The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no one-size-fits-all Coffee Machines coffee machine. We've rounded-up our top picks, from a superautomatic machine that grinds your beans and packs them into semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automatizing the process while needing you to be knowledgeable about the art of making espresso. It's the most efficient bean-to-cup machine we've come across.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento makes a great choice for those looking to make espresso at their home without having to compromise on quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with a limited counter space in mind and combines outstanding build quality with tiny footprint. It comes with a 1.8 Liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Heads so that you can steam your milk and brew coffee at the same at the same time.

The machine looks fantastic as well and features an insert for the side of the machine with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a refreshing update on the classic look of Rocket, which is already pretty impressive for a machine that is so small. It also includes 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 others. It is important be cautious when emptying and re-filling the machine. This is especially the case if you use it frequently. This is a normal trade-off for smaller footprint, however this is not a problem that is unique to this model.

This machine is capable of handling your coffee needs. We suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Giante, to improve consistency and taste. You can also pair this machine with a Rocket portafilter to improve the grinding process.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, makes delicious drinks and it is simple to make Latte Arts. It's important to note that the machine isn't designed for beginners and there's a bit of a learning curve for those who are upgrading from appliances. The heat exchanger is difficult to operate and you'll have to master the art 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 always be capable of drinking cold and filter-filtered water. The latter model has smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be more difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you might expect from the Lavazza machine this one was designed with quality in mind. The machine reaches the temperature for brewing quickly, meaning you can make your first cup in just 35 second. The water tank is fast and easy to refill, with the lid detaching completely to make a wide opening. You can also fill it up with tap water if you want.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the series, yet it is a powerful machine. At 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 option for those who don't have the space or funds for traditional espresso machines, but still want to enjoy the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and requires small counter space. Pressing a single button will activate the machine. When you press it again, it will start dispense the pod you have selected. The button has a backlight so that you can see how much you have consumed. You can also manually stop the process in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

This model does not come with a steam wand however, you can add creamy frosting to your milk by using an optional milk frother. The machine is also quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen work space.

The pods aren't inexpensive, but they come in a variety of blends that are suitable for all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are sold in most supermarkets alongside regular ground coffee and coffee beans and you can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer and frother. It comes with an 75cm power cable, plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet, and a test box that contains nine Lavazza pods: six roasted (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is small enough to be able to be stowed on an even surface or placed under your cupboard.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. If you're willing and able learn how to use it and make it work, then this is a fantastic home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's the most affordable in its class, and is especially good for novices who do not have an espresso maker yet, which could cost them $100 or more.

This model is a bit in the middle of the range for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive, costing $2,199) However, it's a solid choice for baristas at home on a budget. It comes with plenty of adjustable features, and it even includes an integrated burr grinder to make the whole experience much cheaper. It's also a single boiler machine, which means that it can only perform one task at the same time.

Breville is a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has swiftly established a reputation for high-quality appliances. This machine isn't an exception and offers enough adjustable control to let baristas who are aspiring burnish their skills without spending more than they should.

The unit has its flaws. The hopper is situated on the side, not the top, of this model. It's not a huge problem, but it could be a hassle if you need to dispense several shots at once. It's also not very easy to know 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 a great, do-it-all appliance for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only drawback to the Breville Barista Express is its cost which could be a stumbling block for some buyers. If you're looking for a budget alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you less than the Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech, smart coffee machine that makes great coffee with a simple user interface. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen gives your kitchen a sophisticated appearance. It has only one dial to program the number of cups you would like it to make. It also comes with the 2-4 cup setting as well as a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing process is similar to pour-over brewing, which coffee lovers believe makes the most flavorful coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then poured over grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee that is brewed is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe and can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause-and pour feature lets you remove the carafe while making your coffee and filling it with the right amount. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows the red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. It then resumes the brewing process.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup is a SCAA-certified coffee machines latte maker, that means it is in compliance with the strict standards of SCAA's technical standards. Its brew cycle is about as long as those of the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it provides more control over temperature, brewing duration and quality.

In our tests in our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee with a carafe full in just 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is a bit more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but still within the time range that experts in the field recommend to make a good cup.

You must also grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can choose an manual grinder or an automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has various grind settings, as well as a hopper for whole beans.

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