Description
Guided Barista Craft. Intelligent Bean Adaptation. Picture-Perfect Milk Texture.
The De’Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455M combines the hands-on satisfaction of manual espresso preparation with intelligent guidance that helps you achieve consistent café-style results at home. From grinding and dosing to tamping, extraction and milk texturing, the intuitive 3.5-inch colour touchscreen guides you through every stage of the coffee-making process.
With an integrated burr grinder offering 15 grind settings, Bean Adapt Technology, four brewing temperatures and the advanced Auto LatteArt steam wand, La Specialista Touch makes it easier to prepare rich espresso, silky flat whites, creamy cappuccinos and refreshing cold brew drinks with less guesswork.
Compact enough to fit neatly on a kitchen worktop, this premium silver coffee machine includes a complete barista accessory kit for accurate dosing, mess-free tamping and professional milk preparation.
Key Features
- Guided Manual Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
- 3.5-Inch TFT Colour Touchscreen
- 9 Pre-Programmed Coffee Recipes
- Integrated Burr Grinder
- 15 Adjustable Grind Settings
- Bean Adapt Technology
- Automatic Grind, Dose & Temperature Guidance
- Four Brewing Temperature Settings
- Auto LatteArt Steam Wand
- Four Milk Temperature Settings
- Five Milk Texture Levels
- Suitable for Dairy & Plant-Based Milk
- Cold Brew Function
- Mess-Free Dosing and Tamping Guide
- Single and Double Single-Wall Filter Baskets
- 1.8-Litre Water Tank
- 15-Bar Pump Pressure
- Compact Metal Design
Guided Coffee Making with a 3.5-Inch Touchscreen
The full-colour touchscreen provides clear step-by-step guidance, helping you move confidently through grinding, dosing, tamping, brewing and milk preparation.
- Intuitive 3.5-inch display
- Guided coffee preparation
- Clear drink selection
- Easy setting adjustments
- Ideal for beginners and experienced users
9 Pre-Programmed Recipes
Choose from a menu of popular coffee-shop favourites and follow the on-screen guidance to prepare each drink with greater consistency.
- Espresso
- Americano / Long Black
- Latte
- Latte Macchiato
- Cappuccino
- Macchiato
- Flat White
- Hot Milk
- Cold Brew
Bean Adapt Technology
Bean Adapt Technology helps unlock the flavour potential of different coffee beans by optimising key preparation settings.
- Guides grind-size selection
- Helps optimise coffee dose
- Adjusts brewing temperature
- Supports balanced extraction
- Helps produce consistent crema
Integrated Burr Grinder with 15 Settings
The built-in burr grinder prepares fresh coffee directly into the portafilter, with 15 grind sizes to suit different bean varieties, roast levels and drink preferences.
- Freshly ground coffee for every drink
- 15 grind-size adjustments
- On-screen grind guidance
- Suitable for different coffee beans
- Consistent everyday dosing
No Guesswork, Less Mess
The supplied Dosing and Tamping Guide fits around the portafilter to help keep ground coffee contained while dosing and tamping.
- Helps prevent grounds spilling onto the worktop
- Supports more accurate dosing
- Encourages a level coffee puck
- Works with the included tamper
- Ideal for repeatable results
Four Brewing Temperature Settings
Different coffee beans can benefit from different extraction temperatures. Select from four settings to better match the roast and flavour profile of your chosen beans.
- Four temperature options
- Suitable for light, medium and dark roasts
- Greater control over extraction
- Helps preserve aroma and flavour
Auto LatteArt Milk System
The Auto LatteArt steam wand textures milk automatically while still allowing you to customise the result. Choose the preferred temperature and foam level to create silky microfoam for your favourite milk-based drinks.
- Automatic milk texturing
- Four milk temperatures
- Five foam texture levels
- Suitable for latte art
- Consistent microfoam with less effort
Compatible with Dairy and Plant-Based Milk
The Auto LatteArt system is designed to work with dairy milk and selected plant-based alternatives, giving you flexibility when preparing personalised drinks.
- Suitable for dairy milk
- Works with selected oat, almond and soya drinks
- Adjustable temperature
- Customisable foam texture
Foam quality may vary depending on the milk type, formulation, freshness and starting temperature.
Cold Brew at Home
The dedicated Cold Brew function gives you a refreshing alternative to traditional hot coffee and expands the range of drinks you can prepare throughout the year.
- Refreshing cold coffee preparation
- Ideal for serving over ice
- Perfect for warmer weather
- Available from the touchscreen menu
Personalise Your Favourite Drinks
Adjust selected drink settings to suit your individual preferences and save up to eight customised recipes for quick access.
- Eight customisable recipes
- Adjust coffee strength and volume
- Choose milk temperature
- Select foam texture
- Create drinks tailored to your taste
Single or Double Espresso
The supplied single-wall filter baskets allow you to prepare either a single or double espresso dose.
- Single-shot basket included
- Double-shot basket included
- Suitable for one or two-dose preparation
- Greater control over drink strength
Compact Premium Metal Design
La Specialista Touch delivers advanced grinding, brewing and milk-texturing technology in a compact metal appliance designed to fit comfortably in modern kitchens.
