Features:

  • Pump driven and 15 bars. Automatically self primes;Water level indicator: Yes
  • Input power is 1100 watt. Note-if pump is excessively noisy it may be caused due to empty water tank can be corrected by refilling tank
  • Use pods or ground coffee with the convenient patented filter holder. Craft cappuccinos or lattes with the patented easy to use frothier
  • 44 oz. and 1.3 litter removable water tank.Never install the appliance in environments where the temperature may reach 0°C (32°F) or lower (the appliance may be damaged if the water freeze
  • Utilize De'Longhi's call center for customized help setting up and maintaining your machine at 1-800-322-3848
  • NOTE: Refer the Manual before use which is highly recommended.
Make your own espresso at home

If you are like me and like to make your own espresso with your own coffee and don't mind the little cleanup mess then this is a really good machine. We don't use the milk frother, even though it works. About once a day we have a special espresso moment and this machine delivers every time. We use double espresso and espresso pre-grind beans. To heat up the cups, we either heat up the machine 30 min before we use it with the cups on top where the heater element is, or we simply let some hot water sit in the cups while we prepare the pods. Then we dump the water in the reserve container before we make the espresso. The cleanup is fast and easy by hand using regular water and a microfiber cloth. A friend of mine who does not want any mess bought a very expensive espresso/cappucino machine at Williams-Sonoma and she is happy with her purchase. So, think about your personality. For what we want, it is the best fit.

Best coffee maker for the price

The only thing that's missing is an "Auto shut off" when coffee is done, so you won't have to "guess" when is the right time to press the button in the middle....also true that this feature, among other things, is present on machines 3 times more expensive. I'm Italian and ALWAYS trusted DeLonghi as one of the best brands we have in Italy.....so take it from me. If you're looking for the BEST espresso maker for the price, then look no further. Leave that job to me (I went through reviews and videos of about 50 different ones before I picked this one. It was a good choice. Machine gets in pressure in about 2 minutes or so.....which is very good so you won't have to leave it on for hours just because you don't like to wait too long (I not that patient either). It comes with practically all you need to have a great espresso you would have in any bar in Italy, in your kitchen. Enjoy :)

Helpful review!!!

I did a lot (about 2 months) of research before I bought an Espresso machine. I looked at several brands and models within each of the brands. I also read many reviews, which is why I am writing this review because the feedback was very helpful. When I received my machine I was very pleased with the packaging and overall appearance of the machine. I immediately descaled my machine because I bought it used and wasn't positive how used it was. I would suggest doing this if your product is used. After the machine was up and running I pulled my first shot of espresso; I was extremely pleased. I have had my machine for about 2 months now and have been nothing but pleased. I have used it every day since I received it and I pull on average at least 4 shots a day and it always runs smoothly. I should add I was a barista at a coffee shop for 3 years so I am very critical of my coffee/espresso and wanted perfection every time; I am glad to say that’s what I receive. The machine is very simple to operate and clean. The steam wand is a little short but after reviewing several other machines similar to the one I purchased this is just the case. Of course if you are willing to spend more money I am sure you can find a longer wand however if you are looking for a good home espresso machine you are problem going to have a small wand. Overall the wand works fine you just have to maneuver a little bit to get things working well. The only negative thing I would say about the machine is the water tank, every time I attempt to pull it out to refill or just rinse the tank I have to pull very hard and it jars the machine and I have spilled the water in the tank. There is a newer version of the machine however I bought this one because the style was more appealing to me. I hope this review is helpful to someone looking to upgrade their espresso experience.

