Discount De'Longhi ECP3420 Bar Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine, 15", Black

Discount De'Longhi ECP3420 Bar Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine, 15", Black 

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Katie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great taste, easy to use. Here are my tips (after 4 years of use)
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2017
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
**** UPDATE AFTER 4 YEARS OF USE****
Well it's May 2020 now, and I purchased this machine back in 2016. It has now been through 2 apartment moves, and STILL works like a dream... but recently it developed an inconsistent leak. I've woken up twice now to it having leaked on the countertop overnight. Not too much, and it hasn't done it every night. But still enough to be worried I'll someday have to replace it. For $100 or so dollars though, and especially after being used almost every single day for 4 years, this machine has STILL been one of the best and most reliable things I have ever purchased in my life.
I still have to get my coffee beans ground at 1 notch more corse than espresso, however I've had a trusty coffee/spice grinder that gets a perfect grind every time (and its also cheap and over 8 years old).
I'm pretty sure my last move (across 3 states) was the reason it has now started to leak, and I'm sad that I will one day have to part with it... but I'm writing this review because I truly just can't recommend this product enough. I have not been paid or given anything to write this or any reviews, I just want the amazon world to know it's a great machine for the price.
Happy coffee making, espresso drinkers out there!
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I never write reviews for anything I purchase on Amazon (yet I read reviews for everything I purchase), and I'm so glad I chose this machine when looking for a new espresso maker. Personally, I am really hands on with my coffee in the mornings. I am not a "push a button and go" kinda girl, so if you are looking for that, maybe look elsewhere? This machine can be a bit finicky at times.

It's so easy to use, and relatively mess free. It is a bit loud, but that doesn't bother me. It works like a breeze, and produces consistently great pours with beautiful crema markings. The milk frother works wonderfully with any type of milk (I only use almond or coconut milk). Being a barista years back I learned some milks are really hard to get a nice velvety foam, and this machine does just that with almond milk! It's not latte art quality, but juuuuust close enough that it could be.

Here's my advice after owning this machine for a few months now...

1. Start off with some Illy ground espresso in the can (like a previous reviewer had mentioned) so that you can have good tasting espresso while you get used to how your machine works. Tamp your espresso lightly!! Don't cram it in there or it will ruin the flow!
2. Once you get used to how the Illy grounds work with your machine, then you can move on to local coffee shop beans. The reason being that the coffee grounds have more oils in them and are ground a bit more fine so it doesn't come out in a flow, but more of a drip. I typically put my cup right where the drip comes out, and it flows evenly for a perfect crema. Ask your barista for their particular choice in espresso beans when you go to your local roaster. I prefer Peet's Coffee or Philz Coffee's Aromatic Arabic, but make sure you ask them to grind 1 step more coarse then the typical espresso grind to make it a little easier on yourself..
3. Always wipe your machine after use. I know I can be busy at times and forget to take out the tamp and empty the used espresso out, but try to always wipe the milk frother after use, and wipe down your machine. It comes apart easily so you can really get in there. At least 3 days I do a full rinse of the machine. I know I should do it after every single use, but I have had no problems thus far.
4. Last but not least, make sure you get a ***small*** milk pitcher and tamp (I bought mine from the seller New Star Foodservice since it was priced right and well made). I know you get a 2 in 1 scoop and tamp with this machine, but look for something slightly heavy and stainless steel.
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Julie
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use. Makes a great espresso! Definitely worth the price!
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
I don’t have any dislikes!
It’s a great machine, high quality and makes a damn good espresso!
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Cathy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars High quality
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
This expresso machine has surpassed my quality expectations by far, the water tank is extremely accessible, the accessories have a built in spot for them and the milk throfer works extremely well. The handle has little metal bits to hold the cups in place so while you are dumping your grinds, it doesn't fall in the trash!

My previous machine was more of a utilitarian style get the job done kind of machine. It was a coffee gator. It had an automatic shut off but it actually was dispensing the wrong amount of water every time... Leaving me with more of an Americano. Which was alright, but this machine....

