De'Longhi EC685M Dedica Deluxe Automatic Espresso Machine,35 oz, 1, Metallic

I absolutely love this espresso maker! I easily use it two to three times a day. It is not that large, and looks very sharp on the counter. I like that the removable drip try allows me to either use a standard latte cup or if I would like to use a more traditional coffee mug, I can remove the tray. The foaming nozzle works well. I haven't mastered latte art quite yet, but it gives me a thick foam. I do wish the stainless steel milk frothing cup and a better tamper were included with the purchase, but they were easy add-ons. I did notice that after steaming you can't go right back to making another coffee as the water in the line is too hot, indicated by flashing buttons. So after steaming, I press a coffee buttom and then bleed the steam from the line until only water comes out. This clears the line of water water/steam and lets the machine cool down enough to do a second espresso. I do find the warming tray on the top of the unit pretty much worthless. Running the unit once without espresso in the pod flushes the lines and heats the mug. I also do one run after brewing to clean the machine. I've not had a single problem with it, and it seems to balance expense against value. If you're looking for something fully automatic, then this is not for you, as you have to press your own coffee and steam your own milk. If you don't mind the process of making your own coffee, then this is for you!

I love this coffee maker and use it daily. I used to work in a coffee shop so I know how to make coffees and I don't think this can be beat on size and price/value if you want to make your own coffees from fresh ground. It makes a great cup of coffee and I have had no issues with it at all. My only gripe which is a bit niche to me I guess is that I owned the same model in Europe before I moved to the USA, and that had a removable insert inside the espresso metal pod where the coffee grounds sit. For some reason they have welded that in for the USA model, and I know from when I cleaned my other one you would get old coffee water collecting in there. Well now since it is welded in and I cannot remove that piece I have to shake the water out which is super annoying. I will look to see if I can get a replacement espresso pod which has the removable piece, but that aside HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I also bought one for my parents who love theirs. I make a black coffee in it daily and recommend running it for 3 shots to get a full mug as the flavour is much better than if you just added water to one (double) shot. I have also made successful latte's and cappucino's in it when the mood takes me. Just be aware when using the frother, you have to let a small amount of water out before putting the wand in your milk, otherwise you end up with slightly watery milk. Again a small quirk which once you realise it I don't even think about. I have previously owned a nespresso machine as well as drip coffee maker and would recommend this to anyone wanting a decent home coffee maker where they are not put off using loose coffee grounds

I purchased this machine in March 2023. I used it for about a year and was satisfied with it. However, it began to experience issues where it occasionally wouldn't perform the extraction process. As the problem became more frequent, I contacted De'Longhi customer support. They informed me that the seller I purchased from is not listed among their authorized retailers and stated, "Some online platforms allow various sellers, including those offering used or 'like new' units, which can sometimes lead to confusion regarding product authenticity and warranty coverage." I then looked at the box and noticed that it doesn't seem new and appears to be quite worn. I regret not buying directly from the official De'Longhi website. Be cautious when buying from third-party sellers. ------------- Exact message from De'Longhi: Thank you for providing your proof of purchase. After reviewing it, we regret to inform you that we are unable to validate the warranty for your product, as MazalovLLC is not listed among our authorized retailers. We recommend purchasing our products from one of the authorized retailers listed here. We also suggest contacting the retailer directly for details regarding your product's warranty. We understand that this may be frustrating, but please rest assured that we only sell our units to authorized retailers who adhere to our strict guidelines. This ensures our customers receive the highest quality products. Some online platforms allow various sellers, including those offering used or "like new" units, which can sometimes lead to confusion regarding product authenticity and warranty coverage.

Great product! Takes a minute to get oriented with how to use it and not fill up the cup too high with grounds. If the cup is too full (or the grounds are too fine), the pressure builds up too high and will shut off before it produces any espresso. I usually want more than just one double shot, so I have to take everything apart and refill it to get another cup. It's a small inconvenience and I readily do it to get the amount I want, but I wish there was a more convenient option to produce more without resetting everything. The overall product and size and espresso produced are great. UPDATE 7-MONTHS LATER: Still going strong! I use this machine almost daily, usually running the machine 2-4 times to get the amount of espresso I want. I live in a small apartment so this takes very little time to do in between getting ready in the morning. Still very happy with mg purchase! UPDATE ON 30 AUGUST 2023 AFTER 5.5 YEARS OF USE: I was scrolling through my old reviews and saw this was only 4/5 stars, but I 10/10 recommend this espresso maker, so I updated my rating to 5 stars because this is 100% worth every penny and "inconvenience" I mentioned above which I no longer find inconvenient - it is fast and easy to make however much you want, idk what I was on about before lol. Lazy i guess. You do have to descale it after some use but I've only had to maybe 3 times in 5 years, so it's not a problem. It lets you know when it's required. I bookmarked a YouTube video for reference for when I need to descale in the future. This baby is a work horse and totally worth it!!! zero ragrets

