DeLonghi Rivelia Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This espresso machine is absolutely incredible. From its slim and classy design (narrow instead of wide) it saves counter space. You can set up presets for multiple family members for their favorite brewed drinks and it’s easy to clean and maintain.

The machine itself is pretty great- easy to use, easy to empty, and I like the reminders to clean parts. But- and depending on the day this is a little or big issue- the sensor in the bottom tray that measures water in the drip tray is suuuuuper glitchy. Water gets into the little hole even when the tray is empty prompting “empty grounds” even when there are literally no grounds to empty- it’s just that little sensor. You can jiggle the water tray or slightly open and give it a puff and clear the water easily, but when I’m getting ready in the morning and have stepped away from the machine to do something like let the dogs out, it’s really aggravating to come back and see the machine failed to finish my Americano. And some days, it will do it EVERY SINGLE CUP. De’Longhi, this is an issue that shouldn’t be happening. Seems like a slight design flaw. It happens every darn day, so instead of a 5 star experience, that glitch drags it down to a 3.

This is the second DeLonghi machine we have purchased. Our first automatic espresso was the Magnifica. It performed flawlessly for nine years. We decided to upgrade this year and went with the Revelia. We could not be happier with our decision. We consider going with a Breville, as we have other appliances of that brand. But after doing a lot of research and factoring in the nine years, our prior DeLonghi machine lasted we decided to stay with DeLonghi. And this brand does not disappoint The Revelia is even better than the Magnífica. The machine makes flawless, espresso, amazing cappuccinos, regular coffee, and perfect lattes. We’re a large family with individual taste, and this machine makes everyone happy. I love that it uses less beans but produces a perfect cup every time. It’s much quieter than our former machine and is easier to clean and maintain. it was well worth the price. Five stars would buy again.

Great machine, easy setup, simple to customize, great taste

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this machine! I was worried that setup would be daunting, it wasn't! The machine walked me through it, and I made a perfect flat white! The only barrier was that all of my mugs are too high for the machine. I finally found two I could wedge under the machine and made my perfect drink. Cleanup is a breeze. I just need new mugs!

I genuinely look forward to making my coffee every morning now. The sleek, modern design fits perfectly in our kitchen, and the compact size makes it ideal for any space. One of my favorite features is how customizable it is—my husband and I have very different coffee preferences, and we were each able to set up our own profiles. The machine remembers everything, from brew strength to milk settings. It also includes two bean hoppers, which is great if you enjoy switching between blends. The touchscreen interface is intuitive and does all the work for you—just follow the on-screen prompts, and you’re set. It’s high-tech but incredibly user-friendly. Maintenance and cleaning are simple too; the machine provides reminders so nothing gets overlooked. Overall, this machine is absolutely worth the investment. Instead of buying lattes every morning, I can now enjoy barista-quality drinks at home—saving both time and money in the long run. I've been using it for about a month and couldn’t be happier. I’d highly recommend it to friends, family, or anyone serious about their coffee.

Great product. Easy to use and clean. Creates great drinks!

I’ve been waiting for this machine to be available in the US for over a year to replace our 20+ year old Magnifica machine which was finally getting tired. I can honestly say it was worth the wait. The quality of the coffees it produces is way beyond our expectations. My wife and I are very, very happy.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this coffee brewer. It allows me to customize what I'm making and it is very easy to clean and is long lasting. I am enjoying this coffee maker so much.

I’m interested in purchasing the Rivelia, but the only instruction manual posted is in Japanese. When will an English version be posted?

