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… it into place. After a few uses, it does seal a lot easier without much force. Two shots are better than one, but that is my personal preference. Compared to the Starbuck's home Barista machine, for the money… 251 more reviews »

…. This one will barely drip after 6 months. I have also always felt that the quality of the espresso is poor. It does not from that nice "crema" on the top like it should. I worked as a barista for three years…

… is great. This little machine has turned me into a barista. I cleaned up my Mr. Coffee and donated it. Now I can have a cup of gourmet java anytime I want.… 97 more reviews »

… barista!…

… the machine. The instruction booklet is very user-friendly (even for someone like me who has no barista skills at all) and takes only minutes to read. My only complaint, as has been mentioned elsewhere… 91 more reviews »

…Pros: Professional, Simple, Powerful Tasty and Smooth ! Cons: None.… 301 more reviews »

…Pros: Fast, easy, professional coffees; impress your friends!… 1 more review »

… milk. This is where the J5 really shines. In no time you can froth yourself milk that would make the most seasoned barista jealous, and then push a single button to instantly brew piping hot coffee. from Amazon.com

… the J5 really shines. In no time you can froth yourself milk that would make the most seasoned barista jealous, and then push a single button to instantly brew piping hot coffee.

The machine… 13 more reviews »

… one (a Starbucks Barista one). The water container is just the right size. It's a medium size, and fits on the back of the machine so you just grab it and fill it (with the Barista machine it was behind… 128 more reviews »

… outgrew it. Friends said "Don't waste your money on anything less than a Starbucks Barista" (starting at $300 each.) Having had so many good years with the other machine, we decided to try this "upgrade… 136 more reviews »

… consistent (sometimes, depending on the barista, the capuccino can be weaker or stronger based on the amount of milk added).

I've had the machine for several months and have no complaints at all… 25 more reviews »

… is all I need to see. Learning to froth is quite easy, and this machine makes it as simple as it can get. Just do what the instructional video shows you to, and in no time you'll be a regular Barista… 171 more reviews »

… the included plastic tamper (which is quite terrible). Espresso with a semi-automatic machine requires practice and skill to use properly, I read numerous home barista forums to learn proper technique and had…

… me that the espresso I served them was as good as any they have ever had at any coffee bar. I don't know about that. But I do know that if you enjoy the challenge of acting as your own barista… 3 more reviews »