DeLonghi ECAM23210B Compact Magnifica S Beverage Center, Black

by DeLonghi

Product Features

• Compact size yet maintains all the features of our full-size automatic machines.
• Conveniently use tap water with the built-in water filtration system
• Easily prepares latte and cappuccino with the patented "Cappuccino System" frother. It mixes steam and milk to create a rich, creamy froth for perfect drinks every time
• Saves up to 77-Percent energy with energy-saving switch and single boiler system
• Grinds beans instantly for the freshest espresso with the patented "Direct-to-Brew" system. Brewing system is compact and removable for easy cleaning

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16.9 x 9.4 x 13.3 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 26 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B003ZDNKTW
• Item model number: ECAM23210B
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,763 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #13 in Kitchen & Dining > Coffee, Tea & Espresso Appliances > Beverage Warmers

Product Description

Be your own barista with the Magnifica S by De'Longhi. This compact automatic espresso machine includes all of the features of our full-size machines, but in a smaller, more convenient size. You and your guests can enjoy delicious cappuccinos and lattes anytime. It's never been easier to create authentic Italian drinks with our patented cappuccino system frother. Simply place a container with milk under the nozzle to create a rich, creamy froth. The Magnifica S does all the work for you. It not only makes incredible espresso drinks, but also saves you money while doing it, with the energy-saving switch and single boiler system. Select either whole beans or ground coffee, the machine does both. For the freshest results, the patented direct-to-brew system grinds beans instantly before brewing. With five coffee-strength settings from extra-mild to extra-strong, everyone gets their ideal flavor. The choices don't end there, select from four cup-size options to suit your preferred taste. Other highlights include easy-to-use manual controls, convenient water filtration, as well as a cup warmer and a removable drip tray. Enjoy coffee for years to come with the Magnifica S.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DeLonghi ECAM23210B, December 6, 2010

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S. A. S "S. A. S" (The Beautiful Edmond, Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DeLonghi ECAM23210B Compact Magnifica S Beverage Center, Black (Kitchen)

I studied different machines until I was dizzy. The only requirement: It was important to me to have a machine that loaded water from front. When you look at the dimensions, it is not much smaller than others. The product weighs a ton already, and I am happy it is not stainless.. It is reasonably as quiet as a coffee grinder could be and makes beautiful espresso consistently.. The DVD instructions are... well.. instructive.
To decide, ask yourself this question: If you were a smoker would you roll your own cigarettes, or buy a pack to smoke. That is the difference between a manual/semi automatic vs a superautomatic like this one.
You add one feature and the other and then you say do I really need all this?
Set expectations. It comes down to budget, ease of use, and space requirements.
The fact is that it was cyber Monday, I was going to buy a perfecta at a bargain price, the seller ran out, and gave me the compact which was more expensive for half the price. There is concern out there that super automatics in general break easily if you use hard water and don't change the filter. If it works for two years for me, I will be happy. If it breaks, we will be coffee addicts and buy a semi automatic to experiment with our addictive urges.
My smart busy wife pushes one button. She is happy, the whole family is happy.
The product came with a year of free coffee from Illy that was not posted on the merchant's web site ($140 value) :)

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DeLonghi Compact Espresso Machine, July 11, 2011

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Mal - See all my reviews

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This review is from: DeLonghi ECAM23210B Compact Magnifica S Beverage Center, Black (Kitchen)

One thing about this machine is that it makes great coffee. Great design that will fit most kitchen areas. Just decalcified the machine for the first time, also my first and it took about 40 min.. The directions in the manual were slightly different than how the machine prompted me but I followed the machines direction and all went well. I highly recommend this type of coffee maker, because of verity of coffee making choices, ease of use, and of course taste. I drink at least 4 cups a day.
I would buy this type of machine again.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great when it works, but waited months for repair - terrible customer support, January 28, 2012

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T. Jacobs (SF Bay Area) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DeLonghi ECAM23210B Compact Magnifica S Beverage Center, Black (Kitchen)

Machine worked fantastic for about 8 months until the frother would no longer work. A call to Delonghi support (Oct '11) resulted in a seven day wait for box to ship the unit to a repair facility (Nov '11). That facility determined within a week it needed a new frother, but Delonghi took two months and never supplied the part the repairer. After 2.5 months (Jan '12) of waiting I again called Delonghi and asked that they just send me a replacement unit so that I didn't have to keep waiting. Ten days later, a replacement (refirb) unit showed up only to arrive broken (this time leaking water into the grounds tray). Initial calls to Delonghi were met with scripted "you'll need to send us the unit and wait for our evaluation..." rather than them just shipping me out a replacement immediately and my returning the defective one. Sigh. Such an excellent product when it is working. Customer service just doesn't think a $800+ product deserves better care. Delonghi should study Apple to learn how good customer service builds a strong brand.