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The Best Coffee Machines For Home
There is no one-size-fits-all coffee machine. That's why we've rounded up our top picks for your 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 needing you to be familiar with the art of espresso-making. It's the best bean-to cup machine we've found.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento is a great option for those looking to make espresso at home without losing quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with limited counter space in mind. It offers top-quality build and tiny 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 coffee at the same at the same time.
The machine also looks great and features a round insert on the side panel with the steam engraved and hot water spouts. This is a modernization of Rocket's classic design which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also has the black gauge of pressure in the boiler to indicate when the boiler is ready to use.
One downside to this small machine is that the drip tray and the water reservoir are smaller than most other machines. This means that you'll be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, especially when you use it often. This is a natural trade-off for a smaller footprint, though, and not an issue particular to this model.
This machine is able to handle your coffee needs. However, we would recommend investing in a good grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gigante, for increased consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to improve the tamping.
As a professional espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making some great drinks, and is easy to make latte art. However, it's important to remember that the machine isn't designed for novices, and there is an enlightening curve for those upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchanger is difficult to operate and you'll need to learn how to perform cooling flushes.
Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento provide the option of connecting to a water supply, which allows you to always have cold, fresh filtered water on hand for your drinks. The latter, however, