DeLonghi EN680.M Nespresso Lattissima Single-Serve Espresso Maker, Metal

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Product Features

• Single-serve espresso maker for use with coffee-filled capsules
• 19-bar high-pressure pump; used capsules eject automatically
• Illuminated controls; IFD milk system; adjustable milk/coffee amounts
• Adjustable cup-tray height; removable drip tray; 40-ounce water tank
• Warming tray on unit's top; measures approximately 10-1/4 by 8 by 13-1/2 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 8 x 10 inches ; 22.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 25 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000UVZ2DE
• Item model number: EN680.M
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #43,265 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Developed with a unique extraction system specially designed for coffee-filled capsules, this single-serve automatic espresso machine deploys technology essential for preparing perfect espresso. A simple system perforates the hermetically sealed capsule and soaks all the ground coffee to optimally filter the coffee, while the unit's 19-bar high-pressure pump extracts all the aromas and gives body to the espresso ensuring a smooth crema--the delicious creamy layer on top. Used capsules eject automatically into the used-capsule collection container after the brewing cycle has completed.

In addition, illuminated controls allow for easily choosing from cappuccino, latte macchiato, espresso coffee, long coffee, or hot water. The unit's patented IFD milk system includes a milk container for cappuccinos and lattes, and the amounts of frothed/steamed milk and coffee can be adjusted to suit individual preferences. The milk container comes with a unique automatic cleaning function at the push of a button, and the entire container detaches for storing in the refrigerator. Other highlights include an adjustable cup-tray height for accommodating large or small cups, a removable drip tray, self-priming operation, and a removable 40-ounce water tank. The welcome kit includes an espresso cup, a latte cup, a saucer, and a sample pack of Nespresso capsules. Durably constructed, the strikingly modern-looking espresso maker measures approximately 10-1/4 by 8 by 13-1/2 inches.

Product Description
DeLonghi's Metal Nespresso Lattissima Maker, Model EN680.M, patented extraction system facilitates the ideal flow of water through the ground coffee. The machine automatically ejects the capsules into holding tank after brew is completed. Patented IFD milk system includes a milk container for cappuccino, latte or macchiato. The milk container includes a unique automatic cleaning function with a push of a button. The entire milk container is detachable so it can easily be placed in the refridgerator. The amounts of frothed/steamed milk and coffee are adjustable to preference. Adjustable cup tray height accomodates large or small cups with easy removable drip tray insert. Illuminated controls allow the consumer to choose their favorite drink of cappuccino, latte machiato, espresso coffee, long coffee, or hot water in a simple and intuitive way. Other features include removable drip tray, self-priming operation, 19 BAR high pressure pump and removable 40 oz water tank. The welcome kit includes an espresso cup, a latte cup, a saucer and a sample pack of Nespresso capsules.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, tasty espresso every time, December 30, 2007

By	Big O "Power Engineer" (Carolinas) - See all my reviews

This machine makes as tasty an espresso as I have ever had, the crema produced each time is consistent and beautiful. It will knock your socks off. Using a milk steaming attachment the machine produces a great looking and tasting cappuccino and latte every time.

Some people seem to gripe about the lack of selection or having to use the "pods" but to me this is an advantage of the machine. The pods must be ordered through Nespresso's website (wish you could buy at the stores, like Sur La Table). The selection of pods is very diverse and are very high quality, the flavors are strong and complex (folgers it aint!) The value of the pods is OK ($.50 ea) and invariably you end up ordering much more coffee than you probably need.

Cleanup is super easy (can't say that about my other espresso machine).

You may ask why not 5 star? There is only one drawback to the machine (besides cost I suppose) and that is the ability to regulate milk temperature. My #1 complaint about the machine is that the milk is not hot enough for my liking. I read the manual and looked at the product website, but as of yet I don't see a way to increase temperature. Generally speaking I like my lattes much hotter than I can prepare with this machine. The espressos are also not quite hot enough to my liking but they taste so good its hard to complain.

For the price I think there should have been a way to steam the milk longer. I am thinking about posting a video of this machine making an espresso because really its a beautiful, tasty espresso every time.

If the milk steaming and Lungo/Latte/Cappuccino functions are not that important and you just want the espresso I would look strongly at this model:
Nespresso C100T Essenza Single-Serve Automatic Espresso Machine, Titan Grey

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Loved it until it stopped frothing, December 31, 2007

By	Michael Lasko (Newport Beach, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This machine was magical for two weeks...and then something in the milk frother broke or got clogged. After numerous calls to nespresso (advice included buying a different brand of milk), Delonghi, and the local Delonghi repair place, we ended up returning it. I understand that Nespresso customer service is supposed to be very helpful, but since this machine is made by Delonghi, they were unable to provide any technical assistance or replacement parts.

While it was working, my only complaint was that the milk did not get hot enough (the cup heater is useless, but if you run hot water into the cups, that helps).

Two stars; one for each week of delicious coffee we drank.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars delonghi EN680.M, December 23, 2007

By	Paul M. Wright Jr. (Charleston, SC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We ordered this from Amazon and received it a week ago. My wife and I are very happy with the machine. It is a great design, easy to use and clean, and makes great coffee. I highly recommend it. It's high priced but much cheaper than similar machines.