does this use bar pump pressure to make the coffee
1089250
I do not know for sure- I don't think so, but what I do know is with as many design flaws as this coffeemaker has, I am done- (yesterday my barely one month old Krups hinges broke of the main filter holder! ARGH!) Seriously, I am done, I'm just going to pretend this never happened, bite the bullet on the wasted money I paid for it, and go out and buy yet another pot- a GOOD one not this piece of garbage- if you haven't bought it yet- don't, you can find others that are far better, and though they may be a bit pricier- in the long run they are cheaper- no large spills from leaks ruining your countertops and items on that countertop, no scalds from overflowing filters, no cutting the filter cone to size in an effort to keep it from overflowing,-( it still does anyway)- both sides of this coffeepot are faulty, and reading other reviews tells me it was not ME that got a defective pot- the problem is with the shoddy design of Krups, who at one time made quality coffee makers- NO LONGER!
1089251
Hi Wendy,Here what i found Features2 in 1: coffee maker and espresso machine with convenient steam nozzle for frothing milkCoffee maker: 10-cup capacity; programmability for coffee strengh and clock to set the daily start timeKeep warm function keeps coffee hot for 2 hours; pause and serve feature lets you remove carafe at any time to serveEspresso machine: 4-cup capacity, 4-bar steam system makes espresso and cappuccino quicly and easily1600 watts; measuring spoon included; 2 year worldwide warranty
1071425
The bars of pressure make a huge difference in regards to the velocity of the water pressure and without it you won't get a good cup of espresso and you won't get good froth milk you want 15 bars minimum
1151233
Yes, it does. When you remove the carafe, that white button at the bottom of the unit pops out & shuts off the brewing and the heat.
897618
No. The coffee should not be tamped with a tamper as for a high-pressure espresso machine. It should be lightly compacted with a spoon to ensure the funnel is properly filled and there are no air pockets, but it should not be tamped.
1757121
Seattle Coffee Gear states it does not and the portafilter will be a bit messy after brewing because it doesn't.
1457003
Yes it does. But I don't use it because the coffee is prone to "sludge" in the bottom.
2113564
I talked to my sister (Who I purchased this as a gift) and she loves her AeroPress and it makes a delicious cup of coffee. She says she doesn't have any difficulty pressing the plunger, but she said you do have to wet the plunger before applying gentle pressure. Also, she said don't be in a hurry and press too hard and fast.
1950152
Yes, it did. I no longer have that machine. It broke in the first 3 weeks. I have since been sent 4 other machines, all breaking, all with carafes. They just sent another machine. It has been a month, so, so far, so good. My advice, don't waste your money on this machine.
2105277
Yes it does! I love this coffee maker and get a lot of compliments on it! Several people have bought one after seeing it used and tasting the coffee
529384
Haven't tried the Nexpresso.Rule of thumb for a better espresso is the higher number or pressure of the bar pump the better.
281438
Yes. The water pump will pump the water through regardless. I would, however, leave the metal filter in to insure that the water goes directly through to the carafe. I have been very pleased with this coffee maker.
1904026
yes. I had no problems with it. I wish it had an switch to turn on-off directly on the pump. I had to use a power strip on-off button to turn the pump off at the right time of my brewing. Also important to prime the pump with fluid before it gets turned on.
480976
Yes. You can adjust how much water is used in that single shot as well. In addition, you can make a latte using another button. I've had my machine for over a year and I highly recommend!
758868
Short answer YES. Whether I select 8oz or 14oz the coffee is brewed correctly
393412
No. You press the button and it starts. You press the button again and it stops. It's not at all a problem because you're making espresso--it's not like it takes long to make!
1234532
These pumps are not designed to create pressure. It is not recommended, it will shorten the life of the pump.
528148
Yes, it does. But, it only takes about 5 minutes to brew coffee so either way works well.