Great mornings start with great coffee. Coffee lovers admit to drinking 3-4 cups of great coffee every day. However, the ability to brew a great cup of coffee at home with a coffee machine makes life much easier.
The Mcilpoog ws-203 with smart controls and touch screen is the perfect coffee machine for a coffee lover.
You can easily make your favorite coffee in three steps: Grind, brew, and milk. You can adjust the coffee strength, temperature, milk texture and manipulate the brewing process to get the coffee you desire.
The Mcilpoog espresso machine features an automated microfoam feature that lets you to customize the milk temperature and texture for barista-quality coffee.
This review will examine the characteristics, features, functions, pros and cons of the Mcilpoog WS-203 espresso coffee machine.
The Mcilpoog WS-203 espresso coffee machine is a black coffee machine with the ability to brew 16 different flavors of coffee, including Latte, Cappuccino, Espresso, Americano, and Classic coffee, Latte Macchiato, Hot Milk foam and more.
It allows you to adjust the water content, milk content, and coffee strength and can keep brewing great coffee if you use it for more than 50 cups of coffee and less than 100 a day; hence is best used in commercial areas and offices.
It has a 1.7L water capacity and a 250g coffee bean capacity, so you may save money on a cup of coffee.
Like most automatic coffee machines, this one has a smart cleaning reminder to let you know when the machine is due for maintenance.
This coffee machine is different from other coffee machines manufactured by Mcilpoog. They removed the built-in refrigerator found in some of their models as they found it unreasonable since the user already had a refrigerator.
They also removed the milk box that used to be present in the previous version of the milk frothing machine since most users complained about the peculiar smell it left behind after washing.
Mcilpoog ws-203 uses up to 1300W of power which means you will not have to spend much on electricity.
With a single touch of the smart control, the conical burr grinder with dose control delivers the exact amount of coffee grounds you need for a whole and delicious cup of coffee.
Another bonus is the removable drip tray and the coffee grounds extractor are removable for easy cleaning.
The unique feature of this coffee machine will be its simple-to-use smart control and its ability to make 16 varieties of delicious coffee, including espresso.
Specifications of Mcilpoog WS-203
1. Dimensions and Weight
The Mcilpoog ws-203 has dimensions of 22.65 x 18.65 x 13.45 inches and a weight of 34.1 pounds.
2. Brewing Capacity
This smart coffee machine can brew 16 different types of coffee, including Latte, Cappuccino, Espresso, Americano, Classic coffee, Latte Macchiato, and Hot Milk foam, with a bean capacity of 250g.
3. Tank Capacity
The Mcilpoog ws-203 has a water tank capacity of 1.7L. This is enough water to brew 12-15 cups of coffee before refilling.
4. Coffee Flavor
Mcilpoog ws-203 extracts the best flavor from your coffee grounds and is usually best for making espresso and cappuccino.
Mcilpoog WS-203 Build Quality and Durability
This coffee maker is quite durable as it is made with strong black steel to withstand heat, moisture, and impact.
In addition, the machine has one adjustable spout, which also acts as the spout for milk to avoid issues like scalding your hand while holding the container or spoiling the coffee with too much milk.
The machine’s build ensures the Mcilpoog ws-203 lasts long enough for 2-3 years to give you quality barista coffee every time you want it.
Design of Mcilpoog WS-203 Espresso Coffee Machine
The touch screen feature of this machine separates it from other coffee machines in the market. The easy-to-use smart control system makes the brewing process fast and less of a hustle. It allows you to turn on the Soy flour function using the beverage setting.
The coffee maker has powerful grinding mechanisms that make it noisy while brewing your espresso. The milk frother has a 3.5 inner diameter, 6.0mm outer diameter, and a 440mm length.
It has a 15 BAR pressure system to brew your coffee in 40 seconds and requires you to use a water filter, so your machine lasts for a long time.
Mcilpoog ws-203’s water tank and bean box can be found at the top of the machine. The warm cup is closer to the front, and the touch screen slants outward.
In addition, you will find the coffee grounds box below the spout, the brewing door by the side, the drip tray at the base, and the on/off switch at the back.
How to Install Mcilpoog WS-203?
You can place the Mcilpoog ws-203 on a flat tabletop, under a cabinet or on a wooden mount close to an electric socket.
The Mcilpoog espresso machine is pretty easy to install and set up and will only take 10 minutes as long you understand the primary function of each part.
