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De'Longhi La Specialista Arte or SMEG EGF03?

What actually differs between the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte and the SMEG EGF03, and what that means for who you are.

What differs

  • The La Specialista Arte is €205.00 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 ArteSMEG EGF03
TypePortafilterPortafilter
GrinderBuilt inBuilt in
Milk systemSteam wand you control yourselfSteam wand you control yourself
PortafilterNot stated58 mm
BurrsNot statedConical steel burrs
Grind settings15Not stated
Water tank1.7 litres2.4 litres
Bean hopper250 g250 g
Width28.5 cm33.4 cm
Depth x height36.5 x 40 cm43 x 44.3 cm
Weight9.76 kg12.75 kg
Cord lengthNot stated100 cm
Pump pressure15 barNot stated
Power1400 watt1650 watt
HeatingThermoblockThermoblock
MaterialNot statedDie-cast aluminium
Warranty2 years2 years
Made inChinaNot stated
Model numberEC9155.MBEGF03BLEU

Who for

De'Longhi La Specialista Arte

Anyone who wants a grinder in the machine without jumping to the Evo or the Sage.

SMEG EGF03

Anyone who wants to learn to pull espresso, with the grinder in the machine, in a distinctive design.

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