SageThe Barista Pro, Bean to Cup Coffee Machine with Grinder and Milk Frother, Black Truffle

I decided to take the plunge and move away from pod coffee to sourcing artisan beans from my local roaster and taking control of all aspects of the brewing process. This machine allows me to choose how fine or coarse to grind my beans, exactly how much coffee I use per brew and how long I run the infusion for. The consistency of every step is excellent! I also appreciate the low water alert feature - previous machines I have used only fail when the water runs out, but this one alerts you to refill the reservoir before it runs dry, ensuring you never airlock your pump. I also really like the Dosing Funnel attachment, this make the whole process mess-free! No more grounds scattered all over the countertop! Using the funnel when grinding keeps all the coffee in the brew filter while you tamp it down with the included tamper (which stores away very handily in it's magnetic storage bay). While I don't often use the steam wand to froth milk (I drink my coffee black) when I do, it works flawlessly and is easy to keep clean. I highly recommend this machine for people who really enjoy coffee and want the best tase for the least hassle.

This is an upgrade on my Sage Barista Express (also an excellent machine) and I’m already enjoying the significantly faster times to heat up, create steam, foam milk, and be ready for the next cup.I’m still working on fully dialling in the extraction but I’m already seeing the potential for improved coffee quality.Reading some of the other reviews, I think it’s important to point out that this is NOT a bean-to-cup machine. It’s primarily a manual operation and you need to understand or want to learn the fundamentals of grind, dose, tamp, and extraction to get good results.Honestly, my first three pulls were terrible. I can imagine anyone expecting to press a button and get a good cup would be sorely disappointed.For me, I love the process of making my own coffee and continually experimenting and improving. With patience and skill, this machine will develop sweeter, richer, tastier espressos and lattes than you can find in most coffee shops. You will be fully rewarded for your investment in the machine, finding your perfect extraction, and using high quality, fresh beans.If you want to push a button, buy a Nespresso. If you want to be a superstar home barista, this is your next purchase.Hats off to Amazon for speed of delivery - only 13 hours from order to doorbell ring!

The Sage the Barista Pro Espresso Machine is an absolute game-changer for any coffee enthusiast! The value for money is simply great; you're getting a professional-grade espresso machine that delivers exceptional results.With this machine, I can now create coffee shop-quality espressos right in the comfort of my own home. The flavor and aroma are simply unmatched. It's a true barista experience at my fingertips.The package includes a range of incredibly useful accessories that make the whole process a breeze. From the precision grinder to the steam wand, everything is designed for ultimate convenience. The quality of each accessory is top-notch.Using this machine is a breeze, even for someone like me who's not a professional barista. The intuitive controls and clear instructions ensure a seamless experience. It's a joy to operate.Lastly, the sleek design of the Barista Pro is the cherry on top. It looks absolutely stunning in my kitchen, adding a touch of elegance to the space.If you're serious about your coffee, this machine is worth every penny. It's elevated my home brewing game to a whole new level. I couldn't be happier with this purchase!

I used to have Sage Duo Temp Pro and Smart Grinder Pro, but after 5 years of usage it started to wear out. The Barista Pro seems to be a nice upgrade. There are a couple cons:- grinder has a lot of retention, but I wouldn’t expect anything better at this price point- compared to Barista Express, it doesn’t have the pressure clockPro:- intuitive- great value for the money- customisable - brew temp, brew time- great looking- coffee is really tastyI was a little worried that Black Truffle variant I have got will be made of some kind of plastic (like the cheap bean to cup machines), but all parts that should have, are made out of metal. Haven’t seen any scratches so far, but had the machine only for a week now.Definitely 5/5 and I would buy it again - there is nothing better on the market at this price point for an espresso machine.

The fact that it grinds the coffee fresh and then makes the creamiest cappuccino changed my morning coffee pleasure. I should've bought this Sage machine years ago instead of wasting time and money on 2 delonghis both of which broke down within 2 years and I didn't have decent coffee during that time.

I am a barista and bought it for home using, it was as I expected.

The media could not be loaded. I had this coffee maker for a year or so now.The bad! ...Coffee hopper is bad. Coffee simply gets stuck in small opening of the hopper and you get inconsistent grind amount.It is easy to program it for a custom shot BUT it will never deliver consistency. You wil get either overextractes or underextracted shot.Shots are different one from another.The Good! ...Looks nice.Easy to use.Easy to clean.I won't be choosing Sage next time around. This coffee maker is overrated as all you have is a struggle making coffee consistently.