Fully automatic espresso machines extract in the same manner as the semiautomatic with the exception that they are a one touch system. This means the user will start the process by activating a touch pad switch. The machine will then continue to extract until a predetermined volume of espresso has been satisfied and then it will stop on its own. This is very helpful for when the user has other tasks to perform. The ease of use is very good and the learning curve is medium. Fully automatic espresso machines are preferred in cafes and restaurants but are also available for the home. The selection available for home use is very limited and are based on modified semiautomatic modes. These machines do not offer better coffee quality and for the automation that they offer in a home environment consider the overall price to performance aspects before deciding. Frothing and nearly all other commentary on the semi automatics can be applied to the fully-automatics; see those comments above.