Overview
The De'Longhi EC9865.M La Specialista Maestro Plus represents the pinnacle of De'Longhi's La Specialista range, introducing a true dual boiler system rare in consumer machines at this price tier. Separate boilers for brewing and steaming eliminate wait times and temperature interference, allowing simultaneous espresso extraction and milk frothing for efficient workflow. The integrated sensor grinder with eight settings monitors bean hardness in real-time and adjusts automatically. Smart tamping delivers a perfectly level, consistently pressured tamp every time the portafilter locks in. Three pre-infusion profiles — classic, long, and cold brew style — offer creative flexibility. The automatic LatteCrema milk system produces café-quality microfoam, while a secondary manual steam wand caters to latte art enthusiasts. A large color display provides step-by-step guidance and drink customization with saved profiles. The all-metal construction with chrome accents delivers premium build quality. This machine bridges the gap between consumer convenience and prosumer capability.
The De'Longhi EC9865.M La Specialista Maestro Plus comes equipped with PID temperature control for precise brewing, pre-infusion for even extraction. It features a dual boiler boiler system made of stainless steel with a 400 ml capacity. The vibratory pump delivers 19.0 bars of pressure for optimal extraction.
Priced at $1,499, the De'Longhi EC9865.M La Specialista Maestro Plus is designed for serious home baristas who want café-quality espresso. As a semi-automatic machine, it gives you control over the brewing process while handling pressure and temperature automatically.
In terms of build quality, the De'Longhi EC9865.M La Specialista Maestro Plus is a substantial machine, weighing in at 15.0 kg, manufactured in Italy, drawing 1550W of power. With dimensions of 360 x 410 x 410 mm (W×D×H), make sure you have adequate counter space. The built-in water reservoir holds 2500 ml, making it easy to set up anywhere in your kitchen.
Full Specifications
| Brand | De'Longhi |
|---|---|
| Model | De'Longhi EC9865.M La Specialista Maestro Plus |
| Category | Semi-Auto |
| Status | Current |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Year Introduced | 2023 |
| Boiler Type | Dual Boiler |
| Boiler Material | Stainless Steel |
| Boiler Capacity | 400 ml |
| Steam Boiler Capacity | 300 ml |
| Pump Type | Vibratory |
| Pump Pressure | 19.0 bar |
| PID Control | Yes |
| Pre-Infusion | Yes |
| Pressure Profiling | No |
| Flow Control | No |
| Group Head | 51mm |
| Portafilter Diameter | 51 mm |
| Steam Wand | Auto |
| Water Source | Reservoir |
| Reservoir Capacity | 2500 ml |
| Cup Warmer | Yes |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 360 x 410 x 410 mm |
| Weight | 15.0 kg (33.1 lbs) |
| Wattage | 1550 W |
| Voltage | 120V |
| MSRP | $1,499 |