De'Longhi Dedica Duo
Score: 82/100
Electactic Espresso Machine
Score: 82/100Rankings
The De'Longhi Dedica Duo EC890M is an ultra-compact espresso machine that heats up in 25 seconds and can brew hot espresso, milk drinks and cold brew. Its small portafilter and lack of a built-in grinder limit advanced users, but the rapid start-up and My LatteArt wand make it ideal for space-constrained kitchens. Best suited for beginners or apartment dwellers who value speed and versatility.
The Electactic 2025 Upgrade is a compact all-in-one espresso machine with a built-in conical burr grinder, 20-bar pump and a powerful steam wand, offering strong performance in a small footprint. The grinder requires careful tuning and can be messy, which may challenge beginners. Ideal for home baristas who want fresh-ground espresso without separate equipment.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15 bar | 20 barbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 25 secondsbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 4.37 kgbest | 8.181 kg |
1,100 ml | 2,300 mlbest | |
305 mm | 409 mmbest | |
— | 200 gbest | |
150 mm | 331 mmbest | |
330 mmbest | 293 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Pump Pressure (bar) | 15 bar | 20 bar |
Capacity(1) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 1100 ml | 2300 ml |
Features(2) | ||
Steam Wand Type | my_latteart | Built-in milk frother |
Built‑in Grinder | false | true |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Height (mm) | 305 mm | 409 mm |
Width (mm) | 150 mm | 331 mm |
Depth (mm) | 330 mm | 293 mm |
Weight (kg) | 4.37 kg | 8.181 kg |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1450 W | 1500 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the Dedica Duo for its ultra-compact footprint, rapid 25-second heat-up and the unique Cold Extraction Technology that delivers cold brew in under five minutes. They also appreciate the My LatteArt steam wand and intuitive digital presets, but note the limited 51 mm group head, absence of pre-infusion or temperature control, and the presence of some plastic components as drawbacks for serious enthusiasts.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the machine's small size, quick start-up time and the convenience of making both hot espresso and cold brew without extra equipment. Common frustrations revolve around the modest water-tank capacity, occasional inconsistency in shot quality due to the small portafilter, and the need to practice with the steam wand to achieve good latte art.
Professional reviewers commend the Electactic for its compact, all-in-one architecture, high 20-bar pressure, precise conical burr grinder, and responsive steam wand, noting that the value is strong, but users must invest time to master grind settings and the grinder can be finicky if overfilled.
Everyday users love the convenience of an integrated grinder, large water tank, and heated cup surface, praising the quick steam wand and consistent crema. Common frustrations revolve around the need to fine-tune grind settings for different beans, occasional mess from grounds, and a learning curve for precise dosing, especially for beginners.
“Extremely compact footprint of only 5.9 inches wide”
“Fast 25-second thermoblock heat-up delivers espresso ready in under half a minute”
“definitely worth checking out”
