Purchased replacing keurig kcup machine, used for about 2 weeks for two double espresso at a time, and generally satisfied. PROS: definitely upgrade from keurig (better and hotter coffee), easy to use, compact size, much better build quailty than philips 3200, can hold short to tall cups (3 1/2 to 5 1/2 in), simple styling. CONS: overpriced compared to competitors, mostly plastic build, not enough water container (need to refill even after two double espresso; consume lots of clean/warmup water when turn on/off), easy scratch on the tray. To sum up, it can brew reasonably nice quality espresso and be a good combination with a separate milk frother for latte or caff, while more costly than philips.

I have owned this machine just for a week now but will update my review later if there are any issues. I love it so far. Even with average coffee beans it creates fantastic crema. If you use pre-ground coffee, crema is still there but less amount. It is always good to read some reviews before making a purchase. I was going to purchase the latest latte machines with an automated frother. I am glad I read some reviews because with this espresso machine we can customize the froth and the amount of milk and that is a better choice for me. Also this is the only automated machine that makes coffee over ice. The use is simple, cleaning too - just empty and rinse the tray and container. Before using read carefully the directions and follow setup steps to avoid damaging it. After that you are all set. If you use pre-ground coffee do not put it in the machine while it is turned off, only after choosing from the display the scoop icon, otherwise the coffee may go the wrong way and damage the machine. Always wait before and after making coffee for the machine to clean up itself and get ready, it takes just a few seconds but it is important to not turn it off before that. Beautiful look - Italians create the best luxury design! And the best coffee too :)

very pleased with the machine, the coffee is delicious and easy to manage. Аfter a month of use, the machine requested descaling, but I think it's water. The cleaning process takes 35 minutes, but the machine does a lot by itself.

Had a Delonghi Magnifica for about 13+ years Decided to get a new machine for a different look in kitchen. Best Buy had the Dinamica for $150 with free shipping. Best choice we made. Makes an excellent cup of coffee or espresso, specially with BRCC. Very easy to use and set up. Also, makes less of a mess than our old one. Highly recommend

