KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine and Automatic Milk Frother Attachment - KES6404

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I’ve been using this espresso machine for a year now, and while it’s better than I expected overall, there are some clear areas for improvement. One issue is that after the brewing time ends, water keeps dripping from the spout, causing over-extraction. The machine should fully stop the water flow when the brewing time is over. Also, the steam wand could use an upgrade. A three-hole steam tip would make frothing milk easier and create more uniform, creamy foam compared to the current single-hole design.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Delicious coffee. Easy to use. So glad I purchased!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We got this espresso machine in Jan. 2022. Since then we have had it replaced twice. The first two machines had a hard time brewing a correct/consistent amount of espresso shots. Our second machine wouldn’t even respond when we would click any buttons for 5-10 minutes at a time, even with us turning it off and on again. Our third one is very finicky with the steamer, it spits and sputters, making a mess occasionally and other moments it’s just fine.

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I got this for Christmas last year, and worked great until it didn't. Working with customer service now to see what's up, but the espresso shot 2 size wont work, it makes sounds and nothing comes out until a few drips when it stopped. Hope it's a simple fix, as three isn't much else at a comparable price that isn't the disposable cups

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Emphasis on Coffee Short story; pretty good coffee machine. KitchenAid provides a complete package of high quality accessories that wouldn’t leave anyone wanting for brewing coffee. Regarding Espresso, it’s another matter. An item or 2 is required and or replaced in addition to patience and technique in order to pull a shot of tasty expresso. In the Beginning I've owned various Espresso machines. Moka Pot, Super-automatic leading to purchasing a Prosumer espresso machine and Grinder. It was the Prosumer machine where I learned how to pull a decent shot of espresso. Nowadays I had a very inexpensive espresso machine. Which has been set aside for the KitchenAid. Accessories Accessories Of all the machines that I’ve owned, out of the box, the KES640BM includes everything required to make coffee straightaway. All of items illuminates KitchenAid’s attention to detail as well as their Industrial Design prowess. For example, the machine features a detachable Streaming Wand with the inclusion of a Stainless Steel Milk Pitcher and an Automatic Milk Frothier. Both Pressurized and Non-pressurized Filter Baskets are provided. Its Commercial Size 58mm Portafilter is aesthetically beautiful. Steam Heat Like every other espresso machine that I’ve owned, despite the manufacturer’s claims of quickly reaching temperature, the reality is at least 40 minutes is necessary to achieve optimal brewing temperature. Dial “G” for Espresso “Dialing in” the KitchenAid, using 100% Arabica Beans, Medium Roast, espresso blend. Utilizing its Single Dose non-pressurized filter basket there wasn’t much taste difference between new and old espresso machines. My assumption was that the issue was not with the KitchenAid, but was with my Grinder. I reasoned, that it was time for an upgrade. Upon replacing the grinder, brewing the same 100% Arabica Beans blend, I could taste “Notes of Flavors” a 1st for me. Where’s the Creama? Next up with a blend of both Arabica and Robusto Beans. Again a Medium Roast. The inclusion of Robusto Beans should’ve create larger amounts of Creama. My Initially results was puzzling as I didn't experience any more Creama. After an Investigation I found the culprit to be the Portafilter because its plastic liner, there to divert the coffee into its spouts, didn't conduct heat and also created a bottleneck. It was replaced with both a Bottomless and 2-Spout Portafilters. LIKE - Full set of high-quality accessories - Delicious espresso once dialed - Commercial sized 58mm Portafilter - Fantastic Value - Heated Cup warmer - Great Steaming Ability - Automatic Milk Frothier NO LIKE - Needs to be more focused at being an espresso machine too many compromises for coffee drinkers - Goes into Sleep too quickly, doing so does not allow machine sufficient time to achieve optimal brewing temperature resulting in under brewed, sour, tasting espresso - Would have liked it to have a Metal Body but they're too expensive. Plastic body not Robust like my KitchenAid Stand Mixer Conclusion It does have some annoying traits. I would’ve preferred to have an adjustable sleep timer rather than adjustable water temperatures. Still KitchenAid has delivered the best espresso experience in my coffee journey. This was made so by a couple additions and patiences.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had mine for about 3 weeks. Only downer is I replaced the portafilter to a bottomless. That being, because I didn’t like the fact that there is plastic inside the filter itself. I don’t feel like boiling hot water and plastic is a well combination. This machine is capable of pulling the perfect espresso when using fresh beans and properly packing it (super creamy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased this machine a month ago and have been so impressed. set up was simple, easy to use and clean. only draw back is the temperature of the espresso, on the hottest setting, I would like it warmer.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I wasn’t expecting that model will be higher quality than the previous .