Over the years, I've owned various home espresso machines ranging in price from $150 to almost $800, and this is one of my favorite espresso machines ever. I purchased this model in July 2019 (I'm writing this review in Nov 2019), and have used it multiple times a day since I purchased it. Several highlights that make this one of the best I've used: a) Ease of use b) Ease of clean-up! c) Great *consistent* flavor extraction The light over my counter probably makes things look a little amber, but this machine really does pull a beautiful caramel-colored crema (as seen in these photos). As you can probably tell, this machine does not make a thick crema though. That's a good thing! For those new to espresso, you don't want a lot of crema. Depending on the coffee roast and the machine, crema can be bitter. I have found a great locally roasted espresso that works really well with this machine to produce a lovely rich under note, and a slightly bitter-sweet crema. Therefore, I don't stir my espresso since I enjoy that slight contrast. If you find the crema is too bitter, be sure to stir it into the darker coffee below the surface. That will even the notes out a bit. I typically drink espresso black, no sugar. That means I don't use the steam wand a great deal, so I don't really have many tips for working with the wand on this machine. But, the times when I have used the wand, I've stretched enough foam for a macchiato and that has turned out quite well. A couple of other tips: 1. You will need to experiment with the brand of espresso beans you use, and with the grind of the bean. No two espresso machines are the same, so no two machines with pull your shots exactly the same way either. For instance, regardless of which roaster I buy my beans from, my machine works better if I grind on Fine which is slightly more course than the Espresso setting on most grinders. I just get an overall better-tasting and better-looking cup of espresso that way. 2. Experiment with flavor profiles in the espresso blend you use. Try different roasts from different roasters. It's amazing how much variation you'll get from one roaster to another. I've found a local roaster who makes a great espresso blend that I've not gotten down to the place that I pull a shot that has a nice, rich under note with a pretty smooth finish (very little bitterness in the crema). There's a good balance even without stirring the espresso. some people like brighter, more acidic roasts, that's great, too. 3. Make sure your espresso beans are as fresh as possible, and try not to let an open package of coffee sit for more than a couple of weeks. Those things are as important as operating the machine in terms of pulling a quality cup of espresso that it satisfying to both the sense of smell and taste. (I love the aroma of espresso in the house.) Overall, the Dedica Deluxe has been a great machine thus far. I use it (on average) 2-4 times a day, and I couldn't be happier. The sleek design fits neatly on my counter, and it looks good, too.

I've been a barista for ~10 years. Finally decided to splurge on a home machine with small footprint because we don't have alot of counterspace. 1. Your coffee type/grind will be the ultimate factor in how well it pulls and how much you tamp in. Even using Cafe Bustelo I got so much crema it looked like a latte. If you dont fill it to full when tamped (leaving just enough space for the brewhead to nestle in the portafilter) it's going to be watery and lame. I dont have a properly portioned scoop yet, just eyeball it (experience). I've seen alot of complaints about this and it's 1000% user error or... maybe they did have a faulty machine. Who knows. 2. Get a 30lb spring press tamper that adjusts the depth level for you if you can't tamp level and consistent. I got one cuz I'm lazy and too tired to care when I wake up thanks to baby, also for teaching my fiance how to do it. Makes it idiot proof. 3. How do you know you filled it enough with espresso? Put your tamp in, spin it. If the grinds are leveled out and fairly compact, you have enough. If loose or has gaps in the surface, you need more before you press. When your done brewing, if your puck isnt equally wettish dry throughout, you didn't fill/tamp right or your grind is too big/wrong for this machine. We personally like Lavazza Coffee, works well every time. Make about 6-10 shots/day, going strong for about half a year now. Pros: -smaller than a Kitchenaid by ALOT. I thought they'd be similar in size. I was pleasantly surprised to find out its even smaller (again not alot of counterspace). -water tank can be removed off the back just by lifting and easy to clean. Easy refill as well. -easy auto off if you forget to push the button before walking away because you're a zombie. -can kinda make a small hot cup of tea quick by pouring hot water out the steamwand spout. We haven't really used it to steam milk cuz we like iced coffee more. -can get alot of crema depending on how good you are at making espresso Cons: -hot plate on top is just a mildly warm plate. Maybe if you use the steamwand it would get hotter. -kinda loud the first 20 uses then mellows out a bit. The pump needs to get primed and working. It does vibrate alot though. Also louder when using the steamwand. -getting the portahandle in the machine the first like 20 times is hard as well, until the seal breaks in to it. -it is shiny plastic for the most part on the outside, not metal and makes it feel flimsy when you're breaking in the seal trying to get that portahandle to lock in right. -overall height under spout makes it hard to brew into alot of mugs with. I don't like using shot glasses and wasting my crema when I can brew right into my mug/cup! -instructions say to brew espresso first them steam your milk because you have to wait a few minutes for cool down so you don't kill the machine with overheating; espresso burns after 10 seconds without a temperature drop or adding [milk] fat/dilution to it. Partially why i don't use this at all, by the time your machine cools down your milk will be fairly cooled as well to brew espresso second (what you should do). The only way around this would be adding *some* cold milk to your espresso when you brew before steaming the rest. Or an ice cube or two. -as far as I can tell you can't backflush clean your brewspout? Which gives me an ick. Run a shot of hot water through after each use to be safe.

