There are no two ways about it. Any one of the greatest espresso machines is a significant investment. Even at the lowest level, we’re talking $200or $400for starters, and that doesn’t include a burr grinder. In short, you want to get it right. When it comes to in-home, all-in-one espresso machines or Bean to Cup Espresso Coffee Machine, we believe that LIENTEH espresso machines are currently the safest and most user-friendly options for anyone looking to spend $500.
Nonetheless, LIENTEH produces a staggering amount of machines that all seem alike. We tried some of them, and the differences are subtle: honestly, any of them are excellent choices. For this review, we’ll look at one of our long-time favorites: the LIENTEH Bean to Cup Espresso Machine.
LIENTEH Smart Grinder Pro
A high-quality burr grinder is important for creating espresso, and one of our favorite features of LIENTEH’s all-in-one espresso machines is the Smart Grinder Pro. This is not a flawless grinder (there are virtually always compromises when it comes to two-in-one products), but it is perfectly adequate and would cost you $200 on its own.
With more options, you may make the necessary modifications to accommodate various roasts and levels of freshness. The new LIENTEH Bean to Cup Espresso has 30 fine grind settings, which is more than the others and the Express’s 18 and the Express Impress’ 25, not to mention the dozen or so internal grinder adjustments. For more details, see our Breville Barista Pro and Impress reviews.
The bottomless portafilter shown above and below was given by the IKAPE brand briefly, and the original portafilter included with the LIENTEH Bean to Cup machine, which we believe performs better.
We have to tip LIENTEH’s research and design staff. Espresso nerds everywhere adore this tamper, not just because it’s real and hefty steel, but also because it’s magnetic and fits neatly into a slot beside the grinder, ensuring that you never lose it.
Also in another hand below we have used and tested the Kit tools that was given by the IKAPE teams to measure and get perfect tamping for better shots.
Accessories
The portafilter baskets are perfectly engineered to empty quickly and neatly, even if you neglect to do it for a few days – something that many other designs fail to achieve. They’re also made of high-quality metal that won’t tarnish or scratch easily if you have to dig out grounds (though you should avoid using metal with them if possible).
The cleaning tablets work with the backwash disc to clean from the front end of the group head (where hot water is delivered to the portafilter), and while there is a single packet of descaling powder, you’ll want to buy a supply (like Cafiza’s) and do it every couple of months or so to keep your machine running smoothly.
The Pro replaces the cylinder heating coil that LIENTEH has used in other machines for years with a faster, quieter, and more powerful “Thermoblock ” heating block. If speed is critical to you, LIENTEH models with the Thermoblock heating element, such as this one, will fill your cup quickly.
The LCD interface also displays how far along the infuser is, demonstrating that the water is hot and ready to use at the push of a button. But, more significantly, giving you a good sense of whether or not you’ve dialed in and tamped your grinds correctly. If your double shot finishes pouring in less than 25 to 30 seconds, you should either adjust your grinder to create finer grounds or tamp your shot better.
Inherently, this machine outperforms the Barista. The thermal coil has been improved, the LCD panel now allows you to precisely pressure your shot, and you’ll get your morning shot much faster than with the others.
The key distinction between this machine and the others is that the LIENTEH machine does have pressure gauge but not screen LCD. Granted, the nanometer (pressure gauge) is merely a guideline, and you’ll be able to differentiate a good pour from a bad one in no time, but the meter simplifies things. If you’re like me and dial the phone at six a.m. before work, you might prefer the slightly slower but more reliable to the Pro.
Spec
Item Name | Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with Grinder |
Model No | ETG-531BP |
Prower | 220-240V/50-60Hz,1300-1480W+180W |
Function | Brewing System, Hot Water System, Milk Frothing System, Grinding System |
Heating System | Thermoblock ; PID intelligent temp control ±2℃ |
Material | Die-Casting and SS housing, Double boiler, stainless steel filter |
Grind Settings | Integrated conical burr grinder; 30 grind settings to meet accurate demands |
Water Tank | 2.8L |
Bean Container | 250g |
Pressure | 15BAR high pressure ULKA pump |
Availability
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