Too slow for multiple shots
"I own this machine currently. It is my fifth or sixth espresso machine and 3rd automatic. It's quiet and beautiful (if you don't mind wiping down the stainless) and very programmable. I also love that Saeco makes it easy to remove and clean all the internals - essential if you use oily beans. The automatic steamer for milk works great and it also has a steam wand if you want to do it yourself. Unfortunately, Saeco's only make one shot at a time... Sure, you can press the button twice so it will make two sequentially, but who wants to wait? Especially difficult when entertaining to make one shot at a time... At this price, a machine should make drinks faster. It also seems like you are always emptying the hopper or the tray or refilling the water tank."