Customer Ratings & Reviews

I have researched a good espresso machine for under $100 for a while and this always comes up. Then, I googled it and everyone seems to like it so I decided to try it myself. OMG! The espresso that it makes is awesome with the Crema and the foam. I don't use the frother much because it is easier to put the milk in the microwave for 1 minute to get the same result, then I just add the espresso made with this genius machine and have myself a great cappuccino. FYI: I have 2 Keurig that I do not use anymore and Nespresso machine which I like but you have to have the special coffee for it. With this machine, you can use any espresso you like and I am using Lavazza.. Just wonderful!

We have had this Espresso maker for a couple of months now. It makes really good espresso! You have to wait 10-15 minutes for the machine to warm up, even though the light comes on a lot sooner than that, you have to wait, for it to be really hot.

This is my first espresso machine so I can't compare it to anything else. But the espresso's I have been getting are great. Milk steamer works good and the espresso's have a good creme on them.

If you're a coffee/espresso enthusiast like me and are tired of spending $3-6/cup this machine will help your finances in the long run. I don't use the steamer option (milk frothing) because it's a mess that I don't like to clean up when I'm trying to get ready for work in the morning. It's a great option to have though when I can take my time with my drink on the weekends. Do your research before purchasing this machine so you know what to expect and won't be disappointed. Before buying this espresso machine I knew that: I needed to have special cups for espresso because regular cups will NOT fit, there is no automatic shut off so you need to watch it or it will overflow, the machine does vibrate A LOT so the cup will move if you're not holding it in place, for best tasting espresso go for Lavazza or Illy is the way to go. I tried a different brand that was half the price at HEB but it was absolutely horrible. I've used this machine daily for a little bit over a month now and I feel like I've already made my money back. Buy with confidence, you won't regret it.

The espresso machine is a good starter machine. PROS: the price, easy to use, good espresso. CONS: to short to fit a regular size coffee cup, tamper is not practical.

I bought this espresso maker for my daughter. There are so many choices, it confused me. However, I came to learn that this brand was very well received by coffee and espresso enthusiasts. I gave this espresso machine to her and a week later, she called me and said the following: It was easy to use, make very good espresso and it took up only a minimal amount of space on the counters. I could have purchased other, more expensive espresso machines and may not have had a different reaction than this, far less expensive choice!! I am happy with my choice, because she is happy. I would recommend this machine to anybody that is cost conscious and still wanting a great cup of coffee or espresso.

This little espresso machine fits in small places. The shots do not pack a punch but I am okay with that. It's $100 and I didn't expect the best thing ever. Make sure to buy a short frothing cup and short espresso cup. The machine is compact. For the first month I used a measuring cup so what does that tell you? I saved $25/week not going to Starbucks. In 4 weeks, the money spent is recovered in savings. Winner Winner Chicken Dinner.

I love this espresso machine! It is smaller than most and fits on my counter without taking up much space. It is so easy to use and makes a great espresso and cappuccino. What I like most about it is that you can use real coffee in it, not just pods. I generally use real coffee grounds, but I do have the pods and occasionally use the pods. I think the espresso tastes better with the coffee grounds Most machines use only pods. Also, the pods you use just have paper, not plastic, so I feel like there is less environmental impact. I can find the pods easily in the grocery store. It also froths the milk nicely. Great buy - easy - great espresso - economical!

Good crema. Just follow instructions. Much better than non-pump machine I had before. Pump is kind of noisy, but.probably they all are.

Machine seems to work well, though honestly I don't use it. But it seems easy enough to use. Good price.

Our beginners espresso machine broke ( Mr Espresso) and after we came back from our Italian vacation we wanted to keep enjoing our espressos and machiatto just like we did in Italy. We felt that we wanted to upgrade to a better machine without spending too much. I read several reviews and to me, the pros weighted more than the cons, so I decided to try it myself. My only con is that machine it is a little noisy, but once you fill out the water to its max capacity the sound diminishes. Most of the cons I read on other reviews are addressed on the instruction manual. The machine gives you a beautiful crema on your espresso. The machine is easy to clean and easy to operate. It only requires to read the instructions manual first, and there shouldn't be any issues. This is a great step between a begginers to a pro machinery. I am very happy with my purchase! Also remember, that the type of coffee bean and other factors influence on the quality of your espresso. :)

easy to use, easy to clean, looks good, doesn't take up a lot of counter space

The size and price are great. Easy to use, recommend

Had it a few months. Works great for me. Easy to use. Everyone says the frothing wand is short. It truly is. I haven't had an issue with the puck, mine hasn't been watery. Way, way better than my former one of the steam variety. I will say that I bought a random on sale brand of espresso. It wras ok. Many reviews mentioned Lavazza so I gave that a try. Whoa. It tastes suspiciously more delicious. Seriously. Maybe the first brand was just junk but I won't know because I'm going to stick with Lavazza.

I love this little guy. I use it almost every day and have had it about 3 weeks now. I still haven't mastered the amount of foam versus steamed milk, but I have gone through three gallons of milk trying. It is fun making my lattes, mochas and cappuccinos though. Overall, it's a great value for the price, and I have saved ample money from otherwise going to a big name place for my mocha. I have taken it apart a few time to clean, but after the initial cleaning and taking off of the milk steamer knob, it seems the mojo that made steaming and frothing milk is gone. Perhaps not gone, but it seems that the seal isn't perfect, and thus it seems more difficult to easily choose to make frothed milk or steamed milk. Disclaimer though, it could easily be operator error, and I have had a lot of fun practicing. Whether it's a lot of steamed milk or a lot of froth, I have enjoyed this little device and it's ease of use (and ability to clean easily).

I like the machine for the most part. It is easy to use, easy to keep clean, heats up fast and is ready to use right away, though produces better coffee if allowed to warm beyond minimum that shows the "ready" light. Only con is requires a really short cup to fit under the coffee holder.

I was skeptical when I bought this machine, the quality and if the espresso will have crema or not, but was pleasantly surprised that it made excellent cup. I think I won't have to go to coffee chain shops anymore since this is better, cheaper and the best thing will pay for it own in a few months. I would advice to get a geek squad protection on it since watching youtube there are a lot of reviews that cheaper espresso machines tend to break in a couple of years so protection is always helpful. Overall glad I brought it.

This machine has 15 bars of power, makes a single or double espresso at a time, froths the milk quickly and easily for cappucchino and is value priced. I have purchased a total of 3 machines (different manufacturers) and this DeLonghi is a great, compact, powerful machine. Be aware that it does not include a metal frothing pitcher, but they are easily found and last forever!

This is a great machine for those looking for an inexpensive espresso machine. Definitely not as good as a professional machine, but it gets the job done in the morning if you’re not looking to spend $5 everyday on a latte.

Easy to use once you break it in. Consistently good espresso with nice crema.