DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Espresso Machine

See also: Espresso Machines
Overview
The De'Longhi Magnifica Evo is a bean-to-cup espresso machine designed for coffee enthusiasts who value convenience and customization. It features a built-in steam wand, 13 grinder settings, and three strength options, allowing users to tailor their coffee preferences. Capable of brewing two coffees simultaneously and suitable for both beans and ground coffee, it delivers consistent flavor and crema on espressos. However, its large size may pose challenges in compact kitchens. While the steam wand creates silky milk textures, you cannot adjust the froth density.
Praised for its user-friendliness, intuitive controls, and ease of cleaning, the Magnifica Evo balances automation with the ability to prepare multiple drinks. The patented LatteCrema™ System adds to its appeal for milk-based drinks, though customization of milk froth texture is limited. Reviews highlight its clean design, recognizable buttons, and ability to produce quality espresso and milk foam, making it a compelling option for serious coffee lovers.
Selections
The Best Midranged Superautomatic of Espresso Machines according to Tom's Coffee Corner
Reviews
TechRadar Verdict: 4/5
"The De’Longhi Magnifica Evo is a great bean-to-cup coffee maker that makes brewing an americano super easy. You’ll be able to make a range of drinks with it and the easy-clean features make it a really good choice. It is, however, a huge machine and takes up an awful lot of space in your kitchen."
- Pros
- Suitable for coffee beans or ground coffee
- Can make two coffees at once
- Cons
- Takes up a lot of space
- Slowly brews espresso
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Whole Latte Love
- Pros
- Extremely easy to use
- Option to customize your drinks
- Customizable “My Latte” Drink Option
- Patented LatteCrema™ System Integration
- Fully Colored One-Touch Drink Options
- Cons
- No Way To Customize Density of Milk Froth
- Painted Plastic Housing
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Reviewed
- Pros
- Easy to use
- Customizable drinks
- Easy to clean
- Cons
- No way to customize milk texture
- Coffee can taste weak
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Tom's Coffee Corner
"While the functionality of the brew group is similar to the older models, the Magnifica offers a clean design HMI with a nice smooth surface for cleaning, and recognizable drink buttons displayed. The Evo boasts a 14 count puck tray, and a 1.8 liter water tank, giving this machine some very nice volume. Of course drink performance is the most important aspect, and this machine when fed with freshly roasted beans can produce a very nice Espresso Lungo. Maybe my biggest surprise is how well this did with milk foam. It does provide a very nice almost silky consistency, especially for a superautomatic."
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