DeLonghi Eletta Explore

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TL;DR: Super-automatic convenience, great cold brew, but unreliable Wi-Fi.

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Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Reddit IconAble_Blueberry9353
27 days ago

Had ours about a year and half. Absolute game changer! Use it everyday, and couldn’t be happier. Enjoy!

Reddit Iconalxkwl
25 days ago

I'd want to know too- took me years to finally figure out their, there and they're and I'm better for it! I probably should have said congrats on the machine BTW. You enjoying it? I find it has the best espresso extractions and best milk frothing of any automatic in its price range.

Reddit Iconan_angry_Moose
3 months ago

I rarely make milk drinks, but I like having the option from time to time and for guests. My Eletta explore with local beans makes outstanding espresso. I love it.

4 months ago

I'd recommend a DeLonghi, but I am bias as my experience with my DeLonghi Eletta Explore has been fantastic. It does all types of milk extremely well.

3 months ago

You’re going to get people who swear by both brands, because both brands are good. I researched both endlessly and ended up with a Delonghi Eletta Explore and it’s been my favourite appliance ever since. I’m sure there are people who chose the KA and feel the same way.

about 1 month ago

Eletta Explore will do double grind tall americanos that can be up to large travel size. Also, if you prefer to maximize your coffee ratio, you can just keep doing doppio+ with the lowest water setting, then use hot water to fill. I think the Eletta allows for the largest cup size of any superauto.

Reddit Iconasanthadenz
27 days ago

i am obsessed with this machine - upgraded from Phillips 3200 night and day .. my lattes tastes so good ..

Reddit IconBadAstroknot
4 months ago

Delonghi eletta explore has been great. The milk jawn can be done in dishwasher top rack every 3 or so days. After each milk drink, it flushes it and you can put back in the fridge. Incredibly low maintenance and dishwasher friendly have been great.

Reddit IconBarc_zak28
4 months ago

Went with the eletta explore a few months ago as well ...came from Nespresso to 2 different Philips super automatics and can say that the consistency and the drinks are a good bit better than the Philips. More ability to dial in settings and adjustments - plus the flip up tray that can accommodate yeti travel mugs is something I have not seen on any other machines. The ability to have the two different milk carafes (one hot and one cold) is nice but I wish the lids were secured - you just have to get used to that if you transfer them from the fridge to the machine like I do. All in all, I know it's not a Jura, but I can say between the EE and the Philips (still a great machine) go with the EE, you will not be disappointed.

Reddit Iconbeansmeansheinze
3 months ago

Delonghli eletta explore does every hit and cold drink I have had mine for almost 18 months fantastic machine

Reddit Iconbigak74
27 days ago

Just got ours three weeks ago - love the drink selection and variability. Love my flat whites!

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