- Thermobloc heating element
- Stainless steel and cast metal body
- 3 coffee options
- Self priming pump
- Removable water tank
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The Dualit Espressivo coffee machine is designed for the coffee enthusiast, with every element crafted to deliver the ultimate coffee, from a smooth espresso to a dense velvety latte. It is packed with user friendly features, such as the self priming 15 bar pump delivering the ideal pressure for the perfect cream. The Thermobloc water heating system provides hot water and steam instantly. The easy to use steaming and milk frother makes perfect foam for your cappuccino every time with the minimum of fuss. The three coffee options are single serve dual serve and ESE pod.
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Aimed at the coffee enthusiast, every aspect of the award-winning Espressivo 84205 Black Coffee Maker from Dualit is specifically designed to create the perfect espresso, cappuccino or latté every time. From the 15 BAR pump (the ideal pressure for the perfect 'crema' head) to the Thermobloc water heating system (providing instant hot water and steam), the Espressivo combines professional quality with ease of use. Dualit's success lies in a single-minded vision for the company and its products which hasn't changed since Max Gort-Barten started the company back in the 1940s. This is Dualit - no frills, no gimmicks, no compromise, just great products!
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
As an avid (now fuming) former Gaggia user - machine broke down after 2 years - I wanted to choose a stylish new machine to replace. Style is important and the cheap ones look rubbish. The black Espressivo is a sexy machine so already plus points.
On the positive side it produces fantastic espresso with little effort. I have a dualit burr grinder so never use ready ground coffee. Trusting those using the machine understand ready ground is grains of a generic size so never made just for high-pressure machines, so you'll never get a good coffee from ready ground.
Unlike the Gaggia, the Dualit doesn't need 30lb of pressure to obtain a good crema, just a light tap. I've timed the shots and can get a good double in the regulation 25 seconds.
Milk is not slow to froth as some have said, it's quicker than my pre-Gaggia machine. The rubber thing is a throwaway item so take it off and just use the metal steam wand. If you get rubbish froth, go on the web and find out how to do it. It's all about the microbubbles and there's an art to it.
The fact that the machine has a thermobloc is a big plus. The Gaggia had to depressurise and heat up between coffee and milk which meant extra waiting time just to do the milk. No issues like this here, you can warm the milk as soon as you've pulled your espresso shot.
Hardened coffee enthusiasts are used to leaving the machine to heat up. Personally I'd NEVER run water through the machine. Just leave the handle in place and heat a cup on the top for a few mins, or put hot water in a cup then dry it. Espresso hitting a cold cup is bad news.
The water resrvoir is big and easy to access (another problem on the Gaggias).
It's not perfect, it's rather noisy and suffers from cup-shake as some other cheap (ie light) models do. I just hold the cup or put a piece of kitchen roll under the cup. And the steam wans without the rubber thing is a bit short and slightly flimsy, but still does a pretty good job.
That said, its deserves its recommendation in a certain 'consumer' magazine and at the end of the day, the important thing is a tasty espresso and this one so far certainly delivers.
On the positive side it produces fantastic espresso with little effort. I have a dualit burr grinder so never use ready ground coffee. Trusting those using the machine understand ready ground is grains of a generic size so never made just for high-pressure machines, so you'll never get a good coffee from ready ground.
Unlike the Gaggia, the Dualit doesn't need 30lb of pressure to obtain a good crema, just a light tap. I've timed the shots and can get a good double in the regulation 25 seconds.
Milk is not slow to froth as some have said, it's quicker than my pre-Gaggia machine. The rubber thing is a throwaway item so take it off and just use the metal steam wand. If you get rubbish froth, go on the web and find out how to do it. It's all about the microbubbles and there's an art to it.
The fact that the machine has a thermobloc is a big plus. The Gaggia had to depressurise and heat up between coffee and milk which meant extra waiting time just to do the milk. No issues like this here, you can warm the milk as soon as you've pulled your espresso shot.
Hardened coffee enthusiasts are used to leaving the machine to heat up. Personally I'd NEVER run water through the machine. Just leave the handle in place and heat a cup on the top for a few mins, or put hot water in a cup then dry it. Espresso hitting a cold cup is bad news.
The water resrvoir is big and easy to access (another problem on the Gaggias).
It's not perfect, it's rather noisy and suffers from cup-shake as some other cheap (ie light) models do. I just hold the cup or put a piece of kitchen roll under the cup. And the steam wans without the rubber thing is a bit short and slightly flimsy, but still does a pretty good job.
That said, its deserves its recommendation in a certain 'consumer' magazine and at the end of the day, the important thing is a tasty espresso and this one so far certainly delivers.
23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
My Gaggia decided to give up on me after a number of years good service. This one is even better - simpler design, far easier to keep clean and what must be one of the best frothers on the market. 4 months into owning it, I am more than pleased.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
I bought this espresso maker for my husband and spent along time checking reviews out. We wanted a machine that uses ground coffee not pods(eco reasons) and wanted it to be authentic freshly ground and made coffee taste. For this reason we also have the Dualit conical burr grinder ( fine grind setting and apparently better flavour- according to CoffeeGeek site) We are very particular but I think for the money it has been a good buy- we have been using it for almost a month-took a week to get the perfect brew but husband has been to various well known coffee shops and thinks our machine is the best flavour! frothing the milk is tricky- I need to invest in a thermometer as apparently thats the key- but it seems to work ok- we don't drink cappucino but the kids love their baby cappucinos!
Just a few cons- it is better used to make one double espresso at a time as it doesn't make two evenly sized (one espresso cup is full whilst the other is not) when using the steam pipe the machine drips quite a lot- though it has a good drip tray- just needs emptying ( and if you are a girl - cleaning-boys leave it till its slimy!- yeuk) These are my only gripes!
Just a few cons- it is better used to make one double espresso at a time as it doesn't make two evenly sized (one espresso cup is full whilst the other is not) when using the steam pipe the machine drips quite a lot- though it has a good drip tray- just needs emptying ( and if you are a girl - cleaning-boys leave it till its slimy!- yeuk) These are my only gripes!
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