Review of DeLonghi EAM3500 Magnifica Digital Super Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine

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(More customer reviews)I like to enjoy a capuccino every morning, but I was a bit tired of the process of griding the beans, tamping, frothing, cleaning up, etc.Also in an effort to save time, I decided to research a super autmoatic machine.I wanted a quality machine that would froth milk for me, but I was not impressed with the Jura Capresso machines because they require extensive clean up and are, in my opinion, grossly overpriced.

My previous espresso machine was a Delonghi, and I was impressed by the quality of the machine and the espresso it produced.The EAM3500's automatic frothing mechanism was its main selling point.I was a bit hesitant about the price and longevity of the machine, but decided to go for it... I am happy that I did.

The espresso is wonderful, and the fothing mechanism is great.Clean-up is, no exaggeration, takes a few seconds before the milk jug may be returned to the fridge.Frothed milk could be a bit hotter, but it's definitely tolerable.The boiler is easy to clean (unlike Jura Capressos), and the bright LCD lets you know everything that the machine requires.I have already descaled once (before I switched to distilled water), and it was a snap.

Overall, I have owned the machine for 1.5 months, and it's the best.I never cease to be amazed every morning when I wake up -- the machine is already on and warmed up, and a delicious cappucino is a push of a button and thirty seconds away.

I highly recommend this machine.The only bad experience that I had was when I tried to obtain a second water hardness testing strip.This piece of paper that comes with the machine is easy to lose, and when I called for another, Delonghi wanted to charge me $15... for a piece of paper!I decided to use distilled water (better for the machine anyway) and set the water hardness to its lowest level.

---UPDATE: 12/05/07 ---

I have to say that I am still extremely pleased with this machine.The seals for the milk jug have done bad, but Delonghi customer service has been wonderful; they have furnished new seals and a new top.

At the same time, I bought a second machine shortly after the first, and the second machine has been a nightmare.It has been "fixed" twice, and it can still be spotty for a few days (no froth or a cold espresso).

This machine must be cleaned and used with care to assure longevity.

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Product Description:
DeLonghi is proud to offer you the Magnifica. This wonderful machine will make coffee, espresso, cappuccinos, and lattes with its latest, most advanced technology for brewing authentic Italian espresso or coffee. The Magnifica has digital programmable menu settings that allow you to adjust start time, auto-shutoff, and the clock. You can adjust the temperature of the coffee and water hardness. Plus, there are five settings for coffee strength: extra-mild, mild, regular, strong, and extra-strong. Three buttons allow you to easily choose the size cup you want: ristretto (small), espresso (medium), and American coffee (large). The three settings can be customized to your preferred taste. This great machine offers a new, patented detachable automatic latte/cappuccino system that includes a 25-ounce milk container and two detachable lids, one for frothed milk for cappuccinos and the other for steamed milk for lattes. It also includes a unique automatic cleaning function that operates with the easy push of a button. Plus, the entire container is detachable so it can be placed in the refrigerator. This super-automatic machine will handle any coffee needs you may have, and with its sleek design it will compliment any kitchen decor.

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