De'Longhi Scultura Traditional Barista Pump Espresso Machine, Coffee and Cappuccino Maker, ECZ351BG, Champagne

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It’s also a good-looking device, with a sleek yet traditional look that will slot perfectly into most kitchens. The steam wand produces beautifully silky lattes and cappuccinos, so we recommend this machine to lovers of milkier coffees. Cup Warmer The side mounted steam arm also, this makes for a much easier milk frothing process. You can manoeuvre the jug without coming close to the hot parts of the machine. This allows for greater ease of movement and improved safety from burns.

Both these machines have the option, so you can choose just how easy you want your morning drink to be. Both Are Smaller Machines While it doesn’t make the perfect espresso, the Scultura provides an easy fix for cappuccino or latte lovers. And you can improve the espresso with these handy tips. In conclusion, all you really need to know is that the price is right and the Scultura makes exceptional coffee. There are only 3 buttons and one of those is an on/off button so you really only need to use two buttons to get a decent cup of coffee. It doesn’t really get any simpler than that so maximum score for ease of use Quality of coffee 10/10

It’s all about the beans! The 15 bar pump will deliver the goods but it won’t taste very good if you don’t use good quality coffee. If you’re a beginner coffee maker on the hunt for your first espresso machine, the De’Longhi Scultura ECZ351 might be the end to your search. It can also happen when you’re not giving your coffee grounds a good enough tamp, so make sure you’re firm with it. Dripping From Spout The Scultura can be used with standard tea bags, effectively replacing the need for a kettle in the kitchen. Small conveniences like the cup warmer (to pre-heat your cup), a larger drip tray, and speedy milk frothing make this machine hard to look past as a cost-effective beginner’s machine.

It helps that you can use ESE pods or ground coffee which means you have two options – easy or easier. But this machine isn’t for everyone – here are some of the cons to consider before coughing up the cash. Our De’Longhi Scultura Review found the machine was better for beginner at-home coffee makers. Inconsistent Espresso

Despite the fairly basic functionality, this coffee machine does have a 15 bar pump which is the same pump you will find in a lot of Delonghi’s more expensive machines so it will deliver a good cup of coffee. Ease of use 10/10 This coffee machine is an average size measuring in at 30.5cm wide, 24.2cm deep and 38.2cm tall. Functionality 7/10

Coffee, on/off, and milk steaming – those are the only buttons you’ll need to press for good coffee. The top of the machine acts as a cup warmer to ensure the chosen vessel is at a suitable temperature.A steam arm is fitted for frothing milk and the temperature of both the water dispense and steam. This can be set at the touch of a button. The portafilter which holds the coffee comes with 3 different inserts. One for a double shot, one for a single and another really shallow one which at first glance looks like it is not good for anything as you would get hardly any ground coffee in there. With a 1.4 litre water tank, you are able to brew anything up to 16 cups before any filling is required. This tank is removable to make for easy filling. Lukewarm drinks are a surefire way to spoil good coffee, and this coffee machine’s warmer means this doesn’t have to happen.