Although I do have to measure to make sure I shut it off at the right time, has left me with the best tasting expresso.
I am so sad I wasted high quality beans on my old machine and am excited to use better beans with my good machine.
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Tonja Drecker
5.0 out of 5 stars Loving it!
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2022
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
With coffee prices going up, I decided it was time to make them myself and definitely wanted a milk-steamer...and that without paying a ton of money. I did do some research and decided on this machine. It is amazing!
It comes with 3 different filters for the coffee: one cup, two cups, and one for a pod. I use the 2 cups usually since I love my mugs and one is a little to little. There is also a plastic scoop with a 'stomper' on the other end, which works fine.
The machine has a fairly long cord, which I was happy to see. The water container is easy to put in and remove (just a light push to make sure it's in) and holds enough water for more than a couple of cups. The front of the machine can fit either small expresso cups, or the platform can be removed to fit larger mugs. Even after the main platform is removed, the one below has a small, metal try to make cleaning up extra drips very easy. All of this is simple to clean and wipe through.
The coffee wand slides into place and is snugly twisted to the right. It is tight and works well. To use, I turn the knob to on, wait for the green light to shine, and then turn to the coffee cup signal. When the light goes off, it's done...I turn it back to on, wait for the green light to shine again, and then, switch the knob to the milk steamer.
The steamer wand can be turned to get the right angle for the milk steaming jug (which is not included). To steam, another little lever is twisted, which is right above the wand. It steams the milk nicely and leaves a lovely foam (my favorite part). To clean, the nozzle is twisted a 1/4 turn to the left and pulled off, The rubber nozzle below is easily popped off and rinsed out.
The coffee cups out wonderfully, hot, and has a nice flavor (this, obviously, depends on your bean type, though). I use a slightly harsher grind than expresso, since I find this works better. Also, it's important not to push the grounds into place with force, but rather give them a light tap with the stomper.
I think the key to having wonderful coffee is making sure to clean and rinse everything after every use, which doesn't take but a minute.
My son loves it since he gets whatever coffee he desires in less that 3-4 mins (with milk, heat-up time, and clean-up). He claims it's the best purchase of a machine in the kitchen we've ever made.
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T. Gross
5.0 out of 5 stars I'd buy this a third time, in seven more years.
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
This is a high quality simple to operate espresso machine. It produces the pressure and heat you need with no fiddling. The portafilter is a bit odd, but works flawlessly and almost always produces a nice crema.
In addition it is durable. I bought one eight years ago and only in the last few months did I notice a problem with a little leakage from the inside. So I bought a new one and once again am a very happy camper. In these days of cheap manufacturing it was pleasure to wear out a device that served me perfectly with three cups a day for 7 years. Lets see, that's 7*365*3= 7665 cups. Less than 1 cent per cup. Well worth it!!!!
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars This one is better than old expensive machine
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
Front dial has icons for steam, off, on and brew. On and Ready lights on front as well. Warming surface on top is a bonus. The pod/coffee handle a bit hard to turn. Simple straightforward machine at an great price.
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Popeye
5.0 out of 5 stars Best value coffee machine for your favorite coffee drinks
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
This little machine makes our favorite "coffee shop quality" drinks for a tenth the cost of our German-Italian made "prosumer" coffee machine. If you want a machine that is easy to use, maintain and easier on the wallet go for a De'Longhi 3 series machine. This company has made great machines for decades; our old one lasted 12 years!

Our only complaint: We ordered model ECP3420, but received a ECP3620 which appears to be identical to model ECP3630 that sells for $37 less. I would recommend the ECP3630 - guessing its the most recent model with a lower price point. Also, buy a knock box for easy emptying the filter basket and a 51mm tamper. Overall we are very happy with this machine.
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jon
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this, it is my second one.
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
We fell in love with espresso when traveling in other countries and had to have it at home. Love, Love my machine and it makes great milk foamed milk.
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Spyk777
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
My wife and I love our espresso. We purchased this machine in December of 2022 after some research. This machine is, without reservation, the best espresso machine we have found. We have even bought the espresso maker sold by that really big, overrated coffee company and it didn’t last a year. We are now about 14 months of use nearly everyday, seriously, everyday. We go out for about twice a month to an amazing local coffee shop and they make us a wonderful espresso, but no better than what we have at home. The two shot pull makes a perfect shot for a demitasse. The milk steamer creates a hot and foamy deliciousness. This espresso machine is well made and makes a consistent coffee. I clean it thoroughly after each use and it looks almost exactly like it did out of the box.
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Regular Guy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great expresso machine for the money
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024
Color: Black/Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
I spent a lot of time looking for an expresso machine and after watching some videos on youtube, this one came up as a great option - it does everything you need, just swap out the pressurized portafilter for a 'bottomless' one, and use the money you saved on a better grinder instead. I bought this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CSVZCVCT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and got the Baratza Encore ESP grinder. The portafilter and a decent grinder make all the difference in the world in terms of your expresso. It does take a few seconds to heat up, and the temp isn't as hot as I'd like, but the next better unit is probably at the $300 price point or higher, and a better grinder is the right place to spend the extra money. I didn't think my family would use his machine, but my two college age girls use it several times a day and it is easy enough for them vs paying at the local Astrobucks. Good machine and I would buy it again.