Classic Signature Espresso Machine, Adjustable Milk Frother

As 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!

Easy to use and clean as a first time espresso machine owner! Makes wonderful espresso. Great value for money. De'Longhi also has a very helpful Youtube channel to show you how to use it.

I had been eyeing some of the pricier espresso machines, but what kept me from purchasing one was the size of the bigger ones. They didn't fit in my space. I watched many reviews and after many searches, this is the one I settled on. I am so glad to have made the right choice. This machine is a dream! If it broke tomorrow, I'd purchase a new one. Super easy to use, well made, looks beautiful and impressive, has a much larger water tank than other machines I've owned in the past, so you're not constantly filling it up, and it doesn't have extra unnecessary buttons or a fake pressure gauge. Each button has a function. I use soy milk or other plant milks and it works amazingly well. I can feel the milk pitcher heat up in my hand within seconds. The frother has two settings, one for heating milk and when pulled down, for frothing. It makes it easy to control how hot or cold you want your cappuccino or latte to be. Super easy and perfect temperature milk each time. Along with my Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee, Medium Espresso, I have not had a bad cup of coffee since. I stopped going out for coffee, what I have at home is much better than what I can get at the best coffee shops. It's worth every penny.

This is my 5th expresso maker I've returned in the last month. The reason I've returned everyone but one, which didn't work at all, was because they did not produce water at a temperature of 195 degrees F to 205 degrees F which is the optimal temperature for coffee extraction. I've done all the "preheating" suggestions. I've been drinking expresso for decades and I not what produces a good cup and what produces an inferior cup. The temperature of the water coming from the machine temps at between 164 degrees F an 178 degrees F, which is close to 25 degrees below recommended levels, which is totally unacceptable. As with all the other inferior expresso machines I've tried, I measure the water temperature coming directly from the machine, no portafilter or coffee grounds. Measuring the coffee temperatures with the coffee grounds you get a temperature of about 148 degrees F, which is basically lukewarm water, much of the coffee isn't extracted. Then I add half a shot of Irish cream which lowers the temperature even further. So, in desperation and utter frustration I decided to purchase a machine that offered temperature control. I saw this machine advertised temperature control and purchased it only to find the only temperature control it offers is suggestions to preheat the filter and coffee cup prior to extraction. There is no specific setting on the machine that adjusts temperature. IMO this is blatant false advertising. another pet peeve I have is none of these portafilters offer any way to keep the filter in when dumping grounds, which results in the filter continually falling out. Years ago i had a $59 expresso machine that had a small "latch" on the portafilter that would hold the filter and stop the need for one to hold the filter with one's thumb when dumping grounds. It also produced water at the optimum temp. and if I could find it again I' purchase it in a heartbeat instead of these expensive machines that don't work correctly. My advice to all of you who purchase a machine, make sure to check the temperature of the water coming directly from the machine because I feel it is a conspiracy among these expresso machine manufacturers, for whatever ridiculous reason, to provide the water from the machine at the less than optimum temperature which would provide you with the best cup of expresso or coffee or whatever. Will leet everyone know when I discover a machine that works the way it's supposed to.

This is the first time I bought an espresso machine and I’m loving it! It’s so convenient and cost efficient instead of buying lattes from the shops every day. The machine is light weight and compact. Also it’s very easy to setup. The espresso is prepared very quickly plus the taste and quality is amazing! The only issue I have with the machine is the Portafiler. The inside part of it is made of plastic. I’m sure it must be appropriate material for an espresso machine but I would always prefer to have stainless steel and I’m going to buy another portafilter. Overall I feel it’s a great purchase.

When I downsized my residence I realized that mean downsizing everything including certain appliances. With my kitchen 1/3 the size of my former home, I had to surrender my Saeco 3326--a large heavy top of the line espresso machine that produced a consistent cup of espresso truly worthy of the high end machines in bistros and cafes. After fooling around with Nespresso pods for a year, I decided that I wanted a true espresso maker, but compact and easier to use. My research brought me to the DeLonghi Classic and at $230.00 retail, cost a fraction of the Saeco, but the other reviews intrigued me enough to try one. I am so glad I did. While I cannot compare the build quality nor the deep infused flavor of the Saeco, this little DeLonghi punches well above its price point and produces consistent, espresso with a wonderful crema finish. It also accepts Borbone 44mm coffee pods making its ease of use as simple as the Nespresso with a more realistic flavor profile. It also has great water supply and is not very noisy--demonstrative of its qulaity engineering. The steam wand and cappuccino option also works well enough to produce a nice finished cup and the duo spigot allows two cups of espresso or one double per serving. It includes a double, single and measuring spoon with a built in (albeit plastic) tamper--I suggest you utilize a heavier tamper to allow for a fuller, more robust cup, but again, at this price point DeLonghi has a winner on its hands. As for durability, if it lasts a few years, I am satisfied I got my money's worth.

I’ve been using the De’Longhi Classic Espresso Machine for about two weeks now, and I’m genuinely very happy with it. The biggest highlight for me is how easy and smooth it is to use. The filter/portafilter locks in effortlessly — unlike my previous Breville, which was so tight that it sometimes felt like two people were needed to secure it properly. From day one, this machine was very intuitive. I mainly use it for espresso (haven’t tried the milk frother yet), and it’s been consistently delivering great results. Once I adjusted the grind size to match my taste, the espresso started tasting 90% or better like what I get at my favorite coffee bar — and that’s using the same dark roast beans they use. It’s impressively close to café quality for a home machine. I also like how easy it is to adjust the volume for single or double shots. I increased mine slightly from the default single cup, and now it’s perfect for my preference. Overall, the ease of use, smooth operation, and quality of espresso make this a fantastic choice. I originally bought a Breville but had to return it due to a defect and found it difficult to use, so I switched to this De’Longhi — and I’m glad I did. Simple, reliable, and very satisfying. Love Italy. Highly recommended! 🇮🇹☕

Fantastic machine. Very easy to use and produces coffee house quality every time.

Para una primer maquina de espresso, es ideal, buena calidad, resistente, esteticamente atractiva, no tan cara y una muy buena marca. De'Longhi es apuesta segura, es mi tercera maquina de esta marca y nunca me han dado ningun problema.

Delivery was on time. Packaging was great and no damage whatsoever. Unpacking showed the care and thought put into it. The machine is extremely easy to set up and I found the instructions very clear for startup. No problems in operating the DeLonghi Classic and all the functions worked exactly as advertised. Although this may be a lower tier machine when it comes to espresso machines, the quality of build is still outstanding and the value for my money is well worth it! The espresso is great every morning and a big thank you goes to DeLongi!

muy buen cafe, ningun problema.

It works well and does pretty good coffee. Good beginning machine and budget friendly. I have it for 4 month and no problems at all

I’m very disappointed with this machine after only 4 months of use. It no longer pushes water through the basket properly and seems to struggle under pressure, which causes the coffee to taste burnt. Support suggested it might be a scaling issue, so I purchased the official De'Longhi descaling solution and carefully followed the full descaling process, but it made no difference. Unfortunately, support has offered very little help beyond that suggestion. I’ve also tried using less coffee, skipping tamping, and thoroughly cleaning all components, yet the machine still doesn’t function the way it used to. It’s frustrating to experience these issues so soon, especially since my previous espresso machine (different brand) lasted for years before having any problems. I expected much better reliability and customer support from a machine this new.