WACACO Minipresso GR, Portable Espresso Machine, Compatible Ground Coffee, Hand Coffee Make, Travel Gadgets, Manually Operated, Perfect for Camping

Damn, for a device that does not run on electricity or batteries, this makes some really ASTONISHING espressso coffee! The instructions on the box itself was super easy to understand. Got some french roast coffee powder and hot water ready, and started pumping out espresso coffee within minutes of receiving the box through Amazon! Easy to tell that coffee is coming out as you feel extra pressure on the device and the pump. You will know its done when the pressure gets back to being 'too easy'. The flavor of the coffee is dictated by the coffee powder used and my french roast espresso turned out super tasty! Cleaning this device was a breeze as you run everything under water. And once done, the device is put back in its original shape and its a very tiny looking cylinder thats driven by manual power to brew coffee! HUGE highlight for traveling and for times when you need a quick coffee fix and you are not near a coffee maker or a coffee shop.

So far, the product works and deliver a good espresso, is not perfect, but the fact that you can travel, and make 1 with this small amount of tools is enough for the purpose.

Easy to use, you can grab a delicious espresso everywhere you go.

So this product is very interesting. It works. I'm not sure how it works, but it does. Now don't think you are going to get a massive pull, like an actual double shot out of it, but you will definitely get the foamy thick espresso texture you're looking for, somewhere between 3/4 of a shot and a full shot. (Which for most people making something at home or on the go is sufficient. The main allure of this product is it's portability, and being able to travel and make espresso (which I have not done yet). And I think it could work, but you'd have to make sure you have the ability to boil water if you're hiking or something. The main way people will probably use this, is if they are visiting family and friends and really want espresso, they can just use this portable maker. I bought this because my wife likes to make espresso tonic, but that's not enough to buy a fancy expensive machine.The main con with this espresso maker is that it really can't handle that much pressure. There is a section where you put the fine grinds, and then on the opposite side, you put your boiling water in a little tank that connect to the pressure cage (and then you essentially pump hot water through the grounds, and it filters out the other side of the container). This actually took me a second to figure out - the instructions were not clear that you have to flip the container, but luckily I found the video before I started pressing the pump.But back to the pressure: if you fill the little container full of grounds, tamper it down, and then go - it will be too full, and when the coffee expands, the water can't actually seep through to the other side. This has happened to us several times, and we finally figured out that you have to really hang back on how much coffee you use in the little chamber, I'd go for filling it up half-way, tampering it down, and then trying it, just don't try to pack it tight.All in all, it's pretty cool, and we'll keep using it. We'll see if it gets worn out or still works in a few months.

If you're a coffee lover on the go, the Minipresso is a game changer. It’s compact, lightweight, and doesn’t need electricity—just hot water and a bit of hand power. Whether I’m camping, road-tripping, or stuck in a hotel with terrible coffee, this little machine delivers a surprisingly rich and smooth espresso.

Product is exactly as described and works well. It feels good in my hands and is easy to use. While not quick it does provide a great product and is compact and portable.

I bought this as I live in a small space and instead of getting an Italian moka pot, I got this so I can store it much easier. First use was great. Immediately got about half a shot of espresso but then it took some work to try to fill the cup. I decided to just use what I got which was maybe about 3/4. Next use took even more work to get half a shot of espresso. Its also hard to be sure when exactly all the water has been used so when I finally am able to open where I put the espresso, sometimes I still get espresso leaking out.I also don't know how I'm supposed to prevent any of the orange parts from getting wet per the instructions. After the first use, I didn't find somewhere to place the machine so it could sit upright and left it laying on the counter so when I came home from school, open the compartments, water and espresso was everywhere. I tried cleaning out the compartments w/ just a paper towel but it wasn't doing that good of a job.Overall, I should've just gotten an Italian moka pot. Even if I could get a full espresso and easily clean this, I don't know how anyone can get a full shot under 30 minutes. I leave it in a glass so I can do other stuff while it drips but it just doesn't get to half now after just 3 uses. Maybe I'm just using it wrong but I've seen some videos and no one really gets into the cleaning up or shows how long it takes them to get a full shot of espresso. I'd be wary if you want this as a quick to go/space saving option

Bought to use while on tour.Shockingly good espresso—photo is after I took a few sips but the crema is great, coffee not bitter, super easy to use.