Overview
The perfect beginner's espresso machine, the DeLonghi Stilosa comes with everything you need to pull a good shot out of the gate. Single and double-shot pressurized baskets offer flexibility for fresh ground, pre-ground, or ESE pod options, while a panarello-style steam wand makes texturing and heating milk for lattes a breeze. A new and improved model on the same platform as the EC155, the Stilosa still carries its predecessor's stainless steel boiler and all-manual controls—all in a fresh-designed, cabinet-friendly layout that makes for a great introduction into home espresso.
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Skill Level
Beginner: Simple controls and forgiving pressurized baskets help new users brew better.
Intermediate: For the daily barista looking for finer shot controls and higher machine quality.
Expert: For the espresso enthusiast who needs premium components and cutting-edge brew features.
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Programming
Manual: Manual dosing and steaming puts drink quality in your hands.
Moderate: Espresso programming adds consistency to every drink you make.
Automatic: Automated brewing and steaming make espresso even easier.
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Size
Compact: 8" Width or less
Mid-Size: 8-12" Width
Full-Size: 12" Width or more
Compact -
Temp Control
Single Boiler: A single boiler handles both brewing and steaming.
Double Boiler: Dedicated brew and steam boilers allow for increased consistency.
Thermoblock: A quick-heating boiler alternative for faster warm-up times.
Heat Exchanger: Flash-heated brew water and a large steam boiler lets you brew and steam simultaneously.
Boiler+Thermoblock: A traditional boiler for brewing with a thermoblock for instant steaming.
Double Thermoblock: Two dedicated thermoblocks offer instant brewing and steaming.
Single Boiler
- Pressurized Portafilter: The 51mm portafilter comes with both single and double pressurized baskets.
- Stainless Steel Boiler: A tiny but mighty steel boiler comes to brew or steam temp quickly.
- Compact Case: The Stilosa's kitchen-friendly 8x10 footprint fits almost anywhere.
- Assisted Steaming: The Stilosa comes equipped with a panarello-style steam wand for easy milk texturing.
- Water Level: Keeping an eye on your water level is easy thanks to the Stilosa's water level view; and refills are simple with a top-loading removable reservoir.
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Pros
- Where it Counts: The epitome of no-frills, the Stilosa still packs in a stainless steel boiler mounted right into/above the group—meaning shots are hotter than the competition.
- Into the Spring of Things: DeLonghi has added a spring to hold their portafilter baskets in! A small change that makes for much-improved usability.
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Cons
- Small Baskets: The Stilosa's pressurized baskets are on the small side, classic Italian 7g shot sizes are the norm.
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Pros
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How Does it Compare?
The Stilosa upgrades on DeLonghi's previous entry-level model, the EC155, with redesigned casing and an improved portafilter and drip tray.
About DeLonghi
DeLonghi offers a wide range of semi-auto and super-automatic espresso machines, as well as grinders and more. A necessity for any non super-automatic brewer, DeLonghi’s grinders are the perfect pair to one of their semi-auto machines. Their semi-autos allow for more control over the process, but help you to learn about brewing café quality drinks from your home! Whichever type of machine is more your style, DeLonghi has a brewer for you
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Manufacturer
DeLonghi
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Skill Level
Beginner
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Model Number
EC260.BK
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Width
8 inches
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Depth
10 inches; 13 inches w/ portafilter
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Height
11.5 inches
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Product Weight (lbs.)
12.000000
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Volts
120 V
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Case Material
Plastic with Metal Finish
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Boiler Material
Stainless Steel
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Cup Clearance
Max 4.25 inches
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Reservoir Size
34 oz
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Solenoid Valve
No
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Cup Tray
Yes
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Available Portafilters
Pressurized
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Warm Up: Brew Time
6:13
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Boiler Design
Single Boiler
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Pod Friendly
Yes - without adaptation
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Water Sources
Reservoir/Internal Tank
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Auto Shut Off
No
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Auto On
No
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Pre-Infusion/Aroma
No
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Size
51mm
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Material
Metal and Plastic
Warranty Information
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What it Covers: DeLonghi espresso machines, coffee makers and grinders
Length: 1 Year (Small espresso machines, capsule machines, coffee makers, grinders and other electronics), 2 Years (Superautomatic espresso machines)
Who Supports the Warranty: DeLonghi
Warranty Contact Information: 800-322-3848
Eligible for SCG Extended Warranty? No
Can SCG Repair? Yes (Superautomatic espresso machines only). Read more about our repair services.
User Manual
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Price |
$329
Regular Price
$479
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Auto On | No |
Auto Shut Off | Yes |
Boiler Design | Thermoblock |
Boiler Material | Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum |
Cup Clearance | 3.5 inches |
Cup Tray | Yes |
Depth | 17 inches w/ portafilter |
Height | 12.5 inches |
Portafilter Size | 54mm |
Programmability | Temperature, Shot Time |
Reservoir Size | 2 L |
Solenoid Valve | Yes |
Warm Up: Brew Time | 52 Seconds |
Water Sources | Reservoir/Internal Tank |
Width | 7 inches |