De’Longhi Rivelia Automatic Espresso Machine with Grinder and Milk Frother, EXAM44055B
Verdict
The De'Longhi Rivelia is a sweet spot for coffee lovers who want a modern touchscreen machine with dual bean hoppers and Bean Adapt tuning without going all the way to De'Longhi’s flagship prices. It is especially appealing if you regularly switch between different beans or decaf and value neat details like the built-in scoop storage, while accepting slightly smaller tanks and a milk carafe that needs regular cleaning.
Pros
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Assembly & Setup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8
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Scoop-storage convenience ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.8Reviewers call out the built in storage under the top lid for the ground coffee scoop and hot water spout as a small but very practical touch that keeps accessories handy, prevents them getting lost in a drawer and helps the machine feel neatly organized on the counter.
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Grinder, hopper & dosing system ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.6
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Milk, steam & frothing ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.6
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Speed & time-to-cup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.5
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Heating-element power ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.3Previous tests found the thermoblock delivering milk around 60–65°C and hot water close to brewing temperatures while transitioning smoothly between steaming and espresso. This review confirms milk in the low-60s and espresso or hot water in roughly the low-80s°C feel properly hot for most users, though anyone chasing extra-hot milk may still prefer a traditional steam-wand machine.
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Espresso & beverage quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.3
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Brewing performance & consistency ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.3Owners report that the machine heats fast and produces consistently strong, bean-to-cup shots, with Bean Adapt profiles and grind suggestions helping maintain strength and ratios. This review adds detail that Bean Adapt asks about bean type and roast, suggests grind adjustments after several test shots, and works with measured 5–10 g intensity steps, true double shots and pulsed long shots to keep brewing predictable once dialed in.
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Overall user experience ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.3Owners like the bright touchscreen that guides setup, profiles, Bean Adapt tuning and a large menu of one-touch coffees, even if a few drink options and surprise water purges feel quirky. This reviewer emphasizes how easy it is to swipe between drinks, tap straight into black-coffee or milk menus and save extras like an additional shot, concluding that for people wanting a fully automatic, dual-hopper latte and flat-white maker, it is hard to beat.
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Design, ergonomics & footprint ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1
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Value & Price ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.8
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Water system, maintenance & descaling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.5
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Capsules, pods & consumables ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.5
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Capacity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.5With around 1.4 liters of water capacity, a 250 gram bean hopper and space for about ten pucks, the compact Rivelia trades slightly smaller reservoirs for its slim look, but users still see the removable tank and bean hopper as big enough for several drinks and easy to refill.
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Accessories ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.5Reviewers point out that the optional cool froth carafe unlocks a full set of cold-foam milk drinks and can noticeably improve iced coffee flavour, but they also feel the roughly triple-digit price, forced bundle with glasses and occasionally flimsy packaging make it a nice-to-have accessory rather than an obvious must-buy.
Cons
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Iced / cold-brew function quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 2.5Previous feedback said the cool coffee options brew nearly as hot as regular drinks and simply pour over ice, leaving some people unimpressed with the cold results. This reviewer similarly finds the 'cool' black coffees end up lukewarm and prefers making iced americanos manually, but notes the optional cold froth carafe can produce much more satisfying iced milk drinks for those willing to buy the accessory.
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Mess-free used-puck disposal ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.5Reviewers note that while the top vents help hot pucks release heat so they are less likely to mold, the spent puck container can drop down if you do not hold it carefully and the grounds can get gross or moldy if you wait until it is completely full, so they recommend emptying and rinsing it regularly.
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Accuracy of marketing claims ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 2.3Some owners point out that the touchscreen shows coffee drinks with ice cubes even though the Rivelia cannot make true cold coffee or cold milk foam, so the icons and macros can give a misleading impression about iced drink capabilities despite the machine never being advertised as a cold brew specialist.
