Horn for coffee maker Vitek, Polaris, Bresko, with sieve, VT151

The coffee industry is growing every year and is finding more and more admirers in different countries of the world. If earlier an exotic drink was a privilege of the upper class and was prepared by hand in the famous Turks, today, thanks to the development of technologies for household use, the aristocratic drink has turned into a wide line of daily consumption goods. More and more brands are entering the market with coffee makers and coffee machines, the article will tell you about the best Vitek coffee makers that can be installed at home or in the office.

Popular models of Vitek carob coffee makers

The Vitek company produces two types of coffee makers: drip and carob (espresso). It is the latter that have become especially popular recently. Among the interesting models of carob coffee makers are the following five.

1. Vitek VT-1511 BK - the model is in the top sales results of most home appliance stores. Contains the minimum required set of functions for making espresso, cappuccino, latte, and hot chocolate at home.
2. VT-1513 BK is a more powerful model of a carob coffee maker, but with a smaller water tank volume (1.25 l).
3. VT-1514 BK – this coffee making machine will please you not only with its stylish design, but also with the presence of a separate container for milk. Operating the coffee maker is very easy. You just need to press the button on the display with the type of drink and select the cup volume - the device will do the rest automatically.
4. VT-1517 BN – thanks to this model, it has become even easier to prepare strong espresso, delicate latte or airy cappuccino with milk foam. Coffee can be brewed for several cups at once. For this purpose, the device has removable reservoirs for water (1.65 l) and milk (0.3 l).
5. VT-1516 SR - a new product from Vitek has a power of 1470 W and prepares coffee even faster than previously released models. The device has a stylish modern design and an advanced control system.

Review of the Vitek VT-1511 coffee maker

The first thing that attracts coffee maker buyers is the stylish, modern panel with ergonomic controls. The body is made of plastic, and the holder (horn, holder) is made of metal. The water tank in the presented model is designed for a volume of 1.5 liters.

The Vitek VT-1511 coffee maker can prepare coffee for one or two cups at once. A freshly prepared drink can also be poured into tall glasses, but to do this you need to remove the drip tray.

The main disadvantage of the coffee maker is that there is no automatic coffee dosage, and its main advantage is the attractive price for which you can buy a good quality device.

At the top of the case there is a special area for heating cups. This is important because if the container is warm, the drink will taste better.

Coffee preparation in the VT-1511 model is semi-automatic. Control is carried out using buttons and a lever located on the front panel.

Vitek VT-1514, VT-1516, VT-1517

These models should be separated into one line due to the small number of differences between them. They differ from the previous ones by the presence of an automatic cappuccino maker, which greatly simplifies the process of making coffee.

Model differences:

• VT-1516 has a power of 1470 W, the other two 1300.
• Different design of all three models.
• VT-1516 and VT-1517 have a special filter structure without plastic and rubber elements, which allows the taste of plastic in the drink to be reduced to a minimum and increases the service life of the part itself. In the VT-1514, the filter structure is similar to the previous models in the review and produces the same stable and high-quality foam when preparing espresso.
• VT-1516 has a program for recording your favorite amount of drink.
• VT-1517 – container volume is 65 l, the other two are 1.5.
• Only VT-1517 has work area illumination.
• VT-1514 has an automatic decalcification system.
• The cost of VT-1515 will average 8,000 rubles, the other two will cost 10,000.

Powerful devices with a pump developing 15 bar of pressure and automatic preparation of cappuccino and other dairy drinks, which brings them closer to automatic machines. It is possible to prepare two servings of coffee, warm cups and a system for collecting unused water. The dispensed portion of hot water can be adjusted by holding down a key; for automatic preparation, factory settings are provided with a standard amount of drink at the outlet.

