The Delonghi 3300 is an older design, but it was a higher end model for it's time than the Brera if that makes sense. So in that sense I'd consider it better since it was a popular mid-line machine, and the Brera is mostly what I'd call a (perfectly ok) entry level machine. I prefer the steam wand on the 3300 over the Brera as well. Returns Accepted DeLonghi ESAM3300 Magnifica Super-Automatic Espresso / Coffee Machine By DeLonghi: Store: Newegg.com: Condition: Brand New Price: $729.99: Total Price: $729.99: Buy It from Newegg.com: DeLonghi ESAM3300 Magnifica Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine ESAM-3300: Store: Best Buy Hub Not good; from page 21 of the owner's manual: If the message is still displayed after cleaning, contact the service center. The good news is that when I had to send in my ESAM3500 for warranty repair, I called DeLonghi (1-866-528-8323) and got through to their repair center without difficulty. It's adequate and has been pumping out at least 20 cups a day for 3 years now so durability is less of a concern if its well maintained. The coffee is ok but there is little you can do to really troubleshoot the cup. I usually end up just making a pour-over as opposed to opting for something through the Magnifica. De'Longhi Magnifica ESAM 3300 - automatic coffee machine with cappuccinatore - 15 bar overview and full product specs on CNET. Empty the water tank and then refill it with 1 qt. of water. Add a bottle of Delonghi Descaler to the tank. 3. Press the "On/Off" power button. Wait for the "1-cup" and "2-cups" lights to glow green. 4. Push and hold the "Rinse and Decalcification" button under the "Decalcification Warning" light for at least five seconds. DeLonghi ESAM3300 Magnifica Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine Review The Good : As one of the only super-automatic espresso makers under $1,000 (and the only one under that price with a bypass doser), this is a high-value machine that only gets higher in value because of the doubl