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Electactic 20-Bar Espresso Machine w/ Built-In Grinder (CM8031)

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Amazon has Electactic 20-Bar Espresso Machine w/ Grinder (Deep Black, CM8031) for $259.99. Shipping is free.

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Product Details:
  • Built-in grinder
  • 20-Bar Italian pump
  • Adjustable grinding time
  • Versatile milk frother
  • Detachable drip tray
  • Removable 2.8-liter water tank
  • Switching between modes is effortless
  • Dimensions: 11.5" D x 13.03" W x 16.1" H

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Amazon has Electactic 20-Bar Espresso Machine w/ Grinder (Deep Black, CM8031) for $259.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member das1984 for finding this deal.
  • Note: Available to ship in 1-2 days
Product Details:
  • Built-in grinder
  • 20-Bar Italian pump
  • Adjustable grinding time
  • Versatile milk frother
  • Detachable drip tray
  • Removable 2.8-liter water tank
  • Switching between modes is effortless
  • Dimensions: 11.5" D x 13.03" W x 16.1" H

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $27 less (9% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $286.99 at the time of this posting.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Generic...2025 Upgrade can't be the name, but it seems like a decent "Barista Express" type of machine for the money. On second though, it's a huge win that they didn't give it a didn't give it a cheesy brand name and label plastered on the front. One nice selling point is the 58mm portafilter, but upon closer inspection of the photos the brushed metal around the machine looks kind of cheap.

I think it comes down to can you afford a Breville Barista Express? If you can swing it, you're better off buying the Breville that's $500 right now. Twice as much, for sure, but a design with a proven track record from a reputable company.
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This is a budget combo espresso machine aimed at milk drinks, with a built in grinder, steam wand, and a 58 millimeter portafilter that gives it a Barista Express style layout. The appeal is the all in one setup for making strong espresso at a lower price, but the grinder is the biggest concern and the finish looks cheap in photos. Longevity and service support are also questioned, with doubts about repair options and long term durability. It reads like a starter machine if you want the convenience, not the polish or lifespan of a premium model.

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Dec 24, 2025 3:47 PM
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Generic...2025 Upgrade can't be the name, but it seems like a decent "Barista Express" type of machine for the money. On second though, it's a huge win that they didn't give it a didn't give it a cheesy brand name and label plastered on the front. One nice selling point is the 58mm portafilter, but upon closer inspection of the photos the brushed metal around the machine looks kind of cheap.

I think it comes down to can you afford a Breville Barista Express? If you can swing it, you're better off buying the Breville that's $500 right now. Twice as much, for sure, but a design with a proven track record from a reputable company.
Last edited by jenesaisquoi December 24, 2025 at 09:15 AM.
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Dec 24, 2025 3:51 PM
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austoffersonDec 24, 2025 3:51 PM
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For the amount of mechanics built into this machine and the extra stuff you get with it, it's hard to imagine any of it is anything better than serviceable quality, but for the price it'll probably do an OK job at making strong espresso as long as you intend to put it into a milk drink like a cappuccino or latte. I also wouldn't expect to get more than a couple years max out of a machine like this unless you're very regularly servicing it, but the type of people that actually service their espresso machines are not the same type of people that buy machines like this.
Dec 24, 2025 7:37 PM
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nevermind, the ad had two machines, the same model is more there before coupons

https://share.temu.com/z7ytVKCo0gC

however Walmart has it for almost the same price

https://www.walmart.com/ip/COZONY...5804164721
Last edited by zedster December 24, 2025 at 11:42 AM.
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Dec 24, 2025 7:40 PM
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techie333Dec 24, 2025 7:40 PM
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Quote from zedster View quoted comment :
Roll the dice but Temu seems to have the exact same machine for $50

https://share.temu.com/z7ytVKCo0gC
Wow crazy, the Amazon makeup and the fact it's $50. 3D printed?
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Dec 24, 2025 9:51 PM
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macrocnDec 24, 2025 9:51 PM
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High extraction pressure such as 20 bar is terrible.
Dec 24, 2025 10:13 PM
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salo225Dec 24, 2025 10:13 PM
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Quote from macrocn View quoted comment :
High extraction pressure such as 20 bar is terrible.
But that's >2x what other machine extract at, so the espresso from this machine must be 2x better!!!
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wussDec 24, 2025 10:14 PM
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For this price and the genericness, my main concern would be the shite grinder. Doesn't matter if your espresso machine holds pressure if your grinds are poo poo. I'd ignore good reviews. It's a relative "5 star" product in the bracket of "2 star" overall. Like asking people what the best performing car is if all they care about is getting from "point a to point b" ( we all have at least one friend like that).

