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As a starting point it is a good idea to establish why you are purchasing an espresso machine. Establishing expectations and understanding your needs before you make a purchase will ensure that you are getting a machine that can live up to those expectations. If you are new to the espresso home brewing experience then it can be hard to know what to expect. In this section we will explore the most common factors that go into the purchase of an espresso machine and why they are important.
  
 
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Revision as of 14:49, 8 February 2017

Making your first espresso machine purchase can be a daunting task. A simple internet search for information regarding these machines yields an overwhelming amount of information. This article strives to condense this information into a more organized and manageable guide to machine purchasing. Being able to prioritize the factors that are important to you and understanding why they are important will help in choosing a machine that makes you happy and meets your needs.

Factors For Selection

As a starting point it is a good idea to establish why you are purchasing an espresso machine. Establishing expectations and understanding your needs before you make a purchase will ensure that you are getting a machine that can live up to those expectations. If you are new to the espresso home brewing experience then it can be hard to know what to expect. In this section we will explore the most common factors that go into the purchase of an espresso machine and why they are important.

User Experience

Convenience vs. Shot Quality

Frequency of Use

Maintenance Needs

Materials

Operating Space

Plumbing

Programmability

Sound Level

Power Considerations

Machine Features

Brew Features

Pump Type

Pressure Control

Brewing Style

Temperature Control

Boiler Style

Steam Features

Wand Style

Pressure/Temp Control

Boiler Style

Steam Tips

Automatic Frothing

Types of Machines

Manual

Semi-Automatic

Super-Automatic

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