Overall Rating
7.9, Based on 25 Reviews
Avg Price
$300.00
Manufacturer
Saeco
Machine Type
Semi automatic, dual purpose boiler, espresso machine, froth aider, crema device
Colors
Black, Steel
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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Saeco's entry espresso machine, introduced in 2005. This machine is a slight replacement for the Classico machines. Includes pod adapter, froth aider, pressurized portafilter.
J-F Forest
02.27.2013
Rating: 8.8
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Great deal to start appreciate a good espresso at home.
Aimee Porter (quality: 6.0)
01.04.2012
Rating: 5.4
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Was good while it lasted.
Tim Cashin (quality: 9.0)
06.12.2011
Rating: 7.6
Product Reviewed: Saeco Aroma (~2008 model)
Bottom Line: Great learning machine, if you spend money on a burr grinder and make the necessary modifications.
Jon Stout
02.21.2010
Rating: 7.8
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Great value in a solid consumer quality old school machine.
Abu Lafya (quality: 5.0)
01.24.2010
Rating: 7.4
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Good overall value, lasting less time than expected, some QC issues.
Sixto Beltrandy (quality: 5.0)
11.19.2009
Rating: 8.2
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Good solid machine at a great price. Makes better Espresso than Starbucks right-off the bat. Worth experimenting with various roasts/blends/freshness/grinds to find your sweet-spot.
Barrie Fairley
08.29.2009
Rating: 8.2
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: A worth-while simple espresso machine that meets the basic needs for producing excellent espresso. Consider re-sellers!
Nick Romancer (quality: 6.5)
07.19.2009
Rating: 9.0
Product Reviewed: aroma
Bottom Line: What the heck have I been drinking all my life? I wont buy a coffee again.
James Millet (quality: 3.0)
01.05.2009
Rating: 7.8
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: I'm happy; great performance at a bargain price.
Michael Holland (quality: 6.0)
08.13.2008
Rating: 8.4
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Value priced and consistent quality by being easy to use and is an investment in good coffee, not an expense of wasted counterspace
Anselmo Calif (quality: 4.0)
07.04.2008
Rating: 6.0
Product Reviewed: Aroma Black
Bottom Line: Good for espresso, aggravating for cappucino.
Mark O'Dell (quality: 5.5)
06.26.2008
Rating: 8.4
Product Reviewed: Aroma Espresso
Bottom Line: Saeco Aroma, great espresso, great price, great quality. Go get yours today.
Michelle Rhoades (quality: 5.0)
06.13.2008
Rating: 9.6
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: If you aren't a total purist or a coffee snob, buy it!
Carrie Gillman (quality: 4.0)
05.05.2008
Rating: 4.0
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Not worth it!
Joe M (quality: 5.0)
03.20.2008
Rating: 9.0
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: A great entry-level machine that will produce a cup superior to the corner coffeehouse.
Digiphoart Fox (quality: 5.0)
01.15.2008
Rating: 8.0
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Better than adequate in today's underachieving appliance world..
Brent Fugett (quality: 5.0)
01.11.2008
Rating: 7.8
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Excellent bang for the buck, great starter machine, but don't snug up the portafilter too tightly!
Allen Perper (quality: 4.5)
11.10.2007
Rating: 7.8
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: At the price I paid, it is a fabulous steal. Even at $100 more, I'd be pretty darn happy. And great coffee makes me very happy!
Brian S (quality: 7.3)
07.10.2007
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Great espresso at an amazing price
Sandy Townsend (quality: 5.5)
06.04.2007
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Even though this machine is not as attractive as some other machines, it is very easy to use, which means I'll use it! It also keeps me out of the coffee shops, where I pay nearly $4 for a grande!
Tom Stubbs (quality: 8.3)
02.04.2007
Rating: 9.2
Product Reviewed: Classico
Bottom Line: Outstanding Value and Outstanding Espresso
Dave S. (quality: 6.4)
01.28.2007
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: The Aroma is the Honda of espresso machines. It delivers excellent performance at a great price.
Martin Phaneuf (quality: 4.5)
12.22.2006
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Great machine, (best i think) for a small budget!
Karl Byron (quality: 6.0)
03.08.2006
Rating: 7.6
Product Reviewed: Aroma
Bottom Line: Can make a solid espresso. But lacks the control needed to tweak your way to a GREAT espresso.
Doug Dollahan (quality: 5.0)
11.06.2005
Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: Buy a new one.
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