Francis Francis X7 Espresso Machine for Easy Serving Espresso and Ground Coffee, Black

Francis Francis espresso/cappuccino machine made by illy caffe

• Uses ground coffee or ESE pods
• 15-Bar pump pressure
• Easy to use with audio/visual displays
• Automatic boiler refill
• Make 1 or 2 cups at a time with ground coffee

List Price: $ 495.00
Price: $ 494.00

Francis Francis 207001 X7 iperEspresso Machine, Red

The X7 machines uses the new revolutionary iperEspresso Method to prepare espresso. Hyper Espresso is a unique and innovative two-stage process. The first is hyper infusion. The is followed by emulsion, resulting in a thick, velvety crema and full-bodied espresso.

• Pump-driven espresso machine that exclusively uses Illy coffee capsules
• 2-stage brewing process ensures full-bodied aromatic coffee with crema
• User-friendly control panel offers oversized backlit buttons and helpful icons
• 1-touch brewing with auto-stop; steam wand; 40-ounce removable water tank
• Measures 11 by 11 by 12-1/2 inches; 1-year warranty

Rating: (out of 13 reviews)

List Price: $ 599.99
Price: $ 375.00

Francis!Francis! 201112 X1 Ground Espresso Machine, Red

The X1 Ground Espresso machine was designed for the espresso aficionado who prefers to use ground coffee to achieve the perfect cup of authentic Italian espresso. The machine was designed by Luca Trazzi. The Body is made of steel. The finish is a baked on powder coat epoxy . The 18 bar pump ensures enough pressure for the perfect extraction. Like the other Francis Francis! machines, the boiler is brass, the brewing head is chrome-plated brass, and the dual electronic thermostats control the coffee temperature and steam temperature. An automatic boiler refill offers continuous steam and prevents accidental burn out of the heating element. Easily identifiable symbols, lights and sounds makes this machine user friendly.

• 18-bar pump-driven espresso machine with user-friendly controls
• Brews 1 or 2 cups of authentic Italian espresso using ground coffee
• Dual electronic thermostats; automatic boiler refill for continuous steam
• Designed by Italian architect Luca Trazzi; durable stainless-steel housing
• Measures 10-1/5 by 9-4/5 by 13 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Rating: (out of 3 reviews)

List Price: $ 899.99
Price: $ 898.95

Francis!Francis! 201112 X1 Ground Espresso Machine, Red Reviews

Review by Penny Pincher:

We bought this based on info about how good the construction was. Paid about 0 over four years ago.(from another website) We only used it on the weekends and really enjoyed it. About six months after the one year warranty expired so did the machine! As soon as we plug it in the GFCI blows. There is some kind of short in it and the only place that repairs them is in Oregon or Seattle. So there it sits, for over two years, collecting dust. Very, very dissapointed in the machine.

Review by S. Banerji:

What a disappointment! I have to admit I go for looks. The FFx1 had it all. Or so I thought. Looks are not everything – I have learned, when it comes to espresso machines. THis is a work of art, but after 1 year of great lattes, it stopped working. Called the company- they said to descale. Well I”ve descaled and descaled – still doesn’t work. Paid alot of money for it and now have to shop for another more functional and reliable machine.

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Francis Francis! 206003 X6 Trio Espresso Machine, Black

The X6 Trio Espresso machine consistently brews excellent coffee, regardless of the user’s experience and ability. The X6 machine uses pods only. The machine was designed by Luca Trazzi. The Body is made of solid-color polycarbonate, a high-impact resin, with chrome accents. The 18 bar pump ensures enough pressure for the perfect extraction. The Trio head allows for a short, medium or long espresso using the same handle. Like the other Francis Francis! machines, the boiler is brass, the brewing head is chrome-plated brass, and the dual electronic thermostats control the coffee temperature and steam temperature. Easily identifiable symbols, lights and sounds makes this machine user friendly.

• 18 bar pump
• automatic boiler refill
• brass boiler
• dual electronic thermostats
• 40 oz. water tank

Rating: (out of 7 reviews)

List Price: $ 499.99
Price: $ 398.95

Francis Francis! 206003 X6 Trio Espresso Machine, Black Reviews

Review by Robert Lee:

This is the first espresso machine I bought, had it for about 6 mos now. And so far, I really couldn’t be happier with it for what it is – a great looking, reasonably priced machine to make a couple drinks.

I’m still learning, but I think we get pretty great tasting coffee from this. In my heart, I wanted a machine that could also do grinds. But I don’t miss paying extra for a grinder or dealing with the likely mess I would create in my kitchen. So – the pods are nice, and the trio of setting is pretty interesting. I’ve found that the lungo setting works pretty well if you don’t want to being using 2 pods for each drink. The machine performs really well. Warmup is only a few minutes, and going from brew to frothing temperature is actually really quick. You can only pull 1 shot at a time, but for my usual routine – 4 shots and frothing – this works pretty well.

This is just a great looking machine, very attractive on your kitchen counter (we bought it in white). At first, we weren’t sure about it being made from plastic – but the main body is pretty heavy duty and feels solid. It has a fairly small footprint, so it doesn’t take up too much space.

The steam wand – even given it was my first time using a machine, I can say that it is a bit awkwardly placed and hard to use at first. I bring the machine near the edge of your counter so have a little more room to maneuver. But after some practice, I really haven’t had any issues with it, and I’m able to get some decent foam. The water resevoir is nicely designed to pull out sideways, so I’m able to pull it out only half way and pour the water in from a pitcher. The drip pan is fairly shallow – but any bigger and I’d probably let coffee sit in there for weeks, so I actually like having to clean it out.

I’m sure there are bigger and badder machines out there. But for the cost, looks, and performance – this machine really fits the bill for our Saturday mornings.

