HIBREW H10A - 58mm Espresso Machine, Stainless Steel Body with Milk Frother, Customizable Settings, Smart Display + 20 Bar Pressure Gauge.

Paired with a high quality espresso grinder, the Hibrew H10a makes an amazing cup of espresso. To my taste, it’s nearly in the same league as top-tier Italian machines. The Hibrew exceeded all my expectations. Decades ago, I started down the road of buying larger and fancier Italian espresso machines to use at home. When my big Italian machine broke down and stayed in the shop too long, I looked for a temporary workaround. First, I borrowed a friend’s old, Starbucks-branded, Saeco machine with a pressurized portafilter. It’s an entry-level machine than makes a consistently acceptable, average espresso. I couldn’t adjust the flavor much, for example, by grinding finer or tamping harder, because the pressurized portafilter overrides everything. The Hibrew H10a costs about the same as the Saeco, but the Hibrew has some features that I prefer. First, it has a plain, unpressurized, metal, portafilter like the big Italian machines. With the plain portafilter, I can adjust the grind exactly the way I like it, and it makes a difference. The Hibrew controls temperature/pressure digitally. Few entry-level machines ever did this until now. It keeps the flavor in the Goldilocks zone: not too bitter, and not too acidic. Just right! I’m cheating a little bit by using a $500 Eureka Mignon grinder. It wouldn’t have occurred to me to spend twice as much on a grinder as the espresso machine, but I already had the grinder. The results are fantastic. The flavor is very close to the best. The obvious difference between the Hibrew and the big, commercial machines is volume, and the time it takes to warm up. The big machines take 20 minutes to warm up, but once going, I could make triples and quadruples back-to-back, and steam large pitchers of milk simultaneously. I could easily serve a large crowd. In contrast, the Hibrew takes less than a minute to warm up to coffee temperature, and another 30 seconds to get to steam temperature (It takes longer to cool down, about 4-5 minutes to get back down to coffee temperature after steaming, a minor inconvenience.) The Hibrew can make a “double” espresso, but it’s a small double. The steam is sufficient for a small, single serving of very nice quality. The Hibrew is the right size for serving a small family. Paired with a good grinder and some experience grinding and tamping, it’s a fantastic machine, and an amazing bargain.

I've been using the H10A for a week and it's been a fantastic, powerful little machine. I’m using the H10A machine as an upgrade from the Hibrew H10B, which was a great mini version of this machine with a 51mm portafilter so I was already familiar with the simple design language and features. The H10A is an affordable espresso machine that offers some premium accessories and features that normally come standard on more expensive, higher end machines. This is a 58 mm group head so this machine gives you access to a variety of espresso accessories that smaller 51mm machines typically don’t have. It comes with a solid tamp made from metal and wood that is lightyears better than the standard plastic tamps that normally come with espresso machines as well as a milk frothing pitcher. One thing that stood out to me was the included portafilter. It’s heavy and solid and feels really nice to handle, adding to the “premium” experience. I plan on upgrading to the bottomless portafilter since it’s my preference to see how my shots are coming through to make any necessary adjustments as I dial them in, and I like the extra room I gain so I can use my bulky scale to weigh shots without the double spout in the way. The pressure gauge and LCD display is simple, clear and straight forward and allows me to control a lot of variables to dial in my shots just right. The temperature control is very helpful to adjust based on the roast level of the beans I’m using (higher temps for lighter roasts). The volumetric controls for the single and double shot buttons are very helpful and pretty consistent. Using a scale to weigh my yield is more accurate (I set the single shot button to about 40-45 ml and get about 36-40 ml output yield), but sometimes I like the convenience of a single button press and auto off, and my scale is a little too bulky for my to fit certain cups under. The most important aspect of the machine: the taste of the shots. In short, this machine makes excellent, delicious espresso! I mainly drink Americanos and the H10A does a fantastic job with them consistently. To get the best results make sure to use freshly roasted beans about 2-4 weeks out from the roast date; this needs to be the highest priority to get the best tasting espresso. In addition, you need to have a quality burr grinder that can grind fine enough for espresso to get the best flavor out of your beans. I am fortunate enough to have access to both fresh beans and a quality grinder. If you have that, all you need to do is work on your puck prep technique; this is where skill becomes a factor. Make sure you have an evenly distributed bed of coffee in the portafilter and tamp down evenly to ensure you won’t have any uneven extraction. I rarely drink milk based espresso drinks, but I did test the steam wand and it was pretty efficient. I only tested it with almond milk since that’s all I had and it got the job done. I’m not great at latte art, but this is a great machine to learn with and I imagine that using regular whole milk, or any other milk substitute specially designed for baristas, would make it so much easier to get the exact texture needed for latte art. It seems powerful enough to make great textured milk. One thing I wish the H10A had is a 3 way solenoid, which I notice the H10A plus has. That feature alone would make cleaning up so much easier. Although the H10A works wonderfully out of the box, I do highly suggest getting a coffee scale, dosing funnel, puck screen, WDT tool, distributor, and a calibrated tamper to make the puck prep process so much more easier. With the 58 ml portafilter, you can easily find many affordable options online. Overall, I have been having a fantastic experience with the H10A so far, and as long as it keeps working I’m completely content with sticking with this machine for the long haul. In my view, there are not many drastic improvements to be made even with a fancier $1000 machine with all the bells and whistles in terms of the tastiness of your espresso. It’s diminishing returns at that point unless you want to nerd-out and see and control every little variable of your espresso shot. As long as you have quality coffee beans, a good grinder and filtered water with your H10A you have everything you need for amazing espresso based drinks! Highly recommended!

