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product_id: 53837908
title: "FrancisFrancis! X5 Espresso Machine, Black"
brand: "francisfrancis!"
price: "£39.70"
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reviews_count: 3
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# 48 oz rear-access water tank 18 bars dynamic pressure pump Chrome-plated brass brewing handle FrancisFrancis! X5 Espresso Machine, Black

**Brand:** francisfrancis!
**Price:** £39.70
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ☕ Elevate your espresso game with sleek Italian precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** FrancisFrancis! X5 Espresso Machine, Black by francisfrancis!
- **How much does it cost?** £39.70 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- francisfrancis! enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted francisfrancis! brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Sleek 10x8x11 inch footprint fits stylishly on any countertop without sacrificing performance
- • **Italian Craftsmanship:** Made in Italy with premium materials, blending design elegance with professional-grade function
- • **Barista-Level Pressure:** 18 bars of dynamic pump-driven pressure for that perfect crema every time
- • **Dual Brewing Flexibility:** Compatible with both ESE pods and ground coffee for ultimate convenience
- • **Thermal Stability Mastery:** Chrome-plated brass handles keep your brew at the ideal temperature, no compromises

## Overview

The FrancisFrancis! X5 Espresso Machine is a compact, pump-driven powerhouse delivering 18 bars of pressure through a chrome-plated brass brewing handle for optimal temperature control. It supports both ESE pods and ground coffee, features a 48-ounce rear-access water tank, and includes a battery-powered clock. Designed in Italy, it combines professional-grade espresso quality with space-saving elegance, perfect for the discerning coffee lover's kitchen.

## Description

desertcart.com FrancisFrancis! espresso machines aren't just a design dream aesthetically. They're also engineered to do much of the barista work for you, removing intimidation and trial-by-fire from the home espresso game. This fabulous-looking all-metal X5 model features a brass boiler and the Supercrema brewing system, pump-driven with 8-9 bars of dynamic pressure. The chrome-plated brass brewing handle maintains ideal temperatures for coffee, while the steam/hot water wand swivels for tidy storage. One of the friendliest aspects of the X5 is its ability to brew espresso with either pre-measured ESE (Easy Serving Espresso) coffee pods or with loose grounds from your favorite bean vendor. Two interchangeable handle baskets are included, one for each method. Three filters also come with the machine for pulling ristretto, regular, or lungo shots. Measuring 10-1/4 by 8-1/4 by 11-1/4 inches, the X5 is a relatively compact machine, built with flat sides to save space on tight countertops. Keep in mind that it weighs 16 pounds, so you'll want to make a permanent spot for it, and that the 48-ounce water tank is accessed from the back, so you'll need room to work behind it. The sleek little battery-powered clock on the front of the machine pops out for setting and battery replacement. FrancisFrancis! includes a detailed instruction and tip guide, as well as a starter container of Illy Café espresso. --Emily Bedard Product Description Named after the sleek, invisible-to-radar airplane, the X-5 Espresso Machine from FrancisFrancis! meets the needs of small-kitchen owners with big coffee tastes. While the body of the X5 has been reduced to the minimum, its high-quality construction—including a brass broiler for thermal stability, a chrome-plated brass brewing head and a commercial-diameter brewing handle—ensures stupendous coffee. Use either the Easy Serving Espresso system (ESE)—pre-ground, single servings of espresso coffee packed in filter paper—or the Supercrema system for pre-ground coffee. A steamer arm froths milk for cappuccinos, and an easy-to-regulate, elegant clock gives the exact time. With a joie-de-vivre nod to both beauty and function, FrancisFrancis! takes the average out of the everyday. Made in Italy. 10-3/8Lx8-3/4Wx11-1/4H.

Review: It Works as Well as it Looks - I recently acquired this wonderful machine through an offer by Illy, which may or may not be the best way to acquire the machine, as I'm on the hook for a boatload of coffee, but I'm liking the espresso from this machine so much that that may not be an issue. The pods can make this a great machine for a quick cup of espresso, but I prefer to use finely ground espresso roast for a more traditional (and inexpensive) cup of espresso (typically to make cappuccino or lattes). Pros * pro-style 56mm (not the full 58mm of other machines) chrome plated solid brass portafilter. * Separate pod (ESE) adapter with three different screens for different styles of espresso from pods. * Solid construction and very heavy (relative to its small size) * Fast heat up (1-2 minutes) and a very large capacity for making steam (which is very hot and dry). * After brewing grounds form a solid puck, though with water on top of them, as this machine lacks a 3-way solenoid of pricier machines. * The clock is functional as it has a second hand. Cons * Odd assortment of manuals with really no continuity. * Cup warming is relatively useless (it doesn't get that hot and it takes a while to warm up). Run water (without grounds or a pod) through the machine to heat up the machine and the cups. * Often the cups will fill at different rates (despite my best attempts at a firm even tamp, but this is a relatively minor issue. Comments * This machine uses an odd tamper which separates with the handle coming off and the tamper head remaining on top of the grounds (remaining in the portafilter while brewing). Beyond being unconventional, it makes it hard to get 14g of grounds in with the tamper head on top. Brewing without it seems to work fine. Research seems to indicate that they sold the machine without this for a while then "enhanced" it with this feature to limit the water build up on top of the grounds after brewing. * It may leak around the brew head while brewing but it is minor and infrequent. * Not too noisy (it does have a boiler and a pump, so it's also not too quiet either).
Review: Excellent machine, but very bad service center - There is only 1 service center in the US to repair/maintain francisfrancis. This service center has very bad customer service, overcharge for labor and parts, and their technical expertise is bad. There are many online reviews that say the same: excellent machine, service center sucks. The service center sent the machine fixed to me, overcharged me, and it arrived damaged. They told me to deal with UPS directly. The UPS box looks intact, I feel the wrapping inside was not adequate or that they damaged it while packing it. They insure it only for $300 no matter how new or old is your machine. $300 isn't enough to get it back.

