Lightweight, the best espresso coffee maker of its type I’ve used. . and I’ve used a lot of them(this is my preferred method for making coffee, having lived in Italy for several years). Easy to use, easy to clean, and the water boils really fast. You must remember that 12 cups means 12 espresso cups, but for me that’s really one large double-shot latte. Perfect! I just love coffee so had to buy one but this one is the best.