Jura Ena Micro 9 One Touch Cappucino Machine
Jura claims this is the world’s smallest one-touch automatic cappuccino machine, making it an ideal option for #smallspaces. It’s not cheap – retailing for about $1400 US – but it does make good on its promise of being compact and truly simple to operate. As with any product, it comes with its own list of pros and cons.
PROS
Compact, measuring (H x W x D) 9.06” x 12.72” x 17.52”
High-performance pump – 15 bar
Can brew a wide range of specialty coffees – cappuccino, latte macchiato, café crème, espresso, hot water
Simple to use – press and enjoy; easy to read display
Coffee bean container has a preservation seal to keep beans fresh
Ground coffee bypass shoot
Coffee strength can be adjusted to 2 levels
Produces a dense, creamy foam, even with a low fat or soy milk
Can quickly and efficiently produce several coffees, back-to-back – great for dinner parties
Easy to clean – system prompts user to rinse (integrated rinse, cleaning and descaling program); separate coffee and milk pipes
Energy efficient
Aesthetically pleasing
CONS
Cost – not only is the unit a little pricey, so are the filters, descaling tablets and cleaning tablets recommended to keep your machine in top order
Doesn’t deliver a piping hot cup of coffee
Bean grinder has been known to malfunction when using “oily” beans
Single spout as opposed to a dual spout
A standard size travel mug doesn’t fit under the spout
Unit does not include a milk tumbler – not a huge deal but expected for the price
Unit constantly prompts user to run rinse cycle