Garvee Espresso Machine with Grinder, 20 Bar Professional Espresso Maker with Milk Frother Steam Wand, 1.5L Water Tank, Touch Display, 1-15 Adjustable Grind Size Levels, Gift for Coffee Lover

Purchased while it was on sale, not a bad machine.When you turn the machine on, it will immediately schedule a cleaning cycle. You can cancel it, but you need to be aware that it's going to happen, kind of surprising the first time you turn the machine on. The cleaning cycle does not run a cleaning on the steam wand, which is nice if you forget.The setup of the machine was simple, ran it through a couple of test cups then was off and running. The espresso tastes fine and it makes a nice crema when brewing. The americano comes out a bit weak and cool. There is no ability to adjust the brew temperatures, which is sad.I have noticed that, first cup of the morning, almost always generates a cleaning fault on the machine. If you open the machine up and pull out the grinds tray and the brewing center, then reseat them, it clears the fault for the day. You can make six single espressos before you need to empty the tray/clean the grinder.The steam wand is advertised on the garvee page as 360 degrees of rotation, that's incorrect. Documentation states it is 42 degrees. The rotation is counter-clockwise only. The steam wand does a nice job frothing and steaming milk, half-and-half and plant based milk alternatives. I have noticed that the steaming wand seems to be making a high pitched whistle after a month or so, if it ends up too deep in the milk.When brewing a double espresso, it does so by grinding and preparing two single espressos so you go through a lot of beans. we see several times where it says the bean hopper is empty, but when you open it there are plenty. If you shift the beans around, then brew, it clears the fault.The espresso brewed tastes good and has a nice crema. The americano option tends to be a bit cool.Cleaning is simple, takes maybe five mintues to empty the grinds tray and wash out the brewing center.

I’ve always wanted a bean-to-cup machine but assumed it would be complicated—this one proved me wrong. The touchscreen controls are intuitive, and the machine guides you through each recipe. My first attempt at a latte came out smooth, hot, and perfectly balanced. It’s quiet when grinding and brews fast, which is ideal when rushing to work. Now I barely spend money at cafés because I can make my favorite drinks at home.

The built-in grinder is a game changer—no more buying pre-ground beans or using a separate grinder. The espresso shots come out bold with a beautiful crema, and the automatic milk frother makes lattes that taste like they came from a coffee shop. I use the hot water function for tea in the afternoon, which is a nice bonus. Cleanup is simple since the water tank and milk container are removable. Highly recommend for busy coffee lovers!

Now I have my good coffee at home 👍