Talos 20

Very user friendly and great for those just beginning their journey with an espresso machine! We had to play around with the grind settings until we found the perfect combo and now our daily coffees are professional barista quality! And you can’t beat that price for this quality machine!

We love this machine! We like how everything is all in one, and it works so nicely. We had another brand before and love this one so much more.

Beautiful product, I am obsessed!

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There is a little bit of a learning curve to get this going, but it is worth the effort. Freshly ground beans and dropped into the filter holder, a quick tamp and then under the water dispenser for fresh espresso. The steamer quickly warms up milk for a cappuccino. The hopper can hold a load of beans in standard set up, several pounds with the extension piece. This is almost a commercial machine, which is reflected in the price but, for home use, it has the look and feel of something that will last for years.

After a trip to Italy last year, I became fascinated with espresso machines. They are really such intricate and cool pieces of equipment. I couldn’t wait to research machines and try making espresso for myself when I got home. This machine is so beautiful. It brightens up the counter just by sitting there, even if I’m not using it at the moment. I didn’t see dimensions of the machine at the time of this listing, so I tried to take some measurements for you. It is almost exactly a 12” square cube. The directions are thorough and easy to follow, especially if you are new to making espresso manually, as I was. There is a built-in grinder which you can adjust to your preferred level of coarseness. It comes with the milk jug, a dusting brush, the portafilter, a tamper, and even a cloth to wipe the machine off. Everything goes together easily and is fairly intuitive to figure out, even for a beginner like I am. The first time I was using the steamer, I accidentally overflowed the milk a little bit, but that was my fault, not the machine’s. My advice would be if you are new to steaming milk (as I was), start with just a little bit until you figure out how it works. It froths up quickly, and you don’t want to get burned. I love that this machine can dispense hot water as well, if I feel like having tea instead of coffee in the morning. I am going to include a video of how it actually works, and let me say that this just might be my new favorite kitchen toy. If you are passionate about coffee like I am, treat yourself to this machine. It will improve your life and make your kitchen beautiful, whether it is on or off. I just love it.

Besides that the espresso machine was build in 2018/ witch makes it eight years old, the machine does not work as advertised, the pressure gauge does not built up pressure. Coffee is coming out is just warm and nothing like expected. Customer service takes two day to answer your e-mail at the help desk. They wont take back the unit, instead they want me to make a video of the brewing process and sent it to them??? never heard of this P.S.

Great machine! I’m new to espresso machines. I thought this machine had everything I wanted and the price point was great for the machine and everything you need to get started. It took me about a week to dial in the settings. The machine is made well, and easy to use and clean. I’m still learning how to steam milk but it works. It’s a good machine for beginners.

Amazing espresso machine! Does the same amazing job as the $1000 machines. Easy to set up. Easy to use. Had the perfect grind zoned in in under 4 tries. So happy with this machine!

I will be honest I was very hesitant to buy a machine that looked like a high-end machine I used to have that had a much lower price. I’m so glad I decided to take a chance on this espresso machine.. It has exceeded our expectations.. We had a machine that cost $600 more and this machine performs every bit as well as that machine did.. extremely easy to use very quick and easy to set up and it makes amazing espresso, Americano, lattes and cappuccinos. Do yourself a favor and order this machine.. you won’t regret it

Easy assembly, works great and perfect size for any design you set up. Love it! 😍 PS fast delivery.

