The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee machine. We've rounded up our favorite picks for your home, from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatic machines that give you the best control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automation and needing to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's the most efficient bean-to-cup machine we've seen.

1. Rocket Appartamento

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

The machine looks fantastic as well and features an elongated side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a refreshing update on the classic design of Rocket and is already impressive for a compact machine. It also comes with an black pressure gauge that will let you know when the boiler is ready to use.

One downside to this small machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than the majority of machines. This means that you will be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when using it frequently. This is a sacrifice that comes with having smaller footprint. It's not a problem specific to this model.

You can still brew plenty of coffee using this machine, and it can easily meet the demands of your customers. That being said, we would suggest investing in a good grinder, like the Baratza Sette Giante, for greater consistency and flavor. You can also use this machine in conjunction with a Rocket portafilter to enhance the process of tamping.

As a prosumer espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making great drinks, and it's simple to create Latte art. It's important to note that this machine was not designed for novices. There is a small learning curve for people who are upgrading from appliance-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler could be a little tricky to manage, and you will have to learn the ins and outs of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento provide the option of connecting to a water source, which allows you to always have cold, fresh water that has been filtered for your drinks. The latter, however, comes with a 2.25-liter water tank that can be more difficult to refill than some of its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's top standards. It is quick to reach brewing temperature, allowing you to prepare your first cup of coffee machine commercial in less than 35 minutes. The water tank can be filled easily by removing the lid. be removed to create an enormous hole. You can fill it with tap water, should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the models, but it packs a punch. When you buy it at full cost, it's less than PS100 which is lower than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who don't have the space or money for a traditional espresso machine, but still want to experience the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is incredibly simple to use and occupies just a little counter space. Pressing one button will begin the process. After pressing it again, it will begin dispensing the specific pod you've chosen. The button has a backlight so you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also stop the process if you want to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

There's no steam wand available on this model, however you can use an optional milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you want. The machine is very quiet also, and can be used in a small coffee machine area or in a flatshare kitchen without causing any disturbance to anyone else.

Pods aren't cheap, but there is a variety of blends to choose from to satisfy everyone from mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. They are available in most supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee maker price beans. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cord and plug as well as a quick-guide and warranty card, as well as a test box that contains nine Lavazza pods that include 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

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. If you're willing put in the work to master its use this is a fantastic espresso maker for home use that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models available. It's among the best priced in its class, and is especially suitable for those who don't have an espresso grinder yet--which can easily cost them $100 or more.

This model is a bit below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive at $2,199) However, it's a solid choice for home baristas on a tight budget. It's loaded with customizable features, and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler, which means that it can only do steaming or brewing at one time.

Although it is a relatively newcomer to the espresso machine market, Breville has quickly made an impact by offering top-quality equipment. This machine isn't an exception, and it offers just enough control that it can be adjusted to let aspiring baristas improve their abilities without spending more than they need to.

The unit does not come without its flaws. The hopper is located on the side, not at the top, of this model. It's not a major deal, but can be a problem if you wish to dispense multiple shots at once. The rear position of the tank makes it difficult to know the amount of liquid left.

If you're willing to spend 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 issue with the Breville Barista Express is its cost which could be a hindrance for some buyers. If you're looking for a lower-cost alternative, take a look at our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines have similar capabilities and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they cost a fraction of the price.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech smart machine for coffee with a simple user interface that produces excellent coffee. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED display provides your kitchen with a stylish design. It comes with one dial that allows you to program the amount of cups. There are two settings available: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour over, which most coffee machine for latte enthusiasts believe is the best tasting coffee. The water is heated up to the perfect temperature and then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds using a shower head. The brewed coffee is then stored in the double-walled thermal carafe and can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause and pour function allows you to remove the carafe while brewing to fill your own cup. The machine stops the brewing process and shows a red light on its LED interface, until you return the carafe. It then resumes the brewing process.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker has been 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 testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup produced a pot of excellent drip coffee machines best and a full cup in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. That's a little longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but it falls within the range experts in the field recommend for a great cup of drip.

You must also grind your beans before brewing. You can make use of an old-fashioned coffee grinder or choose a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore, which has different grind settings and an hopper that can hold whole beans.

The only downside is that the carafe as well as the water reservoirs aren't dishwasher safe and could cause issue for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is an excellent contender for the top drip coffee maker due to its sleek design and simple to use interface.