Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse Coffee Machine | Espresso, Cappuccino & Latte Maker | 19 Bar Italian Pump | Automatic Milk Frother | ESE Pod Compatible | Black [VCF107]

I bought this having made my way through several machines looking for the perfect combination of taste and convenience. I love my mocha pot and milk frother but can't drag myself out of bed early enough to deal with all of the faff. Cue the breville. Easy to use and clean but very disappointing when using pre ground coffee (Illy). Tasted like dishwater. Could be the way I tampered but tried varying degrees of pressure with no success. And then I bought some Illy ese pods. Eureka! Perfect coffee at last. I haven't tried beans yet but am happy to stick with the pods. I ummed and ahh'd for a while before buying as some of the reviews weren't great but so far so good. For those who don't read instruction books, please do. One of the things that could damage the machine is trying to yank the milk container off. The is a release catch just above the container and it also helps to use this when re-attaching. Also, if you need to change the espresso filters over you do need to align a barely discernable notch in order to do so. I spend a good 10 minutes fiddling and complaining before resorting to the instruction book. Lesson learned.

5-Star Review for Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse (VCF107) “Better than the newer model — here’s why” I recently bought the Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse (VCF107) as a replacement for the newer VCF146 model I had before — and surprisingly, I actually prefer this older version in many ways. Why it’s better than the newer version: 1. Physical buttons are more reliable: One of the biggest improvements is the use of mechanical push buttons instead of the touch-sensitive sensor buttons found on newer models like the VCF146. On the newer machine, the touch buttons would occasionally activate unintentionally or require repeated pressing. With this VCF107, every press is firm, tactile, and dependable — no guesswork. 2. Same high-performance 19-bar pump: Despite being an older model, it still uses a powerful 19-bar Italian pump, giving you rich espresso with proper crema. In terms of actual coffee output, there’s no downgrade at all. 3. Familiar milk frothing system: The automatic milk frother works just as well as the newer one. It heats and froths consistently, and it’s easy to clean. There’s no compromise on cappuccino or latte quality. 4. Solid build and easy-to-use design: The layout of the VCF107 is slightly more straightforward. Everything is clearly marked and accessible, which makes daily use smoother — especially for people who just want good coffee without overcomplicated controls. 5. Better durability (in my experience): My newer model had issues with leaks and electrical faults — I believe some of the newer revisions have sacrificed robustness for style. This model feels a bit sturdier and more forgiving with daily use.

Why did you choose this product over others?: I was debating between two coffee machines that don't require manual frothing because I just always burn the milk. I settled for this one because I love my coffee hot. Pros: Built in milk dispenser that fits perfectly in the fridge door Adjustable frothiness level Hot drink temperature Option for manual espresso and milk dispensing Easy to use and clean Quick Cons: Quite loud milk frothing Very much spluttering around (doesn't look aesthetic like with hand poured milk) Cup size is very misleading - regular cappuccino or latte is very small, large ones are more of a standard size you get in a cafe You cannot fit a latte cup under the porta filter (see photo) Overall I bought it mainly for espressos and an occasional cappuccino. I probably wouldn't buy it again for this but if milky coffees are your routine then it's really quick and delivers tasty hot results.

Got the prima latte version, I have to say I'm impressed with the value and quality for money on this product. Used it once so far but can't wait to use it more. User friendly and great coffee to milk ratio. Fits perfectly for where I brought it to go and looks super cute.

I don't know what's wrong with certain people... The machine ( for the price) is good, not perfect, but good. Everything works as it should, if you LEARN how to move the parts properly. I use mostly the "custom "program, I like to decide the amount. The frother is fantastic and the coffee is consistent. easy to clean to. IMPORTANT : every 50 or 60 time you need to clean the internal with vinegar, to avoid the machine starts to loose pressure. This is normal! .I am Italian Chef.....I know what we are talking about....

I have tried several one-touch espresso machines with built-in milk frothers, and unfortunately this one didn’t meet my expectations. Pros: The machine is compact and has a nice small footprint, which is great if you don’t have much counter space. I also like that it can use both ground coffee and ESE pods, which gives some flexibility. The milk frother itself works well once it is set up. Cons: The milk frother attachment is quite awkward to install and never seems to sit completely flush, even when fitted carefully. The portafilter is also very difficult to use — getting it into the correct position takes effort, and turning the handle into the lock position requires much more force than it should. I tried both ground coffee and ESE pods, but the taste was inconsistent. The coffee came out either too weak or too strong, and there was also a noticeable chemical taste. I cleaned the machine several times before and after use in case this was due to residue in the pipes, but it didn’t improve. In the end, I found myself spending more time adjusting and struggling with the machine than actually enjoying a coffee, which defeats the purpose of buying a one-touch system. Unfortunately, I decided to return it.

Perfect love it

I got it yesterday... coffee taste is lovely... in reviews I read the package is not good, it was a great package when I received it in Ireland... for more about the machine performance, I think I need time to say about it

Upgraded from a 'Pod' machine. This is easy to use, having the automatic milk steamer. There are options for both premade and custom blends.

I ordered this machine last December as a present but it arrived faulty, the water tank keeps leaking slow leak after use. Returned it and ordered another one and this time while doing the Prime the control panel for steam heater is not working, only the espresso panel light is on. Tried it after 30 mins and still the same.

Steam makes the display labels disappear.also the machine came without the pods which are listed in the instructions. No notice for Australian consumer that the machine will come with a UK plague.