Excellent Machine and Value

After purchasing and returning a cheap Mr. Coffee steam espresso machine that produced nothing close to a real espresso, I decided to get serious about finding a solid "entry-level" espresso machine. I did an exhaustive (ie: ridiculous) amount of research, reading reviews at a myriad of sites, comparing prices, talking to friends who consider themselves "espresso experts", etc. What I found first is that you will never find 100% agreement on a given machine. Second, you have to establish your price range. It does seem that with espresso machines, the more you're willing to pay, the more you get, either in features, design, longevity or performance. For me, despite my friend raving about his newest $700 "it does everything except read the paper to you" machine, as a first time home machine buyer, I wanted to limit my first expenditure. So I set a max budget at $250 and learned about every possible option. I won't go through the reasons I didn't buy other machines and it is possible that many I chose not to buy would have been perfectly good. What I will tell you is that thus far, about 3 months and 100+ espressos later, I am extremely happy with my DeLonghi EC702. The bottom line is that it produces a perfect crema with a rich taste. The steaming wand, though not perfectly designed, works well and I can make excellent Lattes. I feel it is important to add that like any machine, it takes some practice to produce the perfect espresso. There are so many human variables that come into play - how long to let the pump run, proper warm-up time, type of coffee, the grind, how much you compact/tamp the coffee, etc. - that no two people will get the same results. However, the performance of this machine has been flawless. I have not experienced any leaks or problems. I have followed the instructions carefully from the first use, kept it properly cleaned and it has rewarded me with a great cup every day. Some other positives: - Very good clearance between the bottom of the filter holder and the base. I have a nice size cappuccino mug (in addition to standard espresso cups) and it fits perfectly. Apparently this is a problem with some other machines. - Two size filters - one for single shot and one for double shot espressos. - Filters also use the ESE pod system if you're into that. I don't use pods. - Large, easily removable and cleanable water holder. - It looks great. All silver, mostly metal. Doesn't have any of that cheap looking black plastic. - Warming tray on top really works. I store my cups and filters on top and they are nice and warm after about 15 minutes, which is the recommended warm-up time. And BTW - this is not a problem. I get up, walk in the kitchen, turn it on. By the time I come back into the kitchen after getting the kids going, it is ready. Those people who complain because they have to wait a few minutes need to re-evaluate their addiction to coffee. - Great price point. Under $200. Some notes: - Yes, it is somewhat noisy for the 15 seconds it produces the coffee - but it is a pump machine, which you must have. My kids running around in the morning make far more noise than the machine. - Your first 5-6 cups will taste like battery acid. I was warned of this from an experienced friend. All new machines must be broken in to eliminate that metallic taste. So when you get it, after following the directions and running water through it a few times, then make several throw-away cups of coffee as well. I used a less expensive coffee for this instead of wasting my good stuff. Allowing the coffee flavor to permeate the filters will properly prep the machine. - You must clean it at proper intervals. The machine even comes with a bottle of descaler. - Buy an external tamper. It will make it much easier on you, help you be consistent in your tamping and will keep the machine cleaner. I bought the $8 Terry's Tamper on Amazon and it is the perfect size for the DeLonghi filter. Don't waste your money on expensive tampers. - Make sure you use the proper very fine grinds meant for espresso machines. I took one bag of beans to a grinder at Trader Joe's and set it to the finest grind, which I thought was great. However, I later bought a can of Illy pre-ground for espresso (a fabulous coffee by-the-way) and learned that my public grinding was nowhere near as fine. So my espressos improved even further using a better grind. So there it is. I actually purchased mine at Bed, Bath & Beyond as a 20% off coupon brought the price down to equal the generally better Amazon prices, but also allowed me an easy, walk-in no questions asked return policy if I wasn't happy. I hope this helps people. I felt I owed a review as thanks to all those whose reviews I leaned on. My final thought is that once you get hooked on making your own espressos, even with a good machine like the DeLonghi, you do start to see the value in the really expensive machines that are fully automatic and even grind the beans like my friends $700 gizmo. But for the regular guy who doesn't mind a little manual labor and doesn't have $700 to drop, I highly recommend this machine. UPDATE: 7/1/19 Yes, it’s been 9-years since my initial review (I’ve been amazed and thankful for all the comments that my initial review was helpful). Thought I’d let you know that my DeLonghi EC702 continues to perform incredibly well. Interestingly (maybe) about four years ago we moved across the country. The espresso machine was safely packed, made the move and.... never unpacked until a couple weeks ago. We had purchased a surprisingly good Ninja drip coffee maker which became our go-to machine along with a wonderful French Press (or as I call it “mainlining caffeine”). Additionally, my office has an actual coffee bar and full-time barista who makes a full range of fantastic (free) coffee drinks any time of day (yes, very spoiled). So with all of that, and limited counter space, the DeLonghi sat quietly in a dark box. Recently, however, my wife asked about it and I decided to find it and see how it worked. To be honest, I was prepared for the worst. I mean how long can a machine sit idle and not be affected? First thing I did was to give every part a very good clean and most importantly, descaling (I used the DeLonghi descaling fluid). I also had to order a new 2-cup filter cup which had been lost in the move. $17 from DeLonghi (via Amazon) which arrived in less than 24 hours. The machine immediately came to life when powered up. I ran a six full containers of filtered water through the machine (without coffee) to make sure I got out all sediment. I then ran four throwaway cups of coffee to help “flavor” all pieces I had cleaned. Finally, it was time to test with a real cup of espresso and the DeLonghi passed with flying colors. My wife commented how great the froth came out, which was true. And, after a few runs at remembering how best to use the steamer, we were soon enjoying home made espresso and lattes again. I think our Ninja is now jealous. All the above to say that our 9-year old machine, which sat unused for almost five years, still works amazingly well. My friend who said someday I would bump up to the $700+ machines remains wrong. This machine continues to serve us well. I will reiterate what I said way back in my first review, that for under $200, this was a great espresso machine. Is it flawless... no. The steamer does a good but not perfect job (make sure you have the right depth cup), but I never expected coffee shop level foam. I read through some of the poorer reviews and while I can’t discount the experience of others, I would suggest that those unhappy with the taste of their espresso might look at two things: 1) the actual type of coffee you are using, and 2) how you prepare it. Every coffee brand and bean is different. How some coffee tastes may be affected by the brewing process. Even I find my favorite coffee beans taste different prepared in our Nina drip than our espresso machine. So experiment. And, with any espresso machine, how long you “brew” makes a huge difference. As I said to my wife, espresso is not the same as a cup of coffee. You can’t make a giant cup of joe from a small espresso filter. Espresso is meant to be smaller portioned. You can actually see the color change as it drips into you cup. When it turns from that rich dark brown to a light color, turn it off! At that point you are only watering down the espresso. I suggest brewing into an actual espresso size cup. That way, you get the correct strength and taste. And make sure you use a very fine ground and tamp it down well. That a kitchen appliance could sit unused for so long and fire right back up delivering great coffee was an unexpected surprise in a day when I feel like so many items have built in obsolescence. I guessing you can no longer buy this particular model new and that it has been updated or replaced. If that is the case, I hope DeLonghi has maintained the quality of the EC702. And, I hope that all of you who purchased this model, in part based on my review, have been happy. Time for another cup!

