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Cuisinart EM-200 Programmable 15-Bar Espresso Maker, Stainless Steel |  | Brand: Cuisinart
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $365.00
Buy New: $179.95
as of 9/9/2010 00:53 CDT details
You Save: $185.05 (51%)
New (6) Used (1) from $152.49
Seller: Abes of Maine Cameras and Electronics
Rating:  48 reviews
Sales Rank: 11801
Color: Stainless Steel
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 18.8
Dimensions (in): 10.6 x 9.3 x 12.8
MPN: EM-200
Model: EM-200
UPC: 086279014344
EAN: 0086279014344
ASIN: B000O3PS5K
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Programmable espresso maker brews single or double espresso | | • | 15 bars of pressure; uses either ground espresso or pods | | • | Steam nozzle for cappuccino or latte; pre-programmed cup sizes | | • | 64-ounce reservoir; cup-warming tray; frothing cup and tamping tool included | | • | Measures 10-1/2 by 9-1/4 by 12-3/4 inches; 3-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
Includes Cuisinart EM200 Programmable Espresso Maker Tamping tool with measuring spoon and stainless frothing cup.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 48
 Burned fingers and grounds all over August 30, 2010
T. J. Santamour (Brooklyn)
It took a awhile to get water into the pump, something they should mention in the set up. Anyway, the portafilter is a piece of plastic junk...I wouldn't let any arm wrestlers use the machine for fear they break the plastic. Also when emptying grounds the filter baskets don't fit snuggly into the portafilter and may go flying when you try to tap the grounds out. Then watch your fingers when cleaning up the mess. I've used better designed Cuisinart products and this one could use some design help!
 Piece of Junk August 28, 2010
maRGARET PALMER
Like many other who have written reviews on this item, mine did not work right out of the box. I read the instructions, watched the video, re-read the instructions and followed them very carefully and could not get any water to flow through the machine. I called Cuisinart and they said to try putting the water reservoir on again. I had already done this at least 5 times but tried a few more and still no water. Their only other recommendation is RETURN IT.
My recommendation is to save yourself the hassle of having to return it and just buy another brand to begin with. WHAT A PIECE OF JUNK!
 Good and Bad August 22, 2010
Janet
There are features to the Cuisinart EM-200 that I like and some that I really don't like. The fact that you warm the machine up, then press the steam button and it has to warm up is one of the features that frustrates me. The first operation of making an expresso is to steam the milk. So why do I have to warm the machine, then warm the steamer to perform this basic function. I do like the programable 1 cup and 2 cup functions. My husband enjoys this easy to use feature. I am having problems with the 2 cup leaking around the edges. I sent an e-mail to Cuisnart and am awaiting their reply. Once that is figured out we can go back to enjoying a great cup of coffee.
 Great machine, here's my notes... August 21, 2010
Kirk T. Morger
I've had this machine now 4 months. I've had many machines before it, including the ever popular DeLonghi. This is an amazing machine, but there are a few things to know.
1. All espresso machines, and even some coffee machines, need to be primed. If there is water in the tank, yet it's not pumping but making noise, chances are you just need to prime it. Turn the steam knob just like in the manual, and if it fails, try again. You only have to do this when you first get the machine, or if you some how let it run dry.
2. The specs list this as not coming with a tamper, that's only partially correct. It comes with a plastic scoop / tamper combo thang. Before you get too annoyed with it, I recommend ordering "RSVP Terry's Tamper" (probably advertised on the same page). It's less than 7 bucks, and the small side fits this machines portafilter perfectly.
3. Some reviewers have knocked this machine because the "Filter keeps getting clogged". Here's a news flash: All espresso filters will get clogged if your grinder leaves too many fines. You can get pre-ground espresso (I recommend LaVazza InBlu, or Illy), or you can get yourself a good grinder (doesn't need to be great, as long as it grinds *evenly*). If you accidentally grind too finely, this machine comes with pins to un-clog the filter. You can save a bit of time by just rubbing your thumb over the filter aggressively while running watter over it.
4. Noise. Without a doubt, this is the noisiest espresso machine I've ever owned. That said, I just purchased a Kurieg for my wife, and it is noisier and had even more trouble with it's initial priming. To the Kurieg's credit, there is no grind to mess with, and the clean up is Zero. :)
Now for the stuff that Hasn't been mentioned, but if I where Cuisinart, I'd be shouting this from the roof tops...
1. This machine has the most rock solid temperature across shots I've ever seen. Nothing else comes close.
2. This machine has integrated pressure relief. It's not perfect, which is probably why they didn't mention it, but even Gaggia's solenoid freaks out from time to time too. Most every other manufacture with this feature charge double this machines cost. It's a big deal.
3. I've been inside DeLonghis, Gaggias, and others, this thing is pretty well built. It also looks pretty nice on the outside, and has a water res that is easy to use, large enough, and above all else, leak free.
4. The steam wand works well. It actually works better than my Gaggia's (which was 4 *times* as much money), but it is Different, and takes some initial practice.
5. This machine has an auto power down. That's a Very Nice feature that is often overlooked on less expensive machines, and it's very handy too.
6. The dosing on this thing actually works. I've had a couple other machines that claimed dosing, yet they all seemed pretty random. This one actually works and it works reliably. Before you think this is a feature you can live without, consider this: With non-dosing machines, you need to use a shot glass or some other way of eye-balling when to stop, then put into final glass for mixing. But, with dosing, you can punch up a double shot right into the final cup, and it gets it right. Every Time. How cool is That??? Very Cool!
The only things I wish they did different:
1. I wish the machine was quieter.
2. I wish they had a non-pressurized portafilter basket option.
But, when you compare that to the plus side, it's a no brainer: Buy This Machine!
Not having to temperature surf, not having gooey cleanup, having a cup warmer that actually works, AUTO POWER DOWN, dosing, etc., all for the price of a used Gaggia? Just click "Add to Cart" already!
No Water... Another Lemon August 11, 2010
Hendrik J. Van Wyk (Calgary, Canada)
I took it out of the box.
Started it up... no water coming through.
Another lemon. Taking it back tomorrow.
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