This is a good machine and I like the simplicity and the fact that it works like a professional espresso machine. It gives you control over the grind allowing you to control the flavour of the coffee, leaves you in control to experiment. The controls are simple and intuitive, not digital. Instructions are on line video presentations and once you understand how it works it becomes easy to clean and again simple turning of a knob to control the steam to froth your milk. Very good compared to some of the really expensive machines out there. I am happy with this machine and it looks smart as well. Simple to use and I prefer this to a fully automatic. Ive given it 4 stars Love it.