De'LonghiDedica Arte Espresso Machine - MyLatteArt Milk Foam Nozzle, Precision Steam Wand, Steel Tamper Included - Create Perfect Espresso, Cappuccinos, and Latte Art at Home - EC885.M

Es necesario estudiar y hacer algunas pruebas, pero una vez dominada la teoría, puedes obtener el capuccino perfecto con esta espectacular máquina

I had a 3-in-one machine and knew it was time to upgrade when I saw the Delonghi Dedica Arte. Even though the Delonghi doesn't have a grinder, I bought one that didn't break the bank and the coffee is A1. First things first, the ease of use is truly there. It is straightforward to use. The steam wand has a great feel and I always steam twice after the milk for a cleaner wand. Other than the feel, the pressure is strong! Obviously, not to the level of a coffee shop machine but this is for the home and it is more than enough power. It is capable of pulling great-looking latte art. I am no barista, but even with my rookie skills, I can create art without it looking like polyps.The portafilter it comes with is good but I had to go with a bottomless. In my opinion, shots taste and look better with the bottomless portafilter. In my past machine, shots tasted way too bitter and no cream ever came from it. I can taste sweetness and body in my coffee.There is one minor problem I have with it, but I think I'm nitpicking. When I pull the shot and steam my milk, If I were to do another latte or cappuccino, I have to lower the temperature of the machine. This is done by releasing water through the steam wand, and it tends to be annoying when you have guests over. It takes about 1 to 2 minutes extra until you can pull another shot. Other than that, this machine is very very good and puts a smile on my face every morning.

For about 5 years I'd been using the expensive Breville Infuser (pictured) and getting "OK" coffee. Over the years the Infuser had lots of issues and I repaired it multiple times. Recently it produced an earth leakage fault so decided it was time to replace it & bought the De'Longhi EC885M. Sadly the 1st one arrived faulty - it would only pump water out the bottom onto the counter top - however Amazon promptly sent me another to replace it.I am pleasantly surprised to find the coffee from this cheaper unit is way better than the Infuser ever was. It is definitely feels more more cheaply made but it simply does what its meant to without fuss and bother. It came with a tamper of some weight which works well. You can remove the plastic tray at the bottom so larger cups / mugs fit OK. (see photo#2)The Steam Wand is a little awkward, it doesn't move quite as far up as desired but it is still fit for purpose. (See photo #3).Typically I would have eight (or so) triple shot coffees a day with the Breville, but curiously finding the taste of the coffee the De'Longhi makes is so rich and full I don't need that many and am down to five or six a day. Currently using the Cafe William Corposo beans ground quite fine and getting a nice crema with the double filter in the Sump. (The sump is deeper than the Breville Infuser was also).The coffee from this is richer and fuller tasting than the infuser ever managed. So for the price I am a huge fan. Consistently good coffee at a reasonable price.

My last de Longhi, was a different model but excellent, slightly bigger and faithfully served many a delish mug of tastiness for 6 years - till a switch failed. This one is narrower, looks rather sharp to be honest, and has a smaller foot print. I like to grind my own beans... The thing I like about it is that it can take our large size mugs, the old one could no, unless put in at an angle. So whilst it is not my old faithful friend I think in time we will become the great buddies.... Only error when ordering the first time I ordered the 110volt - not a good idea for the 240v British Isles but Amazon does good returns.!