Here are the steps to follow while setting up the Mcilpoog WS-203:
- Remove all labels from the coffee machine
- Set on a flat surface
- Fill water tank
- Put water filter in place
- Fix back in coffee machine
- Fill the bean box with dry coffee beans or use the bypass
- Attach clean milk tube
- Put in the passcode ‘123456’
- Select a coffee variety in the menu
- Place a cup of coffee mug under
- Brew the first cup of coffee
Brewing the first cup of coffee with your new Mcilpoog ws-203 can be slow, but it is recommended to improve the speed and quality of the brewing process once you start brewing the first real cup of coffee.
Key Features of Mcilpoog WS-203 Espresso Machine
1. Touch screen
This is one of the coffee machine’s most popular features. It helps you brew a perfect cup in just three steps: Grind, brew, and Milk. You can easily adjust the milk content, water content, and coffee concentration for any variety of coffee.
Mcilpoog ws-203’s touch screen allows you to customize your cup of coffee when brewing any of the 16 available varieties.
2. Dose Control Grinding
The accurate precision conical burr grinder grinds the coffee beans automatically and releases just enough beans for your cup of coffee for maximum flavor.
3. Automatic Microfoam Milk Texturing
The automatic steam wand allows you to adjust the milk temperature and texture, so you get the right amount of foam in your cup of coffee.
The kind of coffee you are getting is not just ordinary delicious coffee, but barista brewed coffee that you would usually pay for.
4. Smart Cleaning Reminder
Mcilpoog ws-203 has indicator lights that tell you when the coffee machine is due for maintenance.
If you cannot clean manually, it consists of the switch machine cleaning, the milk foam system, brewing or extractor system, and an automatic cleaning button. The bean and water shortage screen also issues a sound reminder, so you top up or refill.
How to Brew Coffee using Mcilpoog WS-203?
While making espresso, the coffee machine froths the milk before the espresso is brewed. This technique leads to the wastage of coffee grounds.
However, you can get around this by using the bypass option without adding coffee grounds and pressing the start button before pulling the coffee to avoid leftover water.
It takes about 40 secs to make a delicious cup of cappuccino.
There are 15 other varieties Mcilpoog WS-203 can brew: espresso, double espresso, American, classic coffee, latte macchiato, latte, BTB coffee, flint white coffee, large pot coffee, crema, ristretto, clear pattern, light coffee, hot milk, hot foam and hot water. With the customize button, you can adjust any of these options.
The coffee machine offers instant heating and maintains a constant brewing temperature of 90-95°C for strong and mellow coffee. Unfortunately, the removable brewing system is accessible from the side and does not support oily coffee beans.
The Mcilpoog ws-203 is suitable for office and domestic use but primarily preferable for the former.
Below is the simple brewing process for the Mcilpoog ws-203:
- Put in code ‘123456’
- Adjust the brewing settings to suit desired coffee
- Select coffee variety to brew
- Tap ‘Accept’
- Place the milk tube in the cream
- Wait for desired coffee to brew.
How Easy to Use Mcilpoog Espresso Machine?
The Mcilpoog ws-203 is easy to use and requires no technical knowledge with its touch screen feature.
A beginner can easily decide and customize the brew they want. The position of the water tank and the bean box ensure it is easy to refill and add more beans in case of shortage.
The Mcilpoog ws-203 is easy to use and requires no technical knowledge with its touch screen feature.
A beginner can easily decide and customize the brew they want. The position of the water tank and the bean box ensure it is easy to refill and add more beans in case of shortage.
Due to its large footprint, you might have difficulty moving this coffee machine around, but the adjustable spout for milk and coffee still takes the stress away from the pouring process.
Filters Used in Mcilpoog WS-203 Espresso Coffee machine
The Mcilpoog ws-203 uses a water filter to improve the quality of water and the machine’s life span.
If used consistently to brew more than 50 cups of coffee, the water filter can last for four months, and the coffee machine lives up to its complete lifespan.
These water filters need to be replaced every four months to ensure you keep getting the best brew.
How to Clean Mcilpoog WS-203?
Mcilpoog ws-203 has an automatic cleaning button on the touch screen. Pressing the button and confirming will automatically start an internal cleaning process.
You should use a soft wet cloth to clean the body of the coffee machine.
Remove the milk frother, disassemble the accessories, rinse with hot water, and fix back to remove the peculiar smell and taste from brewed coffee. The water reservoir can also be cleaned manually by removing it from the coffee machine and rinsing it with hot water.
