De'Longhi Eletta, Fully Automatic Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, Cappuccino and Espresso Maker, ECAM 44.660.B, 2 liters, Black

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With that said, if you just want to drink espresso then a cheaper option may provide better value. There’s also the ECAM 23.460 which has fewer features, but makes automatic cappuccino. What do Buyers Say? Cleaning is easier than ever before with the De’Longhi Eletta’s built-in cleaning programs. From the console, you can run decalcification and rinsing programs to remove mineral buildup from water and calcium buildup from milk. This will ensure that everything runs smoothly for years to come. You can also remove the brewing apparatus for deep cleaning purposes, but you shouldn’t have to do this too often. There are two auto-programmes for cleaning: decalcification and rinsing. The automatic rinsing routine rinses both the coffee dispensers and the hot water spout. The decalcification program helps to remove limescale, which is especially important for areas with hard water. The De’Longhi Eletta is a bean to cup coffee machine that is designed to make great tasting, fresh coffee at the touch of a button – but does it deliver?

While the foam is excellent and far more consistent than a manual frother, it doesn’t quite match up to a professional barista. As it’s a cappuccino maker, the Eletta has an automatic function for creating creamy milk for both cappuccinos and lattes. The milk container is detachable, so it can be removed and put straight into the fridge for next time. All of this is selected via the user display on the top of the machine. From here you can select what drink you would like, select the grind size, choose how you would like your milk and adjust the length of your shots. It is a really simple and intuitive menu, so it shouldn’t take too long at all to master. Adjustable Water Quantity, Adjustable Coffee Temperature, Adjustable Coffee Quantity, Adjustable Water HardnessIf however you are really fussy on this part, then there are plenty of semi-automatic machines, which allow you to manually handle this part. Read the troubleshooting section of the product manual as it may be a common problem that can be easily resolved.

The grinder in question here is a burr conical grinder – these are the best grinders, much better than the metal blade ones which ‘chop’ the beans. A burr grinder will crush the beans, meaning you get a more even grind. It is also adjustable so you can select a different grind size for different drinks and for different types of bean. This can be fun to experiment with. When it comes to producing the drinks, the Eletta has the LatteCrema System. This is a special way to make the milk that will accompany many of the drinks it makes. Basically, it is specially designed to create the perfect creamy milk for your drinks, whichever one you select. With Ecam44 660 b you have a range of customisation options when it comes to making your coffee. All of which help with producing a quality shot of espresso. The removable parts including the drip tray, water tank, and bean hopper will need a soak with soap and hot water, I do this weekly, but it is really dependent on how much you use the machine. Choose from short, medium or long, try a strong or extra mild aroma, enjoy it piping hot, at medium or low temperature.

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The Delonghi Eletta ECAM44.660.B produces excellent espresso from beans. It has the smooth texture and full aroma that indicate a really good coffee. Other Coffee Taste You can also adjust the strength of your coffee by pressing the ‘Bean’ button and then pressing the arrows to either increase or decrease the size of your dose – obviously the higher the dose, the stronger the coffee. You may have different preferences on size of grain and size of the dose depending on which coffee you are using – some mild coffees may benefit from a larger dose than some more bitter tasting coffees. The fun here is in the experimentation. It’s a little more fiddly to clean the milk container, although once you’ve done it a few times it becomes second nature. You first need to choose the “Insert” setting, then remove the container and the plastic tube. This can be washed using washing up liquid. There are several other parts that also need to be removed and cleaned. Other Features Automatic Cleaning Programme, Automatic Limescale Removal Programme, Milk System Cleaning, Removable Brewing Unit, Change Filter Indicator, Water Filter

The first handy thing you will notice is the milk carafe is removable, allowing you to store it in the fridge when not in use. No one wants to start the day with an off tasting coffee first thing in the morning. Beans are loaded into the top of the machine. Ground coffee can also be used by adding it to a small separate compartment – just make sure you select the “ground coffee” option before starting the machine. It has several pre-programmed settings for lattes and traditional cappuccinos, but the real magic is that it allows you to program in customized settings to make your own personalized drinks. This machine even has a milk carafe, which definitely comes in handy when you’re making multiple drinks and removes the hassle of having to use a manual steaming arm. You also have full control over how long your coffee is as well as the strength of the coffee from extra mild to extra strong. The machine provides greater control over the coarseness of your beverage thanks to the 13 settings on the grinder. There is even an option to brew ground coffee when you wish to make decaf or run out of beans. With the 2 L water tank, the machine makes sufficient cups of coffee for a medium-sized family on one fill. You can also choose various froth settings or save power with an energy saving mode. If you have a flexible budget, De'Longhi ECAM 44.660.B is among the best bean-to-cup coffee makers currently on the market. De'Longhi Coffee Makers & AlternativesThen it will be time for a step by step walkthrough of what it is like to use the De’Longhi Eletta – to give you a clear picture of what to expect if you were to buy one, and then the crucial taste test – does it really make great coffee? We will then deliver our final verdict and suggest who this machine might be suitable for. While we’re talking about cleaning – the milk carafe isn’t the only thing that can be removed from the unit. The drip tray, the coffee ground container and the milk feeding tube are all completely removable, so you can give them all a thorough clean as and when you need to. On top of that, the machine is fitted with automatic cleaning, rinsing and descaling programmes – this is designed to ensure the upkeep is as simple as possible and the machine is always running at full capacity. Let’s start with the aesthetics – an important but often overlooked aspect of a coffee machine. This is going to be a permanent fixture in your kitchen, so it needs to look good. Personalising your coffee has never been easier. Choose from short, medium or long; from extra mild to extra strong, enjoy it piping hot, medium or at a lower temperature.

Well the Ecam 44 660 b is really easy to clean. For starters it has 2 easy cleaning programs. 1 gives it a full rinse through, which is great for maintaining the dispensers and piping, and the 2nd auto clean program is a descaling function as you get with any bean to cup coffee machine. And with the custom options available you can also produce coffee and milk, espresso macchiato or any other type of coffee you can think of?Delivery of oversized Products such as American Fridge Freezers to our customers in Northern Ireland may incur an additional charge for door removal and re-fitting. Please note, this right to return shall not extend to Products which are sealed for health protection or hygiene purposes such as headphones or wireless ear buds, or Products which have been made to your specification and personalised as directed by you. Let’s take a few minutes to look at some of the best overall features of this machine, though. Fresh-Ground Beans, Every Day De’Longhi is one of the most well-known companies in the realm of high-quality espresso makers, and for good reason- they know how to make a great coffee maker, and the Eletta is no exception. While some of the cleaning is done automatically, there is still some manual maintenance required. Both the coffee bin and drip tray can be removed for easy cleaning. The head also needs to be cleaned with a brush (which is supplied), and the grinder should also be given some attention.