Customer Reviews for De'Longhi - All-in-One Combination Coffee Maker & Espresso Machine, COM532M - Black
Customer Rating
5
Love the versatility!
on April 19, 2021
Posted by: Elastep
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is exactly the coffee AND espresso machine that I was looking for! My wife does not like espresso and prefers dripping coffee or tea but as for me I really love to have a good shot of espresso in the morning! This solution works perfectly for both of us, and everyone is happy. This machine is also very stylish and really shines in our kitchen! And a PRO tip: you can brew some GREAT and strong tea using the dripping half of the machine, not only coffee. My best recommendations!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have used pretty fancy espresso machines before so I want to make sure I state that before I start my review. With that in mind, this machine is good for someone who has never used any kind of espresso machine before and they don't want something too complicated or expensive. So, here are the pros: 1) a combined machine saves space on your counter top; 2) you have the ability to froth/steam milk so you can make lattes and cappuccinos and it has an adjustable steamer based on what you're making; 3) very simple to use 4) makes great coffee; 5) timer feature for coffee brewing. Overall, I think the thing I like the best about the machine is that I could get rid of my simple standalone coffee maker and have the ability to make espresso, steam milk and brew coffee in one machine. Here are the cons: 1) you have to control the espresso stream. It will not stop automatically for you. I suggest getting espresso cups and using that as your guide. 2) There is no pitcher provided for the milk steaming. There are a lot of inexpensive options online. Get one with a handle so you don't burn your hand. 3) it does not grind your coffee. You will need to either buy ground coffee or grind it yourself. I highly suggest grinding it so you can get freshly roasted beans and control the grind yourself. 4) the time keeps randomly changing from normal AM/PM to 24 hour military time. I cannot figure out why. 5) the espresso feature clogs. I started using this on April 4th and on April 18th the espresso side stopped working. A review of the troubleshooting part of the manual indicates there is likely a clog and there are some steps that involve a screwdriver to correct it. This is something they suggest doing every 3,000 uses but I didn't use it 3,000 times in 2 weeks. Another thing that is both a pro and a con: when you go to remove the used up coffee puck from the basket after making espresso the basket falls out instead of just the used up grounds. If you're dumping directly into the trash you may need to dig the basket out of the trash if it drops in. I call this also a pro because it means the basket is not too difficult to remove when you're cleaning it. A great fix for this is to get a knock box for your used up coffee instead of using the trash can (collected grounds are great for your garden!). Overall, I am enjoying how easy it is to use and the beverages being produced are delicious. It brews great coffee, too. I had to get espresso cups, a pitcher for the milk and a knock box but getting those extra items still wasn't as expensive as a big espresso machine for twice the cost of this where I'd still need a separate coffee maker.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine does wonders for my family. We all want a different drink in the morning and it puts it all into one appliance instead of filling the counter space with several. I make a pot of drip, my husband has his americano espresso and my daughter uses the steamer to froth the milk in her hot cocoa. A must have machine.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We got this to replace an old Keurig coffee maker, and what a difference did it make! I love the ability to make coffe, cappuccino, or espresso in one machine. It was very easy to figure out how to use. It makes the perfect cup every time and is always consistent. I really like the timer function, setup a time when you typically get up and the machine makes you a hot cup ready to go! I highly recommend it!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine has made my mornings so great! First Im saving time and money with no need to go to those expensive places to get my coffee. Second the coffee tastes amazing I couldn't belive I made it! And it saves me counter space. The De'Longhi All-In-One Combination Coffee and Espresso Machine is actually pretty small for all those features and I had an expensive espresso machine which I had to order expensive pods, i had a drip coffee maker and a frothing cup and now I have all in one and have reclaimed my counter space.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] What an amazing machine! I am able to make espresso and/or coffee. It’s great to have the two options. The quality of this machine is so high. It works like a dream! Easy to use. I highly recommend it!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This coffee and espresso machine has a lot to offer. This unit has a sleek, contemporary design that looks great on my counter. It gives my kitchen a hint of elegance. If you've never made espresso before, it'll take you a few minutes to figure out how to do it. It can be complicated at first, but it is actually very easy to use. The instructions are straightforward and simple to understand. I'm just enjoying the flavor of my espresso right now. You will, without a doubt, own the day until you wake up to a shot of great espresso. The frother is fantastic and makes the milk heated in under a minute! The coffee maker functions in the same way as a traditional coffee maker and is as basic as they come. I'm very pleased with the quality of coffee it makes. This machine is a great all-around alternative because it can make espresso and drip coffee at the same time. I would highly recommend this product if you're looking for a reliable all-in-one machine.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This thing is so cool. I used to have a regular coffee maker, a pod maker, and an espresso pod maker. Now I can get rid of all of those because this one does it all. Plus I can steam and froth milk! Makes great coffee, espresso, whatever you like, and it's fun to use!