## Features

- Pump-driven Supercrema brewing system with 18 bars of dynamic pressure
- Chrome-plated brass brewing handles maintain ideal temperature
- 48-ounce water tank with rear access; battery-powered clock on the front
- Includes both ESE pods and ground coffee handles
- Measures 10-1/4 by 8-1/4 by 11-1/4 inches

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0000AFX4N |
| Brand | FrancisFrancis! |
| Brand Name | FrancisFrancis! |
| Capacity | 3 Pounds |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 3 Reviews |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Manufacturer | FrancisFrancis! |
| Material | Brass |
| Model Number | X5-Black |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Thermal |
| Part Number | X5-Black |
| Special Feature | Thermal |
| UPC | 791238005041 |
| Warranty Description | 1 year parts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** FrancisFrancis!
- **Color:** Black
- **Special Feature:** Thermal
- **Coffee Maker Type:** Espresso Machine
- **Operation Mode:** Manual

## Images

![FrancisFrancis! X5 Espresso Machine, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91hIew9PWXL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It Works as Well as it Looks
*by R***F on March 15, 2007*

I recently acquired this wonderful machine through an offer by Illy, which may or may not be the best way to acquire the machine, as I'm on the hook for a boatload of coffee, but I'm liking the espresso from this machine so much that that may not be an issue. The pods can make this a great machine for a quick cup of espresso, but I prefer to use finely ground espresso roast for a more traditional (and inexpensive) cup of espresso (typically to make cappuccino or lattes). Pros * pro-style 56mm (not the full 58mm of other machines) chrome plated solid brass portafilter. * Separate pod (ESE) adapter with three different screens for different styles of espresso from pods. * Solid construction and very heavy (relative to its small size) * Fast heat up (1-2 minutes) and a very large capacity for making steam (which is very hot and dry). * After brewing grounds form a solid puck, though with water on top of them, as this machine lacks a 3-way solenoid of pricier machines. * The clock is functional as it has a second hand. Cons * Odd assortment of manuals with really no continuity. * Cup warming is relatively useless (it doesn't get that hot and it takes a while to warm up). Run water (without grounds or a pod) through the machine to heat up the machine and the cups. * Often the cups will fill at different rates (despite my best attempts at a firm even tamp, but this is a relatively minor issue. Comments * This machine uses an odd tamper which separates with the handle coming off and the tamper head remaining on top of the grounds (remaining in the portafilter while brewing). Beyond being unconventional, it makes it hard to get 14g of grounds in with the tamper head on top. Brewing without it seems to work fine. Research seems to indicate that they sold the machine without this for a while then "enhanced" it with this feature to limit the water build up on top of the grounds after brewing. * It may leak around the brew head while brewing but it is minor and infrequent. * Not too noisy (it does have a boiler and a pump, so it's also not too quiet either).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent machine, but very bad service center
*by H***G on November 30, 2006*

There is only 1 service center in the US to repair/maintain francisfrancis. This service center has very bad customer service, overcharge for labor and parts, and their technical expertise is bad. There are many online reviews that say the same: excellent machine, service center sucks. The service center sent the machine fixed to me, overcharged me, and it arrived damaged. They told me to deal with UPS directly. The UPS box looks intact, I feel the wrapping inside was not adequate or that they damaged it while packing it. They insure it only for $300 no matter how new or old is your machine. $300 isn't enough to get it back.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Looks great, works fair
*by C***R on October 30, 2003*

We've been using the Francis X5 for six months with mostly good results. The styling and color choices seem to be the maker's priority. The instruction manual was nearly worthless; just a few pictures and symbols and no information about set up, troubleshooting, etc. It took us about 30 minutes to figure out what the (unmarked) switches and buttons were for. My complaint now is that the steam nozzle is very loose and is losing steam pressure where it connects to the boiler. After a close examination of the metal structure, it appears to be mostly riveted or welded together. I can find no way to open up the case and tighten the nozzle. The machine still makes fine espresso but steaming milk has become a problem. For the price, I would expect better documentation and reliabilty.

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