I'm the opposite of a coffee snob, I drink k-cups and drown them in milk and sugar. After a few months of using this espresso machine, I still drink milk and sugar drinks (and lattes and cappuccinos) but I have been turning my nose up at k-cups. Seriously, after drinking espresso-coffee, k-cups taste disgusting. There is a steep learning curve with this, it is not the kind of machine you just press a button to get great coffee, it can be, but you have to do the work and set it up. The quality of the coffee you make is also dependent on your technique and coffee beans. The machine will reward you if you are willing to put in the time and effort.So since I was a complete beginner at espresso machines I took a bit of a deep dive to learn the ins and outs of dosing, dialing in, milk frothing and everything. It took tons of trial and error but I think I got it in the end and manually programmed everything so it works. I think I'd probably get a D- in espresso school, but it works for me so I don't want to mess with it.One quirk with this is that if you look into instruction guides, almost everyone recommends ditching the single dose basket because they are harder to dial in, and only using the double basket. I had an extremely hard time with this though and I could not get the double dose basket working no matter what I tried. Even overstuffing the basket with a huge mound of coffee, I would still not get enough pressure. But the single dose basket just works, and I manually set it so I've been making double dose coffee in the single dose basket and the pressure is perfectly in the middle of the pressure gauge. I don't know if there is a quirk with the baskets, I know each basket from different brands are slightly different, so maybe this one is just not optimal. Maybe I haven't figured it out yet, but I'm currently operating on a "if it ain't broke don't fix it", and I don't want to change my current process. If you are struggling with the double dose basket, try the single one.The other issue is the grinder doesn't seem to get fine enough. I have to set it to the finest setting for it to get an appropriate amount of pressure, but since it doesn't get any finer, I have less room for adjustment. I can't imagine what I would use the coarser settings for.The preprogrammed buttons are a trap I think and not very good because the machine doesn't know what kind of beans you are putting in, how much espresso is in the basket, etc. If you're spending the time to make espresso, might as well go all in and manually program it for your taste. It is easy to manually program, you just hold the button to override the programming, then when it's good you release the button, and it will remember the setting.Frothing is also difficult for beginners, and it took me longer to get frothing down than the actual coffee. Once you figure out the correct angle to put the frothing wand in, it does get much easier. The frothing wand on the machine is great, but your success will depend on your skill. If you don't have the correct angle and depth you will get a loud screeching sound, and possibly get milk spraying everywhere. Once you get the technique down, there should be no loud sounds. If your technique isn't right, there is also the risk of getting cold or lukewarm coffee, but preheating coffee cups helps with that too.With those quirks out of the way, the machine is very good. The manually programmed buttons means that I can make myself a cup of coffee while I'm half asleep while making sure it is to my exact specifications. It is fast and the pressure gauge makes it easy to confirm that everything is going smoothly. The pressure gauge is very handy to have for beginners trying to dial in their espresso. I got mine consistently in the middle with my settings, and if the pressure dips or is too high, then I know what I have to fix to get it right.Making milk drinks like lattes and cappuccinos is super fun with this machine and there are so many possibilities with fancy flavorings and syrups. But lately I've just been making a shot and just pouring boiling water on top (and milk and sugar) for my morning coffee. This makes the perfect temperature coffee for me that stays hot for a long time, and tastes way better than k-cup coffee.A minor thing I really didn't like about this machine is it doesn't warn you that the tank is low before you start making coffee. But, if you try making coffee with the tank low, it will start and then stop midway. I have ruined and wasted so much coffee this way and I get frustrated that the machine just starts without warning you. Then when you fill the tank and try to start again, the pressure is never right.The machine itself is great. The included accessories like the portafilter and tamp are good but I did have a bit of an issue with them getting loose by themselves, so I have to tighten them after every couple of uses. Despite that they are well made and sturdy.Looks wise the machine is beautiful. ...

The Brooklyn espresso machine has a high quality appearance and sits well on my kitchen counter without taking up a lot of space. The machinery is well designed to encompass an “all in one” functional device. The installation and operation booklet is concise and helpful. There is however a bit of a learning curve in using the machine with several takes of trial and error. The machine itself and all accessory pieces are solid state, not flimsy. Enjoying a morning cup of homemade espresso is a splendid pleasure in life.

