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There are those purists who swear that a super automatic can't produce the same results as a manual machine or even a semi-automatic and then there are those who just enjoy tinkering around with their espresso machines. This might not be the best choice for those people but if you are pressed for time or just want a decent cup of espresso or a quick latte or cappuccino without all the fiddling, the Saeco Syntia Focus more than fills the bill. I've owned a semi-automatic for years and while I can usually produce a decent shot with it, I've never truly become proficient; they can be finicky little devils. The coffee I've gotten from the Saeco is rich in crema and aroma and is at least as good, if not better. It's also a good deal faster with much less work.
The stainless steel Rapid Steam (single) boiler heats up quickly so there's minimal waiting and a very short interval between steaming milk and making coffee. Although the machine is a super-auto, there are some choices that are programmable so you can customize your cup. You can adjust the settings on the grinder if you prefer the grind to be coarser or finer and you can bypass the grinder entirely and use pre-ground coffee if you wish. You can select the strength of your brew from mild to medium to strong. It also allows you to adjust the amount of brewed coffee produced when you press the espresso or the long coffee buttons.
The Focus comes equipped with a Pannarello wand for frothing the milk for cappuccinos. Although some people don't care for them, the Pannarello is reputed to be more user-friendly than a conventional steam wand. Just make sure to run water through it after each use and regularly remove the tip and rinse it under running water. I drink more espressos than anything else but I've been experimenting with the Pannarello and find it easy to use. If you've never used one, with just a little practice you'll be able to produce an acceptable microfoam without spraying milk all over your kitchen.
The Syntia Focus is relatively compact, so it doesn't take up too much valuable counter space. The actual measurements are 10"W x 16.5"D x 12.5"H although they are slightly different in the product description. Maintenance is simple and straightforward. Pretty much everything that you need to access on a regular basis--the water reservoir, the coffee grounds drawer, the bean hopper and the brew group are positioned at or toward the front so the machine doesn't need to be moved for cleaning or replenishing. Saeco recommends that you remove and clean the brew group at least once a week and descale the machine every 3 months. None of this is particularly onerous and is a small price to pay in order to keep it functioning in good condition.
I've really come to appreciate the speed and ease of this small machine and to relish the delicious coffee that it produces on demand.
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Tucked inside the stylish design with clean lines, the Saeco Focus has innovative technology that guarantees pure espresso enjoyment. The Focus is made with premium stainless steel that is then finished in glossy black and chrome that is not only robust, but it also has a modern and stylish look which perfectly adapts to every kitchen d�cor. The Focus combines high-end functionality with sleek design. Front access to all features allows you to add beans and water and clean the machine without ever having to pull it out from under your cabinets. Short or long coffee with one touch, your favorite drink preferences are easily stored with the memo option � made simple with the wide display and its self-explanatory icons. Nine different icons are used on the LED display help to easily identify the functions of the machine. The Saeco OptiDose feature allows the user to regulate the amount of ground coffee beans for each cup to make a mild, medium or strong cup of coffee. The adjustable built-in ceramic disc grinder is quiet and features automatic shut off. Also has a pre-ground bypass coffee doser for that single cup of decaf or trying out a new coffee blend. Steam milk or get hot water with a simple turn of the dial. Turn dial left to create steam to froth milk for cappuccinos or lattes. Turn the dial to the right to dispense hot water for Americanos, tea or hot chocolate. The Rapid Steam feature makes for no waiting between frothing milk and brewing espresso. The Focus also features water filtration, and air-tight and UV protected coffee bean hopper as well as sound insulating technology to provide you with fresh espresso drinks without all the noise. And to help conserve energy this machine has an Energy Safe Mode so if your machine sits idle for an hour, Energy Safe mode is automatically activated. The machine can also be programmed to enter stand-by mode and keep energy consumption at less than 1 Watt per hour.
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