I am very happy with this machine! The coffee drinks it produces rival my favorite go to shops.  The De'Longhi - LaSpecialista Maestro Expresso Machine has many great features and is easy to use.  I have to admit, I was intimidated at first, but after a couple of uses, I am in love!  I especially like the "Tamper" handle which allows you to push down the grounds smoothly.  I also like the "Frother" that is detachable and can be stored in the refrigerator should you have extra milk left after making a drink.  Another great feature is the ease of cleaning, as the trays and parts are simple to remove.  The one caveat is that it takes a little time to figure what the perfect grind is for your beans (as each kind varies), but once you do, you will love the drinks it produces and find yourself being your friends and families barista.