Note about water hardness
Using hard water will ruin your espresso machine. Soft water no higher than 50ppm is required to keep your espresso machine running for the long term. Using hard water will void the warranty.
Does an excellent job on both espressos and milk drinks. Plenty of steam power
Absolutely love this machine. It reads bars from the group head & not the boiler or pump for accurate readings. 2 ulka Italian vibratory pumps. Super fast heat up time(2min espresso boiler & under 6 for steam boiler) The best part is it retains heat very well so I can turn it off instead of just leaving it sitting on, and it'll heat up even faster. I haven't tested the temperature coming out of the machine but it's super consistent and the boiler heating system is like the Breville DB so it's accurate to 0.1⁰c.
I have not done a OPV or dimmer mod but have no problem hitting the extraction pressure I want. If you like to do mods this machine has a ton of room inside so you will never have to worry about trying to make something fit. If you make milk based drinks the steam wand on this machine is great and produces silky smooth micro foam. I highly recommend this machine.
I had spent a complete year in my pre-purchase decision before landing on this machine. What settled it for me is the double boiler at the price point of a Rancilio Silvia with an E61 grouphead and a powerful steam wand. It comes with three-hole and four-hole tips. I use the 4-hole.
The machine does have a few quirks. First, the "double" shot button is more a QUADRUPLE shot button as it is set to output 60ml!!! Don't waste your time and coffee trying to dial in with the "double shot" button!!! An 18-gram basket should output 36 ml in 20 - 30 seconds. The "single" shot button is closer to the 36-gram target, being set to outupt 30 ml, but still not good enough. Mine outputs around 26 - 27 ml which is under-extracted enough to taste sour and disgusting! The buttons can be re-programmed to your target extraction yields. To dial in and for general use, stick with MANUAL and a proper coffee scale/timer. Stop the machine when 34 ml have been dispensed. It continues to pour the remaining 2 ml after stopping the extraction, so you need to stop the machine 2 ml prior to target. The machine requires a very fine grind to come up to pressure. I paired it with a Eureka Mignon Specialita and that is set at +0.125. The machine will not reach pressure if set coarser; the machine will choke if set finer. My grinder burrs chatter at -0.5. With the grinder so configured, I routinely pull 9 - 11 bars. The steam wand spurts water when you first purge, so you want to purge 2x to 3x into a tall cup and maybe have a barista towel over that, or you'll make a mess.
Overall a great machine, especially if you take the time to correctly dial in and do manual pulls (and/or program your shot buttons to the correct extraction yields). I'll also note that I work with store-bought medium and dark roast beans and concoct my own 70/30 Robusta/Arabica blends.
I bought two naked portafilters, VST baskets (18 and 27 grams), a palm distributor and a self-leveling 30-lb spring loaded tamper. I'm very pleased with the setup.
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★★★★★Beverly BGreat Service! It has been a few months since I purchased my machine, but I absolutely love it. Initially I had some issues with damage from shipping, but Joe took care of it immediately so there were no problems. He also stayed on the phone with me for a long time the day I received my machine so I could get everything working properly. I highly recommend!
★★★★★Michael PrzeslawskiEspresso Outlet was friendly and had a very good price. I did not expect delivery before Christmas, however the Alexia arrived on Christmas eve.This is a high quality machine. I emailed a couple of questions to the owners, and my questions were answered within a few hours.They seem like nice people, with good service and high quality espresso machines.
★★★★★Maggie SayerJoe’s patience and knowledge made the decision making process for my first espresso maker so much easier. He’s quick to respond and super helpful. Pricing is competitive and shipping is quick. I won’t buy from anywhere else. Up next, the grinder!
★★★★★Jonathan BWe bought a Mini Vivaldi from them a little over a year ago and its still running professionally like a champ in our little cafe. They had the lowest price and it arrived quickly in perfect condition. And shipping was FREE!
★★★★★Craftsman CEspresso Outlet and Joe are absolutely fantastic. The service and value they provide will exceed your expectations. I am glad to have come across this family operated business that is honest and completely dependable.
★★★★★Mombo KombuchaThey were patient and helpful on the phone and order delivered promptly. I love the grinder and it was a good price. Would definitely do business again.
★★★★★Catelin MagelExcellent service, efficient and very helpful in choosing the right machine, as well as the right grinder for my needs. Joe was there every step of the way, and I know I can contact them with any questions after the purchase as well! Excellence at it's best!
