Rating: - Disappointing....
I bought a model 1375 espresso machine a year ago and use it 3-4 times each week. While I haven't had any major problems like those described in some reviews, I do have some complaints:
1) Before using it for the first time, I read the written instruction sheet very carefully. Only later did I find the small, separate piece of paper which says "BEFORE making espresso the first time, you MUST prime the pump!" (I'm using their caps & exclamation point.) Why not include advice that on the large multilingual sheet of basic instructions??
2) The first cup of the day never ... Read More
Rating: - inexpensive little workhorse
I purchased this machine based on recommendations from Amazon customers and am very happy.
I spent WAY too much money on a Starbucks Sirena at Christmas. Must have been in the throws of caffeine withdrawal DTs or something. The Sirena worked great until it's death after only 6 months of use. We make 4 lattes or mochas a day, took care of it per manufacturer's instructions, didn't beat it with a hammer, etc.
The Lello 1375 Areiete Cafe Prestige machine has the same number of bars-so the power is the same so it heats up the milk just as fast as the Sirena. You do need to get the little ... Read More
Rating: - Exactly what I expect (after I read all these reviews)
The Lello 1375 is well-assembled and functions appropriately (the majority of the time). It's easily paid for itself in saving in just a few months and I'm quite pleased with the product espresso that results from this machine. For my purposes, I never use the steam wand, only producing espresso shots.
There are a few shortcomings, as others have mentioned. 1) The "wet cake" issue is treatable by strongly compressing the grounds, but this compaction can lead to slowing of the espresso flow; for me, it's easiest just to wash out the wet cake. 2) Corrosion of the drip tray was immediate ... Read More
Rating: - Very reliable, good quality and value
I just purchased my second machine. I make a quad espresso every day and find this coffee maker to be highly reliable and durable. After 2 years of daily use, my first machine still works fine. Since I'm not sure how much more life is left in it, I took it down to my vacation home and bought a new one for everyday use. Operationally, you just have to make sure that you don't pack the coffee too tight and make sure that you tighten the portafilter all the way - about 30 degrees past the center point to the right. I have read a number of complaints about this product anomoly, but that's just the design. ... Read More
Rating: - A great buy
After reading all of the reviews we decided to take the plunge on this unit.
Love it - very happy with the purchase.
NOthing negative to say about it at all.
The final product is fabulous whether or not you do the milk froth.
YUM!
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