Ninja Luxe Cafe vs De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB

The Magnifica Evo is the safer pick for most shoppers who want one-touch espresso and milk drinks with little fuss. The Luxe Cafe does more: it adds drip coffee, cold brew and a built-in scale, and its burr grinder and dosing automation are a step above. Both are rated 4.5, but owners of the Ninja note it is large, heavy and weak on cold brew, while De'Longhi owners praise the simple bean-to-cup routine. Buy the Ninja if you want one machine for espresso, filter coffee and cold drinks; buy the De'Longhi if espresso and milk drinks are all you make.

• Choose the Ninja Luxe Cafe if you want espresso, drip coffee and cold brew from one countertop machine with a built-in scale and guided dosing.
• Choose the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo if you mainly drink espresso and milk drinks and want simple one-touch recipes with a milk carafe you can store in the fridge.