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 R1 Home Coffee Roaster pack of Cooling Tray C1-100g-150g Electric Direct Fired Coffee Roasting - Easy Operation and Clean - App Control - History Saving Function - 110V Black
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#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!”
#8 in Espresso Machines
Sandbox Smart
R1 Home Coffee Roaster pack of Cooling Tray C1-100g-150g Electric Direct Fired Coffee Roasting - Easy Operation and Clean - App Control - History Saving Function - 110V Black
$699.00
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Pros
- +Cost-effective alternative to coffee shops
- +User satisfaction
“Then when they hit £4 in 2025 I bought a roaster, Sandbox smart R1. Now I never go out and I couldn't be happier.”