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AMZCHEF EM3131 vs De'Longhi Stilosa

Updated October 20, 2026 · Specs from iamzchef.com, delonghi.com and the Amazon listings · How we score

The bottom line

It comes down to the water tank.

Get the AMZCHEF EM3131 if…

you hate refilling: a 50 oz tank vs. 33.8 oz.

Get the De'Longhi Stilosa if…

counter space is tight: 109 sq in vs. 133 sq in.

The AMZCHEF EM3131 is ahead on 1 specs, the De'Longhi Stilosa on 0. We earn a commission if you buy through these links. It never changes a score.

Score by category

Each bar is out of 100. Popularity is how often the machine sells on Amazon compared to all 126 machines.

AMZCHEF EM3131De'Longhi Stilosa

Brewing 38 points, AMZCHEF EM3131 25 points, De'Longhi Stilosa
Milk 100 points, AMZCHEF EM3131 100 points, De'Longhi Stilosa
Convenience 36 points, AMZCHEF EM3131 22 points, De'Longhi Stilosa
Popularity 77 points, AMZCHEF EM3131 96 points, De'Longhi Stilosa

Why is the AMZCHEF EM3131 better than the De'Longhi Stilosa?

  • 48% bigger water tank50 oz vs. 33.8 oz

Why is the De'Longhi Stilosa better than the AMZCHEF EM3131?

No spec where it is clearly ahead, based on what both listings state.

Every spec, with its source

Only specs both sides state can win. A “Not stated” never wins or loses.

Brewing

PID temperature control

A PID controller holds brew water within about one degree. Unstable temperature is the most common cause of sour or bitter shots.

19% of machines have this
AMZCHEF EM3131 Yes Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa Not stated
Pump pressure

Espresso is brewed at about 9 bar. Higher numbers on the box are maximum pump ratings and do not make better coffee, so we do not score them.

Average: 20 bar
AMZCHEF EM3131 20 bar iamzchef.com
De'Longhi Stilosa 15 bar delonghi.com

Milk

Milk frothing

A manual steam wand gives the best microfoam for latte art but takes practice. Automatic systems are easier but less flexible.

AMZCHEF EM3131 Manual steam wand Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa Manual steam wand delonghi.com

Convenience

Heat-up time

How long you wait from switching on until the first shot. Under a minute feels instant, over 15 minutes means planning ahead.

Average: 25 s · lower is better
AMZCHEF EM3131 30 s Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa Not stated
Water tank

A bigger tank means refilling less often. For two milk drinks a day, about 60 oz lasts several days.

Average: 57.2 oz
AMZCHEF EM3131 50 oz Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa 33.8 oz delonghi.com
Cup warmer

Warm cups keep espresso hot longer.

5% of machines have this
AMZCHEF EM3131 Yes iamzchef.com
De'Longhi Stilosa Not stated

Size and weight

Height

Measure the space under your kitchen cabinets. Many machines need a few extra inches on top to refill the water tank or bean hopper.

Average: 13.4 in
AMZCHEF EM3131 4.7 in Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa 11.2 in Amazon listing
Counter space

Width times depth, the area the machine takes up on your counter.

Average: 120 sq in
AMZCHEF EM3131 133 sq in Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa 109 sq in Amazon listing
Weight

Heavier machines stay put when you lock in the portafilter. Lighter ones are easier to move and store.

Average: 11 lbs
AMZCHEF EM3131 8.2 lbs Amazon listing
De'Longhi Stilosa 8.6 lbs Amazon listing

Other

Power

Higher wattage usually means faster heating, but it says nothing about coffee quality.

Average: 1,350 W
AMZCHEF EM3131 1,350 W iamzchef.com
De'Longhi Stilosa 1,100 W delonghi.com

Highlighted: the better value for that spec. Bars show where a value sits among all 126 machines. Specs neither listing states are left out. How we score

Deal check

AMZCHEF EM3131 · price class $

Around its usual price.

Compared with its own 90-day average and 12-month low on Amazon. The exact price is on Amazon.

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De'Longhi Stilosa · price class $

Around its usual price.

Compared with its own 90-day average and 12-month low on Amazon. The exact price is on Amazon.

See today’s price

Questions

Which is better, the AMZCHEF EM3131 or the De'Longhi Stilosa?

The AMZCHEF EM3131 scores 46 points, the De'Longhi Stilosa 35. The score weighs grinder, heating system, temperature control, milk frothing and convenience.

Which one has the bigger water tank?

The AMZCHEF EM3131: 50 oz vs. 33.8 oz for the De'Longhi Stilosa.

How do they froth milk?

AMZCHEF EM3131: manual steam wand. De'Longhi Stilosa: manual steam wand.

Will they fit under my kitchen cabinets?

The AMZCHEF EM3131 is 4.7 in tall, the De'Longhi Stilosa 11.2 in. Standard US upper cabinets hang about 18 in above the counter, so leave room to refill the tank.

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