Jura A1 Super Automatic Coffee Machine, 1, Piano Black

I know it's just been a week since I bought the Jura A1, but so far it's a great product and makes and excellent cup of coffee.I don't need any specialty drinks, and on the occasion I have visits that would like something else, I have a milk frother that works as an excellent pair. This makes a great cup of coffee, plain and simple, with 3 different drinks, ristretto, espresso and lungo (or large coffee) and 2 different strength settings... more than enough choices for me.Some of the specs I'd like to highlight:-Quick to turn on and be ready-Quick to brew the coffee-Up to 8 oz of coffee per cup not more, you can program anything in between for all 3 of the choices-The water reservoir and bean hopper are on the small size compared to other machines but it saves space on the counter. Plus, filling both is really easy.-Nice amount of crema, but of course, this also depends on your coffee beans, so experiment until you find the right ones!-Truly one touch, so convenience is great!The technology used in the machine, PEP and Aroma grinder, comes normally on bigger and more expensive machines. So if you don't need a lot of choices and are looking for an extremely good cup and consistent without the need of becoming a barista yourself, the Jura A1 delivers.*** 8 MONTH UPDATESo it's been 8 months of heavy use of the Jura A1, and I love my machine! On average I think in my house we're making at least 6 cups per day, so the machine is been tested well over 1,400 cycles by now... it still works like the first time we got it and makes an excellent cup of coffee.I just finished the 6 pack of cleaning tablets which lasted since I bought it, and have changed the filter 3 times since then. I've been prompted mote times to change the filter but since I use RO water for the machine the filter is not really needed but decided to change it every other time it prompted, when I'm not changing it I just go though the cycle as if I changed it to let the machine keep track of it... So overall I've spent less than $100 for the upkeep of the machine for 8 months, plus the initial investment of the machine, I come to an average of ~$0.60 per cup, which I think is great value for money!! and a bargain for the quality of brew, giving you a few extra $$ to splurge on trying out different coffee beans!Besides your daily cup, one of the things I love is how quickly it brews, which is really handy when I'm entertaining and have to make 10+ cups in a hurry!!

Just got my new Jura A1 and I love it. I had a Saeco automatic coffee maker for a few years which I really liked, but after only 3 years it bit the dust and after fighting with it and multiple trips to the repair shop I had had enough and went back to a simple drip machine. Well that only lasted about 9 months and I realized I had become spoiled by being able to push a button in the morning and having a delicious cup of coffee instantly instead of spending 10-15 minutes grinding and brewing a pot of coffee every morning.I was going to get the Jura Ena Micro 1 as it looked perfect for me as I only drink coffee not the milky, frothy stuff. The micro had awesome reviews and it did just what I want, make awesome coffee at the push of a button. Then I saw the A1 came out just this year and was the new and improved version. The grinder has been improved and the pulse brewing system implemented. The result is literally the most perfect superautomatic coffee machine you’ll find.Turn it on and it heats up in just a few seconds and it’s ready to go. One feature I really like is the adjustable spout. I like to use big cups and also travel mugs, so being able to fit them under the spout is important and the geniuses at Jura installed an adjustable spout so you can fit just about any size cup under it. You can make espresso and ristretto also if you’re interested.The coffee is full of flavor, smooth and has the crema that comes with brewing coffee in an espresso machine (essentially an Americano). I can’t compare with the Micro, but I just can’t think of a better cup of coffee from any coffee shop (And I live in Seattle). And it’s made at home and doesn’t cost $3.00 a cup!If you just want the most delicious coffee at the push of a button, look no further than this sleek Swiss machine, it’s smooth quiet and fast!

I received my coffee machine yesterday. First off, this is exceptionally well packed. My Ring doorbell made a video of the UPS driver dropping the package on the sidewalk, setting it on a bush by my door, and leaving. I expected the unit to be broken, but there was no damage. Set up and operation of the unit is simple. I bought this machine to make espresso. I selected this as there is no steam wand. If I want to make a latte, I heat milk in the microwave and whip it with a hand-held frother. I also bought this as it has a built-in grinder. The unit heats up fast and the time between drink is minimal. It makes a consistently good drink with one exception. When you first turn the machine on, it goes through a cleaning process. A small amount of water runs through the machine. For some reason, it doesn't completely drain. When you make the first drink, a very small amount of water is discharged, followed by a brief pause before the espresso flows. If you remember this, simply don't set your cup under the spout until the water discharge is complete. If you forget, you get a bit of water in your cup. Not a huge deal, my wife hasn't even noticed. Just joking. I saw this noted in another review, so it's not just my machine. In my opinion, this unit makes better quality drinks than you get in chain coffee shops. Yes, there are better machines, but for the price and simple operation, this works fine for me for everyday use.UPDATEI’ve had this machine for 5 years now. It gets used 4-6 times a day. I have had absolutely no problems. I do complete the routine maintenance as needed. Well worth the money…