Let's say I'm used to the Keurigs, but I wanted something different. This I love because it has all the tools to make a good espresso. I love going and picking out my beans the most aroma the better. I feel the temp has a lot to do with the best taste. This has everything. The grinder and mat and milk jug and I live for foamy and creamy. I feel like my own barista when I use this. Plus it's perfect when I have guests over. Definitely very heavy duty. It's a heavy machine which I like I don't want any topsy turvy thing. I am just excited for future coffee with this lovely machine. I'm not sure I'll do coffee any other way.