[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone with a family who has different wants for their morning caffeine, I was pretty pumped to use De'Longhi All-in-One combination Coffee and Espresso Machine, hoping to streamline my counterspace. And the reviews are in from the assorted connoisseurs in my family (and me!) that the De'Longhi has hit the sweet spot for everyone.\r\n\r\nI should start by saying I am not a coffee drinker, but I've collated the reviews of my family members that are, but the De'Longhi matters to me as I love simple clean countertops, and beautiful, multifunctional appliances. So for me, the De'Longhi combo machine is absolutely perfect. It looks sharp, the chrome and black fitting in almost any decor scheme. It is smaller than I expected - considering how it handles multiple duties - which was a pleasant surprise. It is sturdy, and well crafted, and I expect it will last. It came in pristine condition, without a ding or flaw. \r\n\r\nI own other De'Longhi products (a slow cooker and radiant heater just to name a few), and I've been delighted with them all, and they are all functioning flawlessly, even years later. So I have every confidence that this Coffee/Expresso Machine will be the same. \r\n\r\nFunctionally it works as it should, simplifying mornings at our house. It is super quick to set up, and within 15 minutes of opening the box, we had our first cup. It has a dual heating system, so espresso drinkers don't have to wait on the coffee drinkers to finish, and vice versa, and because this is so, many small wars have been subverted. I love that it has a reusable filter, which means we are never left in a bind, having to grab an expensive drink when we hit the road.. If you prefer cone filters, you can use those as well.\r\n\r\nThe frothing wand works okay, but it does take some practice to produce your desired thickness with consistency. For expresso, tamping seems to be the key to producing the perfect shot (which is included, more on this later). Milk steaming is lacking, as the wand has little range of motion and not enough power to spin the milk to get an ideal steam. While not perfect in every area, it more than makes up for it with its versatility and convenience.\r\n\r\nFor instance, this is a fantastic machine to have when guests stay, as it can pump out so much variety, suiting every taste. Coffee, espresso, lattes and cappuccinos, this thing has you covered, and it does them all well, and even great to some degree.\r\n\r\nIt is programmable, with an easy to read display and intuitive design, so if you want to think as little as possible in the morning, this is your machine. I like that the water reservoir lifts out for cleaning and filling. In fact, this machine is very easy to clean as a whole, which is a huge plus. Nothing is worse than having a product that performs well, but you don't want to use because it's such a hassle to tidy up afterward. The De'Longhi definitely makes clean up a breeze.\r\n\r\nThe carafe is well built and sturdy, with a wide mouth, and room for 10 cups of coffee (and a bit more). The water heats and brews quickly, so you don't have to wait long, but not too quickly that it affects taste. On the espresso side, while the taste is fine, it is a bit watery, though again, perhaps better tamping creates a thicker shot. It seems the results vary, so this may be a user issue, rather than mechanical.\r\n\r\nYou'll definitely want to give this a clean before using (which De'Longhi says is necessary), and don't freak out if the first few brews don't taste quite right. This will go away, so don't have any initial misgivings. The manual also gives you instructions on how to make the various drinks, cleaning recommendations, programming notes, and general care in an easy to understand format. \r\n\r\nDe'Longhi has been producing some of my favorite products lately, and this All-In-One Coffee and Espresso Machine fits nicely in that family. I certainly recommend.