DeLonghi EC885M Dedica Arte 15-Bar Pump Espresso Machine - Perfect for Home Baristas

Pepe alegria: EXCELENTE, SUPERO ESPECTATIVAS

Mexico on Aug 23, 2023

N p k: Its a good option but there should be another better option out there.

United States on Jul 27, 2023

Annie Smith: Pros - reliable, easy to operate, quick to heat up, consistent shots
Cons - portafilter is not a standard size so limited customization, basket pops out of portafilter with every use

United States on May 10, 2023

DBM: This machine is compact enough to fit on relatively little counter space and yet provides an exemplary cup of espresso. A wonderful machine to start your journey into a different world of coffee!

Canada on Mar 13, 2023

JeanineJeanine: I really love this espresso machine. It's nice and compact, not taking too much room on my counter. The espresso it produces is quite nice, although my old Breville Cafe Roma gave better creme. I will continue to try different beans and grind sizes to get better creme.

The portafilter is tight to engage at first, but I think mine is breaking in now, so it is a little easier. People have complained about it being tippy because it is so light, when engaging the portafilter, but some trial and error and I figured out the best way to hold it is on the machine just above where you put the portafilter in when you twist it.

After some practice I have worked out how to get nice foam for my lattes. I'm really happy with it. The machine isn't overly loud. The steaming for lattes is much quieter than my old Cafe Roma which sounded like dying banshees. I don't feel so guilty about using it when other members of the family are sleeping in the morning. People complaining about it not producing froth should watch some Youtube videos and keep trying. You will get it, and the froth will happen. Now I just have to figure out how to make art. Despite the lack of art on my lattes they...

Canada on Feb 05, 2023

SavvyMia: Almost as shown. I already have a great tamper from my last Delonghi use. So, I gave the tamper to a friend. Better than nothing. But I got it on sale. If I paid full price I would have complained. No professional tamper. But I've had nearly a month and it's been fantastic. I love that it stops at a measured amount of water. Consistent. My last one didn't have that feature. I don't know how many times I had to step away. Only to have to start over. I have a scoop exactly the right size for the machine. It's not clogging on me. And if I forget to shut off on side I merely push on of the buttons for brewing and it pops back up. I love it and hope to have it for years to come.

United States on Jan 29, 2023

greg paquettegreg paquette: Product works. But does struggle to get a good crema even with a naked portafilter and fresh beans. Espresso comes out a little more acidic than I would like no matter what I do. I feel it’s the temperature the machine operates at. I have changed all settings and still same result. If you are serious about your espresso I would spend more and get a quality machine.

Canada on Jan 18, 2023

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Brazil on Dec 27, 2022

DMarie: UPDATE: 12/24/22: Well, this machine is a whole 2weeks old... & is now leaking from both the water reservoir all over my counter, as well as, spewing/dripping water from the portafilter straight into my morning cappuccino cup!!
I can't tell you how disappointed I am...not only in this machine & the time Ive invested in it, but with the Delonghi name itself, especially, given the reviews! My 1st machine had a faulty frother right out of the box.. I used to feel that Delonghi was a "trusted" name of quality.. but not after this. It seems, IF you are "lucky enough" to get a solid machine that functions as it should, then, you will probably have a very pleasant experience. Otherwise, its returns & headaches. It is a shame because I really did love the machine. But, as for me, I'm choosing NOT to go for machine #3 with Delonghi! I'll be returning this and replacing it with a different brand. Sadly, I will rethink making any further Delonghi purchases.

I've only had this Delonghi Dedica 885 for going on 2 weeks... and yes, as others have said, there is a learning curve. I'm just now pulling/making pretty good espresso & cappuccinos. But.. it IS worth the time...

United States on Dec 19, 2022

Becca BijouBecca Bijou: Update:
I ordered some accessories from DeLonghi, including their “signature” ground espresso blend so I could get a better sense of their idea of a perfect shot. I also experimented with non-dairy milks (also A2 milk which was gross btw). I’m now using Califia Almond “Barista Blend” with a drop of Pacific Foods hemp milk for added body.
Once my accessories arrived, my drink quality dialed up. The small steaming carafe is the perfect size for my single cappuccino. I didn’t know they came that small!
Full disclosure: prior to having a proper steaming carafe, I’d been using a small cup from my Japanese tea set to steam milk in (i know…) Anyway, I’m using slightly more milk now but it’s totally worth it.
I’m still perfecting my espresso shot: The signature ground tends me an over-extracted shot (I have found I can mitigate by using slightly less).
Today, I went back to ESE pod and it wasn’t half bad—I don’t know if it’s just that I can see the thin line of crema better in my new glass cups or what, but at any rate, it’s certainly as good a result as I was getting with ESE pods in my previous machine.
I still find the steam function to...

United States on Dec 11, 2022