De'Longhi De'Longhi ECAM290.21.B Magnifica Evo Long Black Automatic coffee machine vs Siemens — Comparison

The De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM290.21.B at £349 and the Siemens TF301G19 at £299 are both fully automatic bean-to-cup coffee machines aimed at buyers stepping up from pods or instant coffee. Each grinds fresh beans for every cup, so both deliver noticeably fresher flavour than pre-ground coffee, but they differ in convenience features and price.

The De'Longhi Magnifica Evo offers four one-touch recipes, a 1.8L water tank and a 250g bean container, letting you make drinks such as espresso, coffee and long black at the press of a button. Its Long Black variant name reflects its focus on black coffee styles, and De'Longhi's Magnifica range is known for reliable grinders and straightforward controls. The Siemens TF301G19 is the entry model in Siemens' EQ range of fully automatic machines, finished in black, offering one-touch espresso and coffee with adjustable strength. Siemens builds its machines with features such as automatic rinsing to simplify cleaning, though the TF301G19 is more basic than its EQ siblings.

The £50 gap buys more programmed recipes and a well-proven bean-to-cup platform with the De'Longhi, which suits households that drink several coffees a day and want variety without fuss. The Siemens appeals to buyers who mainly drink espresso or black coffee, want a compact, cleanly styled machine and prefer to spend less. If you drink milk-based drinks, check the steam or milk options on each model, as neither is listed with an automatic milk system.

Bottom line: choose the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM290.21.B at £349 if you want more one-touch recipes, a 1.8L tank and a proven grinder for daily use. Choose the Siemens TF301G19 at £299 if you want a simpler, cheaper entry into bean-to-cup coffee.