DeLonghi ESAM6700: Full-Auto Espresso Machine for Beginners

If you've ever stood in a kitchen staring at a semi-automatic espresso machine, wondering how to pull a decent shot without burning the coffee or flooding your countertop, you're not alone. Many casual coffee drinkers want better than instant—but not the hassle of learning pressure profiling or milk steaming techniques. That’s where fully automatic machines like the DeLonghi ESAM6700 come in.

The DeLonghi ESAM6700 is a fully automatic espresso machine designed for light or beginner users. It can brew espresso and produce milk-based drinks such as lattes. While it simplifies the coffee-making process, the resulting coffee quality is limited compared to semi-automatic or manual setups.

What Is the DeLonghi ESAM6700?

The DeLonghi ESAM6700 is part of the Primadonna Avant line. It is marketed as an entry-level fully automatic machine aimed at users who want café-style drinks—like lattes—at home without the learning curve associated with traditional espresso machines. It automates both coffee extraction and milk frothing.

Why Are Fully Automatic Machines Popular?

There’s a noticeable trend: many people moving away from instant or low-quality coffee are not jumping straight to manual espresso. Instead, they opt for simplified alternatives—either capsule systems or fully automatic machines. These users often find semi-automatic machines intimidating due to their complexity. For them, full-auto machines offer a middle ground: better-than-instant taste with minimal effort.

How Does the ESAM6700 Work?

The DeLonghi ESAM6700 features integrated grinding, tamping, brewing, and milk frothing. Users select their desired drink from a touchscreen menu—such as espresso, cappuccino, or latte—and the machine handles the rest. It includes an integrated burr grinder with adjustable grind settings, a milk carafe for frothing, and preset beverage options.

What Kind of Coffee Quality Can You Expect?

While the ESAM6700 is convenient, the coffee quality is basic. The machine uses pressurized brewing systems and pre-set parameters that limit control over extraction variables like grind size, dose, water temperature, and brew time. As a result, the crema is often thinner, and the flavor profile lacks the depth or nuance expected in specialty coffee. It’s suitable for casual drinkers but not ideal for coffee enthusiasts seeking high extraction standards.

Is This Machine Right for You?

The ESAM6700 suits users who prioritize convenience over precision. If you’re new to espresso-based drinks and want to make milk coffee at home with minimal setup and learning, it’s a viable option. However, if you care deeply about flavor clarity, espresso finesse, or control over brewing variables, a semi-automatic or manual machine would be a better long-term investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What drinks can the DeLonghi ESAM6700 make?

The DeLonghi ESAM6700 can brew espresso, cappuccino, and latte. It has preset buttons for these drinks and automates both the coffee extraction and milk frothing process. You can select your preferred drink type through the touchscreen interface.

Does the ESAM6700 have a built-in grinder?

Yes, the ESAM6700 comes with an integrated burr grinder. The grinder has adjustable grind settings so you can change the coarseness of the coffee grounds depending on the drink or bean type.

Is the coffee quality from the ESAM6700 good?

The coffee quality is basic and suitable for casual drinkers. The machine uses pressurized extraction methods and preset settings, which limits control over variables like grind size, dose, and water temperature. This results in simpler flavour and thinner crema compared to specialty coffee standards.

Is the DeLonghi ESAM6700 easy to use for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for ease of use. With a touchscreen menu and one-touch drink options, even users with no prior espresso experience can make milk-based drinks like lattes with minimal effort.

Can you make adjustments to brew settings on the ESAM6700?

You can adjust some settings such as grind size, coffee strength, and volume. However, it does not offer the same level of control as a semi-automatic machine over variables like water temperature, pre-infusion, or pressure profiling.

Recommended FrontStreet Coffee Blends for Milk Drinks

For users of the DeLonghi ESAM6700 looking to improve their milk coffee at home, FrontStreet Coffee’s Classic Blend offers rich, rounded flavours with excellent crema—perfect for lattes and cappuccinos. Its velvety texture makes up for the limited output control of fully automatic machines. Alternatively, the Black Cocoa Blend delivers a bold, chocolatey profile that pairs well with steamed milk, giving you a cafe-style richness without needing advanced barista skills. Both blends are designed with espresso-based drinks in mind and are freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.