Having traditionally used K-cups or Nespressos in the past, I can confidently say that the coffee made with this machine is definitely better tasting (having lost the burned taste of coffee). I worked at Starbucks while in college and this brought me immediately back to being a barista.The machine is fairly easy to use with rather solid instructions. It’s fairly easy to get it set up the first time and grinding and brewing espresso is pretty clear. And as mentioned above, the espresso definitely tastes better. I like that this machine also lets you set the grind level of the coffee beans.As far as aesthetics go, it is a really nice machine and was packed nicely as well. It felt like it was mindfully packaged and intended to continue the experience of the machine.One of the other reviewers complained about the volume of the steamer function. It is loud, but especially so if you do it wrong. If took me a few times to remember that you always start steaming at the top of the milk to create the air, but also, that seemed to majorly cut down on the volume of the steamer.This machine also seemed to get better the more you used it (or maybe I just got more comfortable with it!)There are two drawbacks I’ve noticed with this machine though. First, my machine definitely seems to not be calibrated with regards to how much coffee it grinds. I ultimately had to always set it to a single shot, despite having the double shot filter in. For whatever reason, the coffee grounds just spill over significantly, even on the lowest double setting. Even some of the higher single shot settings seemed to cause spillage. Next, was the actual pressure gauge. It’s supposed to show the amount of pressure when pulling the espresso. Mine has always been at zero. Again- it seems like my machine was just never calibrated. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem that that calibration is something you can do individually either.However, all in all, it’s a nice machine. I’ve figured out the quirks of it and I’ve been enjoying my morning espressos. All of the accessories it comes with has made it easy to just immediately start using.

I’ve been using the Brooklyn Steel Co. Talos grind and brew espresso machine for a bit now, and overall it’s a really solid all-in-one setup. Having the built-in grinder is a huge convenience, it saves space and makes the whole process feel streamlined from beans to espresso without needing extra equipment.The espresso itself comes out consistently good. It produces a nice crema and the flavor is rich, especially once you dial in the grind size and dose. For everyday use, it’s reliable and makes the morning routine a lot easier.Build quality is decent and the design looks great on the counter. It has a modern feel without being overly bulky, and everything is laid out in a way that’s easy to understand even if you’re not an expert.The main downside for me is the milk steamer. It works, but it makes an extremely high-pitched noise that’s honestly hard to ignore. It’s loud enough to wake people up in the morning, which kind of defeats the purpose of a quiet early coffee routine.Aside from that issue, the machine performs well and covers all the basics you’d want in a home espresso setup. If you don’t plan to use the steamer often, or can live with the noise, it’s a strong option for the price and convenience.

Full Disclosure: This product was received for free as part of the Vine Program.Based on the product photos, I initially expected this espresso machine to be on the smaller side with a somewhat toy-like build. I was completely wrong! It arrived in a substantial package, and the actual quality blew my expectations out of the water.Pros:Premium Build Quality: Far from feeling like a toy, the materials used feel incredibly solid, durable, and premium. It has a great weight and presence on the counter.Beautiful Aesthetics: The "Lunar" color is absolutely stunning (and very cute!). It elevates the look of the machine and makes it a standout piece in the kitchen.Substantial Size: It is a full-sized, serious piece of equipment that looks and feels like a high-end appliance.Overall, I am incredibly impressed. If you are worried this machine might feel cheap or flimsy based on the pictures, don't be—it is a beautifully made, premium espresso maker.

Really impressed by this espresso machine. First of all, it's beautiful. The colors are fun, understated and stand out from the stainless or black competition. It brings a little personality to your coffee station. Second, the machine includes all the features I'd expect at this price point, and it's all intuitive and does a great job pulling a shot. Love the grinder, love the ability to dial in a grind. I like having the 2 cup portafilter—some competing machines don't have that. The controls are simple, yet powerful. You can really get the brew you want out of this machine. I personally really like the analogue pressure dial to get instant feedback.I'm just frankly very surprised to see this coming out of a smaller, lesser known brand. And they added their Brooklyn Steel aesthetic in a classy, attractive way that I appreciate. We'll be keeping this machine for a long time!

