De'Longhi · Super-autoMagnifica Plus (ECAM32070SB)
De'Longhi's top-of-the-Magnifica-range super-automatic packs 18 one-touch recipes, a LatteCrema Hot milk carafe, a 3.5-inch TFT touchscreen, and four user profiles into a genuinely compact footprint — all at a mid-tier price that undercuts the Dinamica Plus.
The short version
The Magnifica Plus is De'Longhi's most capable bean-to-cup to date in this tier, landing between the Evo and the Dinamica Plus in price while punching closer to the latter on features.
What you must accept is what every super-auto demands: shots are sealed-system extractions, not craft espresso — convenience is the product.
Why people buy it
- 18 one-touch drink presets with four sizes and five intensity steps cover almost every household order, including iced options
- LatteCrema Hot carafe with three foam-density settings produces repeatable, cleanable milk drinks without manual wand skill
Why they don’t
- Shot quality ceiling is fundamentally capped by the sealed thermoblock brew system — not a machine for dialling in craft espresso
The full tally
- 18 one-touch drink presets with four sizes and five intensity steps cover almost every household order, including iced options
- LatteCrema Hot carafe with three foam-density settings produces repeatable, cleanable milk drinks without manual wand skill
- Front-facing water tank and drip tray make under-cabinet placement practical in a way most super-autos do not
- Four saved user profiles mean every household member can have their preferred drink waiting without re-dialling
- Shot quality ceiling is fundamentally capped by the sealed thermoblock brew system — not a machine for dialling in craft espresso
- No brew temperature control; temperature is fixed and cannot be adjusted by the user
- Vibratory pump is audible and several owners flag noise during grinding and extraction as a real-world annoyance
What the community knows
Years of owner threads, distilled — well regarded.
Excellent convenience and milk texture (LatteCrema) execution within the super-automatic niche, but early 2025 electronic failures (control board, on/off cycling, power faults) and zero long-term ownership data undercut confidence; predecessor Magnifica proved durable, but this…
Beginner fit
kind to first-timers
Convenience
speed and simplicity, day to day
Value
price-to-performance the community respects
All 9 community measures
price-to-performance the community respects
shows up every morning, year after year
parts and repairs — you are never stranded
mods, guides, and community know-how around it
kind to first-timers
years before you outgrow or replace it
how far the cup can go, per dollar
speed and simplicity, day to day
Worth knowing before you buy — Earlier Magnifica generations proved durable over a decade; this Plus version's early electronic failures suggest the buyer is essentially beta-testing a revised platform.
Known weak points — Control board failures, on/off cycling loops, power button assembly faults, grounds bypass into waste bin with error messages, display malfunctions, electronic power faults with parts unavailable through authorized service.
“Its menu is larger than those you'll find on similarly-priced options, and the ability to make iced coffee and espresso is a really nice addition.”
“For the most part, this coffee machine can make a great espresso and decent milk-based drinks, although I needed to adjust the grind carefully to get the best results.”
“The Magnifica Plus makes the best espresso of all the super-automatics I have tried. The adjustment and customization possibilities are generous.”
The measurements
Scored 0–5 on the same rubric as everything on file — the words matter more than the numbers.
The measurements
0–5, one rubric- Shot ceiling
- capable2.5
- Steam power
- workable3
- Built to last
- fair3
- Easy daily
- manageable4
Position in the market
Every dot is a rival, measured the same way. The gold one is this.
- Lower half for shot ceiling
- a higher ceiling than 14 of the 237 machines we’ve measured
- A value pick at this level
- 63% of machines this capable cost more
- Lower half for build
- sturdier than 28% of the field, by the community’s own record
Every dot is a machine measured on the same rubric. See the whole market
Living with it
The part spec sheets skip: counter space, upkeep, and what owners learn later.
The honest note — Owners who start enjoying the espresso side and want more control over extraction commonly step to a semi-automatic paired with a dedicated grinder (e.g. De'Longhi La Specialista line, or a Breville Barista Express). Within the super-auto category, the step up is the De'Longhi Dinamica Plus (more refined build, app connectivity) or the Eletta Explore (cold brew modes).
