Krups 888-43 Caffe Centro Time 10-Cup Coffee/Pump Espresso Machine

Review Krups 888-43 Caffe Centro Time 10-Cup Coffee/Pump Espresso Machine

Krups 888-43 Caffe Centro Time 10-Cup Coffee/Pump Espresso Machine Overview

          This espresso/coffeemaker by Krups is one fine combination. On the coffee side it has a 24-hour programmable clock/timer that lets you set the current time and program the timer for "wake-up" coffee. With a 10-cup serving capacity the coffeemaker automatically shuts off after two hours for added safety. And for the impatient coffee lover, there's "stop 'n' serve," which allows you to remove the carafe at any time during the brewing cycle for up to 20 seconds, serve, then replace on warming plate for continued brewing. The removable filter holder swings away for convenient refills and easy cleanup. The double-wall construction keeps heat from escaping during brewing, preserving coffee's aroma and flavor. The espresso/cappuccino side has an advanced system that ensures quick heat-up time and a rotary steam knob that enables you to steam milk or dispense hot water for tea. The "perfect froth" attachment produces great looking, tasty froth. The 37-ounce removable water reservoir produces continuous cups of espresso, so it can please a crowd.

• 24-hour programmable clock/timer allows for "wake-up" coffee
• Automatic brew-pause feature for pouring a cup midbrew
• Double-wall construction keeps heat from escaping during brewing
• Automatic shutoff adds safety; large, 37-ounce removable water reservoir
• Measures 12-3/4 by 15-1/2 by 9-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty, 90 days for parts and service

Krups 888-43 Caffe Centro Time 10-Cup Coffee/Pump Espresso Machine Review

I am the type of buyer who reads reviews on everything before I buy it and after reading some of the reviews on this product, I was hesitant to buy. Well, I decided to give it a shot and boy am I glad I did. This product has worked flawlessly every single morning for the past month. I LOVE IT. I want to marry it. No, seriously though, how anyone can not pour coffee out of the pot without spilling it all over the place, blows my mind. These must be the same people who run a car for 20,000 miles without an oil change and then write negative reviews regarding engine noise. The espresso maker works great and as for the temperature, it burns my tongue. The unit is well made and a breeze to use. The auto timer is great and easy to set up. The only thing that is true about some of these reviews is that it doesn't brew espresso and coffee simultaneously. No big deal.
Just goes to show that one needs to keep an open mind before reading online reviews.

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*** Product Information and Review : Oct 9, 2011

KRUPS XP5220 Precise Tamp Pump Espresso Machine

Review KRUPS XP5220 Precise Tamp Pump Espresso Machine

KRUPS XP5220 Precise Tamp Pump Espresso Machine Overview

          Beautifully housed in brushed stainless steel with black accents, this user-friendly espresso machine not only looks great on the kitchen counter, but it also makes it possible to brew cafe-quality coffee drinks from the comfort of home. The machine features a 15-bar pump and fast-heating 1400-watt thermoblock heating system, which ensure optimal temperature control and high-pressure brewing for perfect extraction with excellent crema. Even more, the brewing system pre-heats twice as fast and resists lime-scale buildup (less descaling needed). Choose from ground coffee, E.S.E. pods, or soft pods thanks to the included universal coffee filter holder, which clicks into place for one or two cups. The espresso machine also comes equipped with foolproof Precise Tamp technology, which automatically tamps coffee grounds evenly to the optimum level, directly against the brewing head to minimize puddling and tunneling. After brewing espresso, turn the manual selector knob from brew mode to frothing-milk mode to effortlessly create creamy cappuccinos, lattes, and more. The machine's mess-free cake-ejection system, redesigned multi-directional frothing nozzle, and locking steam nozzle provide exceptional convenience and easy cleanup. Other highlights include a removable water tank for filling at the sink, a removable drip tray, and on-board coffee-scoop storage. A thoughtful housewarming gift idea, the espresso machine measures 9 by 10-2/7 by 11-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty. 

• Pump espresso machine with 15 bar pump, 1400-watt thermoblock heating system, removable filter tank
• Universal filter holder accommodates ground coffee, E.S.E. pods, and soft pods
• Precise foolproof tamp system can be set for 1 or 2 cups at a time
• Selector knob for brewing or frothing, mess-free cake-ejection system
• Measures 12-3/5 by 10 by 14-2/5 inches, 2-year worldwide limited warranty

KRUPS XP5220 Precise Tamp Pump Espresso Machine Review

          If you have read through the earlier customer reviews, you know that the easily broken milk frother has been the reason to avoid purchasing this product. That has changed. Krups redesigned the frother and is now manufacturing it using a more durable plastic. This new frother is available on all new machines. But it is also available free to those of us who already own one of the older machines.
Call the Krups customer service line, 800-526-5377, and request the replacement frother. The person I spoke with didn't even request proof of purchase. In about ten days the new part arrived. Now I am back to making terrific espresso with this dependable entry-level machine.

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*** Product Information and Review : Sep 30, 2011

Krups XP2280 Combi Espresso and Coffee Machine with Precise Tamp, Stainless Steel

Review Krups XP2280 Combi Espresso and Coffee Machine with Precise Tamp, Stainless Steel

Krups XP2280 Combi Espresso and Coffee Machine with Precise Tamp Features

• Coffee machine: 10 cup capacity, programmable
• Coffee machine: pause and serve feature lets you remove carafe at any time; non-stick warming plate keeps coffee hot for hours
• Espresso machine: patented krups precise tamp system compresses the coffee grounds perfectly providing an optimal ground coffee tamp that produces uniform results every time
• Espresso Machine: Lightweight powerful thermo lock for faster preheating and reduced lime scale buildup
• Espresso machine: easy to clean; no mess cake ejection, simply press the button and out pops the espresso grounds cake

Krups XP2280 Combi Espresso and Coffee Machine with Precise Tamp Overview

          The Krups heritage of German engineered kitchen appliances provides functional, rigorous design, technical perfection, performance and quality. Designed and built for those who continuously seek out new gourmet experiences and take pleasure in discovering and understanding how things are done and done well, Krups products provide the tools that deliver genuine results, performance and taste. 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 is pleased to present our new XP2280 Combi Espresso and Coffee Machine with Precise Tamp. Featuring Patented KRUPS Precise Tamp System compresses the coffee grounds perfectly providing an optimal ground coffee tamp that produces uniform results every time, lightweight powerful thermoblock for faster preheating and reduced lime scale buildup, pause and serve features, programmable and easy to clean with the push of a button.

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*** Product Information and Review : Aug 17, 2011