Ninja AutoBarista Fully Automatic Espresso, 10 Drink Options, AE1001

I had a Nepresso for about 4 years then upgraded to this after reading multiple reviews! I haven’t been to any coffee shop since and it’s so awesome to have a home made latte at your fingertips. I was spending about $100 week on coffee before and it’s Definitely worth the splurge to save money over time! 10/10 would recommend.

Initially functioned great but on the third day of use began displaying an error code, Er 50, shutting down the machine. Online search indicated possible sensor problem with recommendation to reset by unplugging from wall socket and waiting five to ten minutes. This action cleared the error code and then the Install Milk Jug indicator came on even with the milk jug in place. Another internet search revealed this is a known problem with Ninja espresso makers with recommendations of turning the handle of the jug to the right and trying to position the milk jug so that the heavier portion of the …

This machine has some great features but the automatic grind IQ is not ready for prime time. It would be better if you could manually adjust the grind setting. The grind IQ wastes a lot of beans, which can get expensive and frustrating if you use expensive beans. I do not recommend this machine. UPDATE/CORRECTION: It turns out manual adjustment of the grind is possible in the settings. Hard to see in the tiny display. I have added one star but I’ll still be looking for a different machine down the road.

Just like most I saw a YouTube video and got hooked, but let me explain. Every video I watched they never explained that there are two models, there is a the one I bought on Amazon and there is a pro model that is what I watched on the internet, both models look and function exactly the same but the difference is the hopper for the beans. After I opened the box, cleaned everything and began to set it up I was bewildered looking for the second hopper??? This model does not have a second hopper, not only that it doesn’t support having a removable hopper, that was one of the reasons I purchased i…

As with many Ninja products, the AutoBarista is thoughtfully engineered. In my opinion, the AutoBarista's functionality is best in class among espresso machines. Ninja has also designed unique, easy access to all automated espresso-making mechanics. With Ninja's recommended monthly cleaning, I hope this machine will last many more years than other brands' automated espresso machines, whose internal parts are difficult to access for cleaning and maintenance. I have experience with many non-Ninja-brand automated espresso machines have failed on me within 24-36 months, requiring me to ship them a…