The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no single-size-fits all coffee machine. We've put together our top picks, starting with a superautomatic that grinds your beans and packs them into a semiautomatic which gives you the best compact coffee machine control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automatizing the process while needing you to be proficient in the art of making espresso. This is our top choice for a coffee-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top option for those looking to make espresso at home without making huge sacrifices in terms quality. This small-footprint espresso machine was created for those with small counter space. It combines excellent build quality and a small footprint. It comes with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler as well as a commercial E61 group head, so you can steam milk while making espresso at the same time.

The machine is also beautiful and has a round design on the side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a refreshing update on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a small machine. It also comes with a black boiler pressure gauge to indicate when the boiler is ready for use.

The water reservoir and drip tray are smaller on this machine than others. This means that you will be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, especially when you are using it regularly. This is a normal trade-off for less footprint, however it is not a problem particular to this model.

This machine is able to handle your coffee machine cheap demands. That being said, we would suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gigante, to ensure consistency and better flavor. You can also pair this machine with a Rocket portafilter to improve the grinding process.

As a professional espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and is easy to make the latte art. However, it's worth noting that the machine isn't designed for novices and there's a bit of a learning curve for those upgrading from appliances. The heat exchange boiler may be a bit tricky to control, and you will have to learn the ins and outs of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento allow connecting to a water supply which allows you to always have clean, cold water that has been filtered for your drinks. The latter comes with a 2.25-liter water tank, which is more difficult to fill than its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from a Lavazza machine this one was designed with quality in mind. The machine can reach the temperature of brewing quickly, so you can prepare your first cup in just 35 seconds. The water tank can be filled easily, as the lid can be removed to create a large hole. You can even fill it up with tap water if you prefer.

This is the smallest machine of the Lavazza A Modo Mio range and yet it is a powerful machine. At its full price, it's priced at PS100 which is lower than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. This makes the Jolie an ideal choice for those without the budget or space for an espresso maker, but are looking to enjoy the benefits of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and takes up small counter space. You only need to press one button to turn on the machine and again to begin dispensing your chosen brew. The button is illuminated so you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also stop the process should you prefer to consume the pod in smaller quantities.

This model does not come with a steam wand but you can add some creamy foam to your milk with an optional milk frother. The machine is also quite quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen or work space.

The pods are not cheap, but they come in a variety of blends that can be used by all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee machines amazon. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule that has an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with an 75cm power cable, plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet, and a test box of nine Lavazza pods: six roasted (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is compact enough to fit under a cupboard or the floor.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance at first glance, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that is beyond the budget of many average consumers. If you're willing and able to learn how to use it this is a great at-home espresso maker. It's more efficient than most of the more expensive models. It's the best value in its class, and it's especially good for novices who don't have an espresso machine yet, which could set them back another $100 or more.

This model is a bit below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199), but it's still an excellent option for home baristas on a tight budget. It delivers plenty of tweakable features, and it even has a built-in burr grinder, making the entire experience more affordable. It is also a single-boiler machine, which means that it can only do one thing at a time.

Breville is an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has quickly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and it comes with enough control to let budding baristas improve their abilities without spending more than they need to.

There are some quirks, though. For one, the hopper on this model is positioned on the side of the unit instead of being on top. This isn't really an issue, but it can be a little difficult to disperse multiple shots at a time. It's also difficult to know the amount of water left in the tank, because of its rear position.

If you're willing to put in some time to learn how to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for any coffee lover at home. The only drawback is the price, which can be a nagging issue for some buyers. For those seeking a cheaper alternative, take a look at our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines coffee are comparable in their capabilities and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they are a fraction of the cost.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech, intelligent coffee machine that makes great coffee with a simple interface. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add a sophisticated design to your kitchen. It has a single dial that allows you to program the amount of cups. There are two options: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which most coffee enthusiasts believe makes the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to a perfect temperature and then poured over grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee is stored in a double-walled carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 minutes. The pause-and-pour feature allows you to remove the carafe during brewing and fill your cup. The machine stops brewing and displays a red carafe light on its LED interface until you return it. It then it resumes and completes brewing.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker comes SCAA certified, meaning it complies with the strict technical standards. Its brew cycles are about the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our tests in our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent cup of drip coffee that filled 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 it falls within the range that experts in the field suggest for a decent cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can opt for a manual grinder or an automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has different grind settings and it has a hopper that can be used for whole beans.

The only downside to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could pose a problem for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is a top contender for the top drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and easy to use interface.