Edit: the machine shown is a newer and improved version of the one I reviewed, therefore my comments about temperatures probably no longer apply.I've had this machine for a few weeks now. The Ascaso uno SE has the looks and the feel of a high quality, more expensive machine and I think it offers very good value for the money. However to brew great coffee with it is a fussy proposition for a couple of reasons:
A the temperature needs looking after or the espresso will be cold. The first cup in the morning is a throw away I just run it once without coffee and even then I always heat it a little more ( a few seconds) manually before every cup.
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B Although it's supposed to have a pressurized portafilter it still requires the finest grind almost Turkish and heavy tamping or the water runs right through it. Forgiving it's not.
I'm ordering a non pressurized portafilter and also high quality grinder to go with it. I'm happy with it because I like the ritual tinkering and the result is worth it ... but that's just me. I'd definitely recommend it to some friends but not to people who'd prefer a semi-automatic machine.
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