1. Milk Frothing: Primarily used for frothing milk to create creamy and velvety milk foam for coffee drinks like lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos.

2. Coffee and Espresso Preparation: An essential tool in coffee shops and at home for making coffee and espresso-based beverages with steamed milk.

3. Hot Chocolate and Tea: Can be used to heat and froth milk for hot chocolate or to add steamed milk to tea for a comforting beverage.

4. Beverage Garnishing: Used to create decorative milk foam designs and latte art, enhancing the visual appeal of coffee and specialty drinks.

5. Dessert Topping: Ideal for topping desserts like cakes and pies with frothy milk foam or whipped cream for an added touch of indulgence.

1. Steam Wand: Milk steamers are equipped with a steam wand or frothing arm for creating milk foam.

2. Temperature Control: They often have temperature control settings to adjust the milk's heat to your preference.

3. Frothing Capability: Milk steamers can froth milk to create a creamy microfoam for coffee drinks.

4. Ease of Use: Designed for user-friendly operation, making it accessible for baristas and home coffee enthusiasts.

5. Compact and Ergonomic Design: Many milk steamers are compact and have an ergonomic design for easy handling and storage.