Very user friendly and great for those just beginning their journey with an espresso machine! We had to play around with the grind settings until we found the perfect combo and now our daily coffees are professional barista quality! And you can’t beat that price for this quality machine!

We love this machine! We like how everything is all in one, and it works so nicely. We had another brand before and love this one so much more.

Beautiful product, I am obsessed!

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There is a little bit of a learning curve to get this going, but it is worth the effort. Freshly ground beans and dropped into the filter holder, a quick tamp and then under the water dispenser for fresh espresso. The steamer quickly warms up milk for a cappuccino. The hopper can hold a load of beans in standard set up, several pounds with the extension piece. This is almost a commercial machine, which is reflected in the price but, for home use, it has the look and feel of something that will last for years.

After a trip to Italy last year, I became fascinated with espresso machines. They are really such intricate and cool pieces of equipment. I couldn’t wait to research machines and try making espresso for myself when I got home. This machine is so beautiful. It brightens up the counter just by sitting there, even if I’m not using it at the moment. I didn’t see dimensions of the machine at the time of this listing, so I tried to take some measurements for you. It is almost exactly a 12” square cube. The directions are thorough and easy to follow, especially if you are new to making espresso manually, as I was. There is a built-in grinder which you can adjust to your preferred level of coarseness. It comes with the milk jug, a dusting brush, the portafilter, a tamper, and even a cloth to wipe the machine off. Everything goes together easily and is fairly intuitive to figure out, even for a beginner like I am. The first time I was using the steamer, I accidentally overflowed the milk a little bit, but that was my fault, not the machine’s. My advice would be if you are new to steaming milk (as I was), start with just a little bit until you figure out how it works. It froths up quickly, and you don’t want to get burned. I love that this machine can dispense hot water as well, if I feel like having tea instead of coffee in the morning. I am going to include a video of how it actually works, and let me say that this just might be my new favorite kitchen toy. If you are passionate about coffee like I am, treat yourself to this machine. It will improve your life and make your kitchen beautiful, whether it is on or off. I just love it.

Besides that the espresso machine was build in 2018/ witch makes it eight years old, the machine does not work as advertised, the pressure gauge does not built up pressure. Coffee is coming out is just warm and nothing like expected. Customer service takes two day to answer your e-mail at the help desk. They wont take back the unit, instead they want me to make a video of the brewing process and sent it to them??? never heard of this P.S.

Great machine! I’m new to espresso machines. I thought this machine had everything I wanted and the price point was great for the machine and everything you need to get started. It took me about a week to dial in the settings. The machine is made well, and easy to use and clean. I’m still learning how to steam milk but it works. It’s a good machine for beginners.

Amazing espresso machine! Does the same amazing job as the $1000 machines. Easy to set up. Easy to use. Had the perfect grind zoned in in under 4 tries. So happy with this machine!

I will be honest I was very hesitant to buy a machine that looked like a high-end machine I used to have that had a much lower price. I’m so glad I decided to take a chance on this espresso machine.. It has exceeded our expectations.. We had a machine that cost $600 more and this machine performs every bit as well as that machine did.. extremely easy to use very quick and easy to set up and it makes amazing espresso, Americano, lattes and cappuccinos. Do yourself a favor and order this machine.. you won’t regret it

Easy assembly, works great and perfect size for any design you set up. Love it! 😍 PS fast delivery.

