Capresso - EC100 Espresso Machine with 15 bars of pressure, Milk Frother and Thermoblock heating system - Black/Stainless Steel

Name: Capresso - EC100 Espresso Machine with 15 bars of pressure, Milk Frother and Thermoblock heating system - Black/Stainless Steel
Brand: Capresso
SKU: 4049227
Rating: 4.1 (18 reviews)

Model: 116.04

SKU: 4049227

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Key Specs
- Care And Cleaning Instructions: Hand wash
- Integrated Grinder: false (A built-in grinder allows whole beans to be ground as needed, ensuring optimal freshness.)
- Bars of Pressure: 15 (The number of bars of pressure used during brewing. Generally, 9 bars of pressure is considered industry standard for brewing espresso.)
General
- Brand: Capresso
- Model Number: 116.04
- Product Name: EC100 Espresso Machine with 15 bars of pressure, Milk Frother and Thermoblock heating system
- Color: Black/Stainless Steel
Dimensions
- Product Height: 11.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 8.3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 10.2 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 9.04 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Material
- Care And Cleaning Instructions: Hand wash
- Body Material: Stainless steel
- BPA-Free: true (Plastic that is free of the chemical bisphenol A.)
Connectivity
- App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
Features
- Integrated Grinder: false (A built-in grinder allows whole beans to be ground as needed, ensuring optimal freshness.)
- Removable Water Reservoir: true (Allows for convenient refills and cleaning of the reservoir.)
- Water Reservoir Capacity: 46 ounces
- Double Cup: false
- Control Type: Button, Dial
- Programmable: false
- Steam Nozzle: true (This integrated feature connects to the machine's heating vessel and hot steam warms the milk and also adds air to create a froth for your beverage.)
- Removable Drip Tray: true
Power
- Bars of Pressure: 15 (The number of bars of pressure used during brewing. Generally, 9 bars of pressure is considered industry standard for brewing espresso.)
- Auto Shut-Off: false (Feature automatically turns off the product.)
- Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
- Wattage: 1350 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- Product Safety Certifications and Standard(s): UL Listed (Lists the applicable certifications and/or standards, as stated by the manufacturer, in which the product has met the requirements for the assurance of quality and safety.)
Other
- UPC: 794151401907

Brew a cup of delicious gourmet coffee with this Capresso machine. The two sieves allow dual brewing of espresso and unlimited steam output for perfectly frothed cappuccinos, and the self-locking filter ensures everything stays in place. The ThermoBlock heating system in this Capresso machine has 15 bars of pressure for high-quality results.

Coffee machine: Prepare tasty latte, cappuccino and espresso, just the way you like.
Thermoblock system: Allows you to heat the water to separate temperatures for brewing and steaming. Helps you achieve crema for cappuccinos and lattes.
Removable water tank: Allows easy refilling.
Pick up quickly after brewing is complete: A removable drip tray detaches easily from the machine.
Coffee machine: Prepare tasty latte, cappuccino and espresso, just the way you like.
Thermoblock system: Allows you to heat the water to separate temperatures for brewing and steaming. Helps you achieve crema for cappuccinos and lattes.
Removable water tank: Allows easy refilling.
Pick up quickly after brewing is complete: A removable drip tray detaches easily from the machine.

Whats Included

Capresso EC100 Espresso Maker/Coffee Maker
Capresso EC100 Espresso Maker/Coffee Maker

Q: What type of heating system does this espresso machine use?

A: This espresso machine uses a Thermoblock heating system.

Q: Does this machine come with a removable water tank?

A: Yes, the espresso machine has a removable water tank for easy refilling.

Q: How many bars of pressure does this Capresso machine have?

A: This Capresso machine has 15 bars of pressure.

Q: Can I make a cappuccino with this machine?

A: Yes, you can prepare latte, cappuccino and espresso with this machine.

Q: Is there a drip tray on this machine?

A: Yes, this machine has a removable drip tray that detaches easily for cleaning.

Q: Where would I purchase the pods Which can be used with this machine. I am interested only in espresso at this time

A: There is no need for pods. You can purchase coffee that is ground for espresso machines.