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The DeLonghi Rivelia isn't just a coffee machine; it's like having a personal barista right on your countertop. From the moment you unbox it – and let me tell you, the packaging is impressively secure, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition – the Rivelia makes you feel taken care of. The user experience is truly where this machine shines. Forget complicated manuals and frustrating setups. The Rivelia practically holds your hand through the initial installation. It politely guides you step-by-step, even taking into account the water characteristics of your location to optimize performance and maintenance. This thoughtful touch immediately sets it apart. Navigating the machine is an absolute breeze thanks to its intuitive interface. Selecting your desired coffee from the wide array of popular options is a joy. Whether you're craving a bold espresso, a creamy cappuccino, or a smooth latte, the Rivelia has you covered. But what's truly brilliant is the personalization aspect. Each user can create their own profile, fine-tuning settings like strength, temperature, and milk texture to their exact preferences. And it doesn't stop there. This machine actually learns! Throughout the day, it seems to adapt to your habits and tastes, subtly adjusting to deliver your perfect cup, exactly when you need it. It's a level of smart convenience I haven't experienced in other coffee machines. Beyond its intelligent features, the Rivelia boasts a compact and sleek design. It effortlessly blends into any kitchen aesthetic, adding a touch of modern elegance without taking up excessive counter space. Of course, all these fantastic features would be meaningless if the coffee itself wasn't up to par. Thankfully, the Rivelia delivers exceptional taste. Each brew is rich, aromatic, and boasts a delightful texture. Whether you're using your favorite beans or experimenting with new ones, the Rivelia consistently produces a delicious cup that rivals what you'd get at a high-end coffee shop. Maintaining the Rivelia is just as seamless as using it. The machine prompts you when cleaning or descaling is needed, again taking into account your local water hardness. It’s clear that DeLonghi has put a lot of thought into making the entire coffee-making process, from setup to cleanup, as effortless as possible. In conclusion, the DeLonghi Rivelia is more than just a coffee machine – it's an intelligent, user-friendly appliance that elevates your daily coffee ritual.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine is awesome. I can make my tea and my husband can get wired off of expresso. The machine is easy to setup, clean and use. There are many brewing options of choice. There is minimal noise when using and you can create your own program.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Brews perfectly, takes its time to make it right , it’s quite easy to use as it’s to clean . High quality machine with a great and helpful usage. I definitely recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was excited to try the Rivelia to see if it could replace my Starbucks habit. Prior to this machine, I just had a simple Keurig at home. This is definitely a high-quality, professional coffee and espresso maker and it’s big! I found there to be a big learning curve to be able to easily use the machine, but people who have used other machines like this will probably have an easier time. That said, once I figured out what I was doing, the Rivelia made excellent coffee/espresso drinks! The ability to foam milk is great and very easy to clean. The touch display helps newbies design their drink. I also liked the bean switch system since my partner and I like different types of roasts. Overall, if you’re willing to spend the time, this is a great machine to replace those trips to Starbucks!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I truly trust the De’Longhi brand to make an amazing espresso machine. I’ve been using a Nespresso Vertuo for years, so I was very excited to test out a more-savvy espresso machine with De’Longhi’s Rivelia. This machine is impressive, which you should expect with a product that comes with such a hefty price tag. The two bean hoppers make switching between coffee flavors or strengths a breeze, and my boyfriend and I love the user profiles so we can customize our cups to our own preferences. I absolutely love the iced coffee option! All the coffee options I’ve tried so far have been delicious. Depending on which coffee you choose, you can customize your cup to be extra strong or to be a small light cup of coffee. You can also customize the milk froth to be extra thick or a light foam. The machine thankfully isn’t too loud in the mornings to the point where you’d worry about waking others in your household. I also really enjoy the self-cleaning functions, and that the machine alerts me when a separate deep cleaning is needed for the milk frother, for example. It will walk you through how to separate each part every time it needs to be thrown in the dishwasher. During setup, it also will have you choose your water hardness which will help it determine when to ask you to clean other functions of the machine. Since owning this a little over a month, I have not been asked by the machine to clean or descale it, but will be prepared for it based on the hardness level I elected upon setup. A few things that do bother me about this machine, but may not bother you: 1. As mentioned above, I was impressed with the water hardness aspect, as it will allow the machine to gauge when to clean; however, to elect the water hardness during setup, the machine asks that you use an “included” water test strip. I do trust that this strip is usually included with the machine. But, after searching the Accessories box high and low about 5 times, I could not find the test strip in my package. I wonder if it was just missing from some Influenster boxes on accident? I had to call De’Longhi customer care, and while they were helpful in choosing my water hardness based on whether or not I can drink my tap water, I would’ve liked to get a more accurate read based on the included strip that the instructions tell the owner to use. The service rep was great, but the only other solution they offered was to go to Home Depot and purchase my own strips. 