Advantages:

• Low price for the functionality offered.
• Automatic preparation of various coffee drinks.
• Availability of hot water portion adjustment.
• A practical and high-quality cappuccino maker that produces stable foam.
• Successful filter structure in models VT-1516 and VT-1517.
• Backlight in model VT-1517.
• Memory of the favorite volume of milk drink in the VT-1516 model.
• Two filters included.
• Heats water quickly.
• Easy to maintain, there is a self-cleaning system.

Flaws:

• Small cup space, tall latte container fits only without tray. Due to the small space, it becomes impossible to prepare two cups of milk drink at the same time - they simply won’t fit in width.
• When cleaning the filter, a problem often arises - it flies out of the horn along with the cake.
• Poor operation of the mug warmer.
• No anti-drip system.

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Main technical characteristics

Vitek coffee makers are currently represented in large retail chains in the following model range: drip VT-1506, carob VT-1511, VT-1513, VT-1514, VT-1516 and VT-1517. Key consumer characteristics of the models are presented in the table below:

Devices more expensive than 9,000 rubles

VT1513

A lot of drink and two parallel cups.

Average price level and not the most impressive design are accompanied by average quality of coffee production. The owners do not complain about quality, but note annoying shortcomings in service. The cappuccino maker and filters must be washed every day, and the drip tray periodically leaks, which should protect against drips.

Vitek VT1513

VT1514

The most expensive offer with maximum functionality.

The price increase was influenced by pleasant, but not always critical, functions automatically built into the model:

• turning off the coffee maker in case of prolonged non-use;
• with foam level adjustment function;
• Possibility of preparing different glass sizes;
• separate production of hot milk;
• automatic self-cleaning;
• removable milk container for long-term storage;
• elegant design.

Vitek VT1514

VT 1522

New ergonomic design, drink options.

Quite an expensive device, which has both pros and cons. First of all, I am pleased with the design and ergonomics of control, which in many ways raises the class to a coffee machine.

The owner can be creative in making different portions and change the amount of ingredients (milk and foam level). It is possible to stop the process manually. Accordingly, quality and composition can be balanced at your discretion.

Vitek VT 1522

Advantages:

• Very convenient control panel;
• Large selection of drinks, including hot chocolate;
• Nice design.

Flaws:

• The hot water supply function is not built-in;
• The cappuccino maker has lost the ability to quickly rinse, resulting in different foam all the time;
• You have to completely disassemble and wash every 3 days.

Troubleshooting minor problems

We are not talking about breakdowns, but minor “marks” that occur during daily use of the coffee maker.

• When you turn on the network and press the I/O on/off button, the unit will “blink” with the backlight. If the coffee maker does not turn on, make sure that the cord and plug are intact, and check that the socket is working properly.
• But sometimes the device “blinks” the backlight on all control panel indicators, warning that there is little water in the container. This model does not have a protection function against switching on if its level is insufficient, so before starting the mode for preparing the desired drink, always check the presence of water.
• The milk cannot be frothed. There may be several reasons. 1. Perhaps the milk is not fat enough, or you are whipping it in a very large container. To obtain a fluffy, strong foam, the manufacturer recommends using a product with a fat content of 3.2-6% and whipping it in a narrow, tall bowl. 2. The coffee maker froths the milk using steam, which heats up to the desired temperature some time after turning it on. Perhaps the temperature of the steam coming out is not yet high enough - wait until the unit comes into “working readiness” and the buttons on its panel stop flashing, and only then start frothing the milk.
• The coffee is not strong enough or has an off-odor. The strength of the drink depends on the grind. Coarsely ground powder produces very aromatic, but not very strong coffee. If you want to make it stronger, use very finely ground coffee to put in the cone. If the finished drink smells unusual, pay attention to the conditions in which the coffee is stored. The place allocated for it should be dry and cool. A foreign odor may also appear if there is scale in the boiler of the coffee maker. How to remove it correctly can be found in the coffee maker operating instructions below.

The instructions in Russian will tell you in more detail about how the Vitek 1514 coffee maker works. In it you will find characteristics, external description and tips on some of the subtleties in the operation of the machine.

