After traveling in Europe for a few weeks and enjoying the taste of fresh ground beans brewed into a hearty expresso great cup of coffee and tasty lattes and cappuccinos, we knew our Keurig and k-cups had to go. Our daughter had received the more top of the line machine for Christmas, but this model was perfect for hubby and I. We love this machine so much, and after trying it out, our son was impressed enough to want to purchase one as well. It is worth every penny! DeLonghi is known for its quality. The machine shipped quickly and was packed well to prevent damage in shipping. We would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a truly good cup of coffee.