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De'Longhi Rivelia review: switchable bean hoppers and one-touch milk
Our De'Longhi Rivelia review: two swappable bean hoppers, automatic milk and a colour touchscreen. Its UK price, how the model codes differ, owner complaints and who should skip it.
This De’Longhi Rivelia review looks at a bean-to-cup machine with an unusual selling point: two bean hoppers that you swap in and out, so you can keep two coffees on the go. The black EXAM440.55.B is £594.00 at Currys, checked 3 Oct 2026 (prices can change). We haven’t tested this in person. Our verdict is based on De’Longhi UK’s and Currys’ published specs, UK prices checked 3 Oct 2026, and owner comments on De’Longhi’s Feefo review page, which we link below. Read how we compare.
The short version: it’s a polished, touchscreen machine with automatic milk that makes most sense if you regularly switch beans. If you mostly drink one coffee, a cheaper De’Longhi will do the same job.
De’Longhi Rivelia review: the short answer
Buy the Rivelia if you share the machine with someone who drinks different beans, or you like having a decaf ready alongside your usual roast. De’Longhi UK says it comes with two interchangeable 250g hoppers, and a Switch mode empties the grinder before you change over.
Who it isn’t for: anyone who wants their latte very hot. It’s the most common complaint we found in owner reviews.
Weighing it against a cheaper machine? Our De’Longhi Rivelia vs Magnifica Evo comparison sets the two side by side, so we haven’t repeated that here. If you’re still deciding what type of machine you want, start with our guide to bean-to-cup machines. De’Longhi Magnifica Evo: See it at De’Longhi for De’Longhi Magnifica Evo (opens in a new tab)
What it costs right now
All of these prices come from Currys’ Rivelia listing and De’Longhi UK:
- Rivelia EXAM440.55.B (black): £594.00 at Currys, checked 3 Oct 2026 (prices can change).
- Rivelia EXAM440.55.BG (beige): Check price at Currys.
- Rivelia EXAM440.55.G (grey): £599.99 at Currys, checked 3 Oct 2026 (prices can change).
- Rivelia EXAM440.55.G (grey): £749.99 at De’Longhi UK, checked 3 Oct 2026.
- Rivelia Start EXAM420.55.GR (green) and EXAM420.55BXL (black): Check price at Currys. De’Longhi Rivelia Start: Check price at Amazon for De’Longhi Rivelia Start (opens in a new tab)
- Rivelia Start EXAM420.55WXL (white): £599.99 at Currys, checked 3 Oct 2026 (prices can change).
- Amazon UK: Check price at Amazon. We haven’t included an Amazon price.
On the day we checked, the grey Rivelia cost £150.00 less at Currys than at De’Longhi UK, and the black version was slightly cheaper than the Rivelia Start. Prices on these machines move around, so it’s worth checking both before you buy.
Who it isn’t for: anyone with a firm £400 budget. At around £600, it sits well above De’Longhi’s simpler bean-to-cup machines.
Rivelia or Rivelia Start: which are you buying?
Both models share the Rivelia name and look alike, so check the model code on the listing.
- Rivelia EXAM440.55 is the version this review covers. De’Longhi UK lists a 19-bar pump, a 1.4-litre removable water tank, a 3.5-inch colour touchscreen, 16 one-touch drinks, four user profiles and LatteCrema Hot automatic milk frothing. Currys also lists 19-bar pressure and a 1.4-litre tank.
- Rivelia Start EXAM420.55 is a separate model. Currys lists it with a 15-bar pump, a 1.4-litre tank, a removable milk carafe, a memory function and an automatic cleaning programme.
We haven’t confirmed the Start’s full feature list on a De’Longhi page, so if you’re considering it, compare its spec list with the full Rivelia before you pay. With Currys charging similar money for both on 3 Oct, there’s little reason to pick the Start unless you prefer its colours.
Who it isn’t for: anyone who wants the specs this review covers. Currys lists the Start with a 15-bar pump rather than the Rivelia’s 19 bar, and we haven’t confirmed its other features on a De’Longhi page.
The bean hoppers and Bean Adapt
This is what sets the Rivelia apart. You get two 250g hoppers. One sits on the machine while the other waits, filled with a different coffee. When you want to change, you use the Switch mode to clear the grinder, either by making one last drink or by grinding the leftover beans away, then swap the hopper. Currys also sells spare Rivelia hoppers (DLSC403), listed at 250g, if you’d like a third bean on standby.
De’Longhi UK says Bean Adapt Technology adjusts settings such as grind, dose and temperature to suit the beans you’re using. How well this works will vary with the coffee, so expect some trial and error with a new bag. If you’re looking for beans to try, our coffee beans guide covers UK options.
Who it isn’t for: anyone who buys one bag of beans and sticks with it. You’d be paying for a feature you won’t use.
Screen, drinks and milk
The Rivelia is controlled through a 3.5-inch colour touchscreen. De’Longhi UK says it offers 16 one-touch drinks, up to four user profiles and a menu that adapts to your routine through the day. Its spec sheet lists espresso, espresso lungo, coffee, long and americano, plus milk drinks including cappuccino, flat white, cortado, caffelatte, latte macchiato and hot milk, and hot water.
Milk is handled by De’Longhi’s LatteCrema Hot system, which froths milk automatically. De’Longhi UK says it works with dairy and plant-based milk. For cold drinks, De’Longhi mentions a LatteCrema Cool upgrade set, which it says unlocks six cold milk drinks. Check what’s included in the box before you rely on it. The spec sheet also lists iced coffee, iced espresso and iced americano.
