Isomac Zaffiro

22 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
usability (11)
design (7)
maintenance (5)
reliability (5)
durability (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 reviews of Isomac Zaffiro. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the capacity and reliability are generally positive. The size and usability are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the performance, and there are some mixed views about the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Isomac Zaffiro is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (productreview.com.au)

Great

Great little machine. Had for 12 months and no issues at all. Coffee great, heating quite fast and clean same as others. Hot water outlet ok for a few cups but that's about it. Steaming wand little hard to clean but water soaking helps a lot. Would by...

Jul, 2016

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For the Domestic Barista !

ounge machines only, because given the solid build quality and steaming capacity of the Zaffiro, it should be judged in that market. Against most other domestic machines it's a Ferrari competing against Fiats. Because the Zaffiro is a single boiler...

Powerful steaming capacity. Consistent espresso shots. Superb build quality. An adornment to any kitchen.

Water tank could be slightly larger.

Jul, 2012

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For the Domestic Barista !

Having upgraded from a twin thermoblock machine, I can verify that the Zaffiro is a quantum leap away from most home machines in terms of its' build quality and capacities - both espresso delivery and steaming. It has taken me about 4 weeks to learn...

Powerful steaming capacity. Consistent espresso shots. Superb build quality. An adornment to any kitchen.

Water tank could be slightly larger.

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

Boxy but beautiful, scads of chrome and stainless, solid, professional components... for the price I paid you'd be nuts not to jump on it. Nuff said

I have been using and enjoying my Livia 90 for the past two and one half years but since I almost never make milk based drinks the heat exchanger (with it's instant steam ability) was not important to me. I decided to purchase the Zaffiro because I...

Makes one hell of a good cup of espresso! The large, dedicated boiler and E-61 group are simply the best for temperature stability throughout the pull

A bit boxy and austere when you first open it up for a look but it takes only a moment for this feeling to pass as you gaze upon the beautiful and functional E-61 group. I thought my wife would not like it but her eyes glazed over when she saw it and...

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

The Zaffiro is a pure espresso machine that makes fine milk-coffee drinks and does so with the sleek lines of a 1966 Mercedes Sports Coupe.

The Zaffiro hums. And hums while looking rather sexy. The espresso is so much better than my La Pavoni that I was surprised, because I was quite pleased with my La Pavoni. Everything about the Zaffiro seems made to guarantee multiple espressos at a...

The best aspect of the Zaffiro is its consistently high quality espresso brewed at a consistent temperature. Further, the aesthetic beauty of the workmanship is adaptable to any kitchen decor. Also, though the Zaffiro has developed a reputation for...

The most negative point for me is the time it takes the waterand the grouphead to heat up. I need to move quickly in the morning, so the first thing I have to do when I get up is turn on the Zaffiro. I also find it irritating to put my espresso cups...

Dec, 2006

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

Ultimate single-boiler machine.

Once tuned for right pressure (in coffee holder) and right temperature, it produces perfect coffee and espresso's.

Probably the best prosumer coffee machine around below $1000

Took some time to get used to

Nov, 2006

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

Might be the best straight espresso machine on the home market.

After 2-1/2 happy years with my Rancilio Silvia (and 10 frustrating years with a Krups steam toy and a pump machine), I decided I deserved a break from temperature surfing. I also wanted a bit more consistency in my espressos. Unlike many others who...

This machine produces consistent espresso of near-commercial quality. No temperature surfing is needed (up or down!), and it's beautiful to look at

That beautiful E-61 grouphead is very hot, very exposed and very attractive to curious little fingers. Like other exposed E-61 machines, it is not for families with young children

Jan, 2006

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

In my opinion, head-and-shoulders above the others if you only make espresso.

In deciding what to buy, I considered four basic choices:

Great thermal stability from the e-61 group head. Solid construction. Huge drip tray. Easily adjustable brew tempurature

Dispensing hot water is clumsy. Group head gasket difficult to remove

Nov, 2005

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

beautiful, well made and a dream to own.

Even though i have only owned this machine for two weeks so far i have been very impressed with its performance. It produces great coffee, has excellent temperature stability despite its small size and can produce alot of coffee without any troubles. ...

Easy to use, amazing coffee and it gives the user total control! This has to be one of the best single boiler machines on the market. I love the retro styling, but that is a matter of preference

quite heavy, but again this reflect a its excellent build quality. Design is very stylish but hard to keep clean

Jun, 2005

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Consumer review (coffeegeek.com)

Straight espresso performance sets the bar for prosumer machines -- don't write it off as an "espresso purist's" choice!

The performance for straight espresso sets the bar for prosumer machines ; Classic appearance, gorgeous E61 group and lever ; Heavy-duty quality materials and construction ; The steaming within its range is outstanding ; Large driptray

Boiler recovery time between steam and brew temperatures limits this machine to 1-2 cappuccinos ; Combination of small reservoir and large boiler flushes to force heating element cycle will demand frequent refills ; Upper portion of E61 group gets very...

Jan, 2004

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