Okay, so I've had three espresso machines before this one. All of the others were variations on the Cuisinart EM-100, priced at right around 200 dollars. That was the first actual electric pump machine I've owned. I've tried the stovetop percolator style before, and could never get it to taste anything but bitter.
This Calphalon model is a step up, for the most part, except that the Cuisinart made a much smoother cup of espresso. The Calphalon, on the other hand, makes a better TASTING espresso cup, while the foamy texture (not the milk, the espresso) makes it more difficult to do "art" using the microfoam from the steamed milk. The Cuisinart always made a very smooth crema top to the espresso, while the Calphalon's foamy textured espresso is simply not "flat" enough to create much of anything other than a circle, so there's that. That's not a "deal breaker" for me, though, since all of my "art", produced using the Cuisinart (while it still worked) was somewhat "accidental" anyway. I'd end up with something that "looked like" something else, and used toothpicks to finalize an idea. My "artistic" ability came down to the equivalent of looking at clouds, and imagining things.
So, now that I've been using the Calphalon for a few months, I'm fully satisfied with its output, and ease of use. I've developed a routine through my daily experience of making lattes for my wife and I, and it's good enough. The flavor is better than with the Cuisinart, and I'm thinking it's because the Calphalon has some kind of temperature "governor" that keeps the espresso temperature just right.
The tamper on this one is plastic, and independent of the machine, which is a good thing, though I may decide to purchase a metal tamper, since I'm used to the weight of the one I used with the Cuisinart. The portafilter and holder are a different size than those on the Cuisinart, bigger by a few mm, so I'll have to look around for the right size metal tamper.
Other than that, there's really nothing more to mention. It's a good machine, unless you want to do the "art". I'll have to investigate, to see if there's anything I'm doing that's making the espresso foam up the way it does on the surface.
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Calphalon Temp iQ Espresso Machine with Grinder
The Calphalon Temp iQ Espresso Machine with Grinder uses precise grinding and even heating for great-tasting espresso. Integrated conical burr mill grinder features 30 adjustable grind settings for fresh espresso with every use. The Temp iQ system features thermoblock heating technology and PID temperature control to evenly heat during the espresso extraction, combined with gentle pre-infusion to bloom the espresso. A café-sized 58 mm portafilter allows for even water dispersion for a robust flavor. Powerful steam wand produces creamy froth and microfoam milk for cappuccinos, lattes, and more. Auto shot volumetric control dispenses the correct amount of water for 1 or 2 shots of espresso. Cup warming tray and hot water option for espresso-ready cups. Includes stainless steel milk pitcher, single and dual wall filters, tamper, cleaning disc, cleaning brush, and cleaning pin.
The Temp iQ Espresso Machine Includes:
- Stainless steel milk pitcher
- Tamper
- Cleaning disc
- Cleaning pin
- Cleaning Brush
- 1 and 2 cup Single Wall Filters
- 1 and 2 cup Dual Wall Filters
How It Works:
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Enlarged PortafilterEvenly wets grounds for maximum flavor extraction. |
Auto-Shot ControlDispenses the correct amount of water for 1 or 2 shots of espresso. |
Cup Warming TrayGently warms for espresso-ready cups. |
The Temp iQ Espresso Machine Includes:
- Stainless steel milk pitcher
- Tamper
- Cleaning disc, pin, and brush
- 1 and 2 cup Single Wall Filters
- 1 and 2 cup Dual Wall Filters
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| capacity | 0 cubic centimeters | 56 ounces | 92 fluid ounces | 0 cubic feet | 60 fluid ounces | 91 fluid ounces |
| material | Plastic, Stainless Steel | Metal | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic | Brushed Stainless Steel |
| input interface | dial | dial, buttons | buttons | buttons | touch screen | buttons |
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Love my lattes!
I use this every single day to make myself a latte. It was super easy to set up, figure out how to use, and I enjoy my latte every morning. I’ll make guests lattes all the time too (or anything else they’re wanting). I’m not good at getting the milk foamy enough for latte art, but it all drinks the same haha.I’ve had it 10 months and given that lattes cost like $5 when you go somewhere, and that I got it on a killer Amazon sale for $370, it’s easily paid for itself four times over and plus some.The only reason I’ve taken a star off is because the grinder throws the grounds EVERYWHERE. It makes such a mess every time and I haven’t been unsuccessful in figuring out how to make it stop. I’ve tried to clean it, change the grind settings, etc. I watch the grounds come out and they just seem to bounce like crazy when they fall. Not sure if everyone else has this issue or not. It’s annoying having to clean it up every time, but it’s not the end of the world and most of the grounds still make it into the cup.I still love it and would and do recommend it to friends and family!
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Does it's job. Simpler is better, less chance for things to mess up
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This machine worth the money!
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