Oh, no! That's disappointing!
I had this Rowenta 👍 in the Philippines that worked perfectly for over 5 years. I bought it from an expat who had it for about a year before that. I had no complaints about it, but I wouldn't say it was the best machine ever.
I then purchased this Dēlonghi 👎 (from another expat who rarely used it when he was in the country), that was supposedly a better brand and a replacement if my Rowenta broke down. Unfortunately, when I was leaving and selling off some items, that Dēlonghi did not work. The power came on but the machine never worked.
The espresso thermos looks great, and I think the French press is an acquired taste.
When I just started using mine for coffee, I felt it wasn't topnotch, then I got used to it and I'm satisfied with my morning brew.
I think figuring out the right ratio helps.
I have one that size and I use 2 tbsp coffee and fill it to the spout and the coffee tastes pretty decent.
I also have one that's half the size of it and I use 1 tbsp and my coffee is perfect.
I'd say do a thorough research before you make a new purchase, cos dem shit not cheap!... But ⬇️
It great that you got such good use out of the Rowenta but it's too bad about the Delonghi. I'm familiar with the Delonghi brand but never owned any of their products.
I think if I figured out the proper ratio on the French press then it would be fine. The coffee was never bad or anything just not quite what I'd like it to be.
Yeah we have started researching a few machines but I think we will probably wait a while to purchase one. For now I'm content with the thermos contraption 😂