★★★★★Keith CJoe was super patient and helpful when I finally decided to make a purchase. He took the time to work within my budget and recommend a machine that I'm thrilled with.
★★★★★Alan DGreat customer service! Joe worked with me from purchasing a grinder to ultimately returning and changing to a different grinder. It’s a tough decision buying without seeing or using and the fact that a business is willing to work with their customers goes a long way with me. I would definitely recommend Joe and EspressoOutlet.
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from 1084 reviewsI have had several prosumer machines but this one is the real deal! The build quality is impressive and the internal components are so clean and well organized. It’s built like a tank. The gear pump is quiet, professional sounding and very accurate at both pressure and flow! I get some of the best shots I’ve made on this machine and love the programmability of the profiles. I’ve also had fun trying profiles that are uploaded by other users! This is an amazing value for a machine that’s at the top of technology and quality in the espresso game!
Great first machine. Graduating from pods and got tired of paying for a cup and I wanted to do it myself. Glad I did! This system is great so far! Just need to remind myself to do a backflush weekly as much as I am using it. Now I just have time to try different beans and dial things in to learn what I like. Thanks Espresso Outlet for having this as an option for us to get and learn with!
Great kettle! Bought this for my office setup, looks nice and works great!
Pros: Flow control lever is something I didn't expect to use as much as I do. Great feature. Very quiet compared to vibe pump machines. PID control is great, I love being able to see the pressure at the group head and the pump level too. Seems well built. Dual boiler and rotary pump at this price point is impossible to find outside of this machine. This feels like a machine with no functional compromises for its price point, where many other machines either use vibe pumps, are single boilers, have a tiny drip tray, no direct plumb, etc.
Cons: A bit nitpicky, but this thing is heavy. Put it somewhere you don't need to move it. Have two people if possible to lift it up onto the counter. I make a mess making coffee, I have thick hands. I can't quite fit my hands under the machine to clean the counter. I'll probably look into getting something I can set this on to just keep the work space a little cleaner.
General: Like others, I recommend a smart plug so you can have it warmed up in the morning. I do not direct plumb mine, so no context on those features, but drip tray + tank is good size and I don't have a ton of waste water happening, so it hasn't bothered me so far.
Ordered the Gallian R espresso machine on Sunday and recieved it on Tuesday. Very easy set up and the first cup of espresso in about 35 minutes. Wow! What a nice machine, great espresso and machine worked flausley. Great job guys, keep up the good work.
Consistent grind size and zero retention
So far, am very impressed. Still learning to steam as is much more powerful than previous machine, but love it! Have plugged it into a smart plug so it’s on and ready in the morning when I come down the stairs.
So far, totally awesome! It's easy to set up and use, brews a beautiful cup and is easy to clean.
I've had the Turin legato v2 for over a month now and can't be happier. Machine works amazing and the 58mm for accessories is perfect
Thanks espresso outlet for the quality open box!
I started my espresso journey in early 2024 with the purchase of a Breville Barista Pro, the newer version with Baratza burr set. First mod I did there was a single dose hopper. From there I began trying different coffees, experimenting with roast levels, etc. Towards the end of 2024 I realized I preferred lighter roasts, and from all the research I was doing learned that the integrated conical burr grinder in my BBP wasn't suited to getting the most out of the those lighter roasted options. After much thoughtful consideration and research, I settled on the DF64. And wow am I glad I did.
I feel like if I didn't upgrade to this grinder, my coffee obsession might've died. Getting this grinder unlocked a whole new world of espresso possibilities for me. More clarity, more consistency, and just overall better coffee experience.
This grinder is built like a TANK. And as a person who likes to tinker and mod, it's super easy to work on and clean.
Finally, I am beyond pleased with the buying and CS experience with EspressoOutlet. They are incredibly responsive, their prices are great, and the shipping was fast.
I've had this grinder a year and I'm now considering an upgrade to the DF83v v3, and I wouldn't consider buying it from anywhere else but EspressoOutlet!
The perfect budget grinder for a beginner. Works great!
it is nice and heavy and very quite so far it seems well build
Love this scale!! Measures everything out perfectly and accurately.
Love how spacious it is on my countertop! Nice design and does a fabulous job with espresso grinds. Very quiet as well.