This is my 2nd Keurig coffee maker of this model. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxBrV-RbF5Nk0Rlt9i15aao-YMzqzTG8Vf The first worked fine for more than 2 years, and I could still get a decent cup of coffee out of it if I fiddled with it when I decided to replace it. The problem I had with my first unit was this: When attempting to brew a cup of coffee, the unit would either keep brewing until the coffee was undrinkable or it would not run long enough and the coffee produced was way too strong. I cleaned the unit as best I could but it did not help. So in the end it was just too much trouble to get a good cup of coffee out of it, so I decided to replace it with a new one, which has been working great since I unpacked it.
Hi Kev, thanks for this video, along with the others that have helped me choose a machine and my first home barista set up. My Arte arrived today and after a couple of trial runs, it would appear they may have made tweaks to the grinding set up. Grind setting no.3 was much better than you experienced, and no. 2 on the dial was very fine and caused the pressure gage to go way above the ideal range. Back to experimenting tomorrow, using your classic Italian blend too. my coffee intake will be through the roof over the next couple of days... Luckily I'm on night shift and need the caffeine. Keep up the good work.
Hi, Dan. My machine arrived yesterday (3/28/23). I used a medium-dark bean for my first test, set the grinder to 3, dose to 17, and got a massive over-extraction that made the pressure gauge to register half way into the red zone! LOL! The quick-start manual says to set the grind to 4 and dose to 15 for a medium-dark, but this caused the grind quantity to be quite a bit below the indicator level on the cup. So, I ground more coffee on the 3 level to fill the cup (after tamping). Did you experiment with the quick-start recommendations for dose and grind levels (15 dose, 4 grind)? How did those work out for you? Also, the guide recommended a temperature setting of medium. I had mine set to hot. Do you think this could have anything to do with the over-extraction? I appreciate any knowledge you can offer, sir.
Have one of these since Christmas. Today it stopped grinding coffee. The motor whirls etc but no coffee grounds going into the ports filter. With this model you cannot remove the grinder to clean and unclog. The only recommendation is to stick a vacuum cleaner nozzle in and suck out the beans which is not very useful. It seems to be the cheap disposable version of the prestige. It is being retuned tomorrow.
Hi Kev. Great video. I have this machine and as an amateur barista, i am really struggling with the dialling to get a creamy less bitter espresso. Btw can you please share the details of the guy(Radu- sorry if thatbis incorrect) who repairs coffee machines. Thanks
Hi Kev, I've just got the La Specialista Prestigio (Almost the same but with the integrated tamping system similar to the impress). Grinder seems to be similar still but with this one you CAN remove the burrs to clean which is nice. Still trying to get used to it but enjoying myself so far, struggling with the milk consistency for lattes though.
Looking at the Prestigio, one of the reviews suggested that whilst you can remove the burrs it isn’t sealed and the beans are a nightmare to clean out. Has this been fixed with the unit sealing for removal? Thanks in advance
@@neildavid6375 So I had an issue on Friday where the grinder wasn’t grinding. Took the beans out (as much I could) released the burr and hoovered any residual beans left behind. Got the little brush that came with and poked around a bit. Put everything back together and worked fine.
Great Video Big question I tried 30 dose and the portafiller overflowed all over the machine Eventually using dose 10 with grind size of 2 Not sure why your suggested settings caused my issues Any suggestions? Regards Harry
Hi Harry, when you say you tried 30 dose, you're referring to the grinding time, 30 seconds? I don't think I suggested that, unless I was having a moment ;-). Anyway, the grinding time will depend on the grind size, but yeah 30 seconds would probably be way too long. Ideally I'd use brew scales, and dose by weight, just using the grind time as a way to repeatedly get your desired dose weight. Cheers, Kev.
Looking at it again you said 20 seconds grind size 4 so my bad there. I just used Min grind size 5 and after tamping the coffee for a double cup size the coffee is above the required level and the portafiller won’t fit Finally I got it to work on grind size 2 with a minimum dose reading which ran for 12-13 seconds Does that sound right for Vittoria Italian blend
So basically speaking, "recipe" for each bag of new beans would be: 1. Grinder setting in the middle. 2. Grind 16-18g in double shot basket. 3. Pull few shots until you reach 20-30sec extraction time by adusting grinder to finer. Is this ok?