Q: Does the amount of bars equate to a stronger coffee. I use 4 cup carafe and fill to the top the coffee ground holder with espresso coffee. Can I get six good tasting cappuccinos

A: undefined

Q: What is the water reservoir made of?

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Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the EC100 Espresso Machine's ability to make good espresso and its user-friendly design. Many customers are pleased with the quality of espresso they are able to make with this machine, and they find it easy to operate. The reasonable price point is also a positive factor for many customers.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very good for the price. Learning curve.
I'm no stranger to drinking or making espresso, so bearing that in mind, I can say that this machine can pull some nice shots, IF you're willing to control all the variables to allow it to do so. Firstly, I'd recommend removing those god awful plastic sleeves from the steaming attachment. They'll just gunk up with hot milk. It takes me about 30-90 seconds to properly steam my milk with the steamer attachment, but it's not good for anything bigger than a 12oz pitcher, since it's not long enough. Additionally, the warming plate on top doesn't get QUITE hot enough to properly warm the mug or cup I want to use, hence the 4 star review. Now for this portafilter, there's a one shot and two shot basket. Do yourself a favor and throw away the one shot basket. Seriously, if you're anything like me and opt for milk drinks, otherwise a straight double, then you'll never use the single shot basket. The double shot can hold between 14-16g of coffee depending on the coffee you choose, but for consistency I typically always use 15g. Granted, I roast my own coffee and grind it as well just before brewing. Packaged coffee may be a different grind and likely not a good idea if it's the wrong grind size. Tamp the snot out of it, since that flimsy excuse of a tamp isn't good for generating much pressure. It flexes way too easily, otherwise, buy a proper tamp. They're like $10-$20, so it's worth it. When it's time to brew, I've found that pre-infusing manually is practically necessary with this machine. Just flick the wheel to the brew setting for about a second or two (but not so long that it starts to drip), then wait 20-30 seconds. After that, brew the shot as normal and you'll get a much better extracted shot. Otherwise, it'll brew too quickly to really get a good shot. All in all, for a starter machine, I recommend this machine. Just bear in mind there's a learning curve for the best results.
Posted 5 years ago by Jack0Milde
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Good starter espresso machine
After reading a few reviews I decided to give this espresso machine a try. Espresso machines can be very expensive and although I love lattes, that did not mean I would love making them, so a less expensive machine made sense to me. It comes with a one and two shot filter. I never use the one shot, unnecessary in my opinion. It advertises that it comes with a tamper which is "kind of" true. The tamper is on the end of a measuring spoon. It is plastic and thin, not what you would really use to tamp the coffee grounds but it works okay until you want to splurge on an actual tamper. A 49mm tamper will work with this machine. It advertises that is has a warming plate on top, again "kind of". It does get warm but not enough to truly warm your mug. It also comes with a removable sleeve for frothing milk for cappuccino's. The sleeve seems to do a nice job as does the steaming wand without the sleeve. Be prepared to wait a couple of minutes for your milk to steam to the proper temperature, it is definitely slower than a more expensive machine, but for a less expensive home machine it is fine. My machine also rocked back and forth slightly, the machine was not as square as it should be on the bottom, so I attached a tiny felt pad to the leg that was the problem and it no longer rocks. I feel I "got what I paid for." Just an FYI, if you have never made lattes/cappuccinos yourself it does take practice. I learned it is not as easy as it looks. Be prepared to sink a little more money into a small stainless steel pitcher, a thermometer, and small glasses to hold your espresso shots. I bought a 20 oz pitcher, but then bought a 12 oz. with measuring marks on the inside. I use the 12 oz much more than the larger one. Then you will also need to buy syrups. The only company I have found that sells very small sample sizes is Monin. And do not forget you will have to buy finely ground coffee or have a coffee grinder that grinds very fine coffee.
Posted 11 years ago by LouBrand
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Makes great espresso
Makes really good espresso. Main switch a bit imprecise...but works reliably. Steamer a little slow. These are minor issues. Overall very happy with this machine.
Posted 5 years ago by Kiddo