The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all coffee machine. That's why we've rounded up our top picks for your home, from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatics that give you the best control over your espresso.

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

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a great option for those looking to make espresso at home without sacrificing quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and offers top-quality build and the smallest footprint. It comes equipped with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk and make espresso simultaneously.

The machine looks stunning as well, and has an insert for the side of the machine with the engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is a modernization of Rocket's classic design which is already impressive for a compact appliance. It also comes with a black pressure gauge that indicates when the boiler is ready for use.

One disadvantage of this tiny machine is that the drip tray and water reservoir are smaller than most other machines. 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 to have smaller footprint, however this is not a problem specific to this model.

You can still brew a lot of coffee using this machine, and it will easily meet your demands. However, we would suggest investing in a good grinder, like the Baratza Sette Giante, for increased consistency and flavor. You can also use this machine in conjunction with an Rocket portafilter to enhance the grinding process.

As a professional espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making some great drinks, and it's easy to make Latte art. It is important to remember that this machine was not designed for novices. There is a small learning curve for those who upgrade from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchanger is tricky to handle and you'll need 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 be able to drink cold pure, purified water. The latter has a smaller 2.25-liter tank that is harder to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's high standards. It is quick to reach the brewing temperature, allowing you to make your first cup of coffee in less than 35 minutes. The tank is able to be filled, as the lid can be removed to make an enormous hole. It can be filled with tap water should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the range, but it packs a punch. It costs less than PS100 at the full price which is less 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 would like to experience the pleasure of authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely simple to use and occupies just a little counter space. Pressing one button will start the machine. After pressing it again, it will start dispense the pod you have selected. There's a backlight that's on the button so that you can clearly see how much has been dispensed and you can also manually stop the process should you prefer to drink your pod in smaller doses.

This model doesn't come with a steam wand but you can add some creamy frosting to your milk by using an optional milk frother. The machine is also quite quiet and can be used to make portable coffee makers in a small Coffee machines kitchen or workspace.

The pods are not inexpensive, but they come in a variety of blends that will suit everyone - from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are sold in most supermarkets, along with regular ground coffee and coffee beans and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.

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

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance at first glance, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso maker that's out of the budget of most average consumers. If you're willing and able learn to use it this is a great at-home espresso maker. It's more efficient than most of the more expensive models. It's among the best priced in its class, and it's especially suitable for those who don't have an espresso machine yet. This could easily cost them another $100 or more.

The model is priced lower than the most expensive Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199), but is still an excellent choice for baristas who are on a tight budget. It delivers plenty of tweakable features, and has a built-in burr grinder that makes the whole experience much less expensive. It's also a single boiler machine, meaning it can only handle one thing at one time.

Breville is relatively new to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and has enough control to let budding baristas improve their skills without spending hundreds more than is necessary.

It's not without its quirks, though. For one, the hopper on this model is placed on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't significant however it can be a little difficult to dispense multiple shots at once. It's also difficult to see the amount of water left in the tank because of its position at the rear.

If you're willing to invest some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an ideal, all-purpose machine for any home espresso lover. The only drawback is the price, which can be a turnoff for some buyers. For those seeking a cheaper option, check out our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally 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, intelligent coffee machine that makes great coffee with a simple interface. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED display provides your kitchen with a stylish look. It has one 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 lovers believe makes the most flavorful coffee. The water is heated up to the right temperature, then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds with shower heads. The brewed coffee is then collected in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause-and-pour function lets you to take the carafe out while making your coffee and filling it with the right amount. The machine stops the brewing process and displays an red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. It then resumes the brewing process.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker is SCAA certified, meaning it meets the organization’s strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycle is the same length as the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, however, it has greater control over temperature, brewing duration, and quality.

In our testing in our testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup brewed excellent drip coffee with a full-carafe 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 of time that experts in the field suggest for a decent cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can make use of a manual coffee grinder or opt for a more automatic model like the Baratza Encore, which has multiple grind settings and an hopper that can hold whole beans.

The only drawback is that the carafe as well as the water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe this could be a problem for certain users. The stainless steel is still easily cleaned by hand, but. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek aesthetic and user-friendly interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.