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De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£820Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:2.000 LPump Pressure:19 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:yes

De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

9.0

Overall score

Score
9.0/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

95%

9.1

Technical score

5%

8.2

Review score ( 3 · 1)

Review score 5% · 8.2 · based on 4 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.
★Better than 99% of coffee-machines
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 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
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

35%

9.0

Performance

25%

8.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.8

Features

15%

8.5

Design

★Better than 99% of coffee-machines
8.2

Review score

Review score
8.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Grades by review (4)
3 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

41.7%

8.2

chip.de

≈ estimated
2

33.3%

8.0

handelsblatt.com

16.7%

8.0

coffeeness.de

Video reviews 1

8.3%

9.0

Karbis KrimsKrams

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 61% of coffee-machines
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    N/A~ £820

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 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
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

35%

9.0

Performance

25%

8.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.8

Features

15%

8.5

Design

9.1
Review score
Review score
8.2/ 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 61% of models
Grades by review (4)
3 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

41.7%

8.2

chip.de

≈ estimated
2

33.3%

8.0

handelsblatt.com

16.7%

8.0

coffeeness.de

Video reviews 1

8.3%

9.0

Karbis KrimsKrams

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 88.3% of coffee machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

9.0

Overall score

40%

6.0

Price

8.1
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
2 L
Water Container Capacity
2 L
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 2 L in its water tank, which is larger than 85.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 4.9% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
19 bar
Pump Pressure
19 bar
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 19 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 70.8% of coffee machines and equal to that of 19.4% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
45 s
Heating Time
45 s
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 45 s, which is slower than 65.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 16.4% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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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
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% 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
yes
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
yes
â–² Better than 79% of models
This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically. 78.6% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
Silver
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
Metal
Drip Tray Material
Stainless Steel
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De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 16 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    19
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (19 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    19 vs 3
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    19 bar
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 21.6% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
    Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • 140 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    400.000 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (400 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    400.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 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.
  • Supports user profiles
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS
    the average coffee machine
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS supports user profiles, while the average coffee machine does not. 11.2% of coffee machines support user profiles.
  • 12.1% better value for money
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS has better value for money than the average coffee machine (8.1 vs 7.2).
    8.1 vs 7.22
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    19 bar
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • 140 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    400.000 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (400 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    400.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 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.
  • 0.6 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    2.000 L
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (2 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    2.000 L vs 1.400 L
  • 1 more boilers
    Number of Boilers
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine offers more independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (2 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    2 vs 1
  • 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
  • Listed as quiet
    Silent
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine is listed as having quiet operation, while the average coffee machine is not. 15.5% of coffee machines are listed as having quiet operation.
    A silent feature can reduce noise during grinding or brewing.
  • 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
  • 16 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    19
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (19 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    19 vs 3
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • Supports user profiles
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS
    the average coffee machine
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS supports user profiles, while the average coffee machine does not. 11.2% of coffee machines support user profiles.
  • 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.
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    Cappuccino Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.8% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
    A dedicated cappuccino program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    Latte Macchiato Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 25.7% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
    A dedicated latte macchiato program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • Dedicated iced coffee programme
    Iced Coffee Program
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine has an iced coffee programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines have an iced coffee programme.
    An iced coffee program provides a preset preparation option for cold coffee drinks.
  • 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.
  • Dedicated chocolate programme
    Chocolate Program
    yes
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This coffee machine has a chocolate programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 3.2% of coffee machines have a chocolate programme.
    A chocolate program provides a preset preparation option for chocolate-based drinks.
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 21.6% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
    Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
  • 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.
  • Supports app control
    App Control
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine supports app control, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines support this feature.
    App control allows compatible machine functions to be managed from a mobile device.
  • 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.
  • Has a cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This coffee machine has a cup warmer, while the average coffee machine does not. 41.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A cup warmer helps preheat cups before brewing.
  • Has a touchscreen
    Touch Screen
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 15% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A touch screen allows settings or controls to be selected directly on the display surface.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • 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
  • 2.76x heavier body
    Weight
    12.400 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (12.4 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    12.400 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45 s vs 40 s
  • 50 mm taller body
    Height
    375.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (375 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    375.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 5.13x more expensive
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£820 vs £160).
    £820 vs £160
  • 7.62x less popular
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 36 mm wider body
    Width
    260.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (260 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    260.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 45 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    375.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (375 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    375.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 65.1% bulkier volume
    Volume
    36,562.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (36562.5 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    36,562.5 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 5.13x more expensive
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£820 vs £160).
    £820 vs £160
  • 7.62x less popular
    De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45 s vs 40 s
  • 2.76x heavier body
    Weight
    12.400 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (12.4 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    12.400 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 50 mm taller body
    Height
    375.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (375 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    375.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 36 mm wider body
    Width
    260.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (260 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    260.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 45 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    375.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (375 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    375.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 65.1% bulkier volume
    Volume
    36,562.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (36562.5 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    36,562.5 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Video reviews

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

9.0
Karbis KrimsKrams
≈ estimated
13/10/2017
Unboxing · first look at the machine and its parts
Verdict
De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is very capable despite its compact size.
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 3 · 1

Reviewers agree it makes excellent milk drinks and rich, satisfying hot chocolate.
Praised
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Third-party reviews

What we like about De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS

  • High-quality, creamy milk foam via LatteCrema system
  • Large, user-friendly TFT color touchscreen display
  • Extensive drink customization, including hot chocolate and iced coffee functions
  • Excellent variety of recipes, including specialized tea temperatures
  • Easy maintenance with automatic cleaning and a removable brew unit
  • Robust stainless steel build quality
  • App connectivity allows for convenient recipe programming

What we don't like about De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS

  • High price point compared to mid-range options with similar coffee quality
  • App connectivity can be buggy/slow, with occasional loading loops
  • Complex, somewhat heavy design requires significant counter space
  • The touchscreen interface can be slightly laggy or unresponsive
  • Hot chocolate carafe is difficult to pour without spillage, according to some reports
  • Requires frequent rinsing/cleaning of the milk system

Verdict

The De'Longhi PrimaDonna Elite Experience ECAM656.85.MS is a premium, fully automatic 1450-watt bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 19-bar pump system, a 2-litre water tank, a 400g bean hopper, and a built-in steel conical burr grinder with 13 adjustable settings. Main characteristics and pros include its stunning 4.3-inch TFT colour touch display, full stainless steel body, dual heating blocks, Bluetooth connectivity via the Coffee Link app, and a versatile multi-beverage setup featuring the automatic LatteCrema system and a dedicated mix carafe for hot chocolate and iced drinks. However, its main cons are its massive, deep footprint on kitchen worktops, a highly premium and expensive price tag, and occasional connectivity bugs within the mobile application.

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