STARESSO Plus Portable Espresso Machine

I've had this for a few weeks and I am very impressed. I had high expectations but they have been exceeded. The build quality is great. I love the workflow. And of course most importantly it enables me to make great coffee. I can't say enough good things. Note, I am using the naked portafilter, which is key I think for making the best coffee. :)

I like it and the coffee is great plus you have like a ritual when you prepare it but if you are a heavy coffee drinker this might not be your product because it's not the fastest of them all but it's the most fun for sure :)

Bought this as a gift for our son. I couldn’t believe how amazing the espresso turned out…beautiful crema and tasted better than our expensive espresso machine!

This makes as good an espresso as my home console machine. I use the same grind settings with a medium roast bean. Great crema.
Once I figured out how to dry out the puck after brewing, it just made it even better. Honestly, that was my only complaint, the grinds were soupy and made cleanup without a sink difficult. Called customer service and they told me how to dry out the puck. Makes cleanup s breeze. Tip: keep the pressure check valve clean to get consistent pour.

The little machine works great. It took some trial and error to get a good espresso but once you’ve dialed it in, I think it’s pretty high quality. The parts are mostly all metal and well made so they should last. I got the grinder too and am very pleased with its construction. I wish the stand was a little taller so you can fit a coffee mug underneath it without having to elevate it. But adding some wooden blocks works too. Overall I am very pleased with the products and the espresso quality.