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very happy with it after 2 or 3 cheaper machines failed. Works well and is very intelligently thought out. Nice features and some neat extras. Feels like something made by the people who made my Sherman tank of a mixer.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very simple to use and clean and the espresso coffee choices such as cappuccino, latte is great

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) We love our new coffee machine! We are making all kinds of different coffees, espressos and lattes. The milk frother is amazing! What a wonderful machine. I also recommend the kitchenaid grinder. Two great machines!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I bought this almost a month ago and have been it loving each and every time I use it. I’m not a coffee person but this machine made me step out of my comfort zone :D Such a worthy purchase

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This espresso machine has been a welcomed addition to our kitchen. It’s convenient, reliable and easy to use.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the espresso machine. My husband never drank coffee, but now wants a daily cappuccino

There was a bit of a learning curve but the documentation with the product was helpful on setting up and using the machine. Add in a little online research about grinds and tamping and beans/bean quality, and a new burr grinder, and I have been delighted with the quality of drinks. A note on the automatic milk frother... After using it once, I probably won't be using it much. Too many more items to clean. Easier to just run a little extra steam out the wand after frothing/steaming the milk. Some reviews said that the steaming took too long ... perhaps coffee shop machines are a bit quicker, but this is fine. Everything feels like it is solidly built and assembled. Purchased mainly for lattes, but so far the iced Americano was particularly impressive!

I finally spent my Saturday morning making a decision as to return this unit after struggling with no creama from my shots ground at 4 different settings over the past 2 months. Now I see that my Cuisinart DBM-8, grinder doesn't grind a fine enough grade for this machine. Although, my old Breville 800 ESXL; which I have used for years always gave me a nice creama from grounds from the same Cuisinart grinder. I compared the pre-ground coffee expresso vs my Cusinart finely fresh ground expresso. The coffee ran through much too fast with the freshly ground expresso and I never got much creama. The pre-ground expresso took longer to express and gave me a nice creama. Which means I'd have to only use pre-ground beans with this unit or buy another coffee grinder. I prefer to freshly grind my beans. Also, I believe I tamp with enough recommended pressure, but the puck was inconsistent after several attempts when using the freshly ground beans. Finally, I was fortunate enough to get the bonus purchase which included the milk dispenser. Unfortunately, it takes too many extra steps to clean it for the limited amount of froth it yielded. And using the manual steam wand didn't give me much froth and I think it scorched the milk. I love my KitchenAid appliances, but with only 2 days left to return it to the store, we are going to have to depart company.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Got espresso machine as a gift. Love it. The attached milk frother is not as great. Takes forever to froth the milk and only does small amount.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this espresso machine about a month ago so I could have lattes with my new stay at home job. As a beginner I was a bit intimidated of most machines and have come to love how easy it is to use this KitchenAid machine! I makes delicious espresso practically with the touch of a button! I enjoy the semi-automatic milk frother but have started manually frothing milk as I feel I can achieve my desired froth level a bit easier this way. I would highly recommend this machine to anyone!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After few months of searching for a new espresso machine I’m really happy with the kitchenaid. The espresso shots are amazing consistently. It was hard to find a machine with all I wanted. Pressurized/unpressurized filters, 58 mm portafilter and water temperature selection. After trying different brands, this one is the one that stays with us. The authomatic milk frother works ok, but I like better to manually prepare the milk

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love KitchenAid and their well build products. This one does not disappoint. This is a very simple semi automatic espresso machine with an automatic milk frother. The milk frother took me a few tries to figure out but once I got it, I am now sold for life.