SageThe Barista Pro, Bean to Cup Coffee Machine with Grinder and Milk Frother, Black Truffle

I decided to take the plunge and move away from pod coffee to sourcing artisan beans from my local roaster and taking control of all aspects of the brewing process. This machine allows me to choose how fine or coarse to grind my beans, exactly how much coffee I use per brew and how long I run the infusion for. The consistency of every step is excellent! I also appreciate the low water alert feature - previous machines I have used only fail when the water runs out, but this one alerts you to refill the reservoir before it runs dry, ensuring you never airlock your pump. I also really like the Dosing Funnel attachment, this make the whole process mess-free! No more grounds scattered all over the countertop! Using the funnel when grinding keeps all the coffee in the brew filter while you tamp it down with the included tamper (which stores away very handily in it's magnetic storage bay). While I don't often use the steam wand to froth milk (I drink my coffee black) when I do, it works flawlessly and is easy to keep clean. I highly recommend this machine for people who really enjoy coffee and want the best tase for the least hassle.

This is an upgrade on my Sage Barista Express (also an excellent machine) and I’m already enjoying the significantly faster times to heat up, create steam, foam milk, and be ready for the next cup.I’m still working on fully dialling in the extraction but I’m already seeing the potential for improved coffee quality.Reading some of the other reviews, I think it’s important to point out that this is NOT a bean-to-cup machine. It’s primarily a manual operation and you need to understand or want to learn the fundamentals of grind, dose, tamp, and extraction to get good results.Honestly, my first three pulls were terrible. I can imagine anyone expecting to press a button and get a good cup would be sorely disappointed.For me, I love the process of making my own coffee and continually experimenting and improving. With patience and skill, this machine will develop sweeter, richer, tastier espressos and lattes than you can find in most coffee shops. You will be fully rewarded for your investment in the machine, finding your perfect extraction, and using high quality, fresh beans.If you want to push a button, buy a Nespresso. If you want to be a superstar home barista, this is your next purchase.Hats off to Amazon for speed of delivery - only 13 hours from order to doorbell ring!

The Sage the Barista Pro Espresso Machine is an absolute game-changer for any coffee enthusiast! The value for money is simply great; you're getting a professional-grade espresso machine that delivers exceptional results.With this machine, I can now create coffee shop-quality espressos right in the comfort of my own home. The flavor and aroma are simply unmatched. It's a true barista experience at my fingertips.The package includes a range of incredibly useful accessories that make the whole process a breeze. From the precision grinder to the steam wand, everything is designed for ultimate convenience. The quality of each accessory is top-notch.Using this machine is a breeze, even for someone like me who's not a professional barista. The intuitive controls and clear instructions ensure a seamless experience. It's a joy to operate.Lastly, the sleek design of the Barista Pro is the cherry on top. It looks absolutely stunning in my kitchen, adding a touch of elegance to the space.If you're serious about your coffee, this machine is worth every penny. It's elevated my home brewing game to a whole new level. I couldn't be happier with this purchase!

The fact that it grinds the coffee fresh and then makes the creamiest cappuccino changed my morning coffee pleasure. I should've bought this Sage machine years ago instead of wasting time and money on 2 delonghis both of which broke down within 2 years and I didn't have decent coffee during that time.

It’s a nice compact size, does exactly what it’s intended for. I’ve had it a week and still haven’t mastered the grind size I need but that’s more to do with me than the machine! The steamer is exceptionally quick and easy to use. The only negative I have is, it doesn’t fit under my unit as the bean holder makes it too tall.. again, that an error on my part for not measuring the height 🙈 would recommend if you like a good cup of real coffee that’s not instant !

The machine is great, a few fiddley parts to keep clean and the bean to coffee filter always grinds too much coffee so makes a mess and wastes coffee. What is most disappointing is the machine was advertised and came with information about claiming a free barista pack worth £150.00. I applied for this and recieved an email saying it was being processed. I was then told that the machine did not qualify. Very disappointed as all the adverts, even on Instagram indicated it was part of the promotion. Sage have been very rigid in their responses and categorically told me they could not help me anymore, quoting they are not liable for for misleading advertising. The gift of the barista pack would have been a great addition especially when I spent over £600.00 on the machine. Very poor customer service.

This is the 2nd Sage machine we have bought, the first one was bought in 2014 and now has a problem with the heating element. We decided to replace the machine as it would cost a lot to get the old one repaired and there was no guarante how much longer it would last. Luckily Amazon had a special price on so I jumped at it as hubby was getting grumpy without his favourite morning coffee. This Sage machine is an improvement on the previous one - which was great - and hubby is enjoying his daily fix. It may seem a big layout initially but after having several cheaper plastic pod coffee machines most of which only lasted a year - some less we think its well worth it. It is our only vice - well I think it is - not smoking or drinking or anything else for that matter. - so go buyyourself this brittiant expresso coffee machine - you could also drink smoke and have sex if you want!!