME. It looks cool, but not worth the money at all. I should have gone with a Gaggia, recommended by...
It looks cool
works crappy. time consuming. messy. cheap
Consumer review (shopping.com)
Fun and easy to use. Mine has lasted over a year now, and no problems. I did strip the frothing wand, and had to get a replacement. I took it off to clean, every time I used it. most likely something I should have not done.
Simple machine, has auto heat cut off for each setting
none a nice machine
Consumer review (epinions.com)
Fun and easy to use. Mine has lasted over a year now, and no problems. I did strip the frothing wand, and had to get a replacement. I took it off to clean, every time I used it. most likely something I should have not done. Customer service was a ...
Simple machine, has auto heat cut off for each setting
none a nice machine
Consumer review (shopping.com)
Loved the way the maker looked and fit in our kitchen. Produced a great espresso and milk foamed wonderfully. My husband loves a extra short espresso, my mother-in-law a watery shot, and I a milky latte. We were absolutely delighted until until after...
A great cup of espresso can be made with this machine to start out with
Expensive machine that only lasts six months. Maker provides very poor customer service
Consumer review (shopping.com)
This espresso maker is easy to operate and very forgiving. It makes good espresso even when you don't get things quite right and excellent espresso when you do. Same with the frother. It makes excellent froth in medium and small quantities when you...
Easy to use, great value
None when considering price and alternatives
Consumer review (shopping.com)
I wanted to share with others what I wish I had known before I bought this machine. If I had known these things, I wouldn't have bought it. Unfortunately, there are a lot of fake reviews out there, which I read before buying, so beware!
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Big delay between pulling shot and steaming milk. Labor intensive
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