Great little machine – We purchased our first machine in 2003 and although the milk frother packed up a it didn't matter as we use a separate milk frother now, but the coffee maker lasted 8 years and sometimes made up to 18 cups per day! We have today purchased the exact same machine from the Good Guys as our last one finally died. Plus 8 years ago it cost $400! So it has cme down in price. Why spend any more than $300 for a first class coffee machine. Reliable & inexpensive Milk frother won't last as long as the espresso side