It makes OK ( not the best) espresso, but will not properly froth milk if a milk level is not close to maximum, it will not properly froth milk if water level  is not close to maximum. The milk container has very unsecured lid and fell down easily if you want to store in in your fridge. It is very inconvenient to put in and take out big size mug. I bought it because it is relatively small machine and it the only feature I like.