Our Price: $289.95
- Pump espresso machine with 1400-watt thermoblock heating system
- Universal filter holder accommodates ground coffee, E.S.E. pods, and soft pods
- Precise foolproof tamp system can be set for 1 or 2 cups at a time
- Selector knob for brewing or frothing; mess-free cake-ejection system
- Measures 12-3/5 by 10 by 14-2/5 inches
Product Description
Inspired by experts and demanding consumers with uncompromising standards of performance and quality, krups products have been built with three key attributes in mind: passion, precision and perfection. Be you own barista with krups’ xp5240 precise tamp espresso machine. The precise tamp system extracts a perfect cup every time for a delicious espresso, latte or cappuccino. The 1400w thermo block system pre-heats twice as fast and is resistant to lime scale buildup…. More >>
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I purchased this machine for my wife for Christmas. It is a good-looking and very solid, quality-built machine, yet does not take up a lot of countertop space. With other sem-automatic machines, the coffee must be measured precisely and then tamped exactly the right amount to produce the proper pressure for extraction. What differentiates this machine from the others is the precise-tamp feature that makes it great for beginners. This feature, along with the pressurized portafilter, make it unimportant how much coffee you use (just vary how long you “pull” the shot). The tamp will be perfect each time and you will have lots of crema. Then just remove the portafilter and push the button on the bottom to eject the “puck” (no banging on the edge of the sink required). If you want to go again, but this time making a single rather than a double, there is no hot filter basket to claw out of the portafilter… the precise-tamp system doesn’t use baskets to adjust for singles, doubles, or pods. The machine heats up in only a minute or two and switching to steam and back takes less than a minute in each direction. Very powerful steam function with unlimited amounts of steam available.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am sipping on a latte I made with my new Krups XP5240 and it tastes great. The machine is very easy to use and clean though it is my first of the upper middle range of machines. I did not want anything too ‘push button’ or automatic, I get enough of that at work if you catch my drift. The coffee puck removal button is great, and I love the fact that I don’t have to pry out a brew basket if I want to use a pod or only want one shot and keep track of those extra parts. Everything is self contained and sturdy feeling even if it is a little noisy because of the pump. I highly recommend it!!
Rating: 5 / 5
I like everything about the machine, except that the frother blew off. The first few times, it was just the sleeve, which I screwed back in. The last time the whole frother blew into my milk, slopping it everywhere.
Rating: 2 / 5
First of all, I did not buy this machine from Amazon. However, I’ve had some real problems and wanted to share. The XP5240 espresso machines I have owned have made good espresso, but the steam function has caused me problems.
My previous espresso machine was also by Krups and lasted over 7 years. I opted for the XP5240 because of the positive experience I’ve had with my previous machine and the updated features on this model. The first XP5240 I got had to go back to the retailer because it never worked correctly. I would steam milk for 2-5 MINUTES to heat it with no froth at all.
My second machine had great steam until the rubber o-ring (which fell off almost everytime I removed the frothing nozzle) dissappeared from the steaming wand. I’ve called Krups to have a replacement sent and they were very helpful. I originally looked for the part to buy but they are not available for purchase. I’m surprised about two things. First of all this 0-ring comes off the steaming want so easily. Second, you can’t buy replacement parts. I would think others have had similar problems.
So far, the longest period of uninterrupted time any of my XP5240 machines have worked is 3 weeks. Sadly, my next purchase will not be a Krups.
Rating: 1 / 5
We tried a Breville before this Krups machine. We were looking to replace a 20 year old Krups steam driven machine which we also loved. This machine is worth the extra $100 we paid over what we would have spent for the Breville. We purchased from a local store. We paid more but liked the convenience of returning the unit if we did not like it. This Krups machine has some really nice features. It has this “auto tamping” feature that is really nice. The espresso holder is only one unit and you add more or less espresso depending on whether you want a single shot or a double. It has a ratchet system that tamps the grind down and an indicator on the unit determines whether you are compressing for a double or single shot. If you want a single shot you add less and tighten further to the right to match up with the indicator. It is very easy to get used to and eliminates the need for an extra “reducer” part to deal with single shots. The “creama” is there but not exactly thick and not something we care that much about. The unit is easy to clean. The only negative is they supply a rather gimicky measuring scoop and if you use the amount they recommend it comes out too weak and not consistent with the indicator marks on the unit. So we just add more espresso and use a spoon rather than the scoop. We also purchased a nice frothing container from William Sonoma for $15. to replace the container supplied with our old Krups machine. We like this frothing pitcher much better as it has ample supply so the froth does not keep overflowing. This also allows us to get the milk to a much higher temperature. We warm up the mugs in the microwave before we brew and this helps us get a piping hot latte. I have to admit this pump driven machine has some really nice features and the taste is better than the old Krups we had grown to love (no ashy taste whatsoever)… My husband and I both look forward to waking up and having our lattes from this machine every morning. Now if only this one would last another 20 years! Look for my follow-up reviews. One more thing. We also decided to use whole milk for our lattes since the amount of milk we add to get the taste we love is not very much. The extra enjoyment with whole milk is worth it to us!
Rating: 4 / 5