Specially designed for espresso connoisseurs, this compact and stylish machine is powerful and efficient. With 20 bars of pressure and a thermal block heating system (stainless-steel water tube) that delivers your first coffee in 25 seconds, the Espressione Flex 3-in-1 Espresso Coffee Machine produces a robust espresso with a generous rich crema. Options to prepare with 1) Your favorite ground coffee, 2) E.S.E. espresso pods, or 3) Nespresso® compatible capsules. Equipped with an auto-regulating thermoblock heating element to maintain optimal boiler temperature, you can count on great-tasting coffee every time. Elegantly designed in a brushed stainless-steel finish, with tasteful cobalt blue indicator lamps, a tasteful easy-to-read pressure gauge, only 4 ¾” (120mm) wide, this espresso machine will seamlessly integrate into your home or office décor, providing you with years of reliability and enjoyment. Additional features include: · Adaptable for use with ground coffee, E.S.E. Espresso Pods or Nespresso® compatible capsules. · 20bar Ulka Italian pump with over-heat and over-pressure protection device. · A fast thermal block heating system with a low-pressure pre-infusion gradually increases water pressure to gently expand grinds for event extraction, balanced flavor, and thick crema. · Compact, narrow design (4¾” wide) uses minimal footprint. · Easy to read, functional pressure gauge. · Electronic PID temperature control for increased temperature stability. ·Adjust the coffee temperature with 3 different settings: 1) 158F / 70C, 2) 167F / 75C or 3) 176F / 80C · Auto coffee volume setting. · Set descaling time according to water hardness: Soft, Medium, Hard · Sturdy steam wand generates sumptuous milk foam or froth + instant hot water for making americanos and preheating cups. Active cup warmer · Removeable 1.0-liter BPA-free transparent water reservoir. · Includes Portafilter, 1-cup, and 2-cup filter baskets, ESE pods filter basket + Nespresso Capsule portafilter and coffee filter · Removable and washable drip tray.