Delonghi EC155

*Est. $100

Reviewed

October 2011

Budget espresso maker

Pros

Affordable
Great-tasting espresso
Compact
Uses ground coffee or ESE pods
Removable water tank easy to fill and clean

Cons

Frothing wand is poorly positioned
Can't accommodate larger mugs

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Reviewers say that the DeLonghi EC155 offers a lot of value for its price and produces a great-tasting espresso that rivals that of any coffee shop. Though it has a few design flaws, users say they are minor, especially in this price range. Owners point out that the machine can't accommodate larger mugs for cappuccinos and lattes and that the frothing wand is poorly positioned, making it difficult to fit a steaming pitcher underneath. Most users, however, find ways around these flaws, saying that you can't find a better machine in this price range. If you prefer a machine with higher-end features, experts say that the Rancilio Silvia (*Est. $700) is also a good value.

Good Housekeeping has the most thorough review of the DeLonghi EC155, comparing it to 15 other low-priced espresso machines. ConsumerReports.org has a more recent roundup including the DeLonghi EC155, although only five machines are rated. Editors at SingleServeEspresso.com test and evaluate several machines and give detailed descriptions of what works and what doesn't, although this review is several years old. Hundreds of owner-written reviews at Amazon.com give good perspective into user experience with the machine, and we found a smaller number of reviews at Cooking.com.

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Our Sources

1. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe

The DeLonghi EC155 is one of five espresso machines rated in the latest coffee-maker roundup at ConsumerReports.org. Editors rate each model on taste, convenience and frothing ability.

Review: Espresso Maker Ratings, Editors of ConsumerReports.org

2. Good Housekeeping Details/Subscribe

The DeLonghi EC155 produces the best-tasting espresso in Good Housekeeping's test of inexpensive espresso machines. Editors say the water isn't as hot as they would like, but praise the detachable water tank for being easy to fill and to clean.

Review: Best Electric Pump Espresso Machines, Editors of Good Housekeeping, Sept. 2009

3. SingleServeEspresso.com

Editors of SingleServeEspresso.com say that the DeLonghi EC155 has a "strong set of basic features," making it a great value. Editors do point out that the machine can only accommodate a small demitasse cup, and that positioning it under the portafilter can be tricky sometimes due to the machine's overhang. We wish this review had been updated more recently.

Review: Review: DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Machine, Editors of SingleServeEspresso.com, Oct. 16, 2006

4. Amazon.com

More than 715 owners posting to Amazon.com say the DeLonghi EC155 packs a lot of value for its price. It gets good marks for its powerful frothing wand, but several point out that the wand is poorly positioned, making it difficult to fit a cup underneath. Overall, the DeLonghi EC155 maintains a high average rating of 4 stars out of 5.

Review: DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Maker, Contributors to Amazon.com

5. Cooking.com

Just under 25 owners review the DeLonghi EC155, contributing to an overall average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5. Reviews here are more brief than those found on Amazon.com. Owners recommend allowing the unit to warm up for 10-15 minutes before brewing for better results.

Review: DeLonghi Black Espresso Machine, Contributors to Cooking.com

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