I'm the opposite of a coffee snob, I drink k-cups and drown them in milk and sugar. After a few months of using this espresso machine, I still drink milk and sugar drinks (and lattes and cappuccinos) but I have been turning my nose up at k-cups. Seriously, after drinking espresso-coffee, k-cups taste disgusting. There is a steep learning curve with this, it is not the kind of machine you just press a button to get great coffee, it can be, but you have to do the work and set it up. The quality of the coffee you make is also dependent on your technique and coffee beans. The machine will reward you if you are willing to put in the time and effort.So since I was a complete beginner at espresso machines I took a bit of a deep dive to learn the ins and outs of dosing, dialing in, milk frothing and everything. It took tons of trial and error but I think I got it in the end and manually programmed everything so it works. I think I'd probably get a D- in espresso school, but it works for me so I don't want to mess with it.One quirk with this is that if you look into instruction guides, almost everyone recommends ditching the single dose basket because they are harder to dial in, and only using the double basket. I had an extremely hard time with this though and I could not get the double dose basket working no matter what I tried. Even overstuffing the basket with a huge mound of coffee, I would still not get enough pressure. But the single dose basket just works, and I manually set it so I've been making double dose coffee in the single dose basket and the pressure is perfectly in the middle of the pressure gauge. I don't know if there is a quirk with the baskets, I know each basket from different brands are slightly different, so maybe this one is just not optimal. Maybe I haven't figured it out yet, but I'm currently operating on a "if it ain't broke don't fix it", and I don't want to change my current process. If you are struggling with the double dose basket, try the single one.The other issue is the grinder doesn't seem to get fine enough. I have to set it to the finest setting for it to get an appropriate amount of pressure, but since it doesn't get any finer, I have less room for adjustment. I can't imagine what I would use the coarser settings for.The preprogrammed buttons are a trap I think and not very good because the machine doesn't know what kind of beans you are putting in, how much espresso is in the basket, etc. If you're spending the time to make espresso, might as well go all in and manually program it for your taste. It is easy to manually program, you just hold the button to override the programming, then when it's good you release the button, and it will remember the setting.Frothing is also difficult for beginners, and it took me longer to get frothing down than the actual coffee. Once you figure out the correct angle to put the frothing wand in, it does get much easier. The frothing wand on the machine is great, but your success will depend on your skill. If you don't have the correct angle and depth you will get a loud screeching sound, and possibly get milk spraying everywhere. Once you get the technique down, there should be no loud sounds. If your technique isn't right, there is also the risk of getting cold or lukewarm coffee, but preheating coffee cups helps with that too.With those quirks out of the way, the machine is very good. The manually programmed buttons means that I can make myself a cup of coffee while I'm half asleep while making sure it is to my exact specifications. It is fast and the pressure gauge makes it easy to confirm that everything is going smoothly. The pressure gauge is very handy to have for beginners trying to dial in their espresso. I got mine consistently in the middle with my settings, and if the pressure dips or is too high, then I know what I have to fix to get it right.Making milk drinks like lattes and cappuccinos is super fun with this machine and there are so many possibilities with fancy flavorings and syrups. But lately I've just been making a shot and just pouring boiling water on top (and milk and sugar) for my morning coffee. This makes the perfect temperature coffee for me that stays hot for a long time, and tastes way better than k-cup coffee.A minor thing I really didn't like about this machine is it doesn't warn you that the tank is low before you start making coffee. But, if you try making coffee with the tank low, it will start and then stop midway. I have ruined and wasted so much coffee this way and I get frustrated that the machine just starts without warning you. Then when you fill the tank and try to start again, the pressure is never right.The machine itself is great. The included accessories like the portafilter and tamp are good but I did have a bit of an issue with them getting loose by themselves, so I have to tighten them after every couple of uses. Despite that they are well made and sturdy.Looks wise the machine is beautiful. ...

The Brooklyn espresso machine has a high quality appearance and sits well on my kitchen counter without taking up a lot of space. The machinery is well designed to encompass an “all in one” functional device. The installation and operation booklet is concise and helpful. There is however a bit of a learning curve in using the machine with several takes of trial and error. The machine itself and all accessory pieces are solid state, not flimsy. Enjoying a morning cup of homemade espresso is a splendid pleasure in life.