I think he should add a little extra time every time he goes fines, because it will yield less coffee when you grind finer using the same amount of time. Obviously that is trial and error.
This is the basic recipe I was going for, but if you see my latest videos on dialing in hopefully these will help. th-cam.com/video/-a9pJ80jjAg/w-d-xo.html
Nice video. One thing I will say you have to change the grind size as it's grinding doesn't work if you do it while the machine isn't on. Keep up the good work
This is what I'm wondering if it's worth getting a bean to cup machine because the grinder might be a bit meh, because you're stuck with it and it's wasted worktop space + need another grinder.
Hi, I just purchased this machine. When we try the Long Black only a little water comes out first before doing the shot. On your video quite a lot of water appears to come out before the shot. Am I doing something wrong? I'm new to these type of coffee machines.
Thanks Kev. Enjoyed the video. I currently have a Breville express, now 20 years old, and I need a replacement machine. DeLonghi was recommended to me but your video is making me think again. I have been happy with the Breville. Do you have input on that one?
Hey Kev! Thanks for your review! How did you get the water to come out first on the Long Black? On my version bought in Germany, the espresso comes out first, then the water for an Americano. Also, I agree that the gauge should be numbered, but if you count up from zero, then noon is 8 bar, and so the ideal 9 bar is one major notch past that. While I wish this had a wider range on grind settings, I do think it is a smart machine at it's pricepoint - at least in Germany. Not sure what it costs up there by you. Cheers!
Thanks Tom :-). This model is just set up this way, with a Long Black button and water first, it surprised me though as you saw. Is the button on your version labelled as long black of Americano? It's around £430-£450 usually in the UK, so it's fairly low priced comparatively speaking. It's not just the range though, it's the way it jumps massively at the lower grind settings. That's interesting re the pressures, did you use a PF pressure gauge or did you get these numbers from DeLonghi? Cheers Kev
@@Coffee_Kev Hey Kev, well someone more knowledgeable than me pointed out that these manometers top out at 16 bar, and to count backwards. I DID just check it with a manometer, and it seems to be the case, +/- 0.5 bar anyway. Cheers! Tom
I bought this machine couple days ago and I am struggling to get the optimal zone.. it stays well below.. do you think its down to coffee machine or is it a faulty maxhine? i made like 20 coffews now and tried all the settings
Does using espresso beans create any issues with oils and the grinder clogging over time? Sorry if this is a stupid question, as you’ve guessed I’m clueless😂
8 Bar is at 12 o clock. Also I had a bean stuck in the grinder and it wouldn't grind anymore, so i had to send it to the service center because you can't take the burrs out to clean it. So i imagine everytime this happens you would need to send it to the service. Really stupid thinking from Delonghi's part. Not to mention the only 8 grind settings when their automatics have 16 grind settings. It frustrates me.
I can't find a way to operate the hot water spout, anyone facing the same issue? It didn't even work when I want to follow the quick start instructions and run the hot water spout. Any help/advice would be appreciated.
Fantastic review thanks. Out of interest do you know how this compares to the Sage Barista express please? I have both on my shortlist for my 1st coffee maxhine and the Sage is about another £170 but wasn't sure if I'm going to see a real difference in quality? Many thanks
HI, The Arte is similar to machines like the Sage Barista Express, which is a great machine in my opinion, th-cam.com/video/uM1pBcUCI_Q/w-d-xo.html Here is my review you might like to watch. Cheers Kev
Can someone please tell me what is the difference between the La Specialita Arte EC9155M and the La Specialita Arte EC9255MB? I don't see any differences besides one has black plastic and the other has gray/silver plastic. There must be some other difference for the $100 extra you would pay for it.
