Let me start by saying this coffee machine is not for anyone who is a casual coffee drinker. As you can tell by the size and sophistication of the machine, this is for true coffee aficionados who are passionate about their morning cup o Joe, and love showing off their coffee making abilities to whoever stops by the house. This is a large piece of of hardware that will take up some space on your countertop, so my recommendation is you have the space for it or measure the right space to ensure it's easy to access - as once it's installed it's in and it is not easy to move around. I was drinking french press coffee before this and I can confidently say that I have graduated. The milk frother is a perfect addition to truly making you feel as though you are in a fancy cafe. 10/10 recommend!