{
  "id": 19807617,
  "title": "The Amzchef Espresso Machine with Grinder is just $229, the cheapest bean-to-cup espresso machine I’ve ever seen; unfortunately, it looks and acts like it too — no Breville-beater",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/the-amzchef-espresso-machine-with-grinder-is-just-229-the-cheapest",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-13T12:52:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/home/coffee-makers/amzchef-espresso-machine-with-grinder-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amzchef’s Espresso Machine with Grinder can be purchased for just $229, the most economical bean-to-cup espresso machine the reviewer has encountered. Despite its affordability, the machine performs as expected. At 13.9 pounds and 12.5 x 10.8 x 13.4 inches in size, it weighs a reasonable amount, and its dimensions are standard. The machine features a Thermoblock heating system, a 20-bar pressure, and a 61 fluid ounce water tank capacity. It comes equipped with two pressurized portafilters, a scoop, a tamper, a tamping collar, and a brush. Priced on Amazon U.S. at $229 and £239 on Amazon U.K., the product code is CM1626. The machine has received mixed reviews, with some praising its budget-friendly price, while others question its longevity and design quality.",
  "summary": "The Amzchef Espresso Machine with Grinder is the cheapest bean-to-cup espresso machine I’ve seen, but its flimsy design and low-quality grinder are red flags.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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        "published": "2026-11-11T13:41:23.000Z"
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/this-coffee-machine-won-two-design-awards-and-now-has-150-off-for",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/low-price-alert-the-delonghi-magnifica-duo-espresso-machine-is",
        "published": "2026-11-11T15:21:58.000Z"
      }
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}