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Compact black stainless steel espresso machine with steam wand and glass carafe

KEENSTAR BCM2201 3.5 Bar Espresso Machine with Milk Frother

SKU CH-7SQB-TW6R3

A compact 3.5-bar espresso machine brews up to 240 ml in two minutes and froths milk in 40 seconds with an 800 W steam wand

  • Product nameBCM2201
  • Casing materialStainless steel
  • Drip trayManual
  • Drip tray coverManual
  • Maximum pressureMedium
  • Removable water tankManual
  • Fast heat-up delivers espresso in 120 seconds
  • 5 bar pressure extracts rich flavour from grounds
  • 800 W steam wand creates micro-foam in 40 seconds
  • Single-switch knob with pause simplifies operation
  • Stainless-steel housing fits compact 6.1 × 9.4 × 13.3 inch footprint

Compact Espresso Machine for Home Beginners

The KEENSTAR BCM2201 is a manual espresso and cappuccino maker designed for home users who want simple operation. It uses a single switch knob with an indicator light to control brewing and steaming. The machine produces 3.5 bar of pressure and runs on an 800 watt heating element at 120 volts. It brews one to four cups using ground coffee with a 240 millilitre water capacity.

Stainless Steel Build with Manual Controls

The housing uses stainless steel in a black finish measuring 13.3 inches high, 6.1 inches wide and 9.4 inches deep. A removable water tank and manual drip tray allow straightforward filling and cleaning. The portafilter includes a filter for ground coffee and a glass carafe with volume markings is supplied. A steam wand with a silicone heat pad enables manual milk frothing for cappuccino or latte.

Fast Heating and Steam Performance

The 800 watt element heats water to brewing temperature quickly and generates steam for micro-foam in about 40 seconds. A pause function lets you interrupt the cycle if needed. The manufacturer advises not to exceed 240 millilitres of water to avoid nozzle leaks and recommends cleaning the steam wand after each use to prevent blockages. The unit weighs 4 pounds.

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Price $68.99
Pricier than about 69% of the 140 comparable items (median $24.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKEENSTAR
Model nameBCM2201
Product nameBCM2201
Product typeManual
Product colorBlack
Power
Power details800
Size & build
Casing materialStainless steel
Overall height13.3 in (33.8 cm)
Overall width6.1 in (15.5 cm)
Product depth9.4 in (23.9 cm)
Product weight4 lb (1.81 kg)
Environment & compliance
Removable water tankManual
More details
Drip trayManual
Drip tray coverManual
Maximum pressureMedium
FrotherManual

Questions about this item

What does the 3.5 bar pressure rating mean for espresso quality?

The 3.5 bar pressure produces a lighter crema and faster flow than 9 bar machines, suitable for casual espresso but not café-standard extraction.

What countertop clearance does the 13.3 inch height and 9.4 inch depth require?

Allow at least 13.3 inches of vertical space and 9.4 inches of depth; the steam wand adds side reach when frothing milk.

How do I avoid the pressure-release mistake when removing the portafilter?

Always turn the control knob to OFF and wait for steam to stop before unlocking the portafilter; the manual pause function helps with this step.

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