De’Longhi Magnifica Evo Next Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Verdict
The Magnifica Evo Next is a solid super-automatic for straightforward cappuccino-and-latte routines, but it’s positioned as the weaker choice here—especially when priced the same as the Magnifica Plus in the U.S. It makes sense mainly when it’s meaningfully cheaper in your market and you don’t care about maximizing espresso intensity or milk-texture variety.
Pros
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Water system, maintenance & descaling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.5
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Accessories ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.3Includes practical extras for setup and upkeep (manual, scoop, cleaning items, hardness test strip); this review also notes a water filter is included in the box for optional installation.
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Cup, tray & carafe handling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.2
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Capacity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1Capacity is strong for a compact machine, with a large 1.8L water tank, a 250g bean hopper, and an ~280ml milk carafe with clear fill markers. This supports family use without constant refills, though some may still prefer smaller bean loads for freshness depending on hopper sealing.
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Value & Price ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.1
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Espresso & beverage quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.1
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Overall user experience ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.0User experience is generally approachable, but this comparison adds a key distinction: the 2.4-inch TFT display is not touch, so navigation relies on surrounding buttons and capacitive keys, making it feel less modern and intuitive than the Magnifica Plus’s fully touch interface.
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Milk, steam & frothing ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.9
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Build quality & durability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.8
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Assembly & Setup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.7
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Design, ergonomics & footprint ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.7
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Grinder, hopper & dosing system ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.7
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Speed & time-to-cup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.5
Cons
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App, connectivity & smart control ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.5
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Iced / cold-brew function quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.5Does not offer a cold-brew option, which may matter for buyers who want iced or cold-brew style drinks from an all-in-one machine.
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Accuracy of marketing claims ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 2.0Marketing can be a bit optimistic: prior notes suggest advertised noise figures may understate real-world use, and this review also criticizes the advertised 13 recipes as padded with hot water and gimmicky variations. Practical performance matters more than inflated spec-sheet counts.