Great inexpensive machine

Wife spends way less at Starbucks. Paid for itself in like a month, makes a good drink. It's loud, but so is my wife.

Noobs and above average users.

I love this machine. It is simple to use, and easy to clean. This espresso machine is beautiful. I love the cup shelf as it holds everything you need for espresso making. It is a decent machine for the money. It isnt by any means a professional machine, but for the price it is perfect. You can make good quality espresso drinks. One thing to note though is that this has a pressurized portafilter which could turn off people that love the customization aspect as this is a semi automatic machine. There are ways to make the portafilter a depressurized one, but it takes a tiny bit of tinkering which is worth it to me. All in all the machine is perfect for making drinks at home without changing anything. If you want professional you are going to have to pay more. There is a good bit of customization allowed with this machine for what it is. I am very satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone that is looking in this price range. One last thing is you will have to kind of know how to pull a good shot of espresso if you want it to taste as good as you can get this espresso to taste from this machine. Grind, tamp, dose are a factor for max taste. For beginners, probably wont worry about this, but if you want to use good beans, and have a burr grinder, and a food scale, then this machine will get you to where you want to go. It works for noobs, and above avg users. If you want to modify it a little bit, you can make awesome espresso. I spent the money to buy a la pavoni 51mm filter basket(double shot basket), and flattened the top of the basket out, and it fits inside this porta filter handle without messing with anything else. This and the right grind, tamp, and dose makes for an amazing espresso shot. Honestly this is they way to go for budget espresso that tastes awesome. Or you could spend 500-1000 dollars and get a better machine. (Keep in mind you still need food scale, burr grinder, fresh beans, and knowledge of espresso making) Two thumbs up for this machine.

