COFFEE & COFFEE MACHINES
Capresso 116.04 Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine EC100, Black and Stainless, 46 oz
$129.99
- Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted.Filter type:Reusable
- THERMOBLOCK HEATING SYSTEM: Stainless-steel lined heating system with 15 bars of pressure for high-pressure brewed espresso
- TWO FILTERS: For one or two espressos or pre-packaged espresso pods
- HEAVY-DUTY: Stainless steel construction with large, integrated cup warming tray
- SWIVEL FROTHER: Unlimited steam output for perfectly frothing or steaming milk for cappuccinos and lattes
- EASY TO FILL: Removable 46-oz water container for easy filling and cleaning
- HOUSING: ABS plastic and stainless steel accents
Description
Create delicious espresso and cappuccinos with the Capresso EC100 pump espresso and cappuccino machine. This easy to use machine allows you to make up to two cups at a time and is very easy to clean afterward with its removable stainless steel drip tray. Simply fill the removable water tank, and turn the knob to choose the function you want to use: espresso, frothing or both. It even allows you to use your favorite pre-ground coffee or ESE pods. The sleekness of this machine looks great in any style kitchen and will get you excited to make a cup of espresso or cappuccino just like your favorite barista. This product is backed by a one year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
10-1/2″ L x 8-1/4″ W x 12″ H, 46 ounce water tank capacity
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Additional information
| Weight | 4.08 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.25 × 10.25 × 11.75 cm |
| brand | Capresso |
| Capacity | 1360.38 Milliliters |
| color | Black |
| Product Dimensions | 8.25D x 10.25W x 11.75H |
| Special Feature | Internal GrinderProgrammable |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| material | Plastic |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Style | Machine w Burr Grinder |
| Specific Uses For Product | Coffee maker |
| Included Components | Espresso Machine |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Wattage | 1350.00 |
| Model Name | EC100 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Weight | 4.08 Kilograms, 8.98 pounds |
| ASIN | B004NTBLR0 |
| Item model number | 116.04 |
| Date First Available | January 25 2011 |
| Manufacturer | Capresso |
djclayt –
SECOND UPDATE – 3/2015: The machine was in the repair shop for two months. The owner said he could not locate a replacement thermostat. I looked on line and found many thermostats for coffee machines. They all looked similar – like enlarged watch batteries. I took a chance and ordered one for $15.I picked up the espresso machine from the repair shop. At home I decided to figure out how to get inside to if the thermostat that I ordered would work. It was not a problem to open the machine. Under the stainless plate on top are four plugs with screws under them. I removed the top and located the thermostats. Much to my surprise while looking around I found a loose connection at one thermostat. I replaced the push-on connection that was loose with a new connector (no soldering needed) and tried the machine. IT WORKS GREAT! The thermostat has not arrived yet but I do not need it. Bottom line, aService has NO customer service and could not be bothered with me, and the repair shop evidently did not even look inside the machine. This shop could have picked up an easy $25 – $35 in repair charges for 5 minutes work.The machine is making great espresso with crema every morning, the steamer is fast and makes lots of foam with cold 2% milk. The machine is simple and cheap, but now works five stars. I cannot raise my rating to more than three stars due to the loose connection and the bad customer service. I am in the market for a grinder and found exactly what I wanted. When I checked the suppler on the Amazon site it was “aService” – no thank you. Not again in my lifetime. I bought the grinder elsewhere.UPDATE: The machine was working great, then several days ago it produced only warm coffee. When the machine was working it was every bit as good as I said in this review. The machine now produces steam, so I think the thermoblock heater is OK. With the low cost of this espresso machine, it is probably not worth repairing. I received very little value for money spent.I wish it was still working and I was attempting to locate repair parts. I inquired to aSavings, the Amazon seller about where to buy parts. My inquiry to aService was simply asking for help locating repair parts. I also asked them if they have encountered this problem with other units.I believe aSavings DID NOT BOTHER TO READ MY INQUIRY! I received a form letter e-mail from aService saying the unit was “out of warranty” and there was nothing aService will do for me.I was not asking aService to return item or for warranty repair because I know that the warranty is expired. I liked the machine very much and wanted to see if it could be repaired at reasonable cost locally (if parts are available). I tried looking on the Capresso web site and there were no parts listed. I thought aService would help me. aService evidently considers the form letter as “customer service”.If you are searching for a simple machine that will provide good cappuccino, this might be for you. In the past 5 years I have spent around $1,500 on espresso machines. My first was Breville 650EXL (perhaps not exact model – trashed long ago). The circuit board went out and this was a big deal for the shop to order part and repair. The repair took so much time I bought another Breville (Stupid, I know!) This new machine worked for a short while and then a small plastic pressure relief valve on the pump broke and the repair people said, “the part is no longer available.” Nothing now but a high tech door stop. I continued to use the repaired Breville that I bought first, but the “die cast” finish completely fell apart. First there were little pits that looked like dirt and then it became worse and worse until it looked like dumpster trash and so that is where it went!I bought a Cuisinart 200 and loved it at first. It is a good machine, but I am experiencing the same problem as others that own the Cuisinart 200. The machine has a tendency to develop an internal leak that directs water under the drip tray and on to the counter. No one seems to have a solution and Cuisinart is no help in the matter. The Cusinart 200 costs about one-half of the overpriced, piece of crap Breville. The Cusinart still works, but cleaning up the leaking water after making coffee is not something that I should be doing.So, I started searching again for a machine and read the comments and criticisms on the Capresso EC100. This thing is cheap compared to the “status brands” that have proven to me to be poor value for money. I recently received the machine from a seller on Amazon. Of course if you want to compare the appearance of this machine to the pealing heavy die cast Breville or the heavy leaking Cuisinart, you will conclude that this is light and rather “cheap” looking. This little machine costs one-fourth that of Breville and one half that of Cusinart. The stainless steel on the Capresso appears to be REAL stainless steel and the rest of the machine is black plastic. The small filter cups for the coffee are designed for coffee that you grind or for pods.Here is what I received: A little espresso machine heats in about half the time of the other machines. It produces a good amount of creama and the pump is VERY QUIET. There is no “grinding” and “pulsing” like the “high priced spreads”. Now, when I switch to steam it produces lots of steam very quickly. It seemed like a great machine for the money and previously rated at 5 stars.To my surprise after two months of use, the machine is now useless junk; and I cannot find, or get help to find, repair parts.BECAUSE OF UPDATE ABOVE, I CAN NO LONGER SUGGEST THAT YOU CONSIDER THIS MACHINE AS GOOD VALUE OR EXPECT ANYTHING OTHER THAN A FORM LETTER FROM aService.I sincerely hope this information helps you.
