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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no single-size-fits all coffee machine. That's why we've rounded up our top picks for the 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 automatizing the process while requiring you to be proficient in the art of making espresso. It's our top pick for a coffee-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a fantastic choice for those who want to make espresso at their home without having to compromise on quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with limited counter space in mind. It is built to last with a high-end build quality and a very small footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 Liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Head, so you can steam your milk and brew your coffee at the same at the same time.

The machine looks stunning as well and features an elongated side panel with engraved hot water and steam spouts. This is an upgrade to Rocket's classic design which is already impressive for a compact appliance. It also has an black gauge for boiler pressure to indicate when the boiler is ready for use.

The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this machine than most others. It is important be cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially true if you use it frequently. This is a cost that comes with having smaller footprint. This is not an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still brew a lot of coffee using this machine, and it is able to easily keep up with your demands. We would recommend purchasing a high-quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Gigante for greater consistency and flavor. You can also pair this machine with an Rocket portafilter to help improve the tamping process.

As a professional espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making great drinks, and it's easy to create latte art. It is important to remember that this machine was not designed for beginners. There is a slight learning curve for those upgrading from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler may be a little tricky to operate and you'll need to master the basics of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento provide the option of connecting to a water source, which allows you to always have cold, fresh filtered water on hand for your drinks. The latter comes with smaller 2.25-liter tank that is difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's top 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 can be easily refilled, as the lid can be removed to make a large hole. You can fill it with tap water should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the range, but it packs a punch. 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 a great option for those with a limited budget or space to buy a traditional espresso maker, but would like to experience the pleasure of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and requires little counter space. You just need to press one button to turn on the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing the chosen pod. The button has a backlight to let you know the amount you've consumed. You can also stop the process in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller quantities.

This model doesn't 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 anyone else.

The pods are not expensive, but they are available in a variety of blends that will suit all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee beans. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cable and plug, a quick-guide and warranty card, as well as a test 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 the floor.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance at first, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that's beyond the budget of a majority of consumers. But if you're willing to put in the work to learn how to use it this is a fantastic do-it-all home espresso maker that performs better than some of the more expensive models available. It's an excellent price for the class and is particularly useful for beginners who don't yet have an espresso maker, which can cost up to $100.

This model is priced below the most expensive Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199) however it is a good choice for baristas who are on a budget. It's loaded with customizable features and even an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It's also a single boiler, which means it can only be used for brewing or steaming at one time.

Breville, a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has rapidly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no exception, and it has just enough control to let new baristas hone their abilities without spending a lot more than is necessary.

It's not without its quirks however. The hopper is situated on the side, not on the top, of this model. It's not a huge problem, but it could be frustrating if you want to disperse several shots at once. It's also difficult to determine the amount of water left in the tank, because of its rear position.

If you're willing to spend some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's a great, do-it-all appliance for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only issue with the Breville Barista Express is its cost, which may be a stumbling block for certain buyers. For those looking for a less expensive option, check out our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are comparable in their capabilities and offer a little more control than the Barista Express. However, they cost a fraction of the price.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker that produces great coffee with a simple interface. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen give a sophisticated appearance to your kitchen. It comes with one dial to set how many cups you want to make. It comes with the 2-4 cup setting as well as a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing method is similar to pour-over the grounds, which many coffee lovers believe is the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature before being poured over the grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee brewed is then stored in the double-walled, thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause and pour feature lets you remove the carafe during brewing to fill your cup to the brim. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows an 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 it meets the organization’s strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycles are the same as the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it lets you control the temperature and brewing time.

In our testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup made an excellent drip coffee that was served in a full cup in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a little more than the 6 minutes that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but within the range of time that coffee experts recommend to make a good cup.

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

The only issue with this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a concern for some customers. The Stainless Steel 4 Bar Latte Maker for Coffee Lovers steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and easy-to-use interface make it one of the top contenders among best home coffee machine (writes in the official Coffeee blog) drip coffee makers.