The full spec sheet
- Type
- Super-automatic (bean-to-cup)
- Heat-up time
- 42 seconds
- Steam power
- 3/5
- Brew + steam at once
- No
- Guest recovery
- 3/5
- Shot quality ceiling
- 2.5/5
- PID temperature control
- No
- Milk system
- Integrated carafe (one-touch)
- One-touch drinks
- 18
- Removable brew group
- Yes
- Hot-water tap
- Yes
- Cup clearance
- 14 cm
- Workflow demand
- 1/5
- Maintenance
- 3/5
- Noise
- 3/5
- Build longevity
- 3/5
- Dimensions
- 24.13 × 44.45 × 35.56 cm
Before it arrives
What completes this machine — the faded pieces can wait.
Descaler & backflush kit — Electric boilers scale up and grouts gunk up — a descaler plus backflush routine is what keeps the machine alive for a decade.
- Descaler & backflush kit — Electric boilers scale up and grouts gunk up — a descaler plus backflush routine is what keeps the machine alive for a decade.
- Espresso cups & glassware — Proper demitasse and latte glasses keep the drink hot and look the part.
Feed it right
Week one is dial-in — and stale beans will lose it.
Coffee more than a few weeks past roast won’t extract predictably, and a new machine gets blamed for it. Super-autos reward consistency: a stable medium roast keeps the hopper predictable and the milk drinks sweet.
Pick your coffee — any of these dials in beautifully here:
Wild Ember - Ethiopian Buno Dambi UddoSCA 92Medium roast · Odo Shakiso, Guji Zone, Oromia · NaturalBlueberry · MarmaladeSteady and repeatable — right for this setup’s lane.CA$26.83 · roasted to order
Etherea - Ethiopian YirgacheffeSCA 88Medium roast · NaturalJasmine · BergamotSteady and repeatable — right for this setup’s lane.CA$24.16 · roasted to order
Sergio - Brazillian Fazenda Joia Rara Aerobic FermentedSCA 88Medium-light · Cerrado Mineiro · Aerobic FermentedHoney · OrangeSteady and repeatable — right for this setup’s lane.CA$29.18 · roasted to orderNo proper grinder yet? Sort that first — it decides more of the cup than the machine does. We ship whole bean, roast-dated, timed so it lands fresh the week your burrs do.
Roasted to order, daily, in Ajax, Ontario · ships Canada-wide. We’re the roastery behind this database — measuring the machines is how we make sure the coffee gets a fair shot.
On film
How it runs on camera, from around the community.
Common questions
Can the Magnifica Plus use pre-ground coffee?
Yes. It has a bypass doser that accepts pre-ground coffee, which is useful for decaf or guests who bring their own beans.
Does the Magnifica Plus have an app?
No. Unlike the Dinamica Plus or Eletta Explore, the Magnifica Plus (ECAM32070SB) has no smartphone app or Wi-Fi connectivity.
How do you clean the milk system?
The LatteCrema Hot carafe is dishwasher-safe and compact enough for regular cleaning. The machine also runs an automatic cleaning and descaling cycle accessible via the touchscreen menu.
How does it compare to the Magnifica Evo?
The Magnifica Plus adds a 3.5-inch full-color touchscreen, 18 drink presets (vs. 7 on the base Evo), three-density foam control on the LatteCrema carafe, and four user profiles. The Evo is cheaper but meaningfully less flexible.
Is the water tank front-loading?
Yes. The 1.9-litre tank slides out from the front (or side, depending on reviewer phrasing — both descriptions appear in sources), making it practical under a cabinet without pulling the machine forward.
Worth comparing
De'Longhi
Eletta Explore
De'Longhi's most capable super-automatic pairs a one-touch menu of 50+ hot, iced, and cold-brew drinks with dual LatteCrema carafes — one for hot foam, one for cold — and a rapid cold-extraction system that produces a cold-brew base in under five minutes. The trade-off is a modest shot ceiling and a grinder that makes its presence known acoustically.
US$1,499–1,799 · CA$1,745–2,000
Jura
E6 (2023)
A push-button Swiss super-automatic built around black coffee and cappuccino, with Jura's Pulse Extraction Process and a 2023 refresh that adds an 8th-generation brew unit and Professional Aroma Grinder. Straightforward enough for any household, limited enough to frustrate latte drinkers.
US$1,699–1,899 · CA$2,095
KitchenAid
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine KF6
KitchenAid's entry-level super-automatic bean-to-cup machine, offering 15 drink presets, 4 user profiles, a removable metal-clad hopper with auto-purge, and Quiet Mark-certified operation — all in a stainless-steel-clad body with no milk carafe included.
US$999–1,199
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