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De’Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother, 15-Bar Pump & Adjustable Tray - Home Barista Coffee Maker for Espresso, Latte, Cappuccino & Iced Coffee - Italian Stainless Steel Design vs Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine BES500BSS, Brushed Stainless Steel, 64 oz Water Tank

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De’Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother, 15-Bar Pump & Adjustable Tray - Home Barista Coffee Maker for Espresso, Latte, Cappuccino & Iced Coffee - Italian Stainless Steel Design
#2 in Espresso Machines

De'Longhi

De’Longhi Dedica Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother, 15-Bar Pump & Adjustable Tray - Home Barista Coffee Maker for Espresso, Latte, Cappuccino & Iced Coffee - Italian Stainless Steel Design

$169.99

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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

  • -Afterflow issue makes consistent shots hard
  • -Portafilter keeps falling out during extraction
  • -Default baskets cannot hold enough powder for a double shot
  • -Requires cooling down after steaming milk
I 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!
Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine BES500BSS, Brushed Stainless Steel, 64 oz Water Tank
#7 in Espresso Machines

Sage

Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine BES500BSS, Brushed Stainless Steel, 64 oz Water Tank

$479.99

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Pros

  • +Cost-effective alternative to coffee shops
  • +User satisfaction
When a flat white cost hit £3 in Manchester, UK 2021 I bought a Sage bambino plus... Now I never go out and I couldn't be happier.