De'Longhi
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M
A solid mid-range pick in the coffee machines line-up, with Espresso Machine up front.
62/100
Espresso MachinetrueSensor grindingBlack
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Why we rate it
- PID temperature control
- Built-in grinder
- Steam wand
- No auto milk texturing
- No double boiler
Score profile
Scored against the coffee machines classWhere the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type
Machine typeEspresso Machine
PID temperature controlYes
Brewing
Built-in grinderYes
Grinder typeSensor grinding
Milk frotherYes
Steam wandYes
Milk carafe includedYes
Design and power
ColourBlack
More specs
Machine typeEspresso
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De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.MLa Specialista Opera EC9555.M
| De'LonghiDe'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.MThis page | De'LonghiLa Specialista Opera EC9555.M | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62 /100Better | 60 /100 |
| Type | Espresso Machine | Espresso |
| Milk frother | Yes | Yes |
| Drinks count | — | 5 |
Who it's for
Is the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable coffee machine for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need auto milk texturing, in which case a higher-tier coffee machine is the better call.
Daily user
Runs it most days and wants it to just work.
good
Busy household
Needs capacity and speed for a full home.
good
Budget buyer
Wants the essentials done well for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 62/100 against other coffee machines, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M?
Its pid temperature control stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Sage - The Oracle Jet?
The Sage - The Oracle Jet scores 64/100 versus this one at 62/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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