Delonghi EC330S Espresso Machine

Advantages: well priced, very easy to use
Disadvantages: steam arm is temperamental

...I bought the Delonghi EC330S after realising I was slowly emptying my bank account paying for numerous Starbucks' every week (even more after they opened one a two minute walk from my flat). Definite plus point in its appearance, it looks stylish and fits in well in modern kitchens especially. It does make good coffee, and although you need to warm the machine up, once you're used to doing this it really isn't a hassle. Although the previous reviewer recommended stocking up on pods, I would advise anyone to either buy coffee beans and a grinder or buy fresh coffee ground for espresso machines, as pods don't really make the most of having a machine such as this. A disadvantage of having this product are the steam arm is very temperamental and sometimes just doesn't emit much steam (despite being thoroughly cleaned). Also, if...

nodoubtaboutit 09.05.2008 · Read review
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Review of Delonghi EC330S

Great Machine!

Advantages: Quick Work-Out, Cheaper than Power Plates, Great Results
Disadvantages: Only tones your body, doesnt keep you fit.

...This machine is simply a must if you want to tone yourself up and not have the hassle of going to the gym for hours each week! I bought one of these off Ebay, and now so glad i did. Its simply an amazing piece of kit. My Personal Experience At first i thought, surely this machine cant be as good as i've been reading all over the net, people must be exagerating and just trying to sell the machine. How wrong i was.... The first time i used this, i trained at level 10 (ranges from 1-20) thinking i can take it at that level no problem, and sure enough i was ok, i did a few different positions for my legs, stomache and arms. I trained for about 10 minutes, as i wanted to see how much this would actualy do, and sales reports tell me that 10minutes of using this machine is equivelent to 1 hour at the gym. Boy oh boy did i feel it...

Mark_K 27.03.2008 (28.03.2008) · Read review
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A Super Espresso Machine

Advantages: Very stylish and easy to use
Disadvantages: Slightly expensive

...The Delonghi EN 680 Latissima Nespresso can create a more or less perfect cup if espresso. It is completely unique with it's patented extraction to aid the flow of water through the ground coffee. Nespresso's specially designed coffee-filled capsules are used to give the unique taste you only get with Nespresso. A bit pricey at £300 but certainly a long term investment. Style The Latissima Nespresso is very stylish (see picture) and is a great add to any kitchen. The silver and black frame works very well together and the buttons make the machine very high tech when it is actually very easy to use. Ease of Use The Latissima Nespresso is very easy to use, just as easier or maybe even easier than other espresso makers - simply insert a capsule and the machine does all the work for you. After brewing is completed...

mikeywhitto 13.05.2008 · Read review
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Review of Delonghi EN 680 Lattissima Nespresso

The art of Italian Espresso

Advantages: Easy to use and maintain. Create delicious coffee and size is very convenient.
Disadvantages: Only make frothed milk for about 2-3 coffees

...I have been given this coffee maker for Christmas and I was delightfuly surprised by its look and functionality. The machine looks fabulous and very stylish as it is black and silver with curvy edges which gives it a smooth feel when you work with it. I love the feel of silver and black material which is also easily cleaned and maintained in general. I have never owed a coffee machine before but I am sure I will stick with this one. You can make real Italian espresso and cappuccinos at home without spending fortune on coffees in coffee houses. Coffee machine comes with clear instructions and you are able to make coffee in just 3 steps. I have worked in coffee house before so I always knew it takes some time to make coffee (water doesnt heat in a few seconds, does it?). You simply feel the water container, let it boil, add ground...

Amja 02.08.2009 · Read review
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Review of Delonghi EC330S

great machine it works!

Advantages: it does asa it says
Disadvantages: might make you feel dizzy

...i can say that this is a great machine it really works and gives you good results i wouldnt say the best but you can certainly tell after a period of time that your body has toned up, i havent got one of these myself but i would like to get one when i can afford it lets say. the vibration on this machine is not like a massage its more intense and when you stay on it for quite a while you will feel your muscles tightnen thats when you know its working. so i definatly gives this machine a thumbs up, i suggest you buy this machine if your too lazy or bored to go to the gym because you can do many exercises on this in the comfort of your own home. this is a great machine and would recommend this a good buy...

sxyLizzy 16.07.2008 · Read review
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Magnificent Espresso - Delonghi Magnifica Auto Espresso Machine

Advantages: Excellent consistent espresso. Fully automatic. Easy to use and maintain.
Disadvantages: Initial outlay. Large footprint on worktop.