Review by C. Sheng:

First of all, this machine LOOKS fantastic, which is really the reason why I bought this, despite mixed user reviews. After having used it for about 2 months now, the machine has performed pretty much as I have expected, which is to say: it produces good espresso, allbeit with a few flaws, but it looks great doing it!

The machine, like some people have observed on Amazon and several other sites, “leaks” often. The “leaks” are really just a few drops of condensation that drips down around or through the extraction element. If you’re not careful though, it could drip into your espresso and ruin your perfect shot. But the drips are a minor annoyance compared to the fact that the steam wand doesn’t extrude out nearly far enough for a frothing pitcher to comfortably fit under it when you lower the pitcher as the froth forms. The pitcher hits the base of the unit before you can lower it enough for the froth to reach the top. The space between the extraction group and the bottom is so tight, in fact, there really isn’t room for you to even insert a thermometer into the pitcher. So you’re left with guessing what the temperature of the milk is as you steam it. You also have to tilt the mug at quite an extreme angle to receive hot water from the wand for your Americano. And guess what? You can’t fill the mug to the top when you tilt it that much.

So in short, the design LOOKS great, but really isn’t done with usability in mind. Did i mention that it LOOKS GREAT?! ok, you get the point, i’m sure. If you must have an espresso machine that looks great with a specific decor, then this is a good purchase. Otherwise, you may be able find something else that’ll make just as good of espresso that’s easier to use.

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Francis Francis 208003 X8 iperEspresso Machine, Black

The X8 machines uses the new revolutionary iperEspresso Method to prepare espresso. Hyper Espresso is a unique and innovative two-stage process. The first is hyper infusion. This is followed by emulsion, resulting in a thick, velvety crema and full-bodied espresso.

• Pump-driven espresso machine that exclusively uses Illy coffee capsules
• 2-stage brewing process ensures full-bodied aromatic coffee with crema
• Simple controls; easy-to-read LED display; manual shut-off; steam wand
• 40-ounce removable water reservoir; decalcification solution included
• Measures 13-4/5 by 8 by 13-2/5 inches; 1-year warranty

Rating: (out of 14 reviews)

List Price: $ 699.99
Price: $ 349.99

Francis Francis X6 Trio Espresso Machine – BLACK

FrancisFrancis 206003 X6 Trio espresso maker. Black color. This 1100-watt espresso/cappuccino machine features a stylish retro-contemporary design that makes a strong visual statement in any kitchen. With an 18-bar pressure pump and quality all-brass boiler and brewing components, the machine works exclusively with ESE single-serve coffee pods for perfectly measured espresso every time. Thanks to its innovative Trio Technology, all it takes is a simple and intuitive rotation of the filter holder to make three different espresso preparations–short (ristretto), normal (espresso), and long (espresso lungo). The same coffee pod can therefore be used to obtain three different results. For added convenience, the machine maintains the ideal temperature needed for dispensing coffee or steam, and the boiler refills automatically for continuous steam for cappuccinos and lattes, as well as to prevent heating element burn-out. The unit’s removable water tank provides a 5-cup capacity with water levels visible from both sides. Other highlights include a steam jet with a built-in milk foamer, a steam knob, a central and removable dishwasher-safe spout, easily identifiable symbols on the function buttons, a removable stainless-steel drip tray, and a cup warmer with safety rail. Housed in solid-color high-impact ABS plastic with chrome accents and weighing about 16 pounds, the espresso/cappuccino machine measures 10-1/4 by 11 by 12-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty with the manufacturer. Made in Italy.
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• 18-bar pressure pump and quality all-brass boiler and brewing components
• Works exclusively with ESE single-serve coffee pods for perfectly measured espresso every time
• Simple and intuitive rotation of the filter holder to make three different espresso preparations
• Made in Italy
• One-year limited warranty with the manufacturer

Price: $ 349.00

FrancisFrancis! 201030 X1 Trio Espresso Machine, Stainless

The X1 Trio Espresso machine consistently brews excellent coffee, regardless of the user’s experience and ability. The X1Trio machine uses pods only. The machine was designed by Luca Trazzi. The Body is made of steel. The finish is a baked-on powder coat epoxy. The 18 bar pump ensures enough pressure for the perfect extraction. The Trio head allows for a short, medium or long espresso using the same handle. Like the other Francis Francis! machines, the boiler is brass, the brewing head is chrome-plated brass, and the dual electronic thermostats control the coffee temperature and steam temperature. Easily identifiable symbols, lights and sounds makes this machine user friendly.

• 1100-watt espresso machine housed in durable steel
• Trio extraction group for choosing long, normal, or ristretto espresso
• Uses E.S.E. coffee pods; electronic control system; 18-bar pump pressure
• 5-cup removable water tank; brass boiler; steam jet; cup warmer
• Measures 10-1/4 by 9-5/6 by 13 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Rating: (out of 7 reviews)

Price: $ 799.00

Francis Francis X6 Trio Espresso Machine Red

From renowned Italian espresso machine maker francis francis and architect Luca Trazzi, the X6 features an 18 Bar pressure pump and unique Trio Technology that makes three espresso preparations: short (ristretto), normal(espresso) and long (espresso lungo). With quality all-brass boiler and brewing components, the X6 is designed to work exclusively with E.S.E. Servings (pods) for perfectly measured and tamped espresso every time. And the stylish retro-contemporary design makes a strong visual statement in any kitchen.

• 1100-watt espresso/cappuccino machine housed in ABS plastic with chrome accents
• Works with ESE pods; 18-bar pressure pump; all-brass boiler refills automatically
• Trio Technology allows for making 3 espresso preparations–short, normal, and long
• 5-cup removable water tank; steam jet with built-in milk foamer; handy cup warmer
• Measures 10-1/4 by 11 by 12-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Price: $ 349.00