De’Longhi Magnifica Start
A strong-value route into fresh bean-to-cup coffee, with one-touch black drinks and a traditional frother that keeps the price and cleaning burden down.
Read full review →De’Longhi Magnifica Start or Rivelia?
Magnifica Start covers the core bean-to-cup routine for less. Rivelia adds profiles, a broader interface and the useful Bean Switch hopper system.
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De’Longhi Rivelia
A polished bean-to-cup machine that makes switching beans and sharing profiles genuinely useful rather than gimmicky.
Read full review →| Decision | De’Longhi Magnifica Start | De’Longhi Rivelia |
|---|---|---|
| Index score | 85/100 | 91/100 |
| Best checked price | £299.99 | £599 |
| Machine type | Entry bean-to-cup | Bean-to-cup |
| Ready in | 40 sec | 40 sec |
| Width | 24 cm | 24.5 cm |
| Depth | 44 cm | 43 cm |
| Grinder | Integrated conical burr, 7 settings | Built-in conical burr |
| Milk | Manual frother | Auto carafe |
| Water tank | 1.8 L | 1.4 L |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Choose Magnifica Start when price and a straightforward one-touch routine matter more than profiles or switching beans.
- Low price for a full bean-to-cup machine
- Four direct drink controls
- Removable brew unit simplifies cleaning
Choose Rivelia for multiple users, easier bean changes and a more polished guided experience.
- One-touch drinks with reliable milk texture
- Bean Switch hoppers make changing coffee easy
- Four user profiles
The decision in one line
Magnifica Start is best for budget-conscious households that mainly drink espresso or americano. Rivelia is best for busy households that want one-touch milk drinks and multiple bean choices.