How long does the frother last? Most break after a couple of months.
391550
We have had it since Christmas 2014 and it's working well. We don't use it every day, closer to every 2-3 days or so.
1403043
I would buy a better machine. I bought this one and it broke after a couple of months.
1629244
I've had mine for a few months and use it weekly. So far so good. But if it were to break, I would get a sturdier, stronger version @ www.violetwands.com.
168762
I would say it lasts about 6 months. You are correct. They do not last forever. They also use a lot of batteries. However, the froth is necessary for a terrific latte. We have to have our morning latte.
1761341
I have used it daily for frothing my milk and have had it less than a year. Although it worked well and appeared well made the push button on top died a few months ago and the unit itself just died and will no longer turn on (I had to use a screw driver across batteries to make it work). It has not even lasted a year. I would not buy another one.
1072904
I had a similar problem after four-ish months because I was only rinsing the frother with water after using it. Now once a week I brush both sides of the screen with a toothbrush before pumping it through some water and it still works. I haven't changed the type of milk (2%) and I froth both hot or cold milk, depending on what I feel like having.
1054998
I can't add anything to the other responses, I love this machine; however, we've been going through different brands of milk to get the best froth. We found the whole milk froth lasted the longest. "Hood" was good but this last time it was not. Expiration date was weeks in future and we just opened the container. Any suggestions out there?
1344026
I have had my machine for just under a year and I love it! Unfortunately it started putting out more water than steam when frothing the milk so I ended up with watery milk instead of foam. I contacted Lello Appliance Corporation355 Murray Hill ParkwayEast Rutherford, NJ 07073201-939-2555LelloAppliances@aol.comThey were very nice and referred me to electra-craft.com who does their warranty work. I downloaded the repaire order from their web site and sent the machine to them this week ($20.00) for two way shipping and am waiting for it to return. I'm sure that they have parts. You can contact them by email or phone. Very good people! I have had my machine for just under a year and I love it! Unfortunately it started putting out more water than steam when frothing the milk so I ended up with watery milk instead of foam. I contacted Lello Appliance Corporation355 Murray Hill ParkwayEast Rutherford, NJ 07073201-939-2555LelloAppliances@aol.comThey were very nice and referred me to electra-craft.com who does their warranty work. I downloaded the repaire order from their web site and sent the machine to them this week ($20.00) for two way shipping and am waiting for it to return. I'm sure... » Read More I have had my machine for just under a year and I love it! Unfortunately it started putting out more water than steam when frothing the milk so I ended up with watery milk instead of foam. I contacted Lello Appliance Corporation355 Murray Hill ParkwayEast Rutherford, NJ 07073201-939-2555LelloAppliances@aol.comThey were very nice and referred me to electra-craft.com who does their warranty work. I downloaded the repaire order from their web site and sent the machine to them this week ($20.00) for two way shipping and am waiting for it to return. I'm sure that they have parts. You can contact them by email or phone. Very good people! « Show Less
668954
Mine broke after about 6 months. Not sure if I will buy another. The pump doesn't last long
124624
I always pull off the wand part of the frother and rinse it, and wipe the milk off the part still attached every time I use it. I take off the other attached part and clean the metal part of the wand only every couple of weeks. I do try to keep the gasket wiped off with a sponge, as coffee grounds get stuck in the groove.
1024339
Mine took 10-12 minutes , that is before the frother quit working and I had to either buy a manual frother to make cappacino or purchase another espresso maker, it was just over 6 months old, used twice a week at most. I opted to purchase a frother and now get cappacino in about half the time.
1548684
Only know of the Breville. Had it for a couple of months. Easy to clean and use. Makes great froth for lattes. Enough for at least 4 cups at a time.
1070535
are you sure you are using the correct fitting for frothing? Its the wire circular one? I've had my machine for about 6 months and love it, it seems to froth really well?
1630220
the longest I have used this is 1.5 years. I had one that failed inside of the first 6 months. Cuisinart replaced it, after much haggling, with a new one. That one last 1.5 years then failed with a bang (literally).
79732
well i havent used it for that particular purpose.... i would suggest you get something a bit more expensive .... im sure it will break if i use it hard for a couple of months
114031
You have to call them. Mine broke also. I finally just ordered another frother that got better reviews rather than mess with it.
116683
Anywhere between 2 ounces and 10 ounces depending on how much froth you want.