Krups XP1020 750-Watt Steam Espresso Machine with 4-Cup Glass Carafe

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Manufacturer: Krups
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Product Description

Inspired by experts and demanding consumers with uncompromising standards of performance and quality, krups products have been built with these three key attributes in mind: passion, precision and perfection. Krups' xp1020 steam espresso machine provides professional results in a compact design. At just 11 inches tall, this espresso machine works in any kitchen space. The large capacity carafe holds up to 4 cups of espresso, and the steam wand is user friendly- thanks to an oversized dial. Removable drip tray allows easy clean up, stainless steel accents compliment any decor.

Product Details

750-watt steam-driven espresso machine brews up to 4 cups of espresso at a time
Glass carafe with stay-cool handle; oversized control knob for switching over to steam mode
Metal porta filter; burn-out protection; removable drip tray for quick cleanup
Single- and double-shot filter baskets and 7 gram coffee scoop included
Measures approximately 9-2/5 by 8-1/2 by 11 inches

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This is not a bad machine

Review Date: March 8, 2010

Reviewer: M. Sun,

Do not understand why this item has so many bad reviews. It is not a bad machine!

My last expresso machine was also a Krups steam powered. Lasted for 13 years until it fell apart last week (the prssure valve inside broke). For my replacement machine, I was looking at fully automatic ones (Magnifica, $900), pump based (like cuisineart em-200, $200), and steam powered (like this item, $50). After reading all the review and knowing how pump based machine works, I decided not to go for them. The main reasons are they require a lot of maintenance and they can break down easily. I just do not want high pressure stuff in my house. If it breaks down, it may take a month or two to fix it. After warranty is over, it is more expensive to fix than buying a new one. I basically want a reliable espresso machine which can last 10 years with very little mainenance.

I typically makes a few shots in the morning as soon as I get up. I just do not see how pump based or full automatic machine can save me time. They require preheat which can take 1-5 minutes. For steam based ones, I just load up the coffee and water and wait. Both would give me pretty good espresso after 5-7 minutes.

As far as flavor goes, I do not really feel any difference between my cheap machine and starbucks/peet's coffee, given using the same coffee. I think good espresso got more to do with type of coffee then the machine. Started drinking espresso drinks heavily in college in 80s, I think I am pretty picky on coffee.

I saw a local store carries this item at $49. I decided to give it a try since they have pretty liberal return policy. It turns out to be a pretty good machine, better than my old Krups and with high pressure.

The good:

(1) Pretty good looking among entry machines, although the price is $10 more than ugly ones.
(2) Makes good espresso drinks quickly

The not so good:

(1) The knob takes time to get used to. The knob has three seetings: off, steam and espresso. It is pretty easy for people to turn on steam when they want espresso, a potentially dangerous situation. Krups should have separate power button instead.
(2) The power cord is kind of short, 6 inch shorter than my old one.
(3) It is pretty hard to heat up the milk straight from the frig. You more likely to have a bunch of cold foams. The better way is to heat up the mil in microwave and then use the steam to make foam.

Overall, I recommend it as an entry machine.

Awesome easy to use and makes great espresso

Review Date: June 27, 2009

Reviewer: Theron J. Knapp, trumbull, ct USA

If you follow the directions, this is an easy to use and durable espresso maker. I have used it daily for a year now and it still looks like new and makes great espresso and latte's.

I don't understand the large number of poor reviews

Review Date: May 23, 2010

Reviewer: L. Moore,

I have used this machine to make espresso every day for about two weeks, now. I have had none of the complaints I've read about from the low-star reviews. The espresso is easy to make and is ready to drink in under 3-minutes, once you've turned-on the machine. I have no issues with "blowing-up" or excess steam. I only pour in the amount of water I need to do the job. Follow the written instructions and you'll be very happy with this machine. I haven't yet used the milk foamer/steamer, but look forward to trying it out.

Great cup of coffee

Review Date: January 31, 2009

Reviewer: Anne Marchand, Washington, DC USA

The compact design makes this a perfect choice for small spaces with little countertops. It works perfectly to make a good cup of espresso and cappuccino with steamed milk. Easy to use. A Good choice for apartment dwellers and others who want a good espresso machine with a"small footprint".

Very Nice Machine

Review Date: June 8, 2010

Reviewer: C. Floyd, Chandler, AZ USA

We were looking for an inexpensive Espresso Machine that didn't take up much counter space. I am a big fan of Krups, so we gave it a try. We have been using this machine for the past 6 years and it is still working great. Every once in a while when the coffee comes out slow, we run an Espresso machine cleaner through it and it works just fine again. Not sure what everyone is doing to make it spew coffee and knobs and handles breaking. We love this machine.