Customer Media
Highlights
| Optimal Espresso Extraction | Achieve expertly extracted espresso with a 15-bar Italian professional pump that delivers a consistent 9-bar extraction, ensuring rich and balanced flavor in every shot. |
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| Perfect Temperature Control | Instantly reach and maintain the ideal brewing temperature thanks to Thermoblock technology, which provides fast, precise, and stable temperature control for consistent results. |
| Versatile Milk Frothing | Effortlessly froth milk and alternatives with the adjustable 2-setting steam wand, allowing you to create silky steamed milk for latte art or rich, velvety froth for cappuccinos. |
| Sleek Italian Design | The compact, stainless-steel Italian design features sleek, clean lines that seamlessly fit into any kitchen space or style, adding an elegant touch to your countertop. |
| Customizable Brewing & Pressure Gauge | Enjoy personalized brewing with customizable single or double espresso preset recipes, and monitor your extraction in real-time with the chrome-detailed visual pressure gauge for the perfect brew. |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Easy to Use and Clean: Many reviewers highlight the machine's straightforward operation, intuitive controls, and simple setup, making it ideal for beginners. It is also frequently noted for being easy to clean, including removable parts like the drip tray and water tank.
- Quality Espresso and Crema: Customers consistently praise the machine for producing delicious, rich, and strong espresso with a thick, velvety crema, often comparing the quality favorably to coffee shop beverages. The 15-bar Italian pump is mentioned as contributing to optimal extraction.
- Compact and Attractive Design: The espresso machine is frequently complimented for its sleek, modern, and compact design, which fits well on countertops without taking up much space. Its stainless steel and chrome finish contribute to an appealing aesthetic.
Cons
- Inconsistent Temperature and Slow Cycling: Several users report that the espresso is not hot enough, and the milk frother may not heat milk adequately. There are also complaints about long wait times when switching between brewing and steaming functions, or when making multiple drinks back-to-back, as the machine can overheat or require a cooling cycle.
- Plastic Taste/Smell and Material Concerns: A significant number of reviews mention a persistent toxic plastic smell or taste emanating from the water tank or other plastic components. Concerns are raised about hot coffee passing through plastic and the use of aluminum in the portafilter instead of stainless steel.
- Frother and Portafilter Issues: The milk frother is often criticized for producing large, airy bubbles instead of fine microfoam, or for being difficult to control and use effectively. The portafilter is noted for being cheaply made, having a small diameter (51mm) which limits accessories, leaving wet coffee pucks, or being challenging to lock into the machine.
Customer Reviews
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Great gift for wife
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product. Incentivized Incentivized review: The reviewer received a benefit for sharing feedback.AntonioR May 9, 2025Review source: BestbuyWife loves it.. got some bonus points on this one..
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In love with this Delonghi Espresso Machine
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product.Luis David Posada May 9, 2025Review source: AmazonThere are probably lots of other higher-end machines out there even under the Delonghi brand. However, this machine for the price is a great buy. Nicely built and well packed. The unit is small but efficient. Looks great on our countertop. The espresso comes out with a high temperature in the machine’s default settings. The appliance does not allow temperature variations, but as expressed, the final temperature is perfectly fine. The foamer works well, as long as cold milk is used and a bit of trial and error is needed to get that perfect foam. Highly recommended for coffee lovers who do not want to spend huge amounts of money on more expensive machines.
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Excellent espresso machine
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product.vladlen rodi May 9, 2025Review source: AmazonReally awesome espresso machine
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A more cost effective alternative!
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product. Incentivized Incentivized review: The reviewer received a benefit for sharing feedback.Kmoss May 9, 2025Review source: BestbuyI purchased this as an alternative to the much higher priced brand, and believe it to be a better choice for those not wanting to spend several hundred on an espresso machine.
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I approve
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product. Incentivized Incentivized review: The reviewer received a benefit for sharing feedback.WhitneyCM May 9, 2025Review source: BestbuyIt’s only been about a week. So far I love it. You can’t compare it to commercial machines of course. But it does what it’s supposed to do. The steamer can get loud. I say it’s worth it!
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Really Nice good looking traditional machine
Runningpie May 8, 2025Review source: AmazonA classic small do-everything espresso machine. The Alfa Romeo of home espresso machines. Does all the manual things like the guy at Starbucks, but you can do it in your kitchen. Makes a nice small cup w proper crema and you can steam your milk for latte. Looks good on the counter while not taking up the space of the giant ones. A good value. A haven’t had any leaks btw. I saw others report that. Very happy w my little DeLonghi. Happy to be rid of all the waste and expense of pre-made cups.
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Nearly perfect espresso machine, well worth the money
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product.Norman Roth May 7, 2025Review source: AmazonAs a longtime customer of De Longhi, I have seen tremendous improvement in their machines. I was very happy with my last purchase a couple of years ago but unfortunately my little grandson broke the dial while playing with it, so I bought this new model for a lot more money (don’t worry, there are no dials to break). This is by far the best machine for its price on the market, and in fact it is very near to perfection. Read the (admittedly somewhat complicated) instructions carefully and especially don’t neglect to remove the red plastic cord on the bottom of the water reservoir. Once you have set it up and primed it properly it is very easy to use, just plug it in and press the button to start and the button for the number of cups you want (I prefer2, with that filter already installed) and it works automatically. Make sure the espresso is filled and tamped properly–invest in a separate tool for punching little holes in the espresso (really helps) and the heavy metal tamper, since the plastic one
is not very efficient. If done properly the result is a perfect shot every time, with at least 1/2 inch of
crema and no, or nearly no, residue in the cup. I prefer using the Capuccino size glasses rather than small cups, and also because you can add another shot or two to the glass if desired (see instructions). However, the crema lasts longer in an espresso cup, if that is important for you. Some have complained about water leaking but perhaps they did not remove the red cord from the bottom of the water reservoir; anyway, I have found no water leaking after constant use for over two weaks. Also, the pressure dial has no numbers on it because you don’t need them, it works automatically, perfectly every time and there is no need to do anything. Just enjoy this lovely gem! -
Great value and quality
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product.AmyJ May 7, 2025Review source: AmazonCollege age son LOVES it. He says it’s easy to use and makes great espresso.
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Best purchase
Boshra May 5, 2025Review source: AmazonThis espresso machine delivers rich, café-quality espresso with a user-friendly interface. The build is solid and stylish, with quick heating and consistent pressure. The steam wand makes excellent froth for lattes and cappuccinos. It’s perfect for coffee lovers who want a quality espresso at home. A reliable and elegant machine worth the investment.
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Nice machine
Verified purchase Verified purchase: This reviewer bought the product.ccarlson27 May 5, 2025Review source: AmazonThis replaced my old one and I am not unhappy for sure, but I did notice if you want to steam milk due it very last because it will take a long time to warm up enough to run another shot of espresso after you steam