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De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo or Sage Barista Express Impress?

What actually differs between the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo and the Sage Barista Express Impress, and what that means for who you are.

What differs

  • The La Specialista Arte Evo is €157.00 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 EvoSage Barista Express Impress
TypePortafilterPortafilter
GrinderBuilt inBuilt in
Milk systemSteam wand you control yourselfSteam wand you control yourself
PortafilterNot stated54 mm
BurrsNot statedConical steel burrs
Grind settings1525
Water tank1.7 litres2 litres
Bean hopper250 g250 g
Width28.5 cm33 cm
Depth x height36.5 x 40 cm38 x 41 cm
Weight11.7 kgNot stated
Pump pressure15 bar15 bar
PowerNot stated1560–1850 watt
HeatingThermoblockThermocoil
MaterialNot statedStainless steel
Warranty2 years2 years
Made inChinaNot stated
Model numberEC9255.MSES876BSS

Who for

De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo

Anyone who wants a Barista Express but is watching the price.

Sage Barista Express Impress

Anyone who wants the Express but does not want to learn to tamp.

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