Bean-to-cup machines
For one press and a cup. What separates the models is the milk system, the cleaning routine and the width on your worktop.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Magnifica Evo: which carafe model to look forWhich Magnifica Evo has the LatteCrema carafe? Model codes for the UK, 7 one-touch drinks by De'Longhi's count, 1.8-litre tank and what the manual omits.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Magnifica S: buttons, a dial and no milk carafeThe Magnifica S ECAM 22.110.B on De'Longhi's own figures: 1.8-litre tank, 250 g hopper, steam wand, buttons and a dial, and what the manual leaves unsaid.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Magnifica Start: specs for the UK ECAM 222.20.BMagnifica Start on De'Longhi's figures: 1.8-litre tank, 250 g hopper, touch panel, steam wand, and what differs on the ECAM 222.20.B sold in the UK.
- Model profileJURA E8 (2025): 27 specialities and the premium questionJURA E8, 2025 generation: 27 specialities by JURA's count, 1.9-litre tank, 280 g hopper, milk hose, 7 grind levels, and what the product page leaves open.
- Model profilePhilips 2200 Series: the entry model and what it leaves outPhilips 2200 EP2220/10: the same 1.8-litre tank, 275 g hopper and 12 grind settings as dearer Philips machines, with a classic frother. What it leaves out.
- Model profilePhilips 3300 LatteGo: five drinks, one 0.26-litre carafePhilips 3300 LatteGo EP3347/90: automatic milk from a 0.26-litre carafe, 5 programmed drinks, 12 grind settings and a removable brew group, per the manual.
- Model profilePhilips 5400 LatteGo: four user profiles and who needs themDoes your household need the Philips 5400 LatteGo? 4 user profiles, 12 programmed drinks and a TFT display, on the same tank and carafe as the 3300.
- Model profilePhilips 5500 LatteGo: 20 drinks, iced recipes, mixed dataPhilips 5500 LatteGo EP5546/70: 20 programmed drinks with iced versions, TFT display, 0.26-litre carafe, and the points where Philips's own data conflicts.
- Model profileSiemens EQ.6 plus s300: milk hose, big hopper, big footprintSiemens EQ.6 plus s300: a 300 g hopper and a milk hose that draws from the carton, but the largest footprint of our UK bean-to-cup machines. The figures.
Espresso machines
For anyone who wants to dial in the grind themselves. More control, more practice, and almost always a separate grinder to budget for.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Dedica Duo EC890: narrow, touch controls, cold brewDe'Longhi Dedica Duo EC890: 14.9 cm wide, 4.2 kg, touch controls and a cold brew preset. What it adds to the Dedica EC685, and when a Bambino fits better.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Dedica EC685: the 14.9 cm wide espresso machineOnly 14.9 cm wide: the De'Longhi Dedica EC685 takes ground coffee or ESE pods, with a 1.1-litre tank and a steam wand. Who it suits and what is unstated.
- Model profileDe'Longhi La Specialista Arte EC9155: the grinder built inDe'Longhi La Specialista Arte EC9155: a conical grinder with 15 settings, single-wall baskets and a 1.7-litre tank in one body. Who it suits, and the gaps.
- Model profileDe'Longhi Stilosa EC260 and EC230: what the manual confirmsDe'Longhi Stilosa EC230 and EC260: 15-bar pump, 1,100 W, 1-litre tank, 26 cm deep, 3.5 kg. Which version takes ESE pods, and when the Dedica is the safer buy.
- Model profileKrups Virtuoso XP442: thermoblock, ESE pods and auto-offKrups Virtuoso XP442: 15-bar pump, thermoblock, 1,400 W, removable 1-litre tank, ESE pod filter, auto-off after 30 minutes. Plus what could not be verified.
- Model profileNinja Luxe Café Premier ES601: espresso, filter and cold brewNinja Luxe Café Premier ES601: 25-setting grinder, dosing by weight, automatic frother and a 2-litre tank. What the sources confirm and what stays open.
- Model profileSage Bambino SES450: 54 mm portafilter, both basket typesSage Bambino SES450 on Sage's figures: 54 mm portafilter, ThermoJet heating, pressurised and single-wall baskets, 1.4-litre tank. Who it suits and why.
- Model profileSage Bambino Plus SES500: the automatic steam wand explainedSage Bambino Plus SES500: an automatic steam wand with 3 temperatures and 3 textures on a 54 mm machine. Is it worth the extra bracket over the Bambino?
- Model profileSage Barista Express SES875: machine and grinder in one boxSage Barista Express SES875: steel conical burrs with 16 settings, 54 mm portafilter, 2-litre tank and a pressure gauge, and the space it needs at home.
Coffee grinders
The real limit on any espresso machine: espresso needs fine steps and precise dosing, filter coffee far less.
- Model profileBaratza Encore ESP: an espresso grinder in the entry bracketBaratza Encore ESP: 40 mm steel conical burrs, 300 g hopper and manual dosing, presented by its maker as built for espresso. Who it suits, and its limits.
- Model profileDe'Longhi KG79 burr grinder: what 16 settings allowDe'Longhi KG79 burr grinder: steel flat burrs, 16 settings, 120 g hopper, 2 to 12 cup selector. What the manual says about espresso, and how far it goes.
- Model profileSage Smart Grinder Pro: 60 settings and timed dosingSage Smart Grinder Pro SCG820: steel conical burrs, 60 settings, timed dosing in 0.2-second steps, a 450 g hopper and two portafilter cradles. Who it is for.