I had this machine for 6 months and I’m super happy with it. Let me spill the tea. So, a lot of the negatives reviews are semi-true; yes, the machine gives you a warning sign that it’s overheated already after making two cups of coffee. But you fix the problems very fast just by running the machine with water for 5 seconds. Yes, the machine give you a descaling warning after couple of months but you can just switch it off or even simply ignore it (nothing really changes but the color of one of the buttons, that’s all really). I use Brita water so I don’t descale the machine. Otherwise, works perfectly fine. Coffee takes amazing. The machine has a sleek design. Temperature is good, and adjustable. Cappuccino maker works great and it’s easy to clean (you purge it before and after, wipe it with a tissue, done). Never gave me any problems so far really. The only issue I have with it is that it won’t run if the coffee is grinded to a very fine level. And sometimes I get or buy coffee that is very fine. That’s my only isssue with it. But that’s not worth getting a 1,000$ espresso machine.

I learned the secrets to making a perfect espresso from a local coffee shop owner, so I was spoiled. I loved to try espresso at new local coffee shops as comparison, but there were too many variations in taste and crema. Too many served espresso that tasted sweet and fruity, burnt, or lacked a nice crema. Plus, the cost of espresso has increased a lot over the past two years. I researched affordable at-home machines and hoped I picked a winner, and I did! I found a local coffee roaster whose espresso did not taste fruity and bought 1/2 pound of its espresso roast. I also bought its decaf beans. After two tries with my new espresso machine, and a couple of tweaks with my hand grinder, I was able to make such a delicious espresso that was how I loved the taste and the creaminess of the crema. The best part is that I am in control of the caffeine content. I don't have to wonder if the coffee shop will serve a larger than usual espresso that will zing me for the rest of the day. And I don't have the disappointment of a poor tasting espresso, thinking, "maybe tomorrow it will taste better," depending on the barista. The machine makes the decaf version just as well. Although it seems like a lot of prep and post work (two minutes to grind the beans using a hand grinder & a quick clean up/rinsing of equipment), it is so worth it. I pass by my variety of coffee shops and say 'bye'! because this machine is great!

Very smart looking and it makes good espresso

Justo la Cafetera que necesitaba para preparar café de una manera sencilla pero a la vez deliciosa....

La cafetera hace lo que promete: un buen expreso, opciones de programación de temperatura y tipo de agua, y en un reducido tamaño, que fue el factor más importante de compra cuando la comparé con otras opciones. El diseño es tipo "retro" y acabados metálicos. 4 estrellas, porque la opción de bombeo de agua caliente es ruidosa y con demasiada presión.

Excellent Espresso Machine for Home Baristas I am extremely happy with my De’Longhi Dedica Style Espresso Machine. The machine has a sleek and compact design that fits perfectly in my kitchen without taking up much counter space. Despite its small footprint, it delivers rich, flavorful espresso with a beautiful crema every time. The machine heats up quickly, is easy to operate, and the steam wand produces excellent milk foam for cappuccinos and lattes. The build quality feels premium, and cleaning and maintenance are straightforward. What impressed me most is the café-quality coffee it produces at home. It offers great value for money and is perfect for both beginners and coffee enthusiasts. If you’re looking for a reliable, stylish, and high-performing espresso machine, I highly recommend the De’Longhi Dedica Style. Absolutely worth the purchase!

Muy buen producto, excelentes acabados y de calidad. Hace café espresso, espresso doble según se requiera. Tambié se puede hacer americano ya que puede sacar agua caliente. Fácil de usar, pero si hay que leer las instrucciones. Fácil de limpiar también. Es excelente compra para los aficionados del café.