Jura-Capresso 4-Cup Espresso & Cappuccino Machine

Michael Rosso ♦ Tricia...Thanks for your interest in the Capresso 4-cup Espresso & Cappuccino machine. The Gaggia Baby will make better espresso and allow you to froth more milk. Thanks.

11-30-2011 12:51pm |

mjackson ♦ Jamie,

We only have one rating on that machine. I would do a Google search and see what people say. It certainly is well priced and depending on what you are hoping to get out of the machine it will reasonably well. If you are hoping to get a great product then you may want to look at some machines that may cost more.

03-04-2011 9:10am |

ToddS That’s a pretty big question and I would have to write a book to answere it all in depth. But for this answer I’ll condense it down to assist in picking a direction.

In regards to the choice between a coffee machine and an espresso machine. With the espresso machine you can steam and froth milk which is a nice option. Your issue with there not being enough coffee in a shot of espresso can be solved by making an “Americano”. This is espresso mixed with hot water, you get the flavor of the espresso but not the strength.

If you want a grind and brew coffee maker look at the Capresso models, they have a nice burr grinder in them and they also make a nice quality product. If you don’t want a grind and brew then you get our best coffee maker and that is the Technivorm. You said that you drink coffee all day long, which makes me think you will want to go with a machine that has a thermal carafe. If you just get one with a hot plate then the coffee will evaporate over time and get pretty bitter.

I think the best machine for you would be a “super automatic” This is machine that grinds tamps and brews with the push of a button. This would allow you to brew any kind of drink whenever you want. For example in the morning you can brew a full cup of coffee with the push of a button. If you want it stronger you can add in an extra shot of espresso. You can make an Americano at around 10:00 and then do a latte as a lunchtime dessert, add in a little Monin vanilla syrup to really make it a treat.

10-17-2010 11:53am |

TechMilanoItalia You may want to consider one of the pump-driven machines such as the Gaggia Classic (found here: http://www.wholelattelove.com/Gaggia/classic.cfm ), it has a 64oz. reservoir and can be used to make several drinks and can go back and forth between brewing and steaming (although some cool-down flushing may be necessary). Give us a call for further suggestions: 888.411.5282 option '1'

09-27-2010 6:09pm |

TechMilanoItalia Mike, without knowing much about the Braun, providing it is a basic steam-brewing espresso machine, the two machines would be comparable. The quality of the espresso would be at the same level as well. Capresso does make a good quality product for the price, so if you are looking for something basic that won't break the bank, this will fit the bill. And as always, we have free shipping and no sales tax. ;-)

02-11-2010 10:23am |

WholeLatteLoveS S This machine has a steam boiler for brewing.

01-13-2010 10:51am |

ToddS Linda, this machine should last you for a couple of years. It is not a pump espresso machine and it won't give the best espresso or have the best steam pressure. But it does work and if it is only being used for one or maybe two people at a time you will be able to make your drinks. It is a Capresso and they are a good company so at this price you can't do any better. Don't expect a lot of it and you won't be disappointed.

01-09-2010 6:26pm |