The Best
Coffee Machines For Home
There is no one-size-fits-all
coffee machine. We've rounded up our top picks for your home, ranging from a super-
automatic coffee machine that grinds and packs your beans, to semi-automatics that give 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 our top choice for a machine that makes coffee.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento is a fantastic choice for those who want to make espresso at home without having to compromise on quality. This espresso machine for the prosumer is designed with the smallest counter space in mind. It offers top-quality build and tiny footprint. It comes equipped with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk while making espresso at the same time.
The machine looks fantastic as well and features an elongated side panel with the engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is an upgrade to Rocket's traditional design which is already impressive for a compact appliance. It also comes with the black gauge of pressure in the boiler to indicate when the boiler is ready for use.
One disadvantage of this tiny machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than those of other machines. This means you'll have to be vigilant about emptying and refilling the machine, especially when you use it often. This is a cost that results in smaller footprint. It's not an issue that is specific to this model.
This machine is capable of handling your coffee demands. We recommend investing in a quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante, to improve consistency and taste. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance the tamping.
As a prosumer espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making great drinks, and it's simple to make latte art. However, it's important to remember that the machine was not designed for beginners, and there is a bit of a learning curve for those who are upgrading from appliances. The heat exchanger can be tricky to handle and you'll need to learn how to perform 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 able to drink cold, 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 a Lavazza machine this one was designed with quality in mind. It is quick to reach the brewing temperature, allowing you to prepare your first cup of coffee in just 35 minutes. The water tank is quick and easy to fill, with the lid detaching completely to reveal a large opening. You can even fill it with tap water if that's what you prefer.
This is the smallest machine in the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still is a powerful machine. It's priced at less than PS100 at full price and is much less expensive than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an ideal choice for those who don't have the money or space to buy a traditional espresso maker, but who are looking to enjoy the benefits of authentic Italian espresso.
The Jolie is extremely easy to operate and takes up only a tiny amount of counter space. You only need to press one button to turn on the machine, then again to begin dispensing your chosen brew. There's a backlight on the button, so you can clearly see how much has been dispensed, and you can manually stop the process in case you prefer drinking your pod in smaller doses.
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 working space.
The pods are not cheap, but they come in a range of blends that can be used by everyone - from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee beans. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods online.
The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It comes with an 75cm power cable, plug as well as a quick-guide and warranty sheet and a tester box containing nine Lavazza pods that include six roasts (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 on the floor.
3. Breville BES870XL
At first glance at first, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that is not within the budget of many average consumers. If you're willing to learn how to use it and make it work, then this is a great at-home espresso maker. It performs better than many of the more expensive models. It's among the best priced in its class, and is particularly suitable for beginners who do not have an espresso maker yet--which can easily cost them another $100 or more.
This model is a bit below the top of the range for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199) however, it's an excellent choice for baristas at home on a tight budget. It has a lot of customizable features and even an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It is also a single-boiler machine, which means it can only perform one task 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 different and has enough control to let new baristas improve their abilities without spending a lot more than they need to.
It's not without its quirks however. The hopper is on the side, not the top of the model. It's not a huge issue, but it can be frustrating if you want to disperse several shots at once. The rear position of the tank makes it difficult to see how much liquid remains.
If you're willing to invest some time to learn how to make use of the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only issue is the price, which can be a turnoff for certain 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 are equally capable and provide a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you a fraction of what this Breville model can do.
4. OXO Brew 9-Cup
A high-tech, intelligent
uk coffee makers maker that produces great coffee using a simple interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED display gives your kitchen a sophisticated design. It has one dial to set the amount of cups you want to make. It comes with the 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing process is similar to pour over that many
coffee drip machine enthusiasts believe produces the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to a perfect temperature before being poured over the grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee is then brewed in the double-walled, thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause-and pour feature lets you remove the carafe while brewing and then fill your cup. The machine stops brewing and displays a red carafe light on its LED interface until you return it, after which it resumes brewing and is finished.
The OXO 9-Cup
coffee machines ireland maker is SCAA certified, which means it meets the organization’s strict standards for technical quality. Its brew cycle is about as long as those of the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it provides greater control over temperature, brewing duration, and quality.