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Dec 24, 2025 10:33 PM
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adam empireDec 24, 2025 10:33 PM
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Not worth it in my opinion. Either it will break with difficult or zero repair or you will need / want something better soon and this will have no value.
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Dec 25, 2025 1:37 AM
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Chinese make decent sub $10k EV. Can Chinese make decent sub $200 espresso maker to take on $600 breville?
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caffeinated_oneDec 25, 2025 5:06 AM
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Quote from adam empire View quoted comment :
Not worth it in my opinion. Either it will break with difficult or zero repair or you will need / want something better soon and this will have no value.
Yes, if you did run into a problem with it down the road, what company would you contact? "Upgrade 2025"? The truth is, there is not likely going to be anyone to contact for service. Is this model going to be around a year from now? I doubt it. Breville and the Barista Express will be, that's for sure.

For those interested in buying a Breville knock-off check out CasaBrews on Amazon. They are a real company trying to break in to the market and they have a few compelling machines like the Ultra and their double boiler machine (both semiautos, but they do have a Barista Express style machine too). I bought an Ultra for $169, but I haven't used it yet. My Gaggia Classic refuses to give up the ghost, but someday soon I'll bust out the Ultra just to check it out.
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Dec 26, 2025 2:55 AM
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what makes espresso machines so expensive? this one looks reasonable compared to other brand names. So tempting to buy.
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Hat-TrickDec 26, 2025 2:04 PM
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Quote from UniqueRoad898 View quoted comment :
what makes espresso machines so expensive? this one looks reasonable compared to other brand names. So tempting to buy.
Quality components that will last years and years. Like Kitchen-Aid Pro stuff -- you'll probably have their stuff for 10+ years. You want a pump in your espresso machine that will work every morning for years and years? You most likely will not get that with this no-name cheaper machine. And once it breaks, you have no choice but to trash it. If you're serious about making good coffee drinks, make the investment.
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zedsterDec 26, 2025 5:37 PM
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Quote from jenesaisquoi View quoted comment :
Yes, if you did run into a problem with it down the road, what company would you contact? "Upgrade 2025"? The truth is, there is not likely going to be anyone to contact for service. Is this model going to be around a year from now? I doubt it. Breville and the Barista Express will be, that's for sure. For those interested in buying a Breville knock-off check out CasaBrews on Amazon. They are a real company trying to break in to the market and they have a few compelling machines like the Ultra and their double boiler machine (both semiautos, but they do have a Barista Express style machine too). I bought an Ultra for $169, but I haven't used it yet. My Gaggia Classic refuses to give up the ghost, but someday soon I'll bust out the Ultra just to check it out.
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Dec 31, 2025 7:41 AM
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JollyShop7414Dec 31, 2025 7:41 AM
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Quote from jenesaisquoi View quoted comment :
Yes, if you did run into a problem with it down the road, what company would you contact? "Upgrade 2025"? The truth is, there is not likely going to be anyone to contact for service. Is this model going to be around a year from now? I doubt it. Breville and the Barista Express will be, that's for sure. For those interested in buying a Breville knock-off check out CasaBrews on Amazon. They are a real company trying to break in to the market and they have a few compelling machines like the Ultra and their double boiler machine (both semiautos, but they do have a Barista Express style machine too). I bought an Ultra for $169, but I haven't used it yet. My Gaggia Classic refuses to give up the ghost, but someday soon I'll bust out the Ultra just to check it out.
Hi I was wondering how you got the casabrews ultra for $169 as I see it as more online, is there a discount code somewhere?

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Quote from JollyShop7414 View quoted comment :
Hi I was wondering how you got the casabrews ultra for $169 as I see it as more online, is there a discount code somewhere?
Sorry, I probably should have mentioned I bought it in June this year. It think it was $189 on BF and the two previous months, but it's hard to say what the price will be going forward.

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