Experience with Illy's iperEspresso machines?

Anyone have anything good or bad to say about Illy’s version of the Nespresso capsule-style espresso machines?

I’m specifically looking at this Francis Francis model, which has decent reviews on Amazon and specialty coffee sites, but am also intrigued by the Gaggia, which is new and seemingly unreviewed.

Note that I understand that you’re locked into using Illy’s proprietary cartridges and don’t mind because my wife and I love Illy’s coffee.

Sorry, but I can offer no help.

But, I do love Illy, so I’m intrigued. I have a Nespresso and while I find it very good for what it is, if the Illy machines can come close to duplicating my espresso experiences with Illy in Europe, then I’m ready to switch.

Keep us updated and I hope someone can chime in with some knowledge.

Chris