2. I don’t love the fact that to warm up upon powering on, the machine ejects some water. There have been some mornings where I cannot function correctly until I have caffeine, so I forget to put a glass underneath the spout and water goes into the bottom tray. Water also dispenses when the machine powers off. It’s an easy clean-up, but this can be annoying if you forget or do not store a glass under the spout when the machine isn’t in use for the next time you go to make your coffee. I also feel this looks a bit more cluttered for my kitchen countertop preferences, as the machine already takes up quite a bit of my countertop real-estate. Overall, I absolutely love this machine. If you can afford the price tag and are looking for one of the best cups of coffee you can make at home, this is definitely the top pick. The Rivelia looks beautiful in my kitchen, brews like a charm from the start of bean grinding to the finish of piping hot (or iced!) coffee in your mug, has smart cleanup settings, and has allowed me to be my own barista. The cons are somewhat minimal, and I have luckily found my work-arounds over the past 6-8 weeks for both the water testing and the water dispensing during warm-up and cool-down. All in all, I give the Rivelia 4 out of 5 stars and look forward to trying out all the coffee settings!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LOVE LOVE! I don’t know how I went without one before 🥲✨❤️ it’s a bit pricey, but worth the price, especially if you a huge coffee drinker. It’s easy to clean, I always clean it right after using it.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Prior to this, I had an inexpensive semi-automatic espresso machine. This one is an absolute breeze to use. Push a button, wait a minute, bam, cappuccino! Push a button again, double espresso. Can't beat the convenience. There's a lot of pieces to clean for the initial set up and it seemed daunting, but routine cleaning hasn't been that difficult. I appreciate the reminders to clean the carafe and drip tray so I really don't need to think about it at all. I especially appreciate that it comes with two bean hoppers and you can switch between them easily. I can make a decaf drink for my kids with minimal effort. The downsides? Despite using the same beans as I used to, my espresso is coming out sour. I've been adjusting the grind and trying to find other settings to adjust, but I haven't gotten it right yet. I was able to get better results with a separate grinder and tamping myself. Likewise, I preferred having more control over the milk frother. This one isn't bad, but it doesn't get as thick as I could with my old espresso machine. All in all, I think it's a good machine. I'm sure I'll get better with it as I use it longer. But I think the ideal machine for me would be somewhere between my cheap old one and this one. If you're in the market for a fully automatic, bean to cup machine, I think this is a great option!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great product! You can tell it is high quality right out of the box. I love that it is fully automatic and has a frother built in. I normally use nespresso but will be replacing that with this.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I never knew I needed an espresso machine until now. This thing elevates your at home coffee experience to the max. I have not bought a coffee since I got this. It makes a great coffee or espresso drink at home - cheaper and better in most cases! It is incredibly easy to use and setup. You simply follow the directions on the screen. Maintenance has been easy throughout as well. You really just have to empty the drip tray and wash the milk container. You have endless possibilities. My teens love it too and even show it off when they have friends come over - so you know it's cool! We have a growing syrup collection as well to add more customizations. Also the nozzle the espresso comes out of is height adjustable. We didn't realize that right away. But I truly can't say enough good things about this machine. I also love that you can easily swap out the beans if you have people who like different things or maybe drink decaf instead. This is obviously a luxury, but it's a luxury that is 100% worth it.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine is absolutely amazing! I have tried a few, but this one is the most user-friendly and intuitive by far. I just got it out of the box and plugged it in, and almost didn’t even need the instruction manual. It brought me step-by-step through everything I needed to set it up and get going. As it’s going through the steps, there are visuals on the screen instructing you where to find parts. It’s so customizable, from the water hardness based on the test strip, to making user profiles and changing the name and avatar. There are so many drinks to choose from! And with each one, you can customize it even further, such as cup size, intensity, and if you want an extra shot of espresso! You can save your favorite customized drinks to each user based on the time of day, which is really helpful. My husband and I have different tastes, so it’s nice to not have to keep telling the machine each parameter every time you want a drink. The interchangeable hoppers are a nice touch too, so you’re not stuck with only one kind of coffee beans. And speaking of beans, it has a technology that can configure the roast level based on the type of beans you have. That’s such an impressive personalized touch. It makes a mean flat white, and with any of the milk drinks, it tells you exactly how much milk to put in the carafe so you don’t have any waste. Even the regular black coffee has a nice crema! I love that it’s an all-in-one machine, as I was never able to get nice milk foam on my own. This one is seriously impressive with the customizable milk foam options. I really have no major complaints about this machine. It’s slightly long depth-wise, but is not wide and I would say fairly compact for the amount of drinks and features that it has. It’s well worth a shot…….of espresso!