Speedy little machine that gives great results

Our cheap little Mr. Coffee espresso machine broke (which was fine by me, given how long it took to steam milk and how bad the espresso was), so we decided to upgrade. Some internet reviewers nearly convinced me that unless I spent three times this much, I would get nothing decent. Wrong! I used to own a coffee shop with a $5k espresso machine, and this one produces just about as good a result. The crema is nice. When I steam the milk in a ceramic mug, the foam is perfect. It heats quickly, and the water tank lasts quite a while. There are a few steps to cleaning after each use, but this one is easy to clean. We're happy, but then again, we may use it only a few times a week. But when we do, we're happy with the results of the EC702 for the money we paid.

Easy to use, makes great coffee, nice steamer

After working in a place which had a professional espresso machine/steamer and using it every day to make coffee I had very high expectations. I did a lot of research and picked this machine mostly based on the reviews. I was not dissapointed. I use this every morning to make my coffee and love how easy it is to use. I turn it on before I get in the shower and when I'm out it is warmed up and ready. Pulls nice shots once you get used to how much to tamp. In regards to the espresso part of the machine my only critique is I don't like how lose the filter cups are in the portafilter, this makes it hard to bang the portafilter against things to remove used grounds. Otherwise very happy with it. The steamer takes some getting used to, not as long as a professional steamer but much longer than other at home espresso machines. With some practice it's easy to steam milk well enough to do some latte art. Pros: Easy to use, quick to heat up, good steaming system, removable bottom tray for larger mugs, very nice design (looks great on the counter) Cons: Smaller water tank (I refill every other day or so, but this is very minor in my opinion), hard to remove grounds from portafilter.

Please Understand how to work the machine

here's a few steps I took before my initial low review I wanted to put for this product: (you'll understand why I went 5 stars as you read-on) First, get yourself a mid to high quality bur grinder. I cannot stress this enough. The quality of your coffee grinds will greatly improve the quality of espresso pulls. Secondly, look up some proper videos on how to pull a good espresso shot and practice perfecting it. These steps helped me out when using this product. it'll save you money in the long run than giving a poor review then deciding to purchase a higher quality machine for 800 dollars only to find out you're getting the same exact espresso. its all about the grinds and how to properly pull a shot. this machine will do fantastic shots with a high quality grinder and some finesse. Don't judge it solely on price value. Again, its an amazing machine that will save you lots of money in the long run. I highly recommend the Delonghi EC702!

LOVE This Espresso Maker! Plus Great Customer Service.

The PROS : This makes an AWESOME espresso with a beautiful crema. I got that on the very first cup I made on this machine. It's also a nice looking addition to my "coffee bar" I do have the machine sitting a bit forward on the counter for the photo, it still can be pushed to go back to 6 more inches. so that leaves me with a good amount of working space in front of the machine. So the space it takes up isn't a lot. (12" WIDE X 9" DEEP X 13" Tall ) I was also impressed on the froth being so easy to make. First try and perfect foam. Be sure to give the machine time to heat up as I noticed that if you do not your coffee can come out weak. (Still good but not perfect). The cup warmer works great. My home is on the cooler side so this is helpful. I do use the empty filter holder to put hot water in my cup before making my espresso. This makes for an extra hot cup... You can use the froth side/wand to do the same thing. Adjust your grounds for this machine. Every coffee maker is different on the way it brews. Practice with it, believe me your waste will be cheaper than a bad cup of espresso at Starbucks and I have had many of those there.. yuck! The water tank holds a good amount of water … 40 ounces or 5 cups of water (depending on how you read your measurements I put both here) to the MAX line. The water tank is a close/tight fit... Put the tank in slowly then at the last part of getting it in the slot, maybe the last One & 1/2 inches... lift up the end of the tank slightly from the bottom and it will slide close. Don't try and force it , If you try to push it in straight ...it will not go in. So take your time to insert the tank slowly. You can fill it with water with a pitcher after you insert it and keep it filled that way so as not to have to deal with the tank on every refill. I think they made this water tank a tad too tight for the opening. THE CONS:1. It's not all stainless steel but what is anymore... the necessary parts are stainless steel. 2. The froth wand is not totally stainless steel, the part where the water /steam comes out is... but the frothing part is plastic. Both items I mentioned is hardly a negative. What I like the most is the fact that I can get an easy and fast and Excellent tasting espresso with so little effort. I do hope this machine lasts a few years!

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