Having traditionally used K-cups or Nespressos in the past, I can confidently say that the coffee made with this machine is definitely better tasting (having lost the burned taste of coffee). I worked at Starbucks while in college and this brought me immediately back to being a barista.The machine is fairly easy to use with rather solid instructions. It’s fairly easy to get it set up the first time and grinding and brewing espresso is pretty clear. And as mentioned above, the espresso definitely tastes better. I like that this machine also lets you set the grind level of the coffee beans.As far as aesthetics go, it is a really nice machine and was packed nicely as well. It felt like it was mindfully packaged and intended to continue the experience of the machine.One of the other reviewers complained about the volume of the steamer function. It is loud, but especially so if you do it wrong. If took me a few times to remember that you always start steaming at the top of the milk to create the air, but also, that seemed to majorly cut down on the volume of the steamer.This machine also seemed to get better the more you used it (or maybe I just got more comfortable with it!)There are two drawbacks I’ve noticed with this machine though. First, my machine definitely seems to not be calibrated with regards to how much coffee it grinds. I ultimately had to always set it to a single shot, despite having the double shot filter in. For whatever reason, the coffee grounds just spill over significantly, even on the lowest double setting. Even some of the higher single shot settings seemed to cause spillage. Next, was the actual pressure gauge. It’s supposed to show the amount of pressure when pulling the espresso. Mine has always been at zero. Again- it seems like my machine was just never calibrated. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem that that calibration is something you can do individually either.However, all in all, it’s a nice machine. I’ve figured out the quirks of it and I’ve been enjoying my morning espressos. All of the accessories it comes with has made it easy to just immediately start using.

I’ve been using the Brooklyn Steel Co. Talos grind and brew espresso machine for a bit now, and overall it’s a really solid all-in-one setup. Having the built-in grinder is a huge convenience, it saves space and makes the whole process feel streamlined from beans to espresso without needing extra equipment.The espresso itself comes out consistently good. It produces a nice crema and the flavor is rich, especially once you dial in the grind size and dose. For everyday use, it’s reliable and makes the morning routine a lot easier.Build quality is decent and the design looks great on the counter. It has a modern feel without being overly bulky, and everything is laid out in a way that’s easy to understand even if you’re not an expert.The main downside for me is the milk steamer. It works, but it makes an extremely high-pitched noise that’s honestly hard to ignore. It’s loud enough to wake people up in the morning, which kind of defeats the purpose of a quiet early coffee routine.Aside from that issue, the machine performs well and covers all the basics you’d want in a home espresso setup. If you don’t plan to use the steamer often, or can live with the noise, it’s a strong option for the price and convenience.

Full Disclosure: This product was received for free as part of the Vine Program.Based on the product photos, I initially expected this espresso machine to be on the smaller side with a somewhat toy-like build. I was completely wrong! It arrived in a substantial package, and the actual quality blew my expectations out of the water.Pros:Premium Build Quality: Far from feeling like a toy, the materials used feel incredibly solid, durable, and premium. It has a great weight and presence on the counter.Beautiful Aesthetics: The "Lunar" color is absolutely stunning (and very cute!). It elevates the look of the machine and makes it a standout piece in the kitchen.Substantial Size: It is a full-sized, serious piece of equipment that looks and feels like a high-end appliance.Overall, I am incredibly impressed. If you are worried this machine might feel cheap or flimsy based on the pictures, don't be—it is a beautifully made, premium espresso maker.

Really impressed by this espresso machine. First of all, it's beautiful. The colors are fun, understated and stand out from the stainless or black competition. It brings a little personality to your coffee station. Second, the machine includes all the features I'd expect at this price point, and it's all intuitive and does a great job pulling a shot. Love the grinder, love the ability to dial in a grind. I like having the 2 cup portafilter—some competing machines don't have that. The controls are simple, yet powerful. You can really get the brew you want out of this machine. I personally really like the analogue pressure dial to get instant feedback.I'm just frankly very surprised to see this coming out of a smaller, lesser known brand. And they added their Brooklyn Steel aesthetic in a classy, attractive way that I appreciate. We'll be keeping this machine for a long time!