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De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M vs WMF Lono portafilter machine
Prices in euros from Amazon.de, as of 11 June 2026. Prices and availability may differ on Amazon.co.uk.
By Seydhan Cakmak · Editor-in-chief · Last checked: · AI-translated from the German original
Two compact portafilter machines with 15 bar and a thermoblock. The De’Longhi Dedica is extremely slim at 15 cm and suits ESE pads, while the WMF Lono relies on a Cromargan housing and complete accessories including a tamper. Compared are width, heat-up time, housing, flexibility, accessories and price.
Editorial rating based on manufacturer specs and Amazon catalogue data. We do not trial products ourselves. How we rate
Who wins in which category?
| Category | Winner | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Footprint width | De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M | only 15 cm wide, one of the slimmest portafilter machines; WMF names no such slim width |
| Heat-up time | De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M | ready to use in approx. 40 s against "under 1 minute" for the Lono |
| Pad flexibility | De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M | inserts for 1/2 cups and ESE pads against ground coffee only (2 filter baskets) for WMF |
| Housing | WMF Lono portafilter machine | Full-surface Cromargan (stainless steel) against the Dedica's metal front with plastic parts |
| Accessories | WMF Lono portafilter machine | Tamper and measuring spoon are included; not stated for the Dedica |
| Price | WMF Lono portafilter machine | from €99 vs from €124 |
Which one is right for you?
If you are looking for the slimmest machine, like working with ESE pads and want to be ready in 40 seconds in the morning → De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M. If you prefer the higher-quality all-metal housing, an included tamper and the lower price → WMF Lono portafilter machine. Both reach the same rating of 8.6.
De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M or WMF Lono portafilter machine? Short answer.
Which is better: De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M or WMF Lono portafilter machine?
That depends on your priority. Footprint width: De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M (only 15 cm wide, one of the slimmest portafilter machines; WMF names no such slim width); heat-up time: De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M (ready to use in approx. 40 s against "under 1 minute" for the Lono); pad flexibility: De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M (inserts for 1/2 cups and ESE pads against ground coffee only (2 filter baskets) for WMF). Which model suits which type of user is covered in the conclusion of this comparison.
How do the De’Longhi Dedica and WMF Lono differ?
The De’Longhi Dedica and WMF Lono differ mainly in these points: footprint width (advantage De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M), heat-up time (advantage De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M), pad flexibility (advantage De’Longhi Dedica EC685.M), housing (advantage WMF Lono portafilter machine), accessories (advantage WMF Lono portafilter machine), price (advantage WMF Lono portafilter machine).
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