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Best De'Longhi espresso machines

All 19 De'Longhi espresso machines we compare, ranked by score. Which one is best depends on how hands-on you want to be, so check the type before the score.

Updated October 16, 2026 · Ranked by our 0 to 100 score · No paid placements

  1. 1

    De'Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455M

    Semi-automatic GrinderAuto steam wand$$$

    Lowest price in the last 12 months right now

    Stands out for: adjustable brew temperature, hot water outlet, pre-infusion, built-in grinder

  2. 2

    De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo

    Semi-automatic GrinderSteam wand$$$

    Stands out for: adjustable brew temperature, hot water outlet, pre-infusion, built-in grinder

  3. 3

    De'Longhi Rivelia EXAM44055

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$$

    About 10% below its 90-day average right now

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (18 vs. 5 avg.), adjustable brew temperature, hot water outlet, built-in grinder

  4. 4

    De'Longhi Rivelia EXAM44055B

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$$

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (18 vs. 5 avg.), adjustable brew temperature, hot water outlet, built-in grinder

  5. 5

    De'Longhi Magnifica Evo

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$

    Stands out for: built-in grinder, more one-touch drinks (7 vs. 5 avg.)

  6. 6

    De'Longhi Magnifica Plus

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (18 vs. 5 avg.), hot water outlet, built-in grinder

  7. 7

    De'Longhi Dinamica Plus ECAM38085

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$$

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (24 vs. 5 avg.), built-in grinder

  8. 8

    De'Longhi Magnifica Start ECAM22022B

    Super-automatic GrinderSteam wand$$$

    Stands out for: hot water outlet, built-in grinder

  9. 9

    De'Longhi Eletta Explore

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$$

    About 14% below its 90-day average right now

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (52 vs. 5 avg.), app control, built-in grinder, bigger bean hopper (10.6 oz vs. 8.8 oz avg.)

  10. 10

    De'Longhi Magnifica Duo

    Super-automatic GrinderAuto milk$$$

    Stands out for: more one-touch drinks (20 vs. 5 avg.), built-in grinder

What to look for

  • 19 machines, average score 43 out of 100
  • 10 of 19 with built-in grinder
  • 9 of 19 with manual steam wand
  • 10 of 19 with automatic milk frothing
  • CapsulePre-filled pods. No grinding, no mess, higher cost per cup and less control.
  • Manual leverYou create the pressure by hand. No pump, often no electricity, lots of control and practice.
  • Semi-automaticYou grind, dose and tamp; the machine controls pressure and temperature. Most control over taste.
  • Super-automaticBeans in, drink out. The machine grinds, tamps, brews and often froths milk at the push of a button.

Questions

What is the best espresso machine from De'Longhi?

The De'Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455M. It scores 56 out of 100, the highest of the 19 machines from De'Longhi we compare. Its biggest strength: adjustable brew temperature, only 17% of the machines we compare have this.

Which machines come close?

The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo with 55 points and the De'Longhi Rivelia EXAM44055 with 49. Compare any two of them side by side to see where they differ.

How do you score the machines?

From up to 17 specs that change taste and daily use, such as grinder, heating system, temperature control and milk frothing, plus how well the machine sells on Amazon. Specs come from the manufacturer first and the Amazon listing second. Commissions never change a score.

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Top pickDe'Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455MCheck price on Amazon