kittycatahoula –
The reservoir leaks. This is my second EC100. The 1st one started leaking after one year. My new one started leaking after one day. I like the coffee and espresso that this machine makes, but the leaking reservoir is a big pain!
Geritt –
We have had our original one now for over 7 years. It’s always made very good espresso. When the in-laws from Germany came in they were amazed with how good it made espresso compared to the $2000 one they own.After 7 years ours started to get weak when making the espresso. Bought the new replacement and turns out it’s just a blockage in the plumbing.Nothing fancy with this espresso maker. Heats up very fast and makes great coffee.
B. Moret –
My previous machine (for 10 years) was a semiprofessional ISOMAC — about 30x the price & 15x the weight.I expected rather flimsy construction for just $100 and it definitely has that — the portafilter feels like a toy. What I did NOT expect is that it reliably makes espresso almost as good as what I got out of my fancy machine, with excellent crema. I’ve only had it a week, so an assessment of durability will have to wait another 6 months– but, hey, even if I have to buy a new one every year, it’ll 30 years before I spend as much as I would on a single new Isomac…So four stars for the quality of the espresso and I’ll keep my fingers crossed for reasonable durability.2-year update:Machine has worked well for 18mos, but started a slow degradation after 12mos, becoming more and more inconsistent. I use the machine every day, 3x a day, making only espresso, so it’s pulled almost 2,000 shots. Now it looks like the vibration pump has about had it (not surprising: they are not made to last); since replacing the pump would cost more than buying a new machine, it’s time for a Xmas present ;-)I am seriously unhappy about the portafilter and basket and all their little screwed-in plastic pieces that make it a pain to clean (you need to unscrew them to clean underneath — it’s not enough to use cleaning powder in the basket), so I am not sure whether to buy the same again or get something intermediate with a real portafilter, in the $400-1000 range. I am also unhappy with the lack of a 3-way solenoid, since that leaves the grinds in the portafilter as a watery mess, much less convenient to dispose of (say for gardening compost) than the solid puck one gets with a machine equipped with a 3-way solenoid.
Tony –
We generally liked the machine, but unfortunately has to return it due to internal leaking. The dial operation is super intuitive, and we enjoyed having nice espresso drinks that are readily available. The pieces come off easily (though there are a lot of nooks and crannies to clean). Unfortunately, by day two we began to notice water pooling around the base of the machine. After taking off the catchment tray, we figured out that the water actually leaks into the machine every time we make espresso. After several rounds of espresso drinks, we could could actually pick up the machine, tilt it, and see water leaking out of the joints of the outer casing. We ended up returning it.
Gail –
Awesome coffee BUT the water reservoir leaks badly.I bought this for my boyfriend’s birthday and he loves it. He says it makes the best cappuccino he has ever had. So, in terms of coffee quality and the speed it produces it, it gets a 5 star (we use Lavatza Crema in it and it works like a charm). However, no matter what we do the water carafe leaks. We wake up to half an inch of water all over our counter top. So we have to empty the carafe each time we finish using it. It’s not a big deal, but it creates a mess if we forget. So, from that point I would rate this a three. If this didn’t have a water leakage problem I would give it an unqualified 5.
N. Soumy –
WONDERFULFor the price this is an outstanding espresso machine!
Mirella Cribari –
Terrible machineI purchased the capresso EC 100 espresso machine in July the machine leaks water quite a bit I’m not happy with st all very disappointed.I would like to return it s defective.Please advise
george borgida –
A very good espresso machineThe machine met my expectations. Makes excelent espresso, lots of crema. Deliverey was fast (3 days).I will recomend it to my friends.
Button’s Account –
Four StarsWhat a joke of a product. Beyond crappy. It’s the 2nd one I bought and as soon as the warranty is done, it breaks. Such a waste of money. Buyer beware!