If you love espresso you’ll love this machine. It has a built in burr grinder with sensor for precise portafiler fills, an built in tamper. Dual heating system an hot water spout for Americano coffee or tea. Froths milk, flat or foam for lattes and cappuccinos. The active temperature control works better than any machine we have owned. The dual heating system allows you to make hot tea without that coffee taste I have seen from other machines. The my button feature allows you to customize one or two cups to your own taste. The machine is well built from metal an not plastic like other machines I have owned. This machine will last for for a long time with the proper care. Very very high quality built machine.