DeLonghi, Philips or Krups - comparison of the best cappuccinatore coffee machines 2021

If we talk about technical characteristics, the most important of them are power and pressure. The speed of making coffee depends on the first, while the second affects the disclosure of the taste of beans and the strength of the drink. In this regard, Delonghi was pleasantly surprised, because she is able to work at a pressure of 19 bar, and not 15, like other models. Philips showed the best power - 1500 W will allow you to enjoy a drink in a couple of minutes. Characteristics Krups can be considered the golden mean in the world of coffee machines - quite high power and pressure, but not ideal.

Even the most compact coffee makers are not easy to place in every home, what can we say about full-size machines with an automatic cappuccinatore. All participants in the rating differ in approximately the same dimensions, only Delonghi weighs almost 10 kilograms. Because of this, it will be difficult to move it after installation.As for the dimensions, there is no better one here - some devices turned out to be narrow, but high, and vice versa.

Let's move on to the set. Each device comes with a filter, and Philips has also provided a test strip to check the water hardness. The taste of the drink depends on the quality of the base, so the brand receives additional points. The milk container is provided in all models, but only Krups has cleaning tablets. DeLonghi, in turn, boasts the presence of a removable drip tray, and Philips - a measuring grain spoon.

The capacity of the coffee machine directly depends on the number of people planning to make coffee at home. The larger the volume of the water tank and the grain container, the less often you will have to top up and fill in the missing ingredients. Krups has become the undisputed leader in this category. At the same time, it makes no sense for small families and singles to buy an impressive device for the home, because they simply will not drink 2 liters of drink at a time. The largest number of beans fit into the container of DeLonghi's coffee machine, thanks to which she took second place.

All models have a touch screen for easy operation. The grain coffee machine from Krups became the best in terms of the number of programs - it “knows” as many as 15 recipes, besides, there is a Russified menu. Other models are not far behind - they have 12-13 different modes built into them. All devices can prepare espresso, cappuccino, latte and other classic drinks. The highlight of DeLonghi is an application for control from a smartphone. Also in this model heating of cups is provided. This is especially true in the cold season, when aromatic coffee instantly cools down. Care of devices is facilitated by automatic descaling. This feature is available on all models.

Krups has 3 grind levels while DeLonghi offers as many as 13 degrees. It is not entirely clear who needs so many modes and why, but the function is interesting. But Philips boasts the maximum setting range: manufacturers have provided for the possibility of manually adjusting the temperature, grinding degree and coffee strength. However, the latter function is also available in other devices. But only Philips is able to prepare two cups of aromatic drink at the same time. This option will appeal to office workers and members of large families.

DeLonghi is equipped with a proprietary LatteCrema system responsible for foaming milk. The technology makes it possible to obtain a foam with a uniform texture; it is also possible to select the desired density and consistency using a special regulator. All processes are automated and controlled by sensors. Together with the coffee machine, customers receive a removable double-walled jug that provides moderate heating and independent steam supply. It can be stored in the refrigerator. The reviews mention a small minus of the device - when you select the maximum mode, you get too much foam, moreover, it is too dry. You will have to spend time to find the optimal settings and type of milk.

Philips also uses proprietary technology called LatteGo. The manufacturer proudly calls it the easiest to care for. The cappuccinatore is installed and cleaned in just 15 seconds. Even less time is needed to prepare a thick and airy foam, the temperature and consistency of which the device will adjust independently. It is served directly into the cup, no straws and splashes. Since the automatic cappuccinatore consists of only two parts, it can be easily disassembled and washed at any time, including in the dishwasher. The only caveat is that you can’t put the container under the steam supply immediately from the refrigerator, otherwise the plastic may crack.

As for Krups, there is a classic cappuccinatore in the form of a flexible tube. The container is made of stainless steel and comes with a sealed lid. Interestingly, the coffee machine does not find fault with the temperature of the milk, you can not even cool it before cooking. But it is important to choose the correct time in seconds, because the quality of the device depends on it. Customers complain that it is problematic to make foam from a small amount of milk - and this is the main drawback of the model.

All presented coffee machines for the home are approximately in the same price category. Philips is considered the best - it can be bought for less than 60 thousand rubles, while devices from Delonga and Krups will cost at least 62,000 rubles. It is important to bear in mind that Philips does not specialize in creating coffee machines, unlike competitors. This is a reputable manufacturer of equipment with an impeccable reputation. But connoisseurs of a noble drink often decide to choose trusted brands that produce exclusively coffee making devices. In this case, it is worth taking another look at the Krups and Delonghi models.

The absolute leader of the comparison was the Philips coffee machine.She excelled in all categories, while the scores of other models ranged from the lowest to the highest. Krups will be the best option for a large family, because it has maximum capacity and a huge selection of built-in recipes for every taste. Delonghi is suitable for those who do not like to wait, as the speed of coffee preparation is record-breaking here due to high pressure and impressive power. These coffee machines received almost the same rating.

For all other criteria, as mentioned above, Philips won - it does not take up too much space, is easy to manage and costs less than its competitors. Also, buyers note the high quality of the automatic cappuccinatore. However, this function is implemented well in other models, so you need to choose the best option, starting from your taste preferences.