15-bar pump-driven espresso machine with durable stainless-steel broiler
2 thermostats for separately controlling water and steam pressure
Self-priming operation; accommodates E.S.E. pods and ground espresso
Adjustable swivel jet frother; removable 35-ounce water tank; "on/off" switch
Editorial Review:
Going beyond American Coffee shouldn't be hard. Make your mornings and evenings special. Enjoy quick, easy, delicious espresso right at your fingertips! Espresso and Cappuccino is easier with this extremely affordable and compact Delonghi EC155. Rated as an incredible value for the price, the EC155 is a very good electric espresso maker using 15 bar pump drive to produce the rich crema you expect. Its 2-in-1 filter gives you the choice of using ground coffee or ESE pods. So you're in control of flavor or convenience. Most espresso makers require a lengthy priming process before you can get your first flavorful cup. The EC155 has a built-in self-priming process. Use the frother for making cappuccinos, latte, and more. Designed and engineered in Italy, this 1000-watt espresso maker is compact for every kitchen - 7-1/2" Wide by 9-1/2" Deep by 11-1/8" High. It comes with a DeLonghi 1-Year Limited Warranty and an easy-to-follow user guide. It's a perfect gift for yourself and for anyone you love. Removable Drip Tray - Cleaning up is hassle-free. Just remove the tray, rinse and replace On/Off with indicator light Self Priming Operation - Make your favorite beverage quickly and easily with no annoying start-up preparation 2 Separate Thermostats - Water and steam pressure are controlled separately so you can make espresso or cappuccino at the perfect temperature for both Adjustable steam for making cappuccino Intuitive dial control system for making one cup after another Unit Dimensions - 7-1/2 Wide by 9-1/2 Deep by 11-1/8 High DeLonghi 1-Year Limited Warranty
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
great value:
This machine has been great! Its our first pump machine....the first was a delonghi steam machine, which produced almost no steam, and was just generally pathetic. This machine produces a decent shot of espresso, and a lot of steady steam. The frothing wand is a little short, but with a small pitcher, you can easily make enough milk for two beverages (or one really big one, i guess). and the machine comes with a built-on tamper, which is convenient, though ideally you'd want to have a separate one. overall,... more info
Fine machine for the money:
I read a lot about this machine before I bought it so I was somewhat prepared for its shortcomings, but I have to say they didn't bother me nearly as much as I expected they would. The steam wand is a little close to the counter, but not to the point that I even notice it. It is a relatively small machine overall, but that is to be expected in this price range. I think for the price, it makes awesome coffee. I had a Starbucks machine that cost around $200 that never made coffee as well as this machine. The... more info
Love it!:
I am a espresso newbie and started out with a Krups machine. Big waste of money. I kept trying different coffees and or different grinds without luck. No matter what I tried I was unable to get the signature crema. All I would get is a nasty cup of coffee. I finally decided to try a different machine. With the negative reviews I decided to pay extra and buy this one at a brick and mortar store so I could easily return it if necessary. I needn't have worried. What a nice surprise! A great cup of espresso... more info
Good for the Price, But know a couple of things:
I purchased this because I was sick and tired of paying $3 for an americano at starbucks and not getting it right. If you are looking to make a strong americano or latte, this machine will save you money. I lived on starbucks and haven't been back since buying this. A couple of things though: 1. the broiler head stays very hot long after you shut it off 2. the type of coffee and how it is ground is very important and you might have to experiment a bit (too fine and it takes forever to draw shots, too coarse... more info