...The first ever espresso machine was invented back in 1901 and to be fair they have come a long way since then! Espresso is a coffee beverage that is made through forcing pressurised hot water through finely ground coffee. The result is a dark, intense coffee that has become well known throughout the world as a drink in it's own right and also as the base for many other coffee based drinks. Coffee has come a long way since the early 1900's as have the machines that are used to brew this amazing drink. Espresso machines have been through a long journey over the years, starting with steam driven machines, piston machines and finally the pump driven machines that we use today. The development of the pump driven machine made owing an espresso machine much more affordable for the consumer and machines can now be found in many kitchens all...

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Review of Delonghi ESAM 3200 Magnifica

Best home espresso machine I have ever had

Advantages: Looks great, heavy duty, relatively easy to use, authentic Italian, Good customer service
Disadvantages: Can be messy

...I have had 4 different espresso machines, this is the latest and greatest, it is one of my favourite possessions and I think it is absolutely superb. The machine has a classic/traditional look which I love. The Gaggia logo badge finishes the machines look well. I have the polished chrome plated version of this machine. It has big solid illuminated switches which are clearly laid out on the front of the machine. In using this machine I notice the high quality of the components and the machine overall. The chrome plated solid brass filter holder has a reassuringly heavy feel to it. Being solid brass the components hold the heat very well. There are 2 stainless steel filters to use for different strengths/amounts of espresso. It has a large removable water tank which holds 2.1 litres of water. This machine has a powerful 15...

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Review of Gaggia Classic

The best top-end automatic espresso machine?

Advantages: Temperature of beverage; Taste; Great looks; Large water capacity; Quiet operation
Disadvantages: Price of consumables; central coffee spout could raise higher

...I have just replaced my Gaggia Titanium which after 3 months decided to break down. I decided rather than replace with the same machine to go with the much-praised Jura machines. The Z5 particularly appealed with it's unique One-Touch Cappucino function, which avoids the clumsy looking "automatic frothing attachments" found on so many machines. The machine was easy to set up, and has almost the same footprint as the Titanium, so doesn't take up too much space. It comes with a classy looking thermal milk container (1 litre) which keeps milk at the ready and chilled for up to 8 hours. The front of the machine is brushed aluminium (not plastic as in many of the Jura machines) which is far easier to keep clean than the Titanium's brushed stainless steel (fingerprints!). The display prompts are clear (product names such as "1 espresso...

sarobin 01.08.2005 · Read review
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Review of Jura Jura Impressa Z5

Neuron Frazzling Machine For Hardcore Addicts!

Advantages: Cheap and simple to use.
Disadvantages: Only for serious caffeine users

...As well as a tendency to flail my hands about dangerously when I'm talking, 12 years in Southern Europe also turned me into a hardcore caffeine addict. You can keep your lattes and cappuccinos, they're just so much froth, literally in most cases and instant coffee is completely off this addict's radar. I need thick black evil looking espresso coffee, the type that can be easily mistaken for sump oil. It has to hit my cerebral cortex in a manner normally restricted to Class A drugs. But how do you get your true fix north of Barcelona? Cafetieres and filter systems extract the flavour but not enough of the drug. You can buy the steam espresso machines such as you find in the glorious cafes that I have become accustomed to, but they tend to be expensive and complicated in their use. This is where these traditional Italian octagonal...

bigush 31.01.2007 · Read review
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The God Machine

Advantages: Totally original, mind-blowing music
Disadvantages: Not much of a discography

...Two studio albums, a smattering of singles and several covers. That's all there is, pretty much, in the discography of one of the finest and most original rock bands of all time. As usual, no doubt everyone will simply be thinking "Who?" If you've been living under a rock through he 90s and 00s, and haven't heard of the other bands I've reviewed such as Soundgarden or Linkin park, then you almost certainly haven't heard of this lot. The God Machine were a three-piece from the USA who for various reasons ended up playing in this country supporting My Bloody Valentine (oh dear, I can hear that chorus of "Who?" again...) in their tour of 1991. They attracted the interest of a record label (Creation Records) and recorded their first album, "Scenes From the Second Storey" in 1992. WHAT KIND OF MUSIC IS IT? A sort of stripped...

bagoproverbial 12.02.2005 · Read review
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