De’Longhi Eletta Explore (EX:4) vs JURA E8 (fifth generation)

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Eletta Explore (EX:4) compared with E8 (fifth generation)
De’LonghiEletta Explore (EX:4)JURAE8 (fifth generation)
Overview
Released––
Brewing
TypeBean-to-cupBean-to-cup
Integrated grinderYesYes
Grind settings–7
Milk systemAutomatic milk carafeAutomatic milk spout
Maximum pump pressure (maker's claim)19 bar15 bar
Coffee and capsule compatibilityExact current UK ECAM450.86.T EX:4 /0132250172, with Cold Extraction Technology. Earlier non-EX:4 and non-Cold-Brew Eletta Explore configurations are not assumed equivalent.Fifth-generation E8, model year 2025, exact Piano Black UKD article 15842. Hot Brew, Light Brew and Sweet Foam preparation modes; earlier E8 generations are separate hardware.
Drinks and brewing modesCurrent UK heading lists 52 one-touch drinks, including hot coffee and milk recipes, Cold Brew, Cold Brew Pot, Cold Brew to Mix, cold-brew milk drinks, iced coffee/milk variants, Coffee Pot, hot water and Mug To Go.27 maker-listed specialities, including espresso, coffee, americano, lungo, doppio, cortado, macchiato, cappuccino, flat white and latte macchiato, with selected light or sweet variants; milk foam and hot water.
Heating system–One thermoblock, one fluid system and one pump. The published 15 bar is the pump maximum rather than a claim of brewing pressure.
Temperature control–Three programmable brewing-temperature levels and three hot-water temperature levels.
GrinderIntegrated manually adjustable grinder; Bean Adapt through the Coffee Link app guides settings for selected beans. No exact headline grind-step count inferred from dial markings.P.A.G.2 grinder with seven programmable grind levels; returns to its resting position after grinding, allowing adjustment when stationary.
Dosing and tampingPre-ground-coffee chute, adjustable intensity and recipe quantities; manual qualifies which recipes accept pre-ground coffee.Variable 5–16 g brewing unit, ground-coffee chute and ten programmable strength levels. Two-cup espresso/coffee options are distinct from milk-drink preparation.
Milk preparationSupplied LatteCrema Hot and Cool carafes prepare hot and cold milk foam. Separate carafe rinsing and disassembly remain necessary; cold foam is distinct from cold coffee extraction.HP3 automatic milk system with CX3 interchangeable spout draws milk through a supplied pipe from a separate container. Supplied syrup attachment adds Sweet Foam; milk carafes and Cool Control coolers are optional accessories.
Cold drinksCold Brew recipes infuse coffee with room-temperature water at low pressure through Cold Extraction Technology; iced coffee is separately listed. Current maker UK page claims Cold Brew in under five minutes, depending on the selected drink.Light Brew extracts at a lower temperature for warm drinks; this E8 does not list the Z10’s Cold Extraction Process or cold milk foam.
Capacity
Water tank1.8 L1.9 L
Bean hopper300 g280 g
Cup clearance143 mm111 mm
Water supplyRemovable 1.8 L tank, programmable hardness and filter support; 300 g bean hopper.–
Cup sizes and clearanceCurrent UK technical table specifies 143 mm maximum cup height, while its other product-data field gives 170 mm. To Go mode uses a folding tray and the maker confirms a supplied 16 oz travel mug. The competing clearance fields are qualified rather than treated as identical positions.Coffee and hot-water spouts adjust from 65–111 mm. Separate cappuccino spout adjusts from 107–153 mm; the headline clearance describes the coffee spout.
Used coffee capacityFourteen-portion grounds container.Grounds container approximately 16 servings.
Design and power
Height385 mm348 mm
Width260 mm270 mm
Depth450 mm446 mm
Weight11.3 kg10 kg
Rated power1,450 W1,450 W
Automatic power offYesYes
Phone appYes–
Wi-FiYes–
Controls and profiles3.5-inch colour touchscreen, hot/cold/To Go drink collections and four personalised profiles.3.5-inch colour display operated with buttons, rather than a touchscreen; individually adjustable drink settings and Quality Assistant maintenance prompts.
App and connectionsBuilt-in Wi-Fi and De’Longhi Coffee Link app; remote control and app-guided Bean Adapt require a home network. Manual describes connection setup and changes to network credentials.J.O.E. app and Coffee Timer require a separately purchased Wi-Fi Connect transmitter. The UK specification explicitly lists no transmitter supplied. Manual allows scheduling up to 16 hours ahead with J.O.E.; headline connectivity booleans omitted because the module is optional.
Electrical requirements220–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 1450 W and maximum 10 A; manual automatic switch-off and energy-saving mode. Published 19 bar is pump rating rather than brewing-pressure claim.UKD version: 230 V, 1450 W, 10 A and 1.1 m cable. Maker states 0 W standby, energy-saving mode and programmable switch-off.
Size and weight260 × 450 × 385 mm width × depth × height. Exact current UK SKU weighs 11.3 kg; shared manual gives 10/11 kg explicitly varying by model. Manual cord length 1250 mm.270 × 348 × 446 mm width × height × depth; 10 kg.
Included accessoriesHot and cold milk carafes, travel mug, ice tray, water filter, hot-water spout, scoop and cleaning brush shown in the maker accessory view.Ground-coffee measuring spoon, syrup attachment, milk pipe with connector, milk-cleaning container and tablets, cleaning tablets, CLARIS Smart+ filter and filter extension. Milk storage and connectivity accessories are not included.
Cleaning and maintenanceRemovable infuser, milk-carafe rinse and component washing, guided descaling/filter replacement and emptyable tray/grounds bin; follow the manual’s part-specific dishwasher instructions.Automatic milk-system cleaning and integrated rinsing, cleaning and descaling programmes. Fixed brewing unit; manual requires daily milk-system cleaning after milk preparation.
Water filters–CLARIS Smart+ cartridge with automatic filter detection.
Regional availabilityExact active UK SKU was orderable with seven units, without preorder or backorder, when checked.Current maker UK home-machine range lists Piano Black UKD 15842 with dealer distribution; this confirms regional range presence, not live stock at every dealer.
Release and generation detailsMaker catalogue availableFrom says July 2025 and onlineDate 23 April 2025 for EX:4. First worldwide retail sale is unconfirmed, so released is omitted.Maker notice dated 13 October 2025 identifies the fifth generation and specification table gives model year 2025. First retail sale date has not been established, so released is omitted.

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