- Premium silver metal finish
- Compact worktop footprint
- Professional barista-inspired styling
- Designed for everyday home use
Easy Cleaning and Maintenance
The removable drip tray, supplied brush and dedicated steam-wand cleaning tool help make routine care straightforward.
- Removable drip tray
- Steam-wand cleaning tool included
- Cleaning brush included
- Water-level indicator
- Guided maintenance through the display
Technical Specifications
| Model | EC9455M |
| SKU | 0132126104 |
| Product Type | Guided Manual Bean to Cup Coffee Machine |
| Colour | Silver |
| Material | Metal |
| Display | 3.5-Inch TFT Colour Touchscreen |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Pre-Programmed Recipes | 9 |
| Customisable Recipes | Up to 8 |
| Integrated Grinder | Yes |
| Grind Settings | 15 |
| Bean Technology | Bean Adapt Technology |
| Brewing Temperature Settings | 4 |
| Milk System | Auto LatteArt Steam Wand |
| Milk Temperature Settings | 4 |
| Milk Texture Settings | 5 |
| Cold Brew Function | Yes |
| Hot-Water Function | Yes |
| Pump Pressure | 15 Bar |
| Heating System | Thermoblock |
| Water Tank Capacity | 1.8 Litres |
| Dose Options | Single & Double |
| Maximum Cup Height | 120mm |
| Removable Drip Tray | Yes |
| Water-Level Indicator | Yes |
| Power | 1450W |
| Voltage | 220–240V |
| Frequency | 50–60Hz |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 319 × 367 × 400mm |
| Weight | Approximately 10.4kg |
What's in the Box?
- 1 × De’Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455M Coffee Machine
- 1 × Portafilter
- 1 × Single-Shot Single-Wall Filter Basket
- 1 × Double-Shot Single-Wall Filter Basket
- 1 × Coffee Tamper
- 1 × Dosing and Tamping Guide
- 1 × Tamping Mat
- 1 × Milk Jug
- 1 × Dose Adjustment Tool
- 1 × Cleaning Brush
- 1 × Steam-Wand Cleaning Tool
- User Documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the De’Longhi La Specialista Touch fully automatic?
No. It combines automatic grinding guidance and automatic milk texturing with hands-on portafilter preparation, tamping and espresso brewing for a guided barista-style experience.
Does it have a built-in grinder?
Yes. The integrated burr grinder prepares fresh coffee directly into the portafilter.
How many grind settings are available?
The grinder offers 15 settings, allowing you to adjust the grind size to suit different beans and extraction preferences.
What does Bean Adapt Technology do?
Bean Adapt helps optimise the grind, dose and brewing temperature for your selected coffee beans, supporting balanced extraction and consistent crema.
Does the touchscreen guide me through making coffee?
Yes. The 3.5-inch colour touchscreen provides step-by-step guidance through grinding, dosing, tamping, brewing and milk preparation.
What drinks are pre-programmed?
The machine includes nine recipes covering drinks such as espresso, Americano, cappuccino, latte, latte macchiato, flat white, hot milk and cold brew.
Can I save my own drink settings?
Yes. Up to eight recipes can be customised to suit your preferred coffee volume, milk temperature and foam texture.
Can it make cold brew?
Yes. A dedicated Cold Brew function is included for preparing refreshing cold coffee drinks.
Does it make cappuccinos automatically?
The machine guides the coffee preparation and automatically textures the milk using the Auto LatteArt wand. You still prepare the portafilter and combine the espresso and milk yourself.
What is Auto LatteArt?
Auto LatteArt is an intelligent steam-wand system that automatically textures milk according to your selected temperature and foam settings.
How many milk settings are available?
You can choose from four milk temperatures and five foam texture levels.
Can it froth plant-based milk?
Yes. It can texture dairy milk and selected plant-based alternatives. Results vary according to the drink's formulation, protein content and starting temperature.
Can I create latte art with it?
Yes. The Auto LatteArt system can produce silky microfoam suitable for pouring patterns such as hearts and rosettas with practice.
What is the Dosing and Tamping Guide?
It fits around the portafilter to help contain ground coffee during dosing and tamping, reducing mess and supporting a more even coffee puck.
Is a tamper included?
Yes. The machine is supplied with a coffee tamper, dosing and tamping guide, and tamping mat.
Can it make a double espresso?
Yes. Single and double single-wall filter baskets are included.
How many brewing temperatures does it offer?
There are four brewing temperature settings, allowing you to adapt extraction to different coffee beans and roast profiles.
How large is the water tank?
The removable water tank has a capacity of 1.8 litres.
What is the maximum cup height?
The machine accommodates cups up to approximately 120mm tall.
Does it dispense hot water?
Yes. A dedicated hot-water function is included for Americanos, Long Blacks, tea and other hot drinks.
Is the drip tray removable?
Yes. The drip tray can be removed for cleaning and to help accommodate different cup sizes.
Is the steam wand easy to clean?
Yes. A dedicated steam-wand cleaning tool is supplied, and the touchscreen provides maintenance guidance.
Who is La Specialista Touch best suited for?
It is ideal for coffee drinkers who want a hands-on espresso experience with clear touchscreen guidance, automatic milk texturing and enough control to personalise each drink.
The De’Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455M combines fresh bean grinding, intelligent touchscreen guidance, precise tamping support and customisable Auto LatteArt milk texturing to help you create impressive café-style coffee with confidence.