We have used a different expression maker in the past and were excited to try this one out. It was easy to set up and use. The espresso came out amazing and I love the crema that it produced. I like that it has two nozzles for the espresso to pour out and is a little more compact than other machines we have used. I definitely recommend this product and even my teenager was able to use it with ease. This is a great addition to our coffee bar!