Hi I recently bought this machine and sometimes when i press the steam button to stop the steamer i feel something like a static electricity shock. Anyone experienced the same? Any chance that is due to the steam covering the metal part of the machine and cause the problem? Or is it actually malfunctioning?
Hi, Its very difficult to say, but with any electrical equipment, If you are getting shocked or any problem for that matter I would stop using it ASAP and report the problem to the manufacturer. Cheers Kev
Mine came with the same problem! If anyone has one out of warranty and wants a link to the aftermarket part and a tutorial on how to replace it, it’d be my pleasure
@@Coffee_Kev hi I love look of machine How would one clean burrs ? How easy is it to adjust grinder when you make coffee grind finer when it’s on ? Also I didn’t like sage oracle Never made a good coffee for me so had sell it But my hope is this one will be a better buy
warning don't buy this machine 3 months very good, after that coffee is always under extract what ever I do even with freshly coffee ☕ don't buy you will be returning :(
Obviously he didn't read the manual. You can adjust grinder only when its grinding. Page 7-2. Very bad video - he didn't not show actual dosage after grinding (cut all details). And, when choose Black _ 1st goes Esspreso then water. And temperature of water on this machine that goes to portafielter only 73 deg.C. Nobody actually says about what temperature of Esspreso should Be? Hot or warm. But I like it hot and I don't know what machine is actually gives a hot Esspreso. I want to like this machine, but can't justify $500+ cost of this product.
hmm, maybe you watched a different video? 🤣I did show dosage and even stated the exact dose weight, and at 10:43 I stated that you should only adjust the grind finer while the burrs are running.
So if I give you two coffees, one made with tap water, one made with any water of your choice, you'll be able to tell the difference. I would bet a serious sum of cash (like, 50 pence) that you can't. Also, what tap water? Tap water is different all over the place, so it would depend not just on what country, but what part of that country. It would also depend on whether the tap in connection is coming from an under counter RO system or filter system. Ta, Kev.
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This is my 2nd Keurig coffee maker of this model. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxBrV-RbF5Nk0Rlt9i15aao-YMzqzTG8Vf The first worked fine for more than 2 years, and I could still get a decent cup of coffee out of it if I fiddled with it when I decided to replace it. The problem I had with my first unit was this: When attempting to brew a cup of coffee, the unit would either keep brewing until the coffee was undrinkable or it would not run long enough and the coffee produced was way too strong. I cleaned the unit as best I could but it did not help. So in the end it was just too much trouble to get a good cup of coffee out of it, so I decided to replace it with a new one, which has been working great since I unpacked it.
Hi Kev, thanks for this video, along with the others that have helped me choose a machine and my first home barista set up. My Arte arrived today and after a couple of trial runs, it would appear they may have made tweaks to the grinding set up. Grind setting no.3 was much better than you experienced, and no. 2 on the dial was very fine and caused the pressure gage to go way above the ideal range. Back to experimenting tomorrow, using your classic Italian blend too. my coffee intake will be through the roof over the next couple of days... Luckily I'm on night shift and need the caffeine. Keep up the good work.
Hi, Dan. My machine arrived yesterday (3/28/23). I used a medium-dark bean for my first test, set the grinder to 3, dose to 17, and got a massive over-extraction that made the pressure gauge to register half way into the red zone! LOL! The quick-start manual says to set the grind to 4 and dose to 15 for a medium-dark, but this caused the grind quantity to be quite a bit below the indicator level on the cup. So, I ground more coffee on the 3 level to fill the cup (after tamping). Did you experiment with the quick-start recommendations for dose and grind levels (15 dose, 4 grind)? How did those work out for you? Also, the guide recommended a temperature setting of medium. I had mine set to hot. Do you think this could have anything to do with the over-extraction? I appreciate any knowledge you can offer, sir.
Have one of these since Christmas. Today it stopped grinding coffee. The motor whirls etc but no coffee grounds going into the ports filter. With this model you cannot remove the grinder to clean and unclog. The only recommendation is to stick a vacuum cleaner nozzle in and suck out the beans which is not very useful. It seems to be the cheap disposable version of the prestige. It is being retuned tomorrow.
