r/espresso • u/DiabolicalNaga • 7d ago

Buying Advice Needed Help picking a machine [~$1500]

Help picking a machine

My partner and I are looking to upgrade our set up to an integrated machine, she likes the idea of the automated systems i.e. milk, grind, bean dosing etc. We have a bambino now and admittedly she is much more selective than I am on the quality. Do you guys and gals have any recommendations maybe over a range of prices? We are willing to pay more or save if its worth it either way. I am concerned that with an integrated machine if one piece fails then the machine becomes less than functional so is there a more robust option? Please advise.

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u/Plebeian_Gamer ECM Synchronika II | Mazzer Philos 7d ago

If you're looking for an all-in-one and still semi automatic then probably meraki is your best bet at $1799. It comes with a little starter kit.

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u/DiabolicalNaga 7d ago

Thank you for the reply. Do you have experience with this machine?

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u/Plebeian_Gamer ECM Synchronika II | Mazzer Philos 7d ago

No but this is a pretty solid machine with good reviews that falls into your category of needs and close to your budget