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De'Longhi Magnifica Evo or De'Longhi Magnifica Start?

What actually differs between the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo and the De'Longhi Magnifica Start, and what that means for who you are.

What differs

  • The Magnifica Start is €48.01 cheaper.
  • Both are the same kind of machine, a bean-to-cup, 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 carafe that clips onto the machine.
  • Cleaning the milk system is the same on both: A rinse with the clean button after every milk drink, and after the last one the carafe apart and into the dishwasher. With milk in it, 2 days in the fridge at most.
  • The Magnifica Evo has 3 more recipes on the menu.

Specifications side by side

De'Longhi Magnifica EvoDe'Longhi Magnifica Start
TypeBean-to-cupBean-to-cup
GrinderBuilt inBuilt in
Milk systemMilk carafe that clips onto the machineMilk carafe that clips onto the machine
Drinks7 recipes4 recipes
Water tank1.8 litres1.8 litres
Bean hopper250 g250 g
Grounds container14 servings14 servings
Width24 cm24 cm
Depth x height44 x 36 cm44 x 35 cm
Weight10.16 kgNot stated
Cord length125 cm125 cm
Pump pressure15 bar15 bar
Power1450 watt1450 watt
Standby power0.22 wattNot stated
Warranty2 yearsNot stated
Made inRomaniaRomania
Model numberECAM290.81.TBECAM220.60.B

Who for

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo

Anyone who wants Magnifica reliability without frothing by hand.

De'Longhi Magnifica Start

Anyone who wants cappuccino from a bean-to-cup without paying for a big menu.

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