I wanted a small footprint machine for my boat, and the reviews all seemed to be pretty good. The adjustable temperature for Pre infusion, Espresso and steam has been fun to play with. Also the water/steam dial on the side let's you do things like reducing the pressure at end of the shot like a lever machine. It's been really fun trying all the tricks. You can make very good espresso with this little guy. For the money and counter space this is a great machine. What I don't like. Because I is so light it tends to hop around on the counter when you install and remove the Portafilter. Steaming milk is SLOW. I didn't crank up the steam temp and got it down to about 60 seconds. Definitely steam your milk first. Sloppy Puck. It doesn't release the pressure when the shot is finished. Open the water/ steam dial for a second when the shot finishes prior to removing the Portafilter, seems to help. I wish it had a bottomless portafilter. That seems like a no Brainer you would think it would be cheaper. This is a great starter machine and ideal for a cabin or boat where counter space is a premium. Way better than the Wacco, Flair, or any of the machines in the price range.

This is my first espresso machine, and I got this after months (maybe even a year) of researching how to make coffee, and all things espresso. I was thinking if getting this over the Casabrews Ultra, but there are a couple of things which made me go for this, first, it was on sale at the time of purchase, which made the prices more even (the Casabrews is cheaper most of the time). First the disadvantages (depends on who you ask) is that the Hibrew doesn't have a 3-way solenoid valve, and the Casabrews does (which is admittedly incredible for the price). The casabrews also has a PID with 1 more degree of control, plus a larger (and better) drip tray and larger water tank. However, this machine has a ton of features, such as a timer, customizable volumetric dosing (if you don't have a scale, but it's very innacurate, compared to a scale). Now, the accesories that come with this machine: Tamper: honestly the best accesory, it's super heavy and comes with a wooden handle, could easily come with a machine 3 times the price. The Casabrews comes with a garbage plastic tamper. I still upgraded to a calibrated one, but that's only because I'm too clumsy to tamp evenly every time, so if you have a steady hand, there's no need to. Baskets: they're pretty good, not IMS good, but I don't feel the need to upgrade. Milk pitcher: also a surprisingly high quality accesory, the Casabrews doesn't come with one, which is a glaring omission if you want to make lattes. Portafilter: It's great, it's HEAVY, THICK and feels solid, unlike the cheap aluminum portafilters that come with most machines at this price range. I would still like it to be bottomless, but that's mostly for the aesthetic, and because clearance for cups with a scale is on the low side, so a bottomless would clear a few valuable cm. I believe Hibrew sells one but it would raise the cost of the setup by about $50, so a considerable amount, regardless, this one is excellent and has no plastic parts (besides the handle, which is inconsequential). Pressure gauge: I love the fact that this includes a pressure gauge, even though some might say pressure is a red-herring, it is a function of bean, roast level and grind size, so it does give you information of what is going on. If the pressure is too high, then grind coarser or use less coffee, and do the opposite if it is too low. I think of it as a big factor