Hi Kev. Great video. I have this machine and as an amateur barista, i am really struggling with the dialling to get a creamy less bitter espresso. Btw can you please share the details of the guy(Radu- sorry if thatbis incorrect) who repairs coffee machines. Thanks
Hi Kev, I've just got the La Specialista Prestigio (Almost the same but with the integrated tamping system similar to the impress). Grinder seems to be similar still but with this one you CAN remove the burrs to clean which is nice. Still trying to get used to it but enjoying myself so far, struggling with the milk consistency for lattes though.
Looking at the Prestigio, one of the reviews suggested that whilst you can remove the burrs it isn’t sealed and the beans are a nightmare to clean out. Has this been fixed with the unit sealing for removal? Thanks in advance
@@neildavid6375 So I had an issue on Friday where the grinder wasn’t grinding. Took the beans out (as much I could) released the burr and hoovered any residual beans left behind. Got the little brush that came with and poked around a bit. Put everything back together and worked fine.
Can you show how to put the water filter in the water tank.
You can go into the settings and change it to the 2nd range of grind setting
How?
Great Video
Big question
I tried 30 dose and the portafiller overflowed all over the machine
Eventually using dose 10 with grind size of 2
Not sure why your suggested settings caused my issues
Any suggestions?
Regards
Harry
Hi Harry, when you say you tried 30 dose, you're referring to the grinding time, 30 seconds? I don't think I suggested that, unless I was having a moment ;-). Anyway, the grinding time will depend on the grind size, but yeah 30 seconds would probably be way too long. Ideally I'd use brew scales, and dose by weight, just using the grind time as a way to repeatedly get your desired dose weight. Cheers, Kev.
Looking at it again you said 20 seconds grind size 4 so my bad there.
I just used Min grind size 5 and after tamping the coffee for a double cup size the coffee is above the required level and the portafiller won’t fit
Finally I got it to work on grind size 2 with a minimum dose reading which ran for 12-13 seconds
Does that sound right for Vittoria Italian blend
Question on minimum the grinding lasts 12-13 seconds is this what you would expect?
Hey Kev, just wanted to say congrats on 10k, that's awesome! Tom
Thanks Tom 🙂
2nd that. Great achievement for a quality channel 👏.
@@keithdude30 Thanks Keith 🙂
So basically speaking, "recipe" for each bag of new beans would be:
1. Grinder setting in the middle.
2. Grind 16-18g in double shot basket.
3. Pull few shots until you reach 20-30sec extraction time by adusting grinder to finer.
Is this ok?
I think he should add a little extra time every time he goes fines, because it will yield less coffee when you grind finer using the same amount of time. Obviously that is trial and error.
@@mhaagmans1 I was weighing the dose, so I would have been doing what you're suggesting, but doing it by weight, not time, if that makes sense?
This is the basic recipe I was going for, but if you see my latest videos on dialing in hopefully these will help. th-cam.com/video/-a9pJ80jjAg/w-d-xo.html
Nice video. One thing I will say you have to change the grind size as it's grinding doesn't work if you do it while the machine isn't on. Keep up the good work
Thanks for the comment and kind words :-) Mean a lot.
Cheers
Kev
Just bought one of these, So you'd recommend 2 and 20 as a general rule? Americano mainly.
To foam the Milk, what ist the minimum amount of milk I can use?
I usually go by just under the spout line inside of the jug. That should be the right amount for a cappuccino/ latte
This is what I'm wondering if it's worth getting a bean to cup machine because the grinder might be a bit meh, because you're stuck with it and it's wasted worktop space + need another grinder.
I just bought this machine, can you explain what the dose knob actually does, and how it works. Thanks
it's just the timer, so if you set it to 15 seconds it'll run the grinder for 15 seconds.
Hi, I just purchased this machine. When we try the Long Black only a little water comes out first before doing the shot. On your video quite a lot of water appears to come out before the shot. Am I doing something wrong? I'm new to these type of coffee machines.
