I have had this machine for 2 years. I am quite happy with it.
I like strong, delicious coffee, so I sample different varieties of Lavazza whole beans and use the matching Delonghi Dedica burr grinder to get the grind I need. My espresso and espresso drinks taste great to me and my family and guests, but I am not going to be able to tell you about perfect extraction temperature and pressure and bouquet of flavors based on bean origin and roast locations and crack timing.
It is quite compact for an espresso maker, water tank is a delight to fill, and the price I got it for was comparable at $219 for just the machine.
I have had this machine for 2 years. I am quite happy with it.
I like strong, delicious coffee, so I sample different varieties of Lavazza whole beans and use the matching Delonghi Dedica burr grinder to get the grind I need. My espresso and espresso drinks taste great to me and my family and guests, but I am not going to be able to tell you about perfect extraction temperature and pressure and bouquet of flavors based on bean origin and roast locations and crack timing.
It is quite compact for an espresso maker, water tank is a delight to fill, and the price I got it for was comparable at $219 for just the machine.
Coming from a Nespresso machine where I hate the waste that it generates and the cost of the pods, what do I need to know if I get this machine? Do I need to buy any filters or anything that needs to be replaced with every cup? Can I go to my local coffee shop and ask them to grind a certain type of beans (I like flavored ones) to be used in espresso machines? Any information on what to expect when switching to a machine like that would be helpful.
Coming from a Nespresso machine where I hate the waste that it generates and the cost of the pods, what do I need to know if I get this machine? Do I need to buy any filters or anything that needs to be replaced with every cup? Can I go to my local coffee shop and ask them to grind a certain type of beans (I like flavored ones) to be used in espresso machines? Any information on what to expect when switching to a machine like that would be helpful.
Coming from a Nespresso machine where I hate the waste that it generates and the cost of the pods, what do I need to know if I get this machine? Do I need to buy any filters or anything that needs to be replaced with every cup? Can I go to my local coffee shop and ask them to grind a certain type of beans (I like flavored ones) to be used in espresso machines? Any information on what to expect when switching to a machine like that would be helpful.
I have a nespresso machine and a $3k espresso machine but have owned a machine on par with this. Personally I would rather have this than the nespresso just know they are different beasts. Nespresso creates something I find tolerable that is somewhere between coffee and espresso. This will make something closer to espresso depending on whether it has a pressurized filter basket which it almost certainly does and whether you use an espresso grinder which is the only other thing you would want to buy besides coffee and a tamper.
This with a breville smart grind pro would be an acceptable setup to me for $450ish. You could use pre ground coffee if it's pressurized but then you move further towards coffee from espresso. At that point I'd probably get the breville grinder with a mocca pot.
so tempted! I've had the regular one for over 2 years now and really love it - and told myself I'll definitely upgrade to this someday. For reference, I had the Gaggia Baby (a $360+ machine) for 4 years and the cheaper Dedica consistently produces better shots. Of note - I did replace my Dedica's porta basket with a non-pressurized one to better compare it to my Gaggia.
I have had this machine for about 6 months and I love it. You can use an espresso grind, scoop it in, tamp it and brew. Super easy. Toss the grounds or use them in your garden. Wipe down the underside of the brew area and rinse out the brew basket and you're done. I use this espresso. I was skeptical because it is cheap but it is REALLY good. Gaviña Espresso Roast Extra Fine Ground Coffee, 100% Arabica, 10-Ounce Can https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EX4E...eFbF9EGYBD
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I like strong, delicious coffee, so I sample different varieties of Lavazza whole beans and use the matching Delonghi Dedica burr grinder to get the grind I need. My espresso and espresso drinks taste great to me and my family and guests, but I am not going to be able to tell you about perfect extraction temperature and pressure and bouquet of flavors based on bean origin and roast locations and crack timing.
It is quite compact for an espresso maker, water tank is a delight to fill, and the price I got it for was comparable at $219 for just the machine.
I like strong, delicious coffee, so I sample different varieties of Lavazza whole beans and use the matching Delonghi Dedica burr grinder to get the grind I need. My espresso and espresso drinks taste great to me and my family and guests, but I am not going to be able to tell you about perfect extraction temperature and pressure and bouquet of flavors based on bean origin and roast locations and crack timing.
It is quite compact for an espresso maker, water tank is a delight to fill, and the price I got it for was comparable at $219 for just the machine.
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I have a nespresso machine and a $3k espresso machine but have owned a machine on par with this. Personally I would rather have this than the nespresso just know they are different beasts. Nespresso creates something I find tolerable that is somewhere between coffee and espresso. This will make something closer to espresso depending on whether it has a pressurized filter basket which it almost certainly does and whether you use an espresso grinder which is the only other thing you would want to buy besides coffee and a tamper.
This with a breville smart grind pro would be an acceptable setup to me for $450ish. You could use pre ground coffee if it's pressurized but then you move further towards coffee from espresso. At that point I'd probably get the breville grinder with a mocca pot.
I have had this machine for about 6 months and I love it. You can use an espresso grind, scoop it in, tamp it and brew. Super easy. Toss the grounds or use them in your garden. Wipe down the underside of the brew area and rinse out the brew basket and you're done. I use this espresso. I was skeptical because it is cheap but it is REALLY good. Gaviña Espresso Roast Extra Fine Ground Coffee, 100% Arabica, 10-Ounce Can https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EX4E...eFbF9