in helping me dial my coffee, along with a scale with a timer. Interface: I think the interface is simple enough that anyone can use it, however, there are some long-press combinations which can be difficult to remember if you don't use them ofter, so make sure to keep the manual handy. I love that the machine has both Celsius and Farenheit, since some machines only come with one of either. Now that I mention the manual, I was surprised at how nicely printed and laid out it is, especially the quick-start guide, they actually teach you good tips and feels like it was written and designed with love and care; something you don't expect from a Chinese brand (they tend to be a black and white ordeal with poor English and hastily put together). Regarding the lack of solenoid, it actually allows for several nice blooms and pre-infusions, such as a soma bloom or (watch Lance Hedrick's video on this machine for more on that). I've found that for my coffee and grinder (DF54), I like to do a 50 g turbo shot with a massive 45 s bloom. Many other things can be tried, such as the included preinfusion, which I've yet to use, or many other techinques, which is what I like about this machine, it's very flexible and allows for a lot of control over your shot for the price, so lots of functions for what is a not too high price. I ended up getting a set of tools with a calibrated tamper, a dosing funnel, a WDT tool, and a puck screen for $30 and all of these have improved both my shot consistency, quality, and experience, so I would recommend that. However, with the included tools, there's enough to get started and get good coffee. Milk frothing: this froths milk in about 45s, so pretty quick for a home setting, it produces good milk (but it's almost impossible to make a steam wand that won't, as far as I'm concerned), it does require practice, but after watching a few Youtube videos and making failed lattes for my partner I've gotten the hang of it. Noise: this obviously has a vibratory pump, not a rotary one, so it makes a bit of noise and vibrates slightly, but nothing concerning. Coffee quality: I've gotten some fantastic coffees out of this device and can't say I feel like I'm being held back with my experience level, surely with some time I might want to play with OPVs or pressure profiling, but that's getting too crazy and not something that can be asked of a budget (or even $1000-$1500) machine. Also, since I'm buying at this price range, I obviously care about getting the most bang for my buck I can, since I'm a young adult with short budget but a love for coffee. When I have a bigger budget in the future and want to upgrade, I would surely go for a more expensive grinder rather than thinking of upgrading the Hibrew. Durability: the economy is tough and money is tight for most people, so I really hope that Hibrew made this product to last, and parts are available for if/when they fail, even basic ones, such as gaskets, fittings, or the pump or brew-head. Things should be made to last and repaired, Hibrew is a new brand so many people are skeptical of them, but if they prove they can make reliable devices, they will surely be here to stay in the long term as that reputation will follow them, but only time will tell. In conclusion: I'm surprised at how well thought-out this machine is, from the surprising accesories quality, down to the manual, the packaging, the interface options, and the nice black matte-black finish. It feels like the people who designed this cared about their product, so I'm giving it 5 stars.

