The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no one-size-fits-all coffee machine. We've rounded up our top picks for the home, ranging from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans to a semiautomatic that gives you the best control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automating the process and needing you to be proficient in the art of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a coffee-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top choice for those who want to make espresso at home without having to make significant sacrifices in terms of quality. This espresso machine with a small footprint was specifically designed for people with small counter space. It combines excellent build quality and a small footprint. It comes with a 1.8 milliliter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Head so you can steam your milk and brew coffee at the same at the same time.

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

One drawback of this compact machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than those of other machines. You'll need be cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is particularly true in the event that you frequently use it. This is a cost that is a result of having less footprint. This is not something that is unique to this model.

This machine can easily handle your coffee needs. We suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and taste. You can also use the machine in conjunction with an Rocket Portafilter to improve the tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can make delicious drinks and it is easy to make latte arts. It's important to note that the machine isn't made for beginners and there's a bit of a learning curve for those who are upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchange boiler may be a bit difficult to operate and you'll have to learn the basics of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento offer the option of connecting to a water supply, that means you will always have clean, cold filtered water on hand for your drinks. The latter has a 2.25-liter water tank that could be more difficult to refill than its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you might expect from the Lavazza machine this one was made with quality in mind. It is quick to reach brewing temperature, allowing you to make your first cup of coffee machine maker in less than 35 seconds. The water tank is fast and easy to refill, with the lid detaching completely to make a wide opening. It can be filled with tap water depending on what you prefer.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the range, but it is a powerful machine. It's priced at less than PS100 at the full price - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie a great option for those with a limited budget or space for a traditional espresso maker, but who want to get their fix of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and occupies very little counter space. Pressing a single button will activate the machine. Pressing it again will start dispense the specific pod you've chosen. The button has a backlight to let you know how much you have consumed. You can also stop the process should you prefer to consume the pod in smaller quantities.

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 quiet and can be used to make coffee machines ireland in a small kitchen workspace.

The pods are not inexpensive, but they come in a wide range of blends that can be used by everyone - from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets along with regular coffee beans and ground coffee and 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 with a 75cm power plug and power cable, a warranty sheet along with a quick guide and a tester pack comprising nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasted (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine is small enough to be placed under a cabinet or on flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that's not within the budget of most average consumers. If you're willing and able master it this is a great at-home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's a good price for the class and is especially useful for those who are new to the field and don't have an espresso maker that can cost up to $100.

This model is a bit below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive, costing $2,199) However, it's a solid choice for baristas at home on a budget. It comes with plenty of adjustable features, and it even has a built-in burr grinder that makes the entire experience less expensive. It's also a single boiler machine, which means that it can only do steaming or brewing at the same time.

Despite being a relative newcomer to the market of espresso machines, Breville has quickly made their mark by offering top-quality equipment. This machine is no different, and it has just enough control to let new baristas develop their abilities without spending more than is necessary.

There are some quirks, though. For instance, the hopper on this model is positioned on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't significant however it can be a little difficult to disperse multiple shots at a time. It's also not very easy to determine the amount of water left in the tank due to its rear placement.

But if you're prepared to invest some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an excellent, all-purpose appliance for any home espresso lover. The only issue with the Breville Barista Express is its price which could be a hindrance for some buyers. If you're looking for a budget alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and 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 does.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker that makes excellent coffee with a simple user interface. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED display gives your kitchen a sophisticated appearance. It has one dial to set how many cups you want to make. It comes with two cup settings and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing process is similar to pour over that many coffee enthusiasts believe produces the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then poured evenly over the coffee grounds using shower heads. The coffee is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause-and pour feature lets you remove the carafe while brewing and fill your cup. The machine pauses brewing and shows a red light for the carafe on its LED interface until you return it. It then resumes and finishes brewing.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup coffee maker is certified by SCAA, which means it complies with the organization's rigorous technical standards. The brew cycles it uses are the same as the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it allows for more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9-Cup made a pot of excellent drip coffee machine small with a full-carafe in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. It's slightly longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require but well within the range that experts in the field recommend for a great cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making. You can choose either a manual grinder or a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has different grind settings and a hopper for whole beans.

The only issue with this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a problem for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is a leading contender for the best drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and simple to use interface.