Can I manually pour a better cup, sometimes. But not anywhere as constantly. Every morning, no matter how tired I have been for over a month, I simply get great coffee each and every time. The pod system is very convenient, but I like using my own beens and for me it the better option. Thats the thing, I think the xbloom can fit anyones routine and or tastes. The app has been great, I like being able to tweak small variables, one at a time to dial in a brew. This truly is a game changer. Its like having your own little barista champ in a box.

I waited a long time for a coffee machine that I thought could deliver amazing coffee at home. Most coffee machines don’t make good enough coffee, and doing my own pour over or aeropress took up too much time in the morning to do consistently. This machine solved both of those issues. So quick to get a great out over going, and you get other things done while waiting for your coffee to brew for you (for me it’s feeding my dog and cat before heading to work). Amazing machine! Highly recommend.