The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee machine. We've rounded up our top 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 having 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 makes a great choice for those who want to make espresso at their home without losing quality. This espresso machine for the prosumer is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and offers top-quality build and the smallest footprint. It is equipped with an 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 also looks great and has a round design on the side panel with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is an update to Rocket's original design which is already impressive for a compact appliance. It also has a black pressure gauge that will let you know 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 most other machines. This means that you will be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, especially when using it frequently. This is a natural trade-off for having smaller footprint, however, and not an issue particular to this model.

You can still brew plenty of coffee with this machine, and it will easily meet the demands of your customers. We suggest buying a good grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and flavor. You can also pair this machine with an Rocket portafilter to improve the grinding process.

As a prosumer 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 is not designed for beginners. There is a little learning curve for people who are upgrading from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchanger is tricky to handle and you'll have to learn how to do cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca as well as the Rocket Appartamento have the option to connect to an water source, allowing you to always be in a position to drink cold pure, filter-filtered water. The latter, however, comes with a 2.25-liter water tank that could be more difficult to fill than 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 make your first cup of coffee machine industrial in less than 35 minutes. The water tank is also quick and simple to refill and the lid can be removed completely to make a wide opening. You can even fill it with tap water if that's what you prefer.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the series, yet it packs a punch. 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 choice for those who don't have the space or funds for an espresso machine of the traditional type, but still want to experience the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is simple to use and occupies very little counter space. You only need to press a single button to activate the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing the chosen pod. 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 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. It's also quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen workspace.

Pods aren't inexpensive, but there's an array of blends to suit everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee beans. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty document, a quick guide, and a tester pack comprising nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasts (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine is small enough to fit under a cupboard or flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing and able to master it and make it work, then this is a fantastic home espresso maker. It's more efficient than most of the more expensive models. It's the best value in its class, and is especially suitable for those who do not have an espresso maker yet. This could easily cost them another $100 or more.

This model sits right in the middle of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199), but it's still an excellent choice for baristas at home who are on a tight budget. It has a lot of customizable features and even an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It's also a one-boiler machine, meaning it can only perform one task at the same time.

Despite being a relatively newcomer to the market of espresso machines, Breville has quickly made their mark through their top-quality machines. This machine is no different and has enough control to let budding baristas develop their abilities without spending more than is necessary.

The unit is not without its quirks. The hopper is situated on the side, not at the top, of this model. It's not a huge issue, but it can be a hassle if you need to give several shots at once. The rear position of the tank makes it difficult to know how much liquid remains.

If you're willing some time to learn how to make use of the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent option for any espresso lover at home. The only drawback is the price, which can be a nagging issue for certain buyers. For those seeking a cheaper option, check out our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful and offer a little more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost less than the Breville model can do.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech smart coffee machines cheap maker with a simple user interface that produces excellent coffee. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED display provides your kitchen with a stylish appearance. It has one dial to set the amount of cups you want it to make. It also comes with a 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing process is similar to pour-over, which most coffee lovers believe makes the most flavorful coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds using shower heads. The coffee machine cheap is then brewed inside the double-walled thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. Its pause and pour feature lets you take out the carafe during brewing to fill your cup to the brim. 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 Brew 9-Cup coffee maker is certified by SCAA, which means it meets the rigorous standards of SCAA's technology. The brew cycles it uses are the same as the Bodum Bistro and Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee machines industrial with the carafe filled in 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is slightly more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but within the range of time that coffee experts suggest to make a great cup.

It also requires you to grind your own beans before brewing. You can select a manual grinder or a more automated model like the Baratza Encore. It has different grind settings and it has a hopper that can be used 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 easily cleaned by hand, though. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek style and user-friendly interface make it an undisputed contender among the best drip coffee machines makes makers.