
De'Longhi Magnifica Start Automatic Espresso Machine, Milk Frother, Black
- Machine type
- Super-automatic
- Pump pressure
- 15 bar
- Power
- 1250 W
- Water tank
- 1.77 L
Review
The De'Longhi De'Longhi Magnifica Start Automatic Espresso Machine, Milk Frother, Black is a super-automatic espresso machine, with 15.0-bar pump pressure, 1250W of power, a built-in grinder. It holds a 4.1/5 rating on Amazon from 263 reviews.
Among its everyday strengths: Grinds whole beans fresh right before each cup; manual steam wand so you can practice your latte-art technique. Of the 13 reviews shown on the listing, 11 are 4-5 stars and 2 are 1-2 stars.
Pros
- Grinds whole beans fresh right before each cup
- Manual steam wand so you can practice your latte-art technique
- Generous 1.77 L water tank, fewer refills
- Programmable display/controls for one-touch brewing
- Auto shut-off helps save energy
Cons
- The advertised 15.0 bar is more marketing than real extraction pressure (~9 bar is ideal)
Editor's rating
Full specifications
Pump & heating
| Pump pressure | 15 bar |
|---|---|
| Power | 1250 W |
| Boiler type | — |
Coffee & grinding
| Machine type | Super-automatic |
|---|---|
| Built-in grinder | Yes |
| Capsule compatibility | — |
Milk & steam
| Milk frother | Manual |
|---|
Tanks
| Water tank | 1.77 L |
|---|---|
| Grounds container | — |
Design & controls
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Programmable display/controls | Yes |
| Auto shut-off | Yes |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 23x43x36 cm |
| Weight | 8.89 kg |
Other manufacturer details
| Other Special Features of the Product | 15 Bar Pressure, Adjustable Brew Strength, Auto Shut-Off, Conical Burr Grinder, PID Temperature Control |
|---|---|
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Specific Uses For Product | Americano, Cappuccino, Latte, Mocha |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Americano, Cappuccino, Iced Coffee, Latte, Mocha |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Wattage | 1250 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground, Whole Bean |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Review summary
Of the 13 reviews shown on the listing, 11 are 4-5 stars and 2 are 1-2 stars.
What Amazon buyers say
I purchased this machine after using two Jura machines (the Z6 and D6) over the past 12 years. I had grown increasingly frustrated with never getting the coffee quality I expected from them, not to mention the expensive maintenance. For me, they simply did not justify their premium price. Looking back, I honestly wonder why I didn't buy a De'Longhi in the first place. This is an entry-level machine and, quite frankly, it makes better coffee than my previous Jura machines. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles but that's exactly what I was looking for. In the morning, I make a simple black…
Bought the machine during a sale. Great value for the money under those circumstances. Not many extras. But the coffee is honestly good
We have a love, love, dislike relationship with this machine. For making good espresso and coffee on a daily basis (it’s used every day), it does the job and doesn’t complain - sort of. The goal of simplifying our morning coffee routine was mostly satisfied… The “dislike” is the fact that if the water level is low, it’ll still attempt to make a cup which leads to a half baked result. I’ve used others that will pull in the water needed before making the cup and let you know if you’re low - insuring a full cup. As a result, checking the water reservoir each morning is part of the routine now. In…
The coffee was incredible, for less than 6 months. We completely stopped picking up coffee from shops and instead preferred to make/drink it at home. Then after a week out of town at the beginning of July, it completely stopped working. I've tried all the troubleshooting steps online and nothing has fixed it, including attempting a factory reset. When I plug it in now, the control panel lights up for 1 second, then goes completely dark. If I pull open the water tray or the grounds tray, the error light for that corresponding part lights up, then when I put them back the control panel immediate…
It is noisy but who cares? It makes terrific espresso and it is customizable, so it makes the exact drink I want. Excellent


