The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all coffee machines professional maker that is perfect for every. We've rounded up our favorite picks for your home, ranging 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 is the perfect blend between automation and needing to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's the most efficient bean-to-cup machine we've seen.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top pick for those looking to make espresso at home without making huge sacrifices in terms quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and combines outstanding build quality with the smallest footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 Liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Heads so that you can steam your milk and brew coffee at same time.

The machine also looks great and features a round design on the side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a fresh update on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a machine that is so small. It also has the black gauge of pressure in the boiler to show when the boiler is ready to use.

One drawback of this compact machine is that the drip tray and the water reservoir are smaller than the majority of machines. You will need be extra cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially true in the event that you frequently use it. This is a cost that is a result of having less footprint. This isn't a problem specific to this model.

This machine is capable of handling the demands of your coffee. We recommend purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to increase consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can make delicious drinks and it is easy to make Latte arts. However, it's worth noting that the machine was not designed for beginners and has an enlightening curve for those upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchange boiler may be a little tricky to control and you'll have to learn the ins and outs of 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 capable of drinking cold and purified water. The latter comes with a smaller 2.25-liter tank that is difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's highest standards. It is quick to reach the brewing temperature, which allows you to prepare your first cup of Professional coffee Machine in just 35 minutes. The water tank is also quick and simple to refill and the lid can be removed completely to create a large opening. You can fill it up with tap water if that's what you prefer.

This is the smallest machine within the Lavazza A Modo Mio range however, it still is a powerful machine. At its full cost, it's less than PS100 - which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. This makes the Jolie a great option for those who don't have the money or space for an 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 only need to press one button to start the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing the chosen pod. There's a backlight that's on the button, so you can easily see the amount of dispensed, and you can stop the process at any time if you prefer to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

The model isn't equipped with a steam wand, however, you can add creamy foam to your milk with an optional milk frother. The machine is quiet also, and can be used in a small workspace or in a flatshare kitchen without disturbing others.

The pods aren't cheap, but they come in a wide range of blends that can be used by anyone from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. You can find them in most supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine that includes a milk warmer and frother. It comes with a 75cm power plug and power cable, a warranty card and a quick reference, 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 compact enough to fit under a cabinet or on a flat surface.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing to invest the time to master its use this is a fantastic espresso maker for home use that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models on the market. It's the most affordable in its class, and is especially good for novices who don't have an espresso machine yet--which can easily set them back another $100 or more.

The model is just in the middle of the range for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199) however, it's a solid choice for home baristas who are on a tight budget. It's loaded with customizable features, and even an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine that means that it can only do steaming or brewing at one time.

Breville, relatively new to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly established a reputation for high-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and it comes with enough control to let aspiring baristas develop their skills without spending hundreds more than necessary.

The unit is not without its flaws. The hopper is located on the side, not 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.

But if you're prepared to spend some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an ideal, all-purpose machine for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only drawback to the Breville Barista Express is its cost, which may be a stumbling block for certain buyers. If you're seeking a cheaper alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally capable and provide a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you a fraction of what this Breville model can do.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech, intelligent coffee maker that produces great coffee using a simple interface. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen give a sophisticated look to your kitchen. It has a single dial that allows you to set the amount of cups. There are two options: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing method is similar to pour-over, which many coffee enthusiasts believe makes the best-tasting coffee. The water is heated to the ideal temperature, and then poured evenly over the coffee grounds using a shower head. The brewed coffee then collects in the thermal, double-walled carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause-and-pour feature allows you to take the carafe out while brewing and fill your cup. The machine stops the brewing process and shows a red light on its LED interface, until you return the carafe. Then, it resumes brewing.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup coffee maker is a SCAA-certified coffee machine offers maker, that means it is in compliance with the rigorous standards of SCAA's technology. The brew cycles are the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our tests we found that the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee machine home that filled a carafe full in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. It's slightly longer than the 6 minutes or less that the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require but well within the range experts in the field recommend for a good cup of drip.

It also requires you to grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can opt for an manual grinder or a more automated model like the Baratza Encore. It has various grind settings, as well as it has a hopper that can be used for whole beans.

The only downside is that the carafe as well as the water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe and could cause hassle for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek aesthetic and user-friendly interface make it an undisputed contender among the top drip coffee makers.