The drip tray is convenient as it is removable and dishwasher safe. It can also be cleaned manually underwater.
Warranty and Support of Mcilpoog WS-203
The Mcilpoog ws-203 comes with a limited 18 months warranty. This warranty covers any fault that the coffee machine might develop between the first 18 months of usage as long as you do not tamper with it.
This warranty can be accessed on Mcilpoog website and will only be valid if you have proof of payment.
Mcilpoog offers 24-hour customer support and mail support. They respond promptly to queries made via their website or email.
Is it worth Buying Mcilpoog WS-203?
Pros (7 Reasons to Buy)
- The coffee machine is affordable
- Makes 16 varieties of coffee
- Capable of microfoam milk
- Has an interactive display
- Energy-saving features
- Automatic cleaning mode
- Has an easy-to-use steam wand
Cons (Reason Not to Buy)
- Makes too much noise
User Reviews and Feedback on Mcilpoog WS-203
Positive Reviews
- Users appreciate the automatic cleaning feature that makes the coffee machine easy to clean.
- Customers love the touch screen feature to customize their coffee brew.
- Users are happy with the variations the coffee machine allows. They say that once they have found the settings for the desired coffee brew, it saves it, and they can brew the same cup with just one tap of the touch screen.
Negative Reviews
- Some customers say that the coffee machine can be loud ad very annoying when trying to brew a cup of coffee at night.
- Some users said the Mcilpoog ws-203 was large and cumbersome with inconsistency in brewing temperature.
Our Rating of Mcilpoog WS-203
| Feature | Rating (0-10) |
| Build quality | 9.0 |
| Easy to use | 9.0 |
| Brewing Capacity | 8.5 |
| Speed | 9.5 |
| Thermal Capacity | 9.0 |
| Overall | 9.0 |
We rate overall 9 out of 10 for Mcilpoog WS-203 Espresso Coffee Machine.
The build quality is rated 9.0 because it uses heat-resistant, strong steel to protect the machine’s internal parts. When compared to other coffee makers that use aluminum, there appears to be no disadvantage but the machine has a large footprint and is cumbersome.
The easy-to-use feature is rated 9.0 because of the touch screen feature that helps users navigate the machine and brew different varieties but the requirement of a passcode before accessing the menu is unnecessary and wastes time.
The water indicator shows light but does not stop loud beeping until water tank is refilled. This can make brewing at early times of the day discomforting.
The brewing capacity is rated 8.5 because it is affordable and can brew 16 different varieties of coffee. The downside is that you have to replace the milk tube after a day’s use to avoid the growth of moss as the tube does not readily flush out the hot water used for cleaning.
The speed is rated 9.5 because it can brew a cup of coffee in 40 seconds, but the first cup can take longer. Most automatic coffee makers cannot brew coffee this fast.
The thermal capacity is rated 9.0 because though Mcilpoog claims the brewing temperature is maintained at 90-95°C;
Final Words:
This is enough information to help you decide whether to purchase the Mcilpoog ws-203 or another coffee maker from Mcilpoog.
- ☕ Touch Screen: The touch screen display simplifies how to make your favorite coffee in 3 easy steps: Grind, Brew and Milk; Easily adjust the coffee strength, milk texture and temperature to suit your taste.16 kinds of coffee,each coffee all can adjust the water content, milk content, coffee concentration.
- ☕ Automatic Microfoam Milk Texturing: Auto steam wand allows you to adjust the milk temperature and texture to suit your taste; Delivering barista quality micro foam that enhances the flavor of the coffee and is essential for creating.
- ☕ Dose Control Grinding: With a single touch, the integrated precision conical burr grinder with dose control delivers the right amount of coffee on demand, for maximum flavor
- ☕ Intelligent cleaning and reminder: switch machine cleaning, milk foam system, brewing system, automatic cleaning, lack of beans and water shortage screen will issue a sound reminder.Water Tank Capacity: 1.7L, Coffee Bean Box Capacity: 250G
- ☕ After-sales service: customer service 24 hours online service, returns and exchanges within 30 days. 12 months after-sales guarantee;
According to genuine reviews, the coffee machine has great brewing speed and has a simple, fun-to-use touch screen. Still, you can go for another coffee maker if you are worried about the large footprint and noise this coffee machine produces while grinding.