When it comes to refining your morning coffee ritual, few names inspire more confidence—or curiosity—than De’Longhi. With elegant Italian design, a reputation for durability, and a portfolio ranging from beginner-friendly filter coffee machines to fully automatic espresso machines, De’Longhi promises to transform your kitchen into a mini-café.
But let’s face it: Premium coffee machines aren’t cheap. So the real question is: Can De’Longhi actually deliver barista-like results at home, or are you just paying for pretty buttons and brushed steel?
We tested several of De’Longhi’s most popular machines for 30 days to test their performance in real kitchens. From the simplest filter coffee maker to the high-end Dinamica Plus, here are our findings.
Founded: 1902 in Treviso, Italy
Known For: Coffee & espresso machines, air fryers, heaters, and more
Flagship Coffee Products:
Dinamica Plus Espresso Machine
Magnifica Start Espresso Machine
La Specialista Arte Evo Espresso Machine with Cold Brew
Dedica Espresso Machine
De’Longhi’s range includes everything from affordable filter coffee machines to luxury all-in-one espresso machines – and each one aims to bring Italian coffee craftsmanship into your home.
| Product | Type | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Dinamica Plus Espresso Machine | Fully automatic bean-to-cup | Smart brewing + customization |
| Magnifica Start Espresso Machine | Manual bean-to-cup | Espresso purists on a budget |
| La Specialista Arte Evo Espresso Machine with Cold Brew | Semi-automatic with grinder | Home baristas |
| Dedica Espresso Machine | Compact espresso machine | Small kitchens, espresso lovers |
De’Longhi machines are beautiful. Clean lines, chrome accents, and easy-grip knobs—they look like they belong in a boutique café or on a Milanese marble counter. Even the affordable models feel surprisingly solid.
This is where De’Longhi really shines. Even its more advanced machines offer intuitive user interfaces, and their manuals (and app support) are surprisingly user-friendly.
Features like removable water tanks, self-cleaning cycles, and programmable user profiles make daily use seem effortless once you get to know the machine.
This is the real test. Here you’ll find out how each machine performed in terms of taste, consistency, and control.
Most De’Longhi machines have automatic rinsing cycles, and descaling is done step by step on the screen or in the app. Milk systems like the LatteCrema carafe (on Dinamica) clean themselves with a tap.
De’Longhi’s value depends on what you want:
| User Type | Recommended Model | Price Range (UK) |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso Beginner | Dedica Espresso Machine | $179.95 |
| Balanced Budget + Beans | Magnifica Start Espresso Machine | $599.95 |
| Tech-Lover, Café Results | Dinamica Plus Espresso Machine | $1,299.95 |
| Hands-On Barista Experience | La Specialista Arte Evo Espresso Machine with Cold Brew | $499.95 |
They are not gimmicks, they are not just “pretty” appliances – and with the right model you can truly transform your kitchen into your favorite café.
They are not gimmicks, they are not just “pretty” appliances – and with the right model you can truly transform your kitchen into your favorite café.
