Is the De'Longhi ECP3420 worth it for a beginner?

Yes, if you want to learn espresso without spending much. It rewards practice with decent shots, but budget for a burr grinder since none is built in.

Does it come with a grinder?

No. It uses pre-ground coffee or grounds from your own grinder. A burr grinder is the single biggest upgrade for shot quality.

How do I froth milk on it?

Use the manual steam wand: submerge the tip in cold milk in a pitcher and open the steam knob. It takes practice to get smooth foam, and the wand needs wiping after each use.

How many shots can it brew at once?

It brews one or two shots per cycle using the single or double basket. The 37 oz tank holds enough water for several rounds before a refill.

Mostly. The drip tray and water tank are removable, but parts are not dishwasher safe, so wash them by hand and descale regularly.

De'Longhi ECP3420 Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother

Q: Where can I buy the De'Longhi ECP3420 Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, eBay.

Last price we saw

$199.95at Amazon, last seen Oct 31

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Our take on the De'Longhi ECP3420 Espresso Machine with Manual Milk Frother

The De'Longhi ECP3420 is a compact 15-bar pump espresso machine with a manual steam wand for frothing milk. It brews single or double shots from ground coffee and includes a reusable filter, a removable drip tray and a 37 oz water tank. Its small footprint (about 7.25 in wide) suits kitchens with limited counter space. It is a hands-on machine: you grind, dose and froth yourself rather than pressing one button.

Best forFirst-time espresso buyers on a budgetSmall kitchens and apartmentsDrinkers who want to steam milk manually