I have been using it for about 2 years and my impressions are very good. First of all, it makes 4 cups of coffee instead of three like the (Bialetti Venus Espresso 4cups), it is made of the same material and at least 7-8 euros cheaper. As for the water that remains inside all the coffee pots, there is a small amount left. A little tip regarding its use, we put water in the container until 2 mm below the valve, and we never press the coffee, just lightly spread it inside the filter. Low heat and when it starts to produce coffee in the upper container (for 4 cups) and reaches the middle of the container, we close the eye or the gas valve (personally I prefer the gas valve for better control), and the coffee continues to flow. This results in the coffee not getting burned and only a very small amount of clean water remaining in the lower container (be careful when emptying the coffee into the cup, it should be done very slowly so that no coffee enters and returns from the flow tube back into the water container). I compare it to the Bialetti Venus Espresso 4cups since I have both and use them alternately.

I bought the briki from a well-known supermarket chain with a discount of 14 euros. I bought it to make freddo espresso because I was never satisfied with the capsules (even when I use 2). So, I turned to the solution of the briki instead of the coffee machine immediately, as from what I read, you need to "drip" at least 180 to get something decent... So, again, no... Regarding the briki:
1. I always use hot water, always below the valve level, and always fill it up with coffee, not pressed. I estimate that it needs around 20 grams of coffee. It produces about 150ml of result.
2. The extraction with hot water takes about 1 minute without burning the coffee. With cold water, it takes quite a while, and I believe it burns the coffee.
3. Cleaning is easy, and its components are of good quality.
4 (and most importantly) the coffee: I have tried supermarket coffee so far, I don't have a grinder, and I don't know about the grind size. With Dimello Gusto (4), I had a very, very good freddo espresso. Even though the coffee doesn't come out with crema because it is "beaten," it still results in a lasting foam. I also tried Lavazza Rossa, but I wasn't as satisfied with its taste.
Overall, we are talking about a very safe choice. With capsules, I never had a decent freddo, just watery results. With this, I saved myself for the days when I want to make a freddo at home.

First of all, I believe that moka pots should not be compared to espresso machines. They are different things. Personally, I have been using an espresso machine for many years and I bought the moka pot for cases of power outages, malfunctions, etc. In the end, it exceeded all my expectations in terms of the taste of the coffee it makes. Having had an aluminum moka pot in the past, I can have an opinion on which material is more suitable. The stainless steel from which this specific one is made is not only more suitable from a health perspective, but it also has lower thermal conductivity than aluminum, resulting in it being somewhat slower in preparation but it keeps the filter area at a lower temperature, thus avoiding the "burning" of the coffee. No bitterness, rich aroma. Furthermore, the gasket of the moka pot is made of silicone, which is also very hygienic, it does not add any flavor and is expected to last much longer than the rubber ones. I did not experience any sealing problems and as an object, the coffee maker is beautiful. All of these, combined with its relatively low price, make me give it five stars.
A negative aspect, as others have mentioned, is that indeed there remains a small amount of water in the container after the brewing process, making the cleaning process more difficult than usual, but for me, this is not enough to reduce my satisfaction with the device. I simply remove the coffee container always over the sink because inevitably some water will spill.
As for the issue mentioned regarding the valve, it should NEVER be covered by water, even in small amounts, because then no moka pot of this kind will function properly. Those who violate this rule should not complain, it is not the fault of the coffee maker but the incorrect use of it.
In the end, after experimenting with the quantities of coffee and water, I am so satisfied with the moka pot that I could have it as my only coffee maker.
CAUTION! You should not press the coffee grounds in the filter because the water does not have enough pressure to pass through compressed coffee and it escapes as steam from the pressure valve. Perhaps this is what some people experienced and complained about leaks.

I have been using it on a daily basis for almost 2 years. It makes okay coffee and preserves the aroma of the espresso. However, if you add even a few extra drops of water beyond the permissible limit, after the water boils, it starts to leak from everywhere. Also, I noticed that after the first few uses, there is always water left in the bottom part, which will spill outside the cup, so you will have to clean everything with a wet cloth, whether you want to or not. Finally, the cleaning process is a bit of a hassle since you have to rinse 3 different parts + the water-coffee that you poured in the attempt to put it in the cup. Considering the quality of the moccachino it produces, I don't think it's worth all the trouble. I gave it as a gift to a friend and went and bought an espresso machine and finally found peace.

MAIN NEGATIVE POINT: Let's not forget that the average time to make coffee with this tool is 7-10 minutes (tested in many kitchens + gas stove), which is why I believe it doesn't even deserve 3 stars!