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De'Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine vs Philips Saeco Xelsis SM7685/04

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De'Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine
#3 in Espresso Machines

De'Longhi

De'Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine

$169.99

100

Pros

  • +Cost-effective alternative to buying coffee out
  • +Good for beginners
  • +Underrated for its price
  • +Allows for upgrades (e.g., drip tray, portafilter mod)

Cons

  • โˆ’Afterflow issue makes consistent shots hard
  • โˆ’Portafilter keeps falling out during extraction
  • โˆ’Default baskets cannot hold enough powder for a double shot
  • โˆ’Requires cooling down after steaming milk
โ€œI was given a Delonghi Dedica when I moved in since the owner didn't want it. I didn't drink coffee or espresso much before either, so its been crazy profit margins since then!โ€
Philips Saeco Xelsis SM7685/04
#23 in Espresso Machines

Saeco

Philips Saeco Xelsis SM7685/04

$699.00

100

Pros

  • +Easy to use for an office

Cons

  • โˆ’Requires weekly cleaning of brew group
  • โˆ’Requires daily puck removal
  • โˆ’Requires cleaning of frothing group
  • โˆ’Requires descaling every 3-6 months
โ€œI ordered a Saeco Xelsis about 6-7 years ago and it was easy enough for everyone to useโ€