De'Longhi Magnifica S vs De'Longhi La Specialista Touch
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Quick take: The De'Longhi La Specialista Touch costs $100 less; the De'Longhi La Specialista Touch heats up faster (40 seconds).
| Spec | De'Longhi Magnifica S | De'Longhi La Specialista Touch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $900 | $800 |
| Rating | 4.3★ (7,800) | 4.3★ (203) |
| Type | Super-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 60 oz | 57 oz |
| Warm-up time | 45 seconds | 40 seconds |
| Steam wand | Panarello | Automatic (manual mode) |
| Basket type | — | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Beginners | Milk Drinks |
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 17.1 x 13.8 in | 12.6 x 14.4 x 15.7 in |
| Weight | 20.4 lbs | 23 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
De'Longhi Magnifica S
- ✓Easy one-touch operation
- ✓Built-in grinder
- ✓Compact for a super-auto
- ✓Good value
- ✗Basic milk frother
- ✗Not true barista-quality espresso
- ✗Plastic build
- ✗Limited customization
De'Longhi La Specialista Touch
- ✓Touchscreen walks you through grind, dose, brew, and froth
- ✓Auto wand textures dairy and plant milks with 5 foam levels
- ✓15 grind settings - nearly double the Arte Evo's range
- ✓Cold brew and iced drink presets built into the recipes
- ✗Steep price jump over the Arte Evo for the guidance layer
- ✗Single thermoblock slows back-to-back milk drinks
- ✗51mm portafilter limits third-party accessories
- ✗Automation can stall progress on manual technique