Pasta Maker Machine by Imperia- Heavy Duty Steel Construction w Easy Lock Dial and Wood Grip Handle- Model 190

I actually have quite an extensive set of the Marcato Atlas 150 and enjoy using it quite often. I mix my pasta dough with my KitchenAid mixer and then proceed to make some fantastic pasta. The MilleGnocchi is an attachment for the Imperia machine, which I do not have, so after a little modifications, I have adapted it to fit into the Marcato Atlas machine and it works out great!I have used both hand and electic cavatelli makers in the past so I am familiar with how they operate, and the MilleGnocchi is not very different from them, only better!! After using my KitchenAid sausage stuffer to extrude the pasta dough into a nicely formed 1/2" wide and perfectly fromed "string" I then proceeded to try all three settings of the MilleGnocchi.First, keeping the width of the pasta to (around) 1/2" will ensure that the noodles formed will be the right size and not have any crossover makings from the other settings.Second, feeding the pasta is very easy, but before I did that I springled some regular all-purpose flour into the MilleGnocchi in order to prevent the dough from sticking and jamming. I tried all three settings and the MilleGnocchi produced perfect formed Rigatelli, Gnocchi Sardi and Cavatelli.Third, although it is not a "negative" comment, one limitation of the MilleGnocchi over the other hand or electric units is the limitation on the size, due to the multi-setting of the three different types of shaped pasta that this unit can make. HOWEVER, that being said, I am far more pleased with this MilleGnocchi that I am with just the Cavatelli makers as it is much more versitle and even fun to use.The unit itself operated without any mechanical problems, and my modifications were only made to the bracket ends that attach to the roller unit. I wish that Marcato made a similar unit, but I am happy with this as it is.

Can't go wrong with Imperia.Simple, robust and effective.Highly recommended, the best ratio price/quality for a 1st step in the home made pasta world.

Works great. However, the only problem I've had is that the knob to adjust the width of the noodle is hard to tun without using a jar opener.I also had a problem attaching it. It didn't work on my kitchen counter. It needed to be deeper. I used my table, which worked pretty good except it is round and I had to crank it and keep track of the pasta. Some ended on the floor. I couldn't get it tightened on the table. Will have to see about finding something else to attach it to next time.I also had a problem with the instruction booklet. It was in several languages. I found the English page, but the diagram of the machine identifying all its parts was at the beginning in, I'm assuming, Italian. It would have been nice to have it on each language page. You basically have to work with it a little to figure out the right settings for the width of the pasta. Other than these problems it works well.I made whole wheat spaghetti and it was delicious.

It's small, heavy, and it does the job very well. I had another brand before this and returned it. This is for keeps. It's made in italy not from China.

I bought this machine to use with polymer clay as an upgrade to my worn out craft store version that lasted me 5 years. This machine feels substantial but within a couple of weeks of using it, it started making grinding noises. I worked that issue out but then it started squeaking and it’s incessant and I can’t fix it. Additionally, the sheets come out with wavy depressions in them. Would not buy again and I’m already thinking of replacing a month after buying.

We went to Italy in 2018. While we were there, we signed up for a pasta making class in someone's home via AirBnB. The woman had three of these for us to use. The class was given by her and her mother, who were both native Italians. As we worked, she showed us hers maker, that had been handed down to her from her grandmother! If that doesn't say long lasting quality, I don't know what does.As soon as we got back to the states, we ordered one for ourselves. It was a great investment! The maker is VERY easy to use, easy to set up and isn't too difficult to clean. We have used it multiple times, including with our 12 yr old daughter and her friends during a sleepover, with no difficulties at all.Highly recommended if you are looking to make your own pasta!

Love making my own pasta since taking a class last summer. It's easier than making bread, really! The Imperia is seriously well made and a good value over some of the cheaper models.For those who've never used a manual pasta machine, here are some things to know. Make sure that your countertop (or wherever you plan to use it) will accommodate the clamp for holding down the pasta maker. Second, get used to the handle coming out sometimes as you're rolling out the dough, if you're doing it solo. It's just part of the game. It's definitely easier with 2 people. Lastly, don't worry about cleaning the rollers/cutters. Pasta dries fairly quickly and is easy to brush out. Don't fret any pieces that you might miss, as it won't "spoil" inside the machine. Don't make the same mistake that I did with my spaghetti cutter. First time that I used it, I tried to clean it out by running a dry paper towel through it. Clogged things up seriously. Took me forever to clean it all out. Ended up bending some of the "combs" in the process. It still works OK, but ....

Works great! Easy to use, love it!❤️