Coffee machines

Sunbeam Cafe Espresso II EM3820 review

Sunbeam Cafe Espresso II EM3820

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Very good taste test score.
  • Very good milk frothing.
  • Cup warming plate.
  • Drip tray with full indicator.
  • Very even coffee temperature when making consecutive cups of coffee.
  • Very good controls.
  • Excellent instructions regarding pre-heating the cups/machine and coffee making.
  • Can accommodate larger cups fairly easily. Note: Some batches of this product have been recalled.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Some batches of this model have been recalled. See https://www.sunbeam.com.au/en/Content/recall/ for more information.

Type

Machine type
Manual

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Taste test score
80%
Ease of use score
72%
Milk frothing score
80%
Coffee temperature consistency score
90%
Measured heat-up time
1 min 15 sec
Time taken to froth 200mL milk
1 min

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
78%
Brand satisfaction score
84%
Warranty (years)
1
Country of origin
China
Shop Ethical rating
F

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Cost

Price
$159.00

Specifications

Capsule type
N/A
Type of heating system
Thermoblock
Water reservoir capacity (L)
1.7
Stated pump pressure (bar)
15
Dimensions (cm, HxWxD)
32 x 21 x 27
Weight (kg)
5
Contents of packaging
Espresso machine, group handle, one and two cup filters (dual wall), coffee tamp, measuring spoon, milk frothing jug and literature.
Website
sunbeam.com.au

Features

Standby mode
Automatic power turn-off
Removable water reservoir
Water tank empty reminder
Hot water nozzle
Yes (same as steam nozzle)
Removable drip tray
Yes (with full indicator)
Cup warming plate
Recycle scheme
N/A
Cord storage
Programmable coffee quantity
Digital display
Espresso pressure or milk temperature gauge
Adjustable water temperature for coffee making
Adjustable steam pump rate
Jug for milk frothing
Milk frothing
Steam wand

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