The Mr. Coffee Steam Espresso Machine is ranked #3 in how easy it is to Clean, #3 in how simple it is to Use, #3 in how well it makes Foam, #3 in the range of features it offers and suitability for use by Baristas, #4 in its suitability for Use at Home and #5 in its ability of making Cappuccino. 
"…easily and is very easy to maintain. The only problem my wife has run into with it is figuring out the steamer function, but that's likely just an issue of not reading the directions..." - on May 14 2009 …full review
"…operation. Brew / Off / Steam... That's it. -Looks good, no weird protrusions or buttons. Easy to clean. -Coffee pucks are dry and easier to clean then the wet ones created by Krups /…" - on Jan 4 2009 …full review
"…too. Regarding the cord: no, it is not too short and yes, it is wrapped under the machine. Eyes up! The product is easy to clean and great for having a quick coffee of decent quality." - on Jul 27 2008 …full review
"This espresso maker is very easy to use, easy to clean. Wise purchase I made." - on Mar 25 2008 …full review
"…a completely flat bottom, with 90 degree sides, it would be A LOT more useful. These are simple things, that could be fixed without increasing the price. The switch between brewing…" - on Jun 20 2009 …full review
"I love this machine. It is easy to use, inexpensive and makes a delicious latte. We did have to exchange the first one we bought because it didn't froth the milk. The replacement is…" - on Feb 8 2009 …full review
"Bought this at Target for Christmas. Works great, easy to use. Took advice from the previous reviews and bought a frothing pitcher. I just use the scooper it comes with to tamp it…" - on Dec 31 2008 …full review
"The coffee maker is just what I wanted. It's simple and makes a great cup of coffee. It's a great value!" - on Dec 25 2008 …full review
"…if it was going to be crappy or not. To my surprise, it has worked really well. Its really easy to use- an 8 year old could work this thing. I went up to starbucks and got a $10 bag of…" - on Nov 30 2008 …full review
"… I have not used it though, so i cant say for sure. Another reviewer did suggest putting a foam attachment onto the wand, which seems like a good idea, but where would one find this…" - on Jun 20 2009 …full review
"…shops for hundreds of dollars! Heat the milk in the microwave for about a minute before you foam it and it won't take as long, that way the steam just needs to foam it and doesn't need…" - on Apr 3 2009 …full review
"… I drink cappuccinos & my husband likes espresso. He said the espresso is good and the frother works great! Some reviewers said their frother didn't work - well it's not in the…" - on Feb 17 2009 …full review
"…comparable or often better, than some of the ready-made espresso drinks in the stores, and frother works perfect as well. Overall - if you are on a tight budget and do not really…" - on Jan 28 2009 …full review
"…cappuccino / latte -Steam frother is strong, plastic tip is removable. Makes thick micro foam -Much more quiet then a pump machine, no loud grinding and bumping noises. -Small…" - on Jan 4 2009 …full review
"…to come in and hope it fits this machine. Would have given it 5 stars, but as a former barista, I know that to make a good latte I need a steaming pitcher and a tamper. So for an…" - on Oct 12 2008 …full review
"I've spent a couple thousand bucks on new kitchen appliances this year, and hit the jackpot with my $40 espresso maker. I'm a sucker for stainless steel products, and this one looks and…" - on Dec 3 2008 …full review
"Bought this from Target on sale for $33, and it was worth it. The unit takes up a small footprint on your kitchen counter, is pretty light weight. One thing to note is that the cord to…" - on Dec 21 2007 …full review
"If You're Buying Espresso/Cappuccino at a Coffee Shop - Buy This!" - on Feb 17 2009 …full review
"Great little gadget if you like cappuccino only. For a really good espresso, go for a pump-driven machine." - on Jan 28 2009 …full review
"…a pump. But if your going to add steamed milk and froth to your espresso to make a latte or a cappuccino, this machine is the way to go. PROS -Inexpensive -Makes good 'steam' cappuccino…" - on Jan 4 2009 …full review
"I've had this machine for about a month and it works wonderfully. It's easy to make a good latte or cappuccino with it. The only problem that I've had with it so far is that the steaming…" - on Sep 6 2008 …full review
"…many buttons, just the two functions: frothing milk and brewing coffee. As a foundation for cappuccino or latte macchiato, this one is great, too. Regarding the cord: no, it is not too…" - on Jul 27 2008 …full review