Hey guys!
Long time reader, first time poster and member.
Ive caught the coffee bug, and am currently in the process of deciding on which machine to buy. At the moment I have a nespresso pod system, which I didnt realise were so passionately detested in coffee circles until I did a bit if research! Not particularly concerned, as I had always felt that the taste just wasnt quite right.
As my 21st looms, Ive narrowed my decision down to one of three machines. The LeLit Combi, the Sunbeam EM6910 (&EM0480) and the Breville Fresca. My uneducated perspective sees positives and negatives in each machine, so just to give you an idea on the research Ive done over the past couple of weeks, Ill bullet-point it (everything is easier to read in bullet points. Plus it makes you feel like youre getting to the point faster!!):
LeLit Combi Pros:
- Italian made
- Reliable
- Known to last a long time and produce what is typically above standard coffee for many years
- Built-in Burr Grinder
Cons:
- No auto function
Sunbeam EM6910 Pros:
- Auto and Manual function
- Looks good
- Separate steam and hot water wands
- Plenty of information on the web about it.....
Cons:
- ......Unfortunately that information is generally about fixing its problems! Not the most reliable machine of all time
- Twin Thermoblock System shows more thermal instability as compared to other italian made competitors
- Separate grinder (not really an issue)
Breville Fresca Pros:
- Looks good
- Built in burr grinder
- Auto and Manual function
Cons:
- As it is a relatively new product, there isnt a lot of information in regards to the longevity of the product. I dont know whether its going to last me a month or a decade
- Steam switch is either on or off, theres no rotary knob or anything, Really weird.
- No hot water wand. Steam wand doesnt output hot water, need to get it form the grouphead.
Now that youve read through that essay, I was hoping the professionals could give me some advice on picking which machine is best suited to my needs of 4-5 coffees per day. If I go out I have a flat white with one, and thats about the extent of my knowledge, so the past couple of weeks have quite enlightening and eye opening to say the least. Ive learned a lot and have no doubt about learning more and more, but I need to start somewhere.
Please help?!
Thanks heaps in advance to anyone that gets this far
Regards,
Regan
Long time reader, first time poster and member.
Ive caught the coffee bug, and am currently in the process of deciding on which machine to buy. At the moment I have a nespresso pod system, which I didnt realise were so passionately detested in coffee circles until I did a bit if research! Not particularly concerned, as I had always felt that the taste just wasnt quite right.
As my 21st looms, Ive narrowed my decision down to one of three machines. The LeLit Combi, the Sunbeam EM6910 (&EM0480) and the Breville Fresca. My uneducated perspective sees positives and negatives in each machine, so just to give you an idea on the research Ive done over the past couple of weeks, Ill bullet-point it (everything is easier to read in bullet points. Plus it makes you feel like youre getting to the point faster!!):
LeLit Combi Pros:
- Italian made
- Reliable
- Known to last a long time and produce what is typically above standard coffee for many years
- Built-in Burr Grinder
Cons:
- No auto function
Sunbeam EM6910 Pros:
- Auto and Manual function
- Looks good
- Separate steam and hot water wands
- Plenty of information on the web about it.....
Cons:
- ......Unfortunately that information is generally about fixing its problems! Not the most reliable machine of all time
- Twin Thermoblock System shows more thermal instability as compared to other italian made competitors
- Separate grinder (not really an issue)
Breville Fresca Pros:
- Looks good
- Built in burr grinder
- Auto and Manual function
Cons:
- As it is a relatively new product, there isnt a lot of information in regards to the longevity of the product. I dont know whether its going to last me a month or a decade
- Steam switch is either on or off, theres no rotary knob or anything, Really weird.
- No hot water wand. Steam wand doesnt output hot water, need to get it form the grouphead.
Now that youve read through that essay, I was hoping the professionals could give me some advice on picking which machine is best suited to my needs of 4-5 coffees per day. If I go out I have a flat white with one, and thats about the extent of my knowledge, so the past couple of weeks have quite enlightening and eye opening to say the least. Ive learned a lot and have no doubt about learning more and more, but I need to start somewhere.
Please help?!
Thanks heaps in advance to anyone that gets this far

Regards,
Regan

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