Thanks Kev. Enjoyed the video. I currently have a Breville express, now 20 years old, and I need a replacement machine. DeLonghi was recommended to me but your video is making me think again. I have been happy with the Breville. Do you have input on that one?
Hey Kev! Thanks for your review! How did you get the water to come out first on the Long Black? On my version bought in Germany, the espresso comes out first, then the water for an Americano.
Also, I agree that the gauge should be numbered, but if you count up from zero, then noon is 8 bar, and so the ideal 9 bar is one major notch past that.
While I wish this had a wider range on grind settings, I do think it is a smart machine at it's pricepoint - at least in Germany. Not sure what it costs up there by you.
Cheers!
Thanks Tom :-). This model is just set up this way, with a Long Black button and water first, it surprised me though as you saw. Is the button on your version labelled as long black of Americano?
It's around £430-£450 usually in the UK, so it's fairly low priced comparatively speaking. It's not just the range though, it's the way it jumps massively at the lower grind settings.
That's interesting re the pressures, did you use a PF pressure gauge or did you get these numbers from DeLonghi?
Cheers
Kev
@@Coffee_Kev Hey Kev, well someone more knowledgeable than me pointed out that these manometers top out at 16 bar, and to count backwards.
I DID just check it with a manometer, and it seems to be the case, +/- 0.5 bar anyway. Cheers! Tom
Excellent, ta for that Tom :-)
@@Coffee_Kev Oh, almost forgot. On my machine the knob is labelled with "Americano". Cheers!
@@TomsCoffeeCorner ah, they must have different versions for different markets or something.
I bought this machine couple days ago and I am struggling to get the optimal zone.. it stays well below.. do you think its down to coffee machine or is it a faulty maxhine? i made like 20 coffews now and tried all the settings
Does using espresso beans create any issues with oils and the grinder clogging over time? Sorry if this is a stupid question, as you’ve guessed I’m clueless😂
Hi
Thanks for the review, how would you compare this to the BREVILLE VCF152 Barista Max+ that you also previously reviewed ?
Trying to grind the beans but I don’t seem to be able to get it to work? Does it just automatically grind?
when you push the portafilter in to the cradle it should start grinding. Cheers, Kev.
8 Bar is at 12 o clock. Also I had a bean stuck in the grinder and it wouldn't grind anymore, so i had to send it to the service center because you can't take the burrs out to clean it. So i imagine everytime this happens you would need to send it to the service. Really stupid thinking from Delonghi's part. Not to mention the only 8 grind settings when their automatics have 16 grind settings. It frustrates me.
Thanks for that. Yeah not being able to access and remove the top burrs does seem odd, as does the small grinding range. Cheers, Kev.
I can't find a way to operate the hot water spout, anyone facing the same issue? It didn't even work when I want to follow the quick start instructions and run the hot water spout. Any help/advice would be appreciated.
Mine is only doing drips, I do not know what I am doing wrong, I dont get an even flow or stream
That just means the grind size is too fine, it's what we call being "choked". Just grind more coarse 🙂
Good review- thanks Kev- Where do you buy the glass cups that you used on long/flat white?
Hi, Thanks for your message.
Here is the link for the glasses.
Judge Double Walled Glass Coffee Cups from Amazon UK: amzn.to/3Q5oyVW
Cheers
Kev
Videos looking very sharp!
Great production quality!
Cheers Dave. Videos are about to make another leap in production quality, but I'm not telling you why, it's a secret... to be revealed soon!
Hi kev, can you give me Radu's details to repair my expresso machine as you haven't included the link. Cheers mate
Hi Rob,
Here is Radu's contact details:
espressorepairshop.co.uk/
Cheers
Kev
Fantastic review thanks. Out of interest do you know how this compares to the Sage Barista express please? I have both on my shortlist for my 1st coffee maxhine and the Sage is about another £170 but wasn't sure if I'm going to see a real difference in quality? Many thanks
Hi David,
I will be recording this video shortly.
