De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Next vs De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo

Quick take: The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo costs $100 less; the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo heats up faster (40 seconds).

SpecDe'Longhi Magnifica Evo NextDe'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo
Price$800$700
Rating4.3★ (250)4.2★ (886)
TypeSuper-AutomaticSemi-Automatic
BoilerThermoblockThermoblock
Built-in grinderYesYes
Pump pressure15 bar15 bar
Water capacity60 oz56 oz
Warm-up time45 seconds40 seconds
Steam wandAuto (LatteCrema)Manual
Basket typeUnpressurized
Best forLatest FeaturesBeginners
Dimensions9.5 x 17.5 x 14 in11.2 x 14.4 x 15.9 in
Weight20.8 lbs20.5 lbs
Warranty2 years2 years

Pros & cons

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Next

  • Newest Magnifica with guided color display
  • Cool-brewing function for iced coffee
  • 3 profiles remember personalized drinks
  • Front-loading water tank and grounds bin
  • Small 9.5 oz milk carafe needs frequent refills
  • Steep list price before rebates
  • Fewer reviews as a newer model
  • Screen is menu-driven, not touch

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