De'Longhi Magnifica Evo LatteCrema vs De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo
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Quick take: The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo costs $50 less; the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo heats up faster (40 seconds).
| Spec | De'Longhi Magnifica Evo LatteCrema | De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $750 | $700 |
| Rating | 4.3★ (1,400) | 4.2★ (886) |
| Type | Super-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 60 oz | 56 oz |
| Warm-up time | 45 seconds | 40 seconds |
| Steam wand | Auto (LatteCrema) | Manual |
| Basket type | — | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Milk Drinks | Beginners |
| Dimensions | 9.45 x 17.32 x 14.17 in | 11.2 x 14.4 x 15.9 in |
| Weight | 26.3 lbs | 20.5 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
De'Longhi Magnifica Evo LatteCrema
- ✓Cheapest De'Longhi with the full LatteCrema system
- ✓Carafe self-cleans and stores in the fridge
- ✓One-touch lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos
- ✓Over-ice recipe for cold drinks
- ✗Icon panel less intuitive than a touchscreen
- ✗No user profiles
- ✗Milk carafe adds cleaning parts
- ✗Grinder is loud
De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo
- ✓True cold brew in under 5 minutes - rare at any price
- ✓Ships with single-wall baskets that build real technique
- ✓Compact footprint for a machine with a built-in grinder
- ✓Dosing guide and tamping mat lower the learning curve
- ✗Thermoblock steam power trails dual-heating siblings
- ✗Only 8 grind settings limits precise dialing-in
- ✗Manual tamping, unlike the Opera and Maestro's smart station
- ✗Controls feel busy until the icons become familiar