How to make cappuccino in a Vitek coffee maker

In a coffee maker you can brew not only aromatic espresso, but also delicious cappuccino.

Instructions for preparing it for the Vitek VT-1511 model are provided below:

1. Before using for the first time and after each use, rinse all detachable parts with running water and dry.
2. In a horn-type device, fill the container with water up to the MAX mark and insert it into the groove on the body.
3. Fill a glass flask for a drip coffee maker halfway with water and pour into a container.
4. Make sure that the supply of boiling water and steam is turned off.
5. Pour freshly ground coffee powder onto the filter mesh at the rate of 1 full measuring spoon to prepare one serving of the drink, slightly compacting the powder.
6. Insert the coffee filter into the coffee machine.
7. The horn model involves turning the horn handle to the right until it stops.
8. Place pre-warmed cups and start the brewing process with the ON/OFF button. When the indicator light comes on, it means that the appliance is ready for cooking.
9. Turn on the water using the button and monitor the filling of the cups or flasks with ready-made coffee.
10. At the end of cooking, press the water dosing button and turn off the machine with the ON/OFF button. The indicator light should go out.
11. Rinse the filter to remove coffee residues.

How much does a coffee maker cost?

A review of the model and customer reviews confirm that the device is really good and can take its rightful place in the kitchen. All that remains is to go to the store and buy it, especially since the price of the device is more than attractive.

According to the latest information, the Vitek VT-1511 coffee maker costs 7 thousand rubles. Thus, for little money you can become the owner of a stylish device for preparing real espresso with thick, nut-colored foam.

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Tips for choosing

1. When choosing a coffee machine for home use, you need to pay special attention to the criteria that affect the performance of the machine.
2. The optimal power of the device is considered to be 1250 W, and the pressure should not be lower than 15 bar. These standards are sufficient to obtain dense foam and aromatic drink.
3. Some models have the option of adjusting the coffee strength, this is an important point for special taste connoisseurs, however, such devices are somewhat more expensive than a coffee machine with a standard set of functions.
4. Most units are created with a semi-automatic control type and a manual cappuccino preparation mode.
5. To purchase a coffee machine for catering establishments, it is better to choose a machine with high performance and wide functionality.

What to look for when purchasing? conclusions

When choosing a coffee maker, a lover of coffee drinks needs to remember important nuances :

• 15 bar is the optimal pressure for preparing delicious and aromatic espresso;
• making coffee in a carob coffee maker does not require special skills ;
• the automatic decalcification function is necessary for those who do not want to spend a lot of time descaling the device;
• a platform for heating cups is optional, however, it allows you to maintain the temperature of brewed coffee for a long time;
• Carob-type coffee makers can be used both at home and in a small office.

About the advantages and small disadvantages

• Most buyers note the delicious taste and impeccable multi-layeredness of the coffee and milk drinks obtained with its help.
• The device froths the milk on its own, but for “beginners” the foam sometimes runs away. Gradually you will learn to regulate the process of whipping it, but first you will have to prepare it manually.
• The cost of the Vitek 1514 coffee maker is quite considerable, and quite positive reviews will tell you whether it is advisable to invest in its purchase.
• Since the machine operates under pressure (15 bar), the coffee brewing procedure is accompanied by a powerful hum, which is also accompanied by the hiss of steam emitted by the spout of the cappuccino maker.
• A feature of all carob coffee makers is the need to wash the carob after each use of the unit. This model is no exception.
• Be very careful about keeping the milk tank clean. After use, be sure to rinse it with a brush so that the newly added milk does not turn sour. A clean reservoir should be stored in the refrigerator.
• According to users, when turned on, the unit warms up for quite a long time, which is not always convenient in the morning rush. Many people note the pleasant design of the device, especially the stainless steel inserts, which stylishly fit into the kitchen of any setting.

Make a choice and enjoy the mind-blowing aroma of strong coffee!