Cheers
Kev
@@Coffee_Kev ye im stuck in between these two coffee machines too
@@Daniellewarner2010I’m currently trying to decide between these too as well with the same price difference. Which did you go for in the end?
What size is the tamper? 49mm, 50mm ? Tks :)
Is there another machine you may recommend instead around the same price as this one? 😇
HI,
The Arte is similar to machines like the Sage Barista Express, which is a great machine in my opinion, th-cam.com/video/uM1pBcUCI_Q/w-d-xo.html
Here is my review you might like to watch.
Cheers
Kev
Can someone please tell me what is the difference between the La Specialita Arte EC9155M and the La Specialita Arte EC9255MB?
I don't see any differences besides one has black plastic and the other has gray/silver plastic. There must be some other difference for the $100 extra you would pay for it.
Hi Sue,
It is just a change in the colour.
Cheers
Kev
@@Coffee_Kev thanks for answering! I went ahead and went with the new color and it cost me $100 more. Oh well, it looks nice!
Hi I recently bought this machine and sometimes when i press the steam button to stop the steamer i feel something like a static electricity shock. Anyone experienced the same? Any chance that is due to the steam covering the metal part of the machine and cause the problem? Or is it actually malfunctioning?
Hi,
Its very difficult to say, but with any electrical equipment, If you are getting shocked or any problem for that matter I would stop using it ASAP and report the problem to the manufacturer.
Cheers
Kev
You gained a lot of subs during this vid! :D :P
I heard your only supposed to change grind sizes while it’s grinding?
Yeah, when you're adjusting finer, in case any bits of bean get stuck in the burrs and causes misalignment. Ta, Kev
Mine came with the same problem! If anyone has one out of warranty and wants a link to the aftermarket part and a tutorial on how to replace it, it’d be my pleasure
Thanks Ben
would be lovely
Which Problem?
I have the same model and the pressure gauge doesn’t work. Why?!
Hi, It sounds like a fault, I would get in touch with Delonghi
Cheers
Kev
I have to admit, it's a smart-looking machine. (shame about the grinder)
Hi Andrew, it is. They've done a good job when it comes to the way it looks.
@@Coffee_Kev hi I love look of machine How would one clean burrs ? How easy is it to adjust grinder when you make coffee grind finer when it’s on ? Also I didn’t like sage oracle Never made a good coffee for me so had sell it
But my hope is this one will be a better buy
So you don’t advice us to buy this machine?
My only real issue is with the lack of grind adjustments, so if you think that would be an issue for you, maybe look at a different option.
Cheers
Kev
warning don't buy this machine 3 months very good, after that coffee is always under extract what ever I do even with freshly coffee ☕ don't buy you will be returning :(
What do u mean by under extract?
I have had for a very long time and it is still making great coffee. You can't tell people not to buy it, that's your experience.
Maybe you don’t know how to use it.
Maybe the presure gauge broke
Too much waffling!
I agree!
Obviously he didn't read the manual. You can adjust grinder only when its grinding. Page 7-2. Very bad video - he didn't not show actual dosage after grinding (cut all details). And, when choose Black _ 1st goes Esspreso then water. And temperature of water on this machine that goes to portafielter only 73 deg.C. Nobody actually says about what temperature of Esspreso should Be? Hot or warm. But I like it hot and I don't know what machine is actually gives a hot Esspreso. I want to like this machine, but can't justify $500+ cost of this product.
hmm, maybe you watched a different video? 🤣I did show dosage and even stated the exact dose weight, and at 10:43 I stated that you should only adjust the grind finer while the burrs are running.
What’s the point of buying all this complex expensive coffee equipment when you’re using tapwater? 😂 your coffee is still gonna taste like shite.
So if I give you two coffees, one made with tap water, one made with any water of your choice, you'll be able to tell the difference. I would bet a serious sum of cash (like, 50 pence) that you can't. Also, what tap water? Tap water is different all over the place, so it would depend not just on what country, but what part of that country. It would also depend on whether the tap in connection is coming from an under counter RO system or filter system. Ta, Kev.
I live in Scotland, excellent tap water here pal 👌