De'Longhi Eletta Explore vs Jura ENA 4
Quick take: The Jura ENA 4 costs $1 less; the De'Longhi Eletta Explore heats up faster (45 seconds).
| Spec | De'Longhi Eletta Explore | Jura ENA 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,200 | $1,199 |
| Rating | 4.2★ (1,200) | 4.3★ (150) |
| Type | Super-Automatic | Super-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 19 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 60 oz | 37 oz |
| Warm-up time | 45 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Steam wand | Auto (LatteCrema Hot & Cool) | — |
| Basket type | — | — |
| Best for | Milk Drinks | Black Coffee Purists |
| Dimensions | 10.3 x 17.5 x 15.1 in | 10.7 x 17.5 x 12.7 in |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs | 19 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
De'Longhi Eletta Explore
- ✓Only mainstream super-auto with real cold-brew extraction and cold milk foam
- ✓LatteCrema carafes texture milk hot or cold and self-clean between drinks
- ✓Bean Adapt app tuning dials grind, dose, and temperature to your beans
- ✓50+ recipes with user profiles cover the whole household
- ✗Very deep 17.5-inch footprint hogs counter space vs the Magnifica line
- ✗Plastic-heavy construction feels underwhelming at this price
- ✗Espresso runs slightly cool and mild for purists without Bean Adapt tweaking
- ✗Frequent auto-rinse cycles drain the tank and fill the drip tray fast
Jura ENA 4
- ✓Espresso quality rare at this price thanks to Pulse Extraction Process
- ✓Tiny footprint fits under cabinets and in small kitchens
- ✓Dead-simple four-button panel with nothing to configure
- ✓Automatic rinse cycles keep daily maintenance near zero
- ✗No milk system at all - espresso and coffee only
- ✗Small 37 oz tank and 4.4 oz hopper need frequent refills
- ✗Costs as much as milk-capable competitors like the ENA 8
- ✗Locked into Jura Claris filters and cleaning tablets