EspressoGC Explorer Edition

So far, so good. Indeed, having come from a fairly advanced semi-automatic machine, I am very impressed by the espresso quality and am enjoying the process. The only reason it is not a 5 star review (and, I admit it is largely my fault as your ordering page is not in any way misleading) is 1. having reviewed your different purchase options, I just assumed the most expensive commercial option would provide all of the optional extras. Notably the bottomless portafilter which comes with the model down! Again, my mis-read, but now I have to order that separately. And similar, for the overall high quality of the machine, the tamper and dosing ring are ridiculously cheap and really act against your quality statement. I'll be replacing both.

Aside from that -- very impressed so far. Thank you!

The products & service are always GREAT!!!!

Great device

It just does it's job, no buttons or dials.
Just great coffee

I love the construction of this machine. It's not hard to use in principle, but you really have to preheat everything (cup, water reservoir, puck holder) and work fast to get a good espresso. Also the bean grind is critical to get the right flow rate. I'm still learning how to do this without making a huge mess, but I'll get there. In the end it can make a great cup of espresso if all goes well.