So, I've been living with the HiBrew H10A for about a week and a half now. It's one of those things you buy when you're tired of paying five bucks for a latte and decide, "I can totally do this at home." And honestly, so far, it's been a pretty good call. First impressions? This thing is ready to go right out of the box. It's not one of those setups that makes you feel like you're missing half the parts. It came with a nice, solid-looking 58mm double-spout portafilter, a couple of different baskets, a pretty hefty stainless steel tamper, and even a 450ml milk pitcher. The machine itself is surprisingly sleek. It's got this smooth, polished look that doesn't scream "cheap plastic." The water basin is big enough that you aren't refilling it every single morning, which is a small but important victory when you're still half-asleep. Plus, there's a little cup-warming tray on top—my mug's new favorite spot. The whole "jam-packed with features" thing isn't just marketing fluff, either. You can tweak the water volume in tiny 5ml increments, and even mess with the brew and steam temperatures. It's like having a little mad scientist's lab for your coffee. It heats up crazy fast, too. You flip it on, grab your beans, and by the time you've ground them, it's ready to go. The switch from brewing to steaming is quick, too. No standing around tapping your foot while it sputters and coughs its way up to temp. Now for the real-world stuff. This is where you find out if you're a barista or just a person who likes coffee. The espresso shots themselves have been pretty consistent, assuming you get your grind and tamp right. But the steam wand... this is where things get interesting. It's like the steam wand has a little secret. Before it gets down to the business of making perfect, silky microfoam, it likes to spit out a little bit of un-evaporated water, almost like it's clearing its throat. If you're not paying attention or you're a newbie to this whole milk steaming dance, that extra water can kinda dilute your milk and mess up your texturing. It's not a deal-breaker, just a little quirk you have to learn to work around. A quick purge into a spare cup before you start steaming does the trick. Another thing that's a bit of a head-scratcher is the portafilter spout. It's a double-spout, which is great, but the spouts don't seem to detach. I gave it a good, nervous tug, but no dice. This means cleaning is a little more involved. You can't just pop off the spouts and rinse them out. You'll need a good, skinny bottle brush or something similar to make sure you're getting all the old coffee goo out of there. Not a major flaw, but something to remember if you're not a fan of deep cleaning. And about all those fancy temperature displays—the machine uses a heating block system, not a traditional boiler. This is a common thing on machines in this price range. While the screen might say a certain temperature, the actual temp coming out of the brew head can fluctuate a little bit. It's not a huge issue, especially for a daily driver, but it's something to keep in mind if you're aiming for a super precise, competition-level shot. Bottom line: For someone just getting into the world of espresso, this machine is a solid starting point. It's got all the tools you need to learn the basics and then some. You can definitely see a real improvement in your technique and workflow speed with a machine like this. It's probably not an "endgame" machine for a hardcore coffee nerd, but for daily use, I honestly don't see a reason for anything more. It’s a great little workhorse that feels like it’s punching above its weight. Highly recommend.

My research for a beginners espresso machine lead me to discovering the HIBREW H10A. The reviews I found showed that this machine had the right combination of capabilities at the budget I as looking for. I took the chance and paired it with HIBREW's G5 grinder. I am really happy with this pairing. The H10A's build quality is great. I found the outer shell of the machine to be metal. At this price point, I expected it to be plastic. I was also impressed by the included accessories. I purchased a puck prep tool kit that came with a tamp, but the included tamp was a much nicer quality. The milk pitcher that came with the machine was also impressive. I added HIBREW's bottomless portafilter to this machine and I highly recommend that accessory. The ability to see the expresso shots flow looks cool and is a great tool to diagnose any problems with your shot. The machine has really nice, easy to read controls and gauges. I've been working with the default setting, but you an tune your shot volumes, temp, and pre-infusion. I'm a beginner, so I've been learning the intricacies to the espresso process. It's been fun learning how to dial in my shots and this machine makes it easy to learn how. I've been very happy with the shots I've been getting and the steam wand does a great job texturing milk. 40-50 seconds gets me a nice pitcher of textured milk for my lattes. I've been very happy with my first month using the H10A. My morning coffee ritual has been so fun. I just have to practice my latte art.

With brushed stainless-steel finish, this espresso coffee machine blends seamlessly into our kitchen. It is superbly built, seen with much more expensive espresso machines. For example, portafilter is very heavy and solid, made from cast stainless steel. We definitely love this Hibrew espresso machine and we love its convenience. This Hibrew espresso machine comes in handy and is very convenient. It’s very easy to use and quite surprisingly it comes with very easy to read instructions. And it is really great because we can make our espresso shots in the comfort of our own home that is very convenient. It saves us money after all😉. The quality is very nice. The size is very nice, very functional, easy to clean, easy to assemble, easy to get the coffee quality we like. Again, this is a great product. We would definitely recommend it if you like espresso. If you really like espresso shots this is something for you, genuine espresso aficionado. Coffee tastes great and we love the convenience of having this coffee machine in our home. We definitely recommend it. I almost forgot, customer service is second to none, very prompt and very responsive. Ms. Helen, thank you.

We purchased this about a year ago. Use it to make lattes on the weekend. It has been excellent for us until this morning. While steaming milk, it started to smell of burning plastic and a white smoke was emitting on the back right side of the machine. Feels very unsafe and concerning. Last thing we need is an electrical fire in our home. I recognize this is an isolated instance and will be curious to see how HiBREW or Amazon addresses the concern.