Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso Machine

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

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...

easy and quick way to mix drinks

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

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

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

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

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

Well written intstructions

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

easy to clean, sleek design

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

easy to clean, sleek design

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

Not many- cup warming area, easy access water tank

frothing just ok, WILL NOT GIVE GOOD CREMA