Cuisinart 1.66 Quart Stainless Steel Espresso Maker
- Coffee Machine
- 1000 watts
- Espresso Machine
- Both Ground Coffee and Pods
- More reviewed than 62%
Makes good espresso once you learn the tamp and grind, backed by owners who've kept theirs running for years, but temperature consistency drew a specific complaint worth noting.
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How it ranks among the 87 coffee machines we track
3.8★ across 965 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
With a 15-bar pump, the Cuisinart EM-100NAS brews espresso from ground coffee or ESE pods and adds a steam wand for milk and a cup-warming plate, sized for 1 to 2 cup brews from a 53 oz reservoir.
- 15-bar pump for espresso extraction
- 53 oz removable water reservoir
- Steam wand and frothing cup for lattes and cappuccinos
- Cup-warming plate on top
Who it's for
Suits anyone wanting an entry-level espresso and latte machine and willing to learn tamping and grind adjustment over the first few uses. Less suited to anyone who wants barista-level extraction temperatures out of the box.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Long-term owners report years of use with light maintenance, and Cuisinart's customer service replaced a steam wand for free for one reviewer. New users consistently mention a learning curve around tamping and grind coarseness, the included manual and video were called unhelpful by more than one reviewer, one measured water temperature below the ideal range, and a couple of buyers reported a persistent leak under the machine.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Produces crema-topped shots once dialed in
- Steam wand froths milk for lattes
- Cup-warming plate is a nice extra
- Manual described as unhelpful by reviewers
- Water temperature may run below ideal
- One unit developed a loose connection
Performance notes
The 15-bar pump produces crema-topped shots once grind and tamp pressure are dialed in, per multiple reviewers. One reviewer who measured water temperature found it running around 82C, below the 92 to 96C generally considered ideal, which can leave extraction slightly under-powered.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | EM-100 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.2 × 12.6 × 10.9 inches |
| coffee_filter_size | #4 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel, Manual |
| Exterior Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Espresso Machine, Tamping Tool |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Coffee Input Type | Both Ground Coffee and Pods |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | No |
| Style | Manual |
| Part Number | EM-100NAS |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| Item Type Name | Espresso Machine |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Making Espresso Drinks |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Milk FrotherDrip TrayCup Storage |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in coffee machines.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuisinart 1.66 Quart Stainless Steel Espresso MakerThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 965 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Keurig K-Cafe Special Edition Single Serve K-Cup Pod CoffeeKeurig | 4.7 / 5 | 8,700 | 4.7 / 5 |
| BUNN 52700 CSB2G Speed Brew Elite Coffee Maker GrayBunn | 4.6 / 5 | 4,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EHC-5055 Automatic 5-Cup Brew & Drip Coffee Maker with Pause N Serve…Elite Gourmet | 4.3 / 5 | 8,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hamilton Beach One Press Programmable Dispensing Drip Coffee Maker with 12 Cup Internal…Hamilton Beach | 4.2 / 5 | 19,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Cuisinart EM-100
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Cuisinart EM-100NAS use espresso pods?
Yes, it brews from either ground espresso or ESE pods.
How many cups does it brew at once?
One to two cups per brew.
Does it include a milk frother?
Yes, a steam nozzle and frothing cup are included for lattes and cappuccinos.