Qualities sought in a new espresso machine

Did I want to simply replace my broken Sylvia with the updated model?  To help me quickly decide choose a new machine, I first listed the qualities important to me.

Want
  • Electronic temperature control
  • Price/performance ratio
  • Community of happy users
 Prefer
  • Pressure control or display
  • Ability to see water level
  • Heavy duty construction
  • Industry standard portafilter
 Nice to have
  • Simple steam operation
  • Brew timer

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