The device is significantly smaller than a fully automatic and fits well in any kitchen. The weight is just around 4 kilos times and therefore the device remains even transportable. Externally, the device makes a chic, but not high-quality impression. Apart from the drip tray and the nozzle is all plastic.
The filter holder on the other hand seems stable and engages well. Its capacity is sufficient for up to 2 cups (depending on sieve insert). The water tank is equal to the total size of the espresso machine with one liter more than adequate. It can be off slightly and engage again.
After switching on, it takes about 40 seconds until the device is ready. The brewing process takes about 25-30 seconds for a total of one has in less than one and a half minutes the first finished espresso in the cup. The taste is really good as a friend of Handfilterns I am really very pleased with the result, especially as it is gelichbleibend good at Krups.
A cappuccino maker is also available. For me as a layman, he delivers a good result because I myself but basically I do not drink black rate this detail.
As far as ever so well. Really strong the Krups is in the details. The brewing process runs smoothly from - only steam, no dripping water. When two cups there is a corresponding filling knob prevents residual espresso dripping or running. The water tank is removable, like the drip tray. The snapping of portafilter, water tank and drip tray works well and the mechanisms acting in the long term shelf life. A filter and the measuring spoon can be stowed in the unit. Cleaning directly after brewing is a no brainer who only allowed to dry the powder long, must then scrub a little more.
The instructions supplied with sufficient and produce with text and images in a few steps using the various functions well close.
The Krups is a really round device. The difference at cheaper machines lies in the subtleties and they are really worth a slightly higher initial investment. A half star deduction for too much plastic and too little chromium but ultimately it was rather 5 than 4 star.
