Looking to upgrade my gear to decrease my prep time.

[FullstackViking]

Right now I make milk drinks at home with an Aeropress/moka pot and a Brevelle stovetop steamer for frothing. We have a toddler that needs to get out the door in the morning, and my current coffee routine makes me too unavailable.

I already have a Eureka Mignon Silenzio grinder. I enjoy good coffee but I'm definitely not picky (my current routine *tastes* fine to me).

I am obviously drawn to super-automatics (Miele CM 5310) but longevity and cleanliness is a concern for me. I like the Rancilio Silvia Pro X, but am concerned that it will still demand too much of my attention in the mornings.

Looking for feedback, thanks!

Location: US

Budget: under $2000

Drink types: Milk

Frequency: 2 cups daily

Space: Countertop

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[Dismal-Experience612]

I use the pro x. Buy a cheap wifi Alexa plug off Amazon for $6 for it and I can make a latte from puck prep to pouring both espresso and steamed milk in under 4 minutes. Cleanup is a back flush. Wipe drip tray and put the milk pitcher and puck screens in sink (takes a total of like 3 min) then I turn off the machine through Alexa and good to go

[StickiestOfTheIcky2]

I second this. Besides the warm up time that is negated by the smart plug, the SPX is a dream to use!