De'LonghiStilosa EC260.BK, Traditional barista Pump Espresso Coffee Machine, Black

Perfect for beginners....neat little coffee station, simple to use. Not too big for storage. Makes delicious cappuccinos. Easy to clean. Really good price especially when starting out

I've been a bit like Goldilocks and her porridge trying to find a reasonably priced machine that takes ese pods.This one is a keeper because:ESE pods fit nicely in the single filter - I use Borbone Gold as they are strong, rich and a good price - no messy grounds to deal with so Happy Days.The frother arm is adjustable/maneuverable so I can use a reasonably sized metal jug. The inner "wand" is rubber and because of the larger than average, metal outer tube it produces a decent head of froth.The coffee (cappuchino in my case) is always piping hot because of the steamed milk.The knack to release the filter from the basket is to firstly insert the filter lining up the 2 dimples on the filter with the rebates on the basket. To remove it slip the lip of the 2nd basket (same way up) under the filter by the rebate that has the little "spring" in it. A quick twist and out it will pop.Reasonably priced, easy to clean, doesn't take up too much counter space and it even has storage space for the 2nd filter that isn't in use.One satisfied customer : )

We’ve had a delonghi espresso machine for years now and it’s been a very reliable part of our morning routine/hosting friends and family. Was finally able to upgrade and this is what we chose; a BEAUTIFUL sage green newer version of our old machine. It’s SO lovely, I love the fact you have space to hide the spare filters in the machine itself. The water tank is smaller than previous but again much neater and hidden so looks super smart.It makes a really lovely cappuccino, I ran it through with just water twice before making a coffee. Definitely worth taking the time to do this so one doesn’t taste any unpleasant new plasticky/metallic flavours. It’s easy to use and very intuitive, has cleaning instructions on stickers inside which is helpful. Froths milk well and both coffee and milk come out nice and hot. Material feels easy to clean too which is great. Nice weight to it and all feels very secure. Filters have a screw system to be able to remove themselves filter from the coffee arm thing which is super handy!The colour is just stunning!! Our old one was a dark grey, totally fine but nothing remarkable and could make the kitchen feel a bit dark. I’ve become slightly obsessed with the warm and light that sage gives as a colour so when I saw this machine now came in that it was a no brainer! We are currently doing up our kitchen so this will match the new colour scheme perfectly.The only thing that was not great was the delivery driver left it on the doorstep without even bothering to ring the door bell or knock. Luckily we could see him coming so was able to quickly bring it in but imagine if we had been out! It was just in its box with see through plastic covering so very obvious with what it was: the machines aren’t cheap and very light so would be very easy to steal if an opportunist spotted it. One star removed as a result. Delivery was however super fast as I ordered it yesterday and it was here this morning.

Great: nice looking, easy to use. Robustly made. Sits well and comes with two fittings allowing for double or single espressos to be made. Switching over the little compartments is a little fiddly (requires strong nails) and it is a little tricky to get the blend perfect as you need to switch the water flow off manually, but for the price hard to complain.

I recently bought the De’Longhi Manual Coffee Machine Stilosa EC260.CR, and it has quickly become a staple in my morning routine. This 15 bar pressure espresso machine is perfect for those who love making coffee at home but don’t want to spend a fortune on a high-end machine.The Stilosa EC260.CR has a sleek cream design that fits nicely in my kitchen. It’s compact yet feels solid and well-made. Setting it up was straightforward, and I was brewing my first cup within minutes.The coffee quality is impressive for a machine in this price range. The 15 bar pressure ensures a good extraction, resulting in rich and flavourful espresso with a nice crema. The cappuccino system works well too, producing perfectly frothed milk for lattes and cappuccinos. I’ve also used ESE pods with this machine, and they work seamlessly, adding convenience when I’m in a rush.One feature I particularly appreciate is the two-level tray. It allows me to use different cup sizes without any hassle. The 1-litre water tank is ample for a few cups of coffee, and it’s easy to refill and clean. The automatic switch-off function is a nice safety feature, giving me peace of mind if I forget to turn the machine off.The only minor downside is that the machine can be a bit noisy when brewing, but this is a small trade-off considering the quality of coffee it produces.Overall, the De’Longhi Stilosa EC260.CR is an excellent manual coffee machine for anyone looking to make barista-quality coffee at home. It’s user-friendly, versatile, and delivers great coffee consistently. Highly recommended for both beginners and coffee enthusiasts who want a reliable and stylish machine.