One limit to know about: De’Longhi’s spec sheet says you can’t create your own recipes. You can adjust the drinks you’re given, but there’s no blank-slate recipe builder.
Who it isn’t for: anyone who wants app control. De’Longhi UK’s spec sheet lists no mobile app for this model.
Size, cleaning and water
De’Longhi UK lists the Rivelia’s dimensions as 245 x 430 x 385mm and a maximum cup height of 140mm. Check that tall mugs will fit and that the machine sits comfortably under your wall cupboards. The water tank holds 1.4 litres, which is smaller than some De’Longhi machines, so you may refill it more often.
De’Longhi UK lists Thermoblock heating, 1,450W of power, a water level indicator, programmable water hardness and the option of a water filter. Setting the hardness for your area tells the machine when to ask for a descale. Currys lists a two-year guarantee, and De’Longhi UK lists a two-year warranty.
Who it isn’t for: anyone who wants a machine that never asks for attention. You’ll need to empty the grounds container and drip tray, rinse the milk system and descale regularly.
What owners mention
De’Longhi’s Feefo review page for the Rivelia gathers reviews from several countries. We read through the critical ones to see what keeps coming up. The clearest theme is temperature: several owners said coffee and milk drinks weren’t hot enough. Others said it took some effort to get to know the machine. Some liked the design and said it was easy to use.
Owner comments are individual experiences rather than a measure of reliability, so treat them as things to be aware of rather than a verdict. If hot drinks matter most to you, the temperature comments are worth reading in full.
Downsides
- Drink temperature: the most common owner complaint.
- Cold milk may cost extra: cold milk drinks need the LatteCrema Cool upgrade set, so check what’s in the box.
- No custom recipes: according to De’Longhi’s spec sheet.
- Similar names: the Rivelia and Rivelia Start have different specs.
- 1.4-litre tank: smaller than some rivals, so more refills.
Alternatives worth a look
De’Longhi Magnifica Evo. A cheaper machine with one hopper. Our Rivelia vs Magnifica Evo comparison explains what you give up, and our De’Longhi Magnifica Evo review covers its model codes.
De’Longhi Eletta Explore. Another De’Longhi bean-to-cup option if you’re shopping around this price. See our De’Longhi Eletta Explore review for its price and features. De’Longhi Eletta Explore: See it at Currys for De’Longhi Eletta Explore (opens in a new tab)
Who it isn’t for: neither alternative suits anyone set on swappable hoppers, which is the Rivelia’s own feature. The cheaper Magnifica Evo codes also froth milk by hand, so they’re not for anyone who wants one-touch lattes (see our Evo review).
FAQ
What makes the De’Longhi Rivelia different? It comes with two interchangeable 250g bean hoppers, so you can switch between two coffees, according to De’Longhi UK.
Does the Rivelia froth milk automatically? Yes. De’Longhi UK lists LatteCrema Hot automatic milk frothing. Cold milk drinks need the LatteCrema Cool upgrade set.
Is the Rivelia the same as the Rivelia Start? No. Currys lists the Rivelia with a 19-bar pump and the Rivelia Start with a 15-bar pump, and they have different model codes.
How much is the De’Longhi Rivelia? £594.00 at Currys for the black EXAM440.55.B, or £749.99 at De’Longhi UK for the grey EXAM440.55.G, both checked 3 Oct 2026. Prices can change.
Verdict
De'Longhi Rivelia LatteCrema EXAM440.55 bean-to-cup coffee machine
A good-looking bean-to-cup machine built around one clever idea: two 250g hoppers you can swap, so you can switch between, say, a dark roast and a decaf without waiting for one bag to run out. Automatic milk, 16 one-touch drinks and four user profiles round it out. From £594.00 at Currys (checked 3 Oct 2026, prices can change) it's a fair buy for households that drink different beans, but people who want very hot milky drinks should read the owner comments first.
Pros
- Pro: From £594.00 at Currys, checked 3 Oct 2026, prices can change
- Pro: Two interchangeable 250g bean hoppers, per De'Longhi UK
- Pro: Automatic LatteCrema Hot milk frothing and 16 one-touch drinks, per De'Longhi UK
- Pro: 3.5-inch colour touchscreen with up to four user profiles
- Pro: Bean Adapt adjusts grind, dose and temperature for the beans you use, according to De'Longhi UK
Cons
- Con: Several owners say coffee and milk drinks aren't hot enough
- Con: Cold milk drinks need the LatteCrema Cool upgrade set
- Con: De'Longhi's spec sheet says you can't create your own recipes
- Con: Rivelia and Rivelia Start are different models at similar prices
- Best for
- Households that keep two kinds of beans on the go, such as regular and decaf, and want lattes and cappuccinos at one touch.
- Who it isn't for
- Anyone who likes their milky coffee piping hot, or who'd rather spend under £400 and use one bag of beans at a time.
See it on the maker's site: De'Longhi's UK page for the Rivelia LatteCrema EXAM440.55 bean-to-cup coffee machineLink: De'Longhi's UK page for the Rivelia LatteCrema EXAM440.55 bean-to-cup coffee machine. Not an affiliate link.
Sources
- Currys' Rivelia listing (currys.co.uk)
- De'Longhi UK (delonghi.com)
- Feefo review page for the Rivelia (feefo.com)