by stevenzaat » Wed Oct 19, 2005 6:55 pm
Catherine,
I don't think the Rancilio is difficult to use, the only thing is that the pregrinded supermarket coffee can not be used because it is grinded to coarse to give any resistance to the pressure of the machine. But if you want a decent espresso you need the pressure of a machine like the Rancilio. Pregrinded coffee at a specialty store is OK, if you tell them you have a Rancilio. Furthermore the machine is easy to use. Not more difficult then any other machine or the more cheap machines. Maybe the full automatic machines are more easy, but more expensive and the quality of the coffee is not great. Definitely not at a par level with the Rancilio.
Conclusion: The Rancilio is not very expensive, easy to use and the quality is great. So value for money wise the machine is very good machine.
Best regards,
Steven
La Marzocco GS/3 with a Mini Mazzer Electronic (version B) for my espresso/cappuccino
Solis Maestro grinder for my french press vacuum brewed coffee, Hottop roaster, Cona D coffee brewer and a Bodum French Press.