I leaped at the opportunity to review this DeLonghi - DINAMICA Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine in exchange for the product. WoW, what an awesome expresso coffee machine! It provides me with all the programmable options to have Excellent, Coffee House Expresso in my own home. WooHoo! Out of the box this baby is pretty much ready to go, except for some cleaning of the water tank. I strongly recommend that any new user thoroughly read the included User Manual before going any further. At my age the smaller print in the User Manual is a challenge. So, I downloaded the larger version (8” x 11 1/2” page size) at the DeLonghi website. It is much easier to read and highlight the most important features and numerous programmable options for future use. There is a 'learning-curve' to operate this machine to your particular tastes and kinds of coffee delight. It is also pretty easy-to-use and operator-friendly. This automatic Expresso Machine is a finely engineered piece of equipment designed specifically to deliver delicious coffee. It allows me to program various settings to my own individual, taste preferences. After two weeks of daily use and getting familiar with all of the operational choices - I have personalized my DeLonghi to make and enjoy excellent Espressos, Lattes, Cappuccinos and Iced coffees. YooHoo! Here is what is included in the box: * Coffee Espresso Machine – Polarized two-prong plug, 1250 watts, or 10 amps. * Descaling Solution * Cleaning Brush * Ice Cube Tray (coffee bean shaped) – For Iced Coffee * Water Filter – Replaceable and good for to months under normal use. * Measuring Spoon – For Ground Coffee. * Instruction Manual & Quick Start Guide * 2 Year Warranty plus an addition year if you register this product. Before I go much further in this review I have to emphasize the three most important components of great-tasting coffee: (1) Fresh water with little, and, or, no hardness is critical for robust-tasting coffee. DeLonghi includes a replaceable filter to be used in the water tank if your water tests hard. On the inside of the User Manual is a water hardness test strip for your convenience. Fortunately my well-water is pre-filtered for hardness and tested no hardness (all green blocks - see attached test strip photo). I do not need to use the furnished filter. Great tasting water adds to the richness and purity of the coffee. It also makes clean-up so much easier too. (2) Best prime, coffee beans available; Non-oily, whole medium roast Arabica beans from Latin America, Africa or Southeast Asia are DeLonghi's preferred choice. I have experimented with both medium and dark roasted beans – indescribably delicious using both varieties. (3) Coffee Machine designed to deliver the best brewed coffee, which you can adjust too your very own personal tastes. This DeLonghi Expresso Coffee Maker is fantastic, automatic, and programmable. Here is why I Love this DeLongi DINAMICA Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine: ** Excellent Tasting Expresso – The most important reason why anyone would buy this amazing coffee machine in the first place. DeLonghi has allowed me to become a DIY Barista. No more out of the way cafes and waiting in line for chain, coffee house Expresso. What I can brew and personalize at home is outstanding and superior to any chain, coffee houses, IMHO. Creamy, and velvety-smooth Expresso shots created my way with rich foaming froth. Yippee! My wife loves her Espresso Macchiato brewed on this DeLonghi and says it's absolutely the best she ever tasted with a thick, heavy layer of frothed half and half for extra richness. Yummy! And, this DeLonghi can also make delicious Lattes, Cappuccinos, and Iced Coffee too. How cool is that? ** User Friendly Controls – At the front face of this unit is an 'easy-to-use' touch panel, which displays icons that are uncomplicated and intuitive. Some of the lighted icons have a double function. The User Manual explains the various options of these icons and they are simple to understand. I kept my manual handy near my DeLongi for quick reference the first week. But, the Learning Curve was pretty easy, the more I used the machine. After the first week of use I began to turn into a DIY Barista. Love it! ** Build & Placement - Modernistic black body and Stainless Steel trim, blends in with any decor. Dimensions are; Approximately 14” high, fits comfortably underneath my top cabinets on the counter; Depth of unit is approximately 17”deep from front of unit to back; Width is approximately 9 ½”. DeLonghi recommends that this unit should not be placed near sinks or water taps to avoid water damage and specifies clearances to dissipate the generated heat. Since it fits comfortably on any of my counter spaces, I have many placement choices. ** Whole Beans & Grounds – This versatile unit allows me to use either or.... I prefer whole beans because when the grinder does its magic the aroma is unbelievable, and the coffee is so much more fresher. However, this unit includes a grounds-coffee measuring scoop if you so desire. One scoop per shot, and, only one cup at a time. One level scoop of ground coffee inserted into the pre-ground coffee funnel allows me to make an Expresso, Double Shot, or conventional cup of coffee, approximately 5.5 Oz. ** The Expresso Experience – If you are a coffee-lover like me you know what I am describing. This DeLonghi Expresso Coffee Maker allows me the flexibility of 'hands-on' using this automatic coffee maker. Making any 'shot' I can vary the temperature of the coffee, strength, and reset the grinding adjustment dial (13 settings) according to the type of whole beans I am using. Adjustment may be needed for creamier, weak, or slow dripping coffee. When the grinder is adjusted correctly the aromatic oils create a rich and delicious golden crema. ** Quick Heat-Up – Dimonica features a 40 second heat-up time before it starts to brew my coffee. The user-friendly settings make my morning cup of Expresso quick and FUN to use. I always 'rinse' the unit before making any coffee after a whole day. Simply press the 'OK' icon on the touch screen. ** Programmable Settings – Now, this is the 'FUN Part' of this outstanding unit. There are default settings built-in to this automatic coffee maker. However, I can re-program over any 'default' settings to brew Expresso to my individual taste and preferences. (1) Water Hardness – Based on the number of red blocks on your water test strip, from 1 through 4 (Default setting is 4). This should be the first setting you adjust according to your water hardness. This setting affects the number of times descaling may be required. (2) Temperature – This allows me to set how hot I want the water in my coffee from low, medium, high, and to maximum. I use 'maximum'. (3) Auto-Off – This setting allows me to switch the machine OFF automatically after 15 or 30 minutes, one hour, two hours, or 3 hours. I use the 15 minute setting. (4) Energy Saving – By Default this feature is 'active'. I can disable or enable it. (5) Beep – The 'beep' sound can be enabled or disabled. (6) Reset Values – This setting will reset the Temperature, Auto-Off, Water Hardness, Energy Saving, All Quantity settings back to Default. (7) Coffee Grinder – A manual dial is pre-set at the factory, but, has 13 adjustable settings for the built-in steel burr grinder. (8) Rinsing – This is actually a 'Manual' setting, but important to mention since it cleans the coffee spouts. It is always good practice to rinse these spouts before use. Again, just press the 'OK' Icon on the touch screen. (9) Frother & Steam Wand – The Frother spout is controlled by a manual dial on the front face of the unit over the spout. The frother allows me to mix steam and milk, half and half, or whipping cream to create luxurious, creamy froth to use on my Macchiatos, Cappuccinos, and Lattes. The Frother Wand can also dispense hot water. My wife has used it by filling a standard-sized cup and tossing in a tea bag for hot tea. Cool! (10) Cup Volume – The touch screen on the face of this unit has lighted icons showing the various 'shot' and cup sizes. I simply press the icon for one I want. ** Clean Up – Daily routine requires the emptying of the coffee grounds container and rinsing it out with plain water. I save them to use on my acid-loving plants. The User Manual outlines monthly cleaning routines of the water tank, infuser, Frother, spouts, grounds container, etc. Over all clean up is easy. ** Summary – I highly recommend this DeLonghi DINAMICA Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine. Five Stars is not enough. Once I tasted the quality of Expresso this machine allows me to savor, I was 'hooked'. It is a permanent member of my family. If you love Expresso coffee this is your machine!