Purchased this unit to replace a Krups espresso machine whose filter seal started leaking after about 6 months. This unit is heavier and has a solid feel and appearance. Very nice subtleties with cups, frother, filters and many little "extras" that makes this a super deal at this price. Although the unit was refurbished it was in excellent condition once cleaned and straightened out. What I mean by that is; is when the machine was taken out of the box, the protective foam was in pieces and one of the corners of the machine where it sits on the counter was bent and had to be straightened out so that it would not wobble. It was handled roughly whether at the warehouse or in transit. The other BIG minus was that the unit was dirty. Milk was dry on the frother and when cleaning the unit for the first time before use, brown flakes and other stuff came out of the frother nozzle unclogging it. Note very happy about those two things. Since It is refurbished and didn't know where its been I cleaned it out thoroughly and straightened out the base with some pressure and got it all spiffy. So far it has been a great unit with strong pressure and plenty of frothing steam. Incredible price for the quality of this machine. Although a couple of minor gripes IMO. This is a quality piece we hope to get good use out of. It says it has a 1 year warranty on the box and I registered the product with manufacturer. Very nice look and feel with simple functions.