De'Longhi Eletta Explore vs Jura ENA 8
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Quick take: The Jura ENA 8 costs $1 less; the De'Longhi Eletta Explore heats up faster (45 seconds).
| Spec | De'Longhi Eletta Explore | Jura ENA 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,000 | $1,999 |
| Rating | 4.2★ (1,200) | 4.5★ (280) |
| 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) | Auto |
| Basket type | — | — |
| Best for | Milk Drinks | Milk Drinks |
| Dimensions | 10.3 x 17.5 x 15.1 in | 10.7 x 17.5 x 12.7 in |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs | 21 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 8
- ✓Full one-touch cappuccinos and lattes from a machine barely wider than a toaster
- ✓2024 redesign added a touchscreen and five more drinks over the old dial model
- ✓Professional Aroma Grinder and P.E.P. extraction match Jura's bigger machines
- ✓Striking design with the crystal diamond water tank looks great on a counter
- ✗Small 37 oz tank and 4.4 oz hopper mean constant refilling for households
- ✗$1,999 is close to the larger E8 which has bigger capacities
- ✗Milk hose and container setup is fiddlier than integrated milk carafes
- ✗No user-adjustable brew temperature beyond two levels