De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo
De'Longhi's answer to the Barista Express
€466.00
View this machineDe'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo or De'Longhi La Specialista Opera?
What actually differs between the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo and the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera, and what that means for who you are.
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera
Portafilter machine with a grinder, a tamping station and cold brew
€729.00
View this machineWhat differs
- The La Specialista Arte Evo is €263.00 cheaper.
- Both are the same kind of machine, a portafilter machine, so they work the same way.
- Both have a built-in grinder, so you do not need to buy one.
- Milk works the same on both: with a steam wand you control yourself.
- Cleaning the milk system is the same on both: after every use, a short burst of steam or water and a wipe with a damp cloth.
Specifications side by side
| De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo | De'Longhi La Specialista Opera | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Portafilter | Portafilter |
| Grinder | Built in | Built in |
| Milk system | Steam wand you control yourself | Steam wand you control yourself |
| Grind settings | 15 | 15 |
| Water tank | 1.7 litres | 2 litres |
| Bean hopper | 250 g | Not stated |
| Width | 28.5 cm | 38 cm |
| Depth x height | 36.5 x 40 cm | 37 x 44.5 cm |
| Weight | 11.7 kg | 12.75 kg |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 19 bar |
| Heating | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Made in | China | China |
| Model number | EC9255.M | EC9555.M |
Who for
De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo
Anyone who wants a Barista Express but is watching the price.
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera
Anyone who wants to brew by hand with a grinder built in, without the mess of tamping separately.
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