The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all espresso machine. We've put together our top choices, ranging from a superautomatic machine that grinds your beans and packs them to a semiautomatic which gives you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch is the perfect blend between automation and needing to be able to master the art of espresso-making. It's the best bean-to cup machine we've found.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento makes a great choice for those who are looking to make espresso at home without losing quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and is built to last with a high-end build quality and tiny footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 milliliter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Heads so that you can steam your milk and brew your coffee machines best at the same at the same time.

The machine is also beautiful and has a round design on the side panel with the steam engraved and hot water spouts. This is an update to Rocket's original design, which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also comes with the black gauge of pressure in the boiler to indicate when the boiler is ready to use.

The water reservoir and drip tray are smaller on this model than other models. You'll need to be careful when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially true when you are using it often. This is a natural trade-off for a smaller footprint, though this is not a problem particular to this model.

This machine can easily handle your coffee demands. We recommend purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and flavor. You can also pair the machine with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance the tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can create delicious drinks and it is easy to make latte arts. However, it's important to remember that the machine isn't designed for beginners, and there is an enlightening curve for those upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchange boiler can be a little tricky to operate and you'll need to learn the ins and outs of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca as well as the Rocket Appartamento have the option to connect to a water source, allowing you to be in a position to drink cold and purified water. The latter comes with smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be more difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from a Lavazza machine this one has been made with quality in mind. The machine is able to reach the temperature for brewing quickly, which means you can prepare your first cup in just 35 seconds. The water tank is quick and simple to refill and the lid can be removed completely to reveal a large opening. You can even fill it up with tap water if you want.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the series, yet it is a powerful machine. At its full cost, it's less than PS100 which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. The Jolie is a great alternative for those who don't have the space or money for traditional espresso machines however, they still want to experience the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is simple to use and requires small counter space. By pressing a single button, you can start the machine. After pressing it again, it will start dispensing the specific pod you've chosen. The button is illuminated so you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also manually stop the process, in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

There's no steam wand available on this model, but you can add a milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you like. The machine is quite quiet also, and can be used in a small space or in a flatshare kitchen without disturbing anyone else.

Pods aren't inexpensive, but there's a wide variety of blends available that will satisfy everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. They are available in most supermarkets alongside regular ground coffee and coffee beans and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods online.

The Jolie and Milk is a sleek capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty card along with a quick guide and a test pack of nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasted (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine itself is small enough to be able to be stowed on a flat surface or slipped under the cupboard.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing to put in the work to learn how to use it this is a fantastic do-it-all home espresso maker that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models available. It's the best value in its class, and it's particularly suitable for beginners who don't have an espresso grinder yet, which could set them back another $100 or more.

This model is priced below the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199), but is still a good choice for baristas working on a tight budget. It delivers plenty of tweakable features, and includes an integrated burr grinder that makes the entire experience cheaper. It is also a single-boiler machine, which means that it can only perform one task at one time.

Although it is a relatively newcomer to the market of espresso machines, Breville has quickly made an impact by offering top-quality equipment. This machine is no different and it comes with enough control to let aspiring baristas improve their skills without spending hundreds more than they need to.

The unit does not come without its quirks. One example is that the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit instead of being on top. This isn't really significant, but it can be a little annoying if you're trying give multiple shots at once. It's also not very easy to determine the amount of water left in the tank, due to its rear placement.

If you're willing to invest some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an ideal, all-purpose machine for anyone who is a coffee lover at home. The only drawback is the price, which can be a nagging issue for certain buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are similarly capable and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost a fraction of what this Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart machine for coffee with a user-friendly interface that produces great coffee. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screens gives your kitchen a sophisticated look. It has one dial that lets you to program the number of cups. There are two options: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which most coffee lovers believe makes the most delicious coffee. The water is heated to a perfect temperature and poured over the grounds using a showerhead to ensure uniform saturation. The coffee machine best that is brewed coffee machine is collected in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 minutes. Its pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe while brewing to fill your own cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows a red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. Then, it resumes the brewing process.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup coffee maker is certified by SCAA, which means it complies with the rigorous standards of SCAA's technology. The brew cycle is the same length as the Bodum BISTRO and the Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it provides more control over temperature, brewing duration and also quality.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee machines commercial [te.legra.ph], with a carafe full in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. It's slightly longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but still within the range of time that coffee experts recommend for a great cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans before making. You can select an manual grinder or a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has multiple grind settings, and a hopper for whole beans.

The only drawback to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a problem for some customers. The stainless steel is easy to clean by hand, however. The OXO 9-Cup is a leading contender for the best drip coffee maker due to its sleek design and easy to use interface.