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Overall Rating	8.2, Based on 146 Reviews
Avg Price	$350.00
Manufacturer	Estro
Machine Type	Pump, Single Boiler, Reservoir, Semi Auto Espresso Machine
Colors	Varies
Class	Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review	No
First Look	No
QuickShot	No

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Consumer Espresso: Starbucks Barista
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William French (quality: 7.5)	06.05.2009	Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: a simple, reliable machine that can produce delicious coffee

Max Johnson (quality: 7.7)	05.03.2009	Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Great machine

Barry Nielsen (quality: 6.0)	03.28.2009	Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: a very reasonably priced machine to learn the basics of coffee preparation, especially if found used.

Mark D (quality: 3.0)	02.25.2009	Rating: 5.0
Bottom Line: Save your money and buy a Gaggia

Douglas Engel	10.18.2008	Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Sturdy, well made, and simple to use.

Loren B (quality: 5.0)	09.27.2008	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Consider the Auber PID for the Starbucks Barista for consistent great tasting shots....

G Laufer (quality: 3.3)	08.17.2008	Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: Buy it as a first machine or one you just want to use occasionaly.

Sheryl Garnik	05.10.2008	Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: A great first machine! Have never regretted the purchase.

Dean Deaver	04.23.2008	Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: It's been an okay machine. Average at best. It's okay for the price, but I'm looking to upgrade now.

Jan Henneberry (quality: 2.0)	04.20.2008	Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: 2 pounds of beans will pay for the machine!

Larry Lemmon (quality: 5.0)	02.18.2008	Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: I considered this to be an entry machine that I would replace with a more sophisticated - expensive one. After using it for 6 months, I'll use it til it dies.

Jay McG (quality: 6.0)	01.29.2008	Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: learn how to replace the seals for the steam wand yourself and you should be happy

Rick Hiebert (quality: 2.0)	01.28.2008	Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: Be prepared for repair bills

Linda Hughes (quality: 5.0)	01.15.2008	Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: I love my machine, it makes better latte's than Starbuck's, it paid for itself in 6 months!

Ben Moore (quality: 4.0)	12.31.2007	Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: 10+ years of faithful service from my Proteo without a problem. This should say it all.

JENNIFER BETUZZI (quality: 2.7)	12.20.2007	Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Great expresso and great frothing wand. Wish the machine was able to make a really hot cup of coffee.

Angie Weaver (quality: 7.0)	12.18.2007	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: I will never go back to the store bought drinks!! Sooo happy with this purchase! Thanks for your help in choosing the right machine :)

Liz Runkle (quality: 3.0)	12.13.2007	Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: I'm keeping this one until it is beyond repair... it's 12 now and may last much longer.

Larry Holt (quality: 8.0)	12.08.2007	Rating: 3.2
Bottom Line: Good beginner machine... You shouldn't pay over $200 for it... Decent machine to hone your skills with...

Michael Rasborn (quality: 6.8)	10.26.2007	Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Affordable now, $249, $399 then; very solid performer, extensive parts available online if needed; makes excellent, crema-filled espresso; good foam with effort and patience; drained pucks well.

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