The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all coffee maker that is perfect for every. We've rounded up our top picks for the home, from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatics that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automatizing the process while requiring you to be familiar with the art of espresso-making. It's the best coffee machines bean-to-cup machine we've found.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top choice for those looking to make espresso at home without making big sacrifices in terms of quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with the smallest counter space in mind. It combines outstanding build quality with the smallest 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 simultaneously.

The machine looks fantastic too, and comes with an elongated side panel with the engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is a new take on the classic look of Rocket, which is already pretty impressive for a small machine. It also has an black gauge for boiler pressure to show when the boiler is ready for use.

One disadvantage of this tiny machine is that the drip tray and the water reservoir are smaller than the majority of machines. It is important be extra cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially the case when you are using it often. This is a trade-off that results in less footprint. This is not an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still brew plenty of coffee using this machine, and it can easily keep up with your demands. We recommend buying a good grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and taste. You can also pair the machine with a Rocket Portafilter to improve tamping.

As a professional espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making some great drinks, and is easy to make latte art. It is important to remember that this machine was not intended for novices. There is a slight learning curve for those who upgrade from appliances-grade espresso machines coffee. The heat exchanger is difficult to work with and you'll have to master the art of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento offer the option of connecting to a water supply, which means you'll always have cold, fresh filtered water on hand for your drinks. The latter model has a smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be more difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from the Lavazza machine, this one is made with quality in mind. The machine reaches the temperature of brewing quickly, meaning you can prepare your first cup in less than 35 seconds. The water tank is also quick and easy to fill, with the lid detaching completely to reveal a large opening. You can fill it using tap water, should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the series, yet it is a powerful machine. It's priced less than PS100 at retail and is much less expensive than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. The Jolie is a great option for those who don't have the space or money for a traditional espresso machine however still want to experience an authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely simple to operate and takes up just a little counter space. You just need to press a single button to activate the machine, then again to start dispensing your chosen pod. There's a light on the button so that you can easily see how much has been dispensed, and you can stop the process at any time in case you prefer drinking your drink in smaller portions.

This model does not come with a steam wand however, you can add creamy froth to your milk using an optional milk frother. The machine is quiet also, and can be used in a small space or in a flatshare kitchen without disturbing others.

Pods aren't expensive, but there's a wide variety of blends available that will satisfy everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. They are available in most supermarkets alongside regular coffee beans and ground coffee and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a stylish capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It comes in a box with an 75cm power cable, plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet, and a test box of nine Lavazza pods that include six roasts (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is small enough to be kept on a flat surface or slipped under the cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. But if you're willing to put in the work to learn how to use it this is a great espresso maker for home use that performs better than many of the more expensive models available. It's the most affordable in its class, and is especially suitable for those who do not have an espresso maker yet--which can easily set them back another $100 or more.

This model is a bit in the middle of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive, costing $2,199), but it's still an excellent option for home baristas on a tight budget. It comes with plenty of adjustable features, and has a built-in burr grinder that makes the whole experience much more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine, which means it can only be used for steaming or brewing at one time.

Breville, a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has quickly earned a reputation for its high-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and offers enough adjustability to let aspiring baristas improve their abilities without spending more than they need to.

The unit has its flaws. The hopper is situated on the side, not the top of the model. It's not a big problem, but it could be frustrating if you want to give several shots at once. It's also difficult to determine how much water is left in the tank because of its rear position.

If you're willing to learn how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's a great, do-it-all appliance for any home espresso lover. The only downside is the price, which could be a nagging issue for certain buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally capable and offer a little more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you a fraction of what this Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart machine for coffee with a simple user interface that produces great coffee. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED display creates a chic kitchen look. It comes with a single dial to program how many cups you want it to make and includes two cup settings and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing method is similar to pour-over brewing, which coffee machine amazon enthusiasts believe makes the most delicious coffee machine professional. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and poured over the grounds using a showerhead to ensure uniform saturation. The coffee that is brewed is collected in the double-walled thermal carafe that can be kept for up to 60 minutes. The pause-and pour feature lets you to remove the carafe during brewing and then fill your cup. The machine stops the brewing process and shows the red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. It then resumes brewing.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker is SCAA certified, which means that it meets the organization’s strict standards for technical quality. The brew cycles are the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing times.

In our tests in our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee that filled the carafe filled in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is slightly more than the 6 minutes the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but still within the time range that coffee experts recommend to make a good cup.

You should also grind your own beans prior to making. You can use a manual coffee grinder or choose a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore, which has various grind settings as well as the hopper can hold entire beans.

The only issue is that the carafe as well as the water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe, which could be a hassle for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek style and easy-to-use interface make it an undisputed contender among the best drip coffee makers.