Fantastic first machine – This is an absolutely fantastic little machine for the amateur barista, looking for some practice or a decent coffee at home. It's nothing particularly special and the pro baristas would get bored with it but nevertheless, it is a ripper little machine. This is my first espresso machine and I think it's fantastic! It should be a serious consideration for anyone looking for an occasional home coffee. It would be difficult to find better in the same price bracket. Small size, light weight, makes good froth, produces good crema, cheap very noisy, long time to heat up, rattles top plate and moves cups when pouring shots