Hi there, similar to the most recent post initiator in this area, I too have only recently found this forum and am very glad to have done so!
Im definitely a novice in all matters, and have blundered my way through 3-4 $150-$200 machines in the last 5 years or so. After my most recent demise (I cant even remember what it was but it was only $77 on special so that gives you a clue....) I was persuaded by the hardly normal lady to buy a Krups (and yes I realise from my reading on this site that the name should be spelled differently!) XP52 which came with a bonus burr grinder and milk frothing jug. We luddites (in coffee terms) were all happy until the filter head became irretrievably blocked and damaged, probably due to lack of regular descaling. I now know thats important!
So, sorry to ramble on, and I hope its not offensive to those with real taste to say that we are very happy with the milk frothing jug, and just need to get another filter head (which doesnt look likely), or another machine. I have read lots of threads about the best entry level machines, many of which extoll the virtues of dual thermoblocks in order to improve the milk (I think - someone will correct me if I am wrong, Im sure). My question is, if I am really only looking to obtain a decent (in my lowly terms) espresso and not worried about frothing milk with the machine, what would be my best buy in the low end of the market? Is the Presso a good option?
Im really sorry if my question seems so basic as to offend the connoisseurs, and Id be very grateful for any tips or pointers as to useful threads to read. I hope to do better one day!
Im definitely a novice in all matters, and have blundered my way through 3-4 $150-$200 machines in the last 5 years or so. After my most recent demise (I cant even remember what it was but it was only $77 on special so that gives you a clue....) I was persuaded by the hardly normal lady to buy a Krups (and yes I realise from my reading on this site that the name should be spelled differently!) XP52 which came with a bonus burr grinder and milk frothing jug. We luddites (in coffee terms) were all happy until the filter head became irretrievably blocked and damaged, probably due to lack of regular descaling. I now know thats important!
So, sorry to ramble on, and I hope its not offensive to those with real taste to say that we are very happy with the milk frothing jug, and just need to get another filter head (which doesnt look likely), or another machine. I have read lots of threads about the best entry level machines, many of which extoll the virtues of dual thermoblocks in order to improve the milk (I think - someone will correct me if I am wrong, Im sure). My question is, if I am really only looking to obtain a decent (in my lowly terms) espresso and not worried about frothing milk with the machine, what would be my best buy in the low end of the market? Is the Presso a good option?
Im really sorry if my question seems so basic as to offend the connoisseurs, and Id be very grateful for any tips or pointers as to useful threads to read. I hope to do better one day!

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