This is my first Espresso Machine, overall it is worth it, I like the power cord how it rolls up underneath the machine, you only use what you need and hide the rest. The side Frother for the milk is good but I find it doesn't work that good, like I said this is my first one, I will keep practicing. I like the different filter for a single shot or a double and the smasher is nice and heavy to compact the coffee grounds. The brewer performs really good.