DeLonghi Rialto EAM4500 Espresso Maker

DeLonghi and luxury go hand in hand when it comes to home appliances. The DeLonghi Rialto EAM4500 Espresso Maker can definitely be considered a luxury. With an original retail price of around $900, one does not make this purchase for quick morning cup of Joe. This machine offers you single step cappuccino, tasty espresso and delicious cappuccinos and lattes. The substantial 11 X 15 X 14 inch area of space it requires hardly seems a sacrifice, if you are a true coffee connoisseur.

It has strong, regular and mild strength settings, with the default set to strong. You can prepare a tasty cappuccino followed by an Americano with very little trouble. Adjusting the strength of your cappuccino is a breeze using the 1-shot button. Grind your own beans in this machine for several servings of your favorite espresso. Then, use the bypass to brew a single cup of something else, like decaf.

This model has recently been replaced by DeLonghi with an all stainless steel interior model. However, the investment in the Rialto would not be misplaced. Those who own one say that with proper care, it will last years. If you are beyond drip coffee and ready to move uptown to espresso and cappuccino on demand, the DeLonghi Rialto EAM4500 Coffee Maker is a great way to get there. Though you might not see this as a money saver, it will pay for a cappucino-a-day habit at a retail cafe in under a year.

The Lattissima is a Delonghi espresso machine that incorporates several convenient features, ranging from vital and exciting to thoughtful and attractive. It operates with a self-priming pump at a maximum pressure of 19 bars, which is utilized in automatically ejecting the hermetically sealed single-serving coffee capsules. Because the coffee itself is delivered via capsule, the Lattissima does not incorporate a grinder in its design. It can be run automatically, and controlled by convenient illuminated buttons. It also features a steam wand and drip tray for extra control and versatility. One of the more practical and exciting features is the removable milk container, which can be attached for frothing purposes and removed when done for storage in the refrigerator. The milk and frothing delivery systems are customizable to preference, as is the height of the drip tray so as to easily fit a variety of cup sizes.

The DeLonghi EN680 Nespresso Lattissima Single-Serve Espresso Maker is excellent for daily espresso drinkers who don't want to sacrifice taste for convenience. Due to the capsule system, it is not for those who prefer to grind their own coffee. Aside from that, it manages to remain accessible while offering a good amount of customizability.

DeLonghi Magnifica Line of Espresso Coffee Machines

DeLonghi Magnifica Line of Espresso Coffee Makers

DeLonghi offers a wide range of coffee machines to suit the coffee aficionado. While they only expanded into this product line in 2003, they have established themselves as a trusted name in high-end appliances for the coffee gourmet. The DeLonghi Magnifica Espresso Coffee Maker line includes 3 machines with retail price points ranging from about $800 to about $1500. The difference in the models is the level of programmability.

The Magnifica line all include 2 of DeLonghi’s patented features. The “Direct-to-Brew” system grinds beans when you are ready to brew and not a moment before. This ensures the freshest possible espresso. The “Single Touch” cappuccino system and double boilers allow the at-home barista to serve the perfect cup without a lot of waiting in between cups. The differences in the visible design are mostly around the programming features. The 3500 and 4400 both have digital programmability, while the 3300 is less high-tech. The professional-quality burr grinder and your beans can produce a custom made, espresso or cappuccino.

Like other high-end gourmet coffee maker, DeLonghi Magnifica Espresso Coffee Machines are “for love not money” purchases. That being said, you can spend twice as much for this level of functionality. The difference won’t be experienced by non-expert coffee lover. If you spend more than $5 a day on good quality cappuccino, this machine will pay for itself inside of a year. Shop carefully, and you can find these machines a price that makes them an affordably extravagant gift for housewarmings and newlyweds.

DeLonghi Perfecta Espresso Coffee Machine

DeLonghi Perfecta Espresso Coffee Maker: Aims to Please

DeLonghi is known for manufacturing high quality home appliances with style and luxury. The DeLonghi Perfecta Espresso Coffee Maker fits very well into this category. Its name is a little misleading, though. This is a versatile machine capable of producing espresso, cappuccino, latte drinks and coffee. The formidable 17-1/2 by 11-1/7 inch footprint is large for a countertop appliance. But, to coffee devotees, it is a respectable use of space; that is if the machine that makes the coffee, that makes the grade.

As its name implies, the Perfecta is a good espresso maker. However, it is most impressive as a variety specialty coffee maker. With its 25-ounce milk container and adjustable coffee spout height, this is a versatile machine designed to please a houseful of coffee aficionados. 5 coffee strength settings assure that everyone can have their beans just the way they like them. One of the best features for the cappuccino lover is the one touch system for single touch milk frothing and heating.

You buy this because you love coffee, not because you are bargain hunting. Retailing around $2,500, this machine fits into the high-end luxury category of coffee makers. Its versatility is a strong case for making the investment if you entertain other coffee lovers regularly. Those in the coffee lifestyle that are also technophiles will love the fully automatic nature of the DeLonghi Perfecta Espresso Coffee Machine. You can program just about every aspect of your drink in pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee.

DeLonghi Gran Dama Espresso Coffee Machine

When a 100-year old Italian company affixes its name to a coffee maker, coffee aficionados take notice. The truth is that DeLonghi didn’t get into the coffee maker business until 2003 with the introduction of the Café Duo, a modestly priced twin carafe coffee maker. At the far reaches of the coffee maker spectrum is the DeLonghi Gran Dama Espresso Coffee Maker. Calling this a coffee maker is like calling the Matterhorn a little hill.

Use your own beans in the integrated conical burr grinder to assure the freshest espresso. This espresso machine offers a 15 bar pump and thermoblock technology to deliver very hot water at very high pressure through the coffee. This combination produces high quality espresso with that foamy crema on top. You can save hundreds of dollars, by purchasing a smaller steam driven machine, but you will not get the same quality as you would with a pump driven model like the DeLonghi Gran Dama Espresso Coffee Maker.

Retailing for over $3,000, you may call it an investment or an extravagance, but you will not call it a coffee maker. The DeLonghi Gran Dama Espresso Coffee Machine is a purchase made by coffee connoisseurs who believe that their espresso is unsurpassed by their neighborhood café. If an espresso is something you enjoy several times a day, it would take about a year to see this DeLonghi model pay for itself. The motivation for this purchase will most likely be about the love of espresso, not economics.