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De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.800 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

95%

7.2

Technical score

5%

8.4

Review score ( 2 · 12)

Review score 5% · 8.4 · based on 14 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 72% of coffee-machines
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

35%

8.0

Performance

25%

5.4

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.1

Features

15%

7.0

Design

â–²Better than 71% of coffee-machines
8.4

Review score

Review score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (14)
2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

6.9%

7.0

101coffeemachines.info

Video reviews 3

6.9%

9.0

ActiveWithAlex

6.9%

9.0

Geek Unplugged

6.9%

8.0

Cafelista_Coffee

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 74% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

35%

8.0

Performance

25%

5.4

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.1

Features

15%

7.0

Design

7.2
Review score
Review score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (14)
2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

6.9%

7.0

101coffeemachines.info

Video reviews 3

6.9%

9.0

ActiveWithAlex

6.9%

9.0

Geek Unplugged

6.9%

8.0

Cafelista_Coffee

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Popularity:
De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 has a popularity of 6.7 points, which is lower than 66.3% of coffee machines.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.7
Power
1,450 W
Power
1,450 W
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,450 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 51.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 23.6% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.8 L
Water Container Capacity
1.8 L
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.8 L in its water tank, which is larger than 71.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 13.6% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
â–¼ Worse than 30% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
50 s
Heating Time
50 s
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 50 s, which is slower than 82.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 2.7% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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What reviewers say
Type
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
yes
Works with Beans
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans. 62.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
â–¼ Worse than 24% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
no
Works with Capsules
no
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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What reviewers say
Water Level Indicator
no
Water Level Indicator
no
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
yes
Water Filter
yes
â–² Better than 64% of models
This coffee machine has a water filter. 64.3% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
yes
Descaling Program
yes
â–² Better than 34% of models
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 33.5% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 40.3% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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What reviewers say
Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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What reviewers say

De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • 5 more grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    13
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides finer control over grind size than the average coffee machine (13 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    13 vs 8
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • 0.4 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.800 L
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.8 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.800 L vs 1.400 L
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • 7.1% better value for money
    De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.73 vs 7.2).
    7.73 vs 7.22
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • 5 more grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    13
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides finer control over grind size than the average coffee machine (13 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    13 vs 8
  • 0.4 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.800 L
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.8 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.800 L vs 1.400 L
  • 50 W higher power
    Power
    1,450 W
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1450 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,450 W vs 1,400 W
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • 10 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    142.00 cm
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (142 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    142.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 15 cm longer power cord
    Cable Length
    115 cm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine provides longer electrical reach than the average coffee machine (115 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    115 cm vs 100 cm
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • 10 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    50 s
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (50 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    50 s vs 40 s
  • 10 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    250.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (250 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    250.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • 100 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    430.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (430 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    430.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 2x heavier body
    Weight
    9.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (9 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    9.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 26 mm taller body
    Height
    351.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (351 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    351.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 13.2% less popular
    De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 is less popular than the average coffee machine (6.73 vs 7.6).
    6.73 vs 7.62
  • 13.2% less popular
    De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 is less popular than the average coffee machine (6.73 vs 7.6).
    6.73 vs 7.62
  • 62.5% more expensive
    De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£260 vs £160).
    £260 vs £160
  • 10 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    50 s
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (50 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    50 s vs 40 s
  • 10 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    250.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (250 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    250.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • 100 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    430.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (430 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    430.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 2x heavier body
    Weight
    9.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (9 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    9.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 26 mm taller body
    Height
    351.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (351 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    351.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 14 mm wider body
    Width
    238.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (238 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    238.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 62.2% bulkier volume
    Volume
    35,921.3 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (35921.3 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    35,921.3 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Coffealover
≈ estimated
12/08/2024
Hands-on test · speed, noise, cleaning and milk frothing
Verdict
De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 is good value for money, with fast brewing and a good steam wand, but it is noisy.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 5 · 12

Reviewers like the easy cleaning, good coffee and solid grinder, but find it loud and wasteful with rinse water; milk frothing divides opinion.
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What we like about De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117

  • Excellent value for money, offering high-quality espresso, coffee, and long coffee options
  • User-friendly controls and straightforward operation, including a convenient coffee strength knob
  • Compact design and solid build quality, with a reasonable 250g bean hopper and 1.8L water tank
  • Produces great-tasting, hot coffee with a good, thick crema
  • Includes a manual steam wand for creating decent foam for milk-based drinks like cappuccino
  • Features a 13-step adjustable grinder for customizing coffee fineness

What we don't like about De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117

  • Noisy during operation, particularly when grinding beans
  • Water tray and grounds container are small, requiring frequent emptying and cleaning
  • Manual milk frother requires practice, which can be less convenient for frequent milk drink users
  • Lack of a display screen makes some advanced setting changes (e.g., programming temperatures) complex
  • Adjusting the grinder can sometimes be finicky

Verdict

The De'Longhi Magnifica S ECAM21.117 is a compact, 1450-watt super-automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump system, a 1.8-litre front-loading water tank, and a 250-gram bean hopper. Its main characteristics include an integrated steel conical burr grinder with 13 adjustable settings, a Thermoblock rapid heating system, a manual steam wand for milk frothing, a height-adjustable coffee spout (85–142 mm), and a dual-cup twin-shot brewing cycle. Key advantages include its ability to use both fresh beans and pre-ground coffee, customisable aroma and volume settings, high value for money, and low maintenance enhanced by automated rinsing and descaling cycles. However, minor drawbacks include the absence of a modern digital menu screen, a lack of clear markings on the grind adjustment dial, and a multi-step configuration process for advanced temperature settings that typically requires referencing the instruction manual.

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