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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A reliable little work horse,
This review is from: Starbucks Barista Home Espresso Machine - Stainless Steel
My family loves its espresso and we've tried around 4-5 espresso machines over the last 20 years. So what makes the Starbucks Barista fabulous? It flat-out works!
Additionally: * Reasonably priced * There is no auto-anything. (ie, no frills that'll just break later) * It's heavy and solid - a quality piece of workmanship * Actually made by Saeco (and just re-branded by Starbucks) How does it compare to other machines I've used? We've tried the cheap models (~$100) and they broke or wore out after a year or so. We've tried the really expensive models (~$1000) and with a bunch of internal moving parts and auto-grinder, auto-tamper, auto-cleaner, etc. etc. These often gum up, break, or insist some internal plastic piece is out of place (think "PC LOAD LETTER" for an espresso machine).
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Best Home Espresso Machine!,
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This review is from: Starbucks Barista Home Espresso Machine - Stainless Steel
I've owned a Starbucks Barista for about ten years now. In fact, I decided to find a second one in case the 1st one decides to give it up. It's a workhorse of a machine, which I use at least five times a day for Americano-style regular cups on-demand and for espresso on occasion. The white version is probably the most practical since it is easiest to keep looking clean, whereas the graphite or stainless versions are somewhat more "perpetual care." The color finishes are extremely durable and made to last for many years. The stainless version case is about 2mm thick - nice and strong.
Since these are no longer being made (at least not under the Starbucks name, and I'm not finding them elsewhere) it seems a good idea to locate a little-used one because a comparable machine would be at least twice the price this model sold for when new, and even then, those higher priced ones are not highly rated unless you get to the commercial end of the market, four or more times the price. It's worth cleaning the upper gasket-seal regularly so it doesn't get worn away by trapped grounds and to check the stainless insert that receives the coffee grounds to ensure that the holes are not being plugged-up with too finely ground coffee. A tiny fishing float added to the tank will aid in monitoring the water level in low-light situations. The Starbucks Barista can't be beat for good, clean design and functionality.
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