What Kind of
Espresso Machine Do I Need?
This chart will
help you define the espresso experience you want to live.
Follow the chart by answering basic questions and the arrows
will point you to the type of espresso machine that will give
you a thrill. But if your are not sure wich model too choose
from, you may want to know first the difference between
those models. See the chart below. Have
fun!
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Do you want an espresso
machine for home/small office use or for a
coffee shop / restaurant
use?
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Home / Small
office
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Coffee
shop/restaurant
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Is your budget above or below
$700?
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Below
$700
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Above
$700
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Do you want crema on top of
your
espresso?
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No
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Yes
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Characteristics
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Stovetop
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(Semi)
Automatic
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Super
Automatic
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Commercial
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Level of Expertise
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beginner
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intermediate
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beginner
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intermediate
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Picture
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Milk Frothing
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one model only, manual
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manual
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automatic system
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Available on manual and automatic system
depending on model
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Body
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stainless steel or aluminium
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plastic or stainless steel
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plastic and stainless steel
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polished stainless steel coachwork and chrome
plated
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Safety
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none
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automated pump shut off
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3-Hour Automatic Shut-Off
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automatic low water shut-off
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Maintenance
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normal
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descaling when user judges necessary
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automatic decalcification indicator
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descaling when user judges necessary
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Brewing Capacity (oz.)
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6-18
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35-67 removable water reservoir
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44-82 removable water reservoir
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118 oz.-1 gallon automatic boiler
refill
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Espresso Quality
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no crema, less aroma
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depends on user ability
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guaranteed consistency
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depends on user ability
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Space Required
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7''-11'' tall
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avg. 9.25"W x 11.5"D x 13.75"H
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avg. 11"W x 14.5"D x 15.5"H
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12.5"H x 11.5"W x 15"D
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Price Range ($)
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25-100
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150-700
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750-2400
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695-1740
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Which one suits you best?
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stove top
comparison
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semi-automatic
comparison
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fully automated
comparison
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commercial
comparison
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New Espresso Machine Takes
Center Stage at Saturday Brunch
Celebration
Madeline gazed out her wide kitchen window as
the morning sun peeked through the trees. She could see
its reflection glistening on the dew that covered the
bright yellow day lilies lining the stone path that led
from her back door to the rippling stream at the edge of
her yard.
A perfect morning, she thought. And a day such
as today deserved to start perfectly. After all, it
wasn’t every day that provided the opportunity to
celebrate your daughter’s first professional job. It
wasn’t just any job either. After years of determination
mixed with countless hours of late-night studying, her
daughter, Emma, had graduated with honors with a degree
in veterinary medicine. And Monday she would officially
begin her career at one of the best veterinary clinics in
the region.
That meant that only this weekend was left for
celebrating Emma’s accomplishment, and Madeline had
planned an outdoor summer brunch for friends and family
to do just that. But she couldn’t begin preparing for the
day without first going through her morning ritual. She
turned away from her thoughts at the window to look
towards the gleaming new espresso machine sitting proudly
on the kitchen counter.
Madeline smiled, thinking back to the day almost
one month ago when her husband, Thomas, had walked
through the door with an “I’ve got a surprise for you”
smile on his face and a ribbon-decorated box in his
hands. Unable to wait for Madeline to lay down the stack
of plates she was holding, Thomas had unravelled the
ribbon and gleefully lifted a beautiful Rancilio
Silvia from its protective box.
At first, Madeline had not known what it was.
After all, she was familiar with regular coffee makers
and even with stove top pots, but this…now, this was
something beyond anything she had ever seen before.
Still, she was not surprised by Thomas’s purchase. He
loved coffee so much he considered it a separate food
group, and he had always been fascinated by kitchen
appliances. Besides, he had recently been saying that he
wanted to purchase a home brewer. But Madeline had
expected him to spend a day visiting retail coffee stores
first to compare models before making his
decision.
As if reading her mind, Thomas piped up, “Can
you believe I found this online? I didn’t have to go to a
single store!”
Still not quite sure of this whole “online”
vocabulary, Madeline asked if this meant that he had
found something on their computer and then called a
company by phone to place an order.
The Convenience Of Shopping Online For Best
Quality
Smiling, Thomas explained that he never even had
to pick up the phone. Rather, his entire purchase
experience, from researching the best espresso machines
and comparing models to placing his order through a
secure connection, had all been done through the computer
from the comfort of their own living room.
Madeline soon learned, too, that Thomas had,
indeed, done extensive research on various types and
brands before making his selection. He had read reviews
and compared models on different websites, such as
EveryEspressoMachines.com and Shop.com.
On these sites, Thomas had been able to learn
about stovetop moka
pots (also known as portable espresso makers)
and super
automatic machines! Knowing that he wanted something
that would not only make delicious coffee but would also
become a centerpiece in their kitchen, he had chosen the
stainless-steel-lined model he now held in his
hands.
And even though it had only been a few weeks
since Thomas had brought the box home, a morning cup of
the aromatic brew had quickly become a ritual for
Madeline.
Her coffee was soon steaming in its small cup,
and Madeline walked over to the table to read the morning
paper and wait for Thomas, who was always a bit of a
sleepyhead, to join her. Thinking of the day ahead, she
made a mental list of small tasks still to be completed.
Put the flowers on the table, make the iced tea, heat up
the homemade quiches, slice the fresh fruit... Madeline
hoped her guests would also enjoy the strong brew as much
as she and Thomas did each morning.
By the time she finished the final sip of her
coffee, Thomas had padded down the stairs in his robe and
slippers. Madeline quickly poured him a cup - with no
sugar, just how he liked it - and began making final
preparations for the day’s brunch.
Before she knew it, it was 11:00 am, and the
doorbell heralded the arrival of the first guests.
Madeline’s heart nearly burst as, for the next several
hours, her beautiful Emma basked in the kind words and
congratulations showered upon her by loving friends and
family. And even as Emma enjoyed the celebration in her
honor, guests couldn’t help but notice the bright shiny
addition to Madeline’s kitchen countertop.
As Madeline served the steaming beverage to her
guests, she realized that it came from much more than
just a coffee maker. When it came down to it, her prized
possession was really a tool that helped bring people
together to celebrate life’s great
achievements.
You too can capture important moments in the
comfort of your own home. Visit the following recommended
merchants to order now:
Use their comparison tool and make a clearer
choice.
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