KitchenAid Fully Automatic Espresso Machine KF8 with Milk Attachment & Plant Based Milk Options, KES8558JP, Juniper
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About this item Create personalized drinks with a touch of a button and choose from 40+ recipe options like Espresso, Americano, Latte, Cappuccino and more Removable bean hopper allows you to simply twist and lift to easily remove the bean hopper to empty, exchange or refill with fresh beans to suit your taste The "Clean Me" indicator light alerts you when the espresso machine requires a cleaning cycle, and the cleaning cycle is programmable for varying water-hardness levels From whole milk to plant-based, simply fill up the included milk container with your favorite milk and automatically create personalized milk drinks with the dual-drink delivery system - automatic milk frothing and heating feature gives you the exact amount of milk needed with the push of a button Durable and built-to-last metal-clad construction offers beauty, precision and years of quality and reliability See more product details
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Product information Features & Specs Other Special Features of the Product Auto Clean Function, Auto Shut-Off, Integrated Coffee Grinder, Programmable, Removable Tank Coffee Maker Type Espresso Machine Specific Uses For Product Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte Operation Mode Fully Automatic Wattage 1450 watts Voltage 120 Volts (AC) Human Interface Input Buttons, Touchscreen Coffee Input Type Whole Bean Filter Type Reusable Measurements Capacity 2.2 Liters Item Dimensions D x W x H 18.5"D x 10.2"W x 14.3"H Number of Items 1 Materials & Care Material Metal Warranty & Support Feedback Item details Brand Name KitchenAid Included Components (1) 2.2 L water tank, (1) bean hopper (removable), (1) milk tube, (2) cleaning tablets (brew unit), Filter Model Name Fully Automatic Espresso Machine Model Number KES8558JP Manufacturer KitchenAid UPC 883049667430 Part Number KES8558JP Item Type Name KitchenAid Fully Automatic Espresso Machine Best Sellers Rank #234,842 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #12 in Super-Automatic Espresso Machines ASIN B0CTCYT3L2 Customer Reviews 4.0 out of 5 stars Style Color Juniper Style Fully Auto
Customer reviews
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Good espresso, true double shot, just clean the brew head weekly.
Makes espresso shots as good as I could pull with my portafilter machine and I love the automatic true double shot capability. I’m not going to expound on how great the espresso is or isn’t, that’s too subjective, I think it’s great but to each his own. And with all the online info covering capabilities and specifications I won’t address that either. I will say it is a well-made machine, maybe not perfect (who is) but what I would call a high-end solid piece of equipment. However… there are a lot of reviews I believe related to a common issue of clogging, I have experienced that so I’ll tell you what I know. After a week or so my first unit developed bad issues with the brew head clogging daily, after just 2 or 3 pulls. Sometimes during extraction little or nothing would come out then it would explode with a loud POP! and steam would come billowing out the side. Had to remove and rinse the brew head in the sink every day to keep it happy. KitchenAid actually sent a new unit with one easy phone call. The replacement unit works great and it doesn't clog as bad or as often. It will clog after about a weeks worth of brewing (minimum 2 shots a day). I assume this is normal? If you pull more shots a day then it will clog sooner. For my use, pulling the brew head and rinsing in the sink weekly keeps the operation and extractions consistent, it's not a big deal and is recommended anyway. I see a lot of reviews describing smoke or steam coming out the side, water leaking and reduced or no espresso volume. I’ve had all these issues and it was just the brew head getting clogged causing overpressure and water/steam escaping. Pulling the brew head and cleaning with a rinse in the sink should restore normal operation and extraction. I found running the automated brew head cleaning process on the machine didn't help, it's good for flushing the lines and dispenser head but not really cleaning all the grounds from the brew head. Most every “super auto” espresso machine has easily removable brew heads for this reason and is going to require a manual cleaning / rinsing but how often in comparison I don't know. Weekly seems understandable. If you want to know more about removing the brew head and the manual cleaning process there are loads of videos .
Makes espresso shots as good as I could pull with my portafilter machine and I love the automatic true double shot capability. I’m not going to expound on how great the espresso is or isn’t, that’s too subjective, I think it’s great but to each his own. And with all the online info covering capabilities and specifications I won’t address that either. I will say it is a well-made machine, maybe not perfect (who is) but what I would call a high-end solid piece of equipment. However… there are a lot of reviews I believe related to a common issue of clogging, I have experienced that so I’ll tell you what I know. After a week or so my first unit developed bad issues with the brew head clogging daily, after just 2 or 3 pulls. Sometimes during extraction little or nothing would come out then it would explode with a loud POP! and steam would come billowing out the side. Had to remove and rinse the brew head in the sink every day to keep it happy. KitchenAid actually sent a new unit with one easy phone call. The replacement unit works great and it doesn't clog as bad or as often. It will clog after about a weeks worth of brewing (minimum 2 shots a day). I assume this is normal? If you pull more shots a day then it will clog sooner. For my use, pulling the brew head and rinsing in the sink weekly keeps the operation and extractions consistent, it's not a big deal and is recommended anyway. I see a lot of reviews describing smoke or steam coming out the side, water leaking and reduced or no espresso volume. I’ve had all these issues and it was just the brew head getting clogged causing overpressure and water/steam escaping. Pulling the brew head and cleaning with a rinse in the sink should restore normal operation and extraction. I found running the automated brew head cleaning process on the machine didn't help, it's good for flushing the lines and dispenser head but not really cleaning all the grounds from the brew head. Most every “super auto” espresso machine has easily removable brew heads for this reason and is going to require a manual cleaning / rinsing but how often in comparison I don't know. Weekly seems understandable. If you want to know more about removing the brew head and the manual cleaning process there are loads of videos .
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Absolutely Amazing!
We just got this machine yesterday (10/01/25 and I’m blown away! From the moment I unboxed it, it felt like a premium product. The setup was surprisingly simple, and once it was ready, it pretty much did everything for me. The espresso comes out smooth, rich, and with a perfect crema every single time. I’ve already tried lattes and cappuccinos, and the milk frother makes them café-quality with zero effort. It’s literally push-button convenience without sacrificing taste. I also love how sleek it looks on the counter—modern and stylish, but not oversized. Cleaning is easy so far, which is a big plus compared to other machines I’ve owned. If you want amazing coffee at home without the hassle of grinding, tamping, and guessing, this is the machine to get. I honestly can’t believe how effortless it makes the whole process. Highly recommend!
We just got this machine yesterday (10/01/25 and I’m blown away! From the moment I unboxed it, it felt like a premium product. The setup was surprisingly simple, and once it was ready, it pretty much did everything for me. The espresso comes out smooth, rich, and with a perfect crema every single time. I’ve already tried lattes and cappuccinos, and the milk frother makes them café-quality with zero effort. It’s literally push-button convenience without sacrificing taste. I also love how sleek it looks on the counter—modern and stylish, but not oversized. Cleaning is easy so far, which is a big plus compared to other machines I’ve owned. If you want amazing coffee at home without the hassle of grinding, tamping, and guessing, this is the machine to get. I honestly can’t believe how effortless it makes the whole process. Highly recommend!
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Goodbye Breville
Should have gotten a super automatic along time ago. We did not because we are picky about maintenance and aesthetics as well as coffee quality. The black looks amazing on our black countertops, the maintenance is trivial with freaking animated pictures, and the coffee quality is fantastic. There are a couple tiiiiny niggles like I wish I could save more than one version of the same drink in my profile (small drink x, large drink x) but you cannot. Easy enough to work around by creating a large profile and a small profile but tbh we have never bothered. Top quality in every way. Could not be happier
Should have gotten a super automatic along time ago. We did not because we are picky about maintenance and aesthetics as well as coffee quality. The black looks amazing on our black countertops, the maintenance is trivial with freaking animated pictures, and the coffee quality is fantastic. There are a couple tiiiiny niggles like I wish I could save more than one version of the same drink in my profile (small drink x, large drink x) but you cannot. Easy enough to work around by creating a large profile and a small profile but tbh we have never bothered. Top quality in every way. Could not be happier
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Over a year since purchase and We Still Love It!
Choosing a fully automatic coffee maker in this price range was difficult. After much research we decided on the KF8 and never looked back. It has been in use now for well over a year now and the KF8 has been 100% reliable the entire time. My wife loves the hoppers that easily allows her to switch out to her flavor of the day. Plant based milk option is great as we use almond milk for our latte drinks. We have been very happy with this purchase.
Choosing a fully automatic coffee maker in this price range was difficult. After much research we decided on the KF8 and never looked back. It has been in use now for well over a year now and the KF8 has been 100% reliable the entire time. My wife loves the hoppers that easily allows her to switch out to her flavor of the day. Plant based milk option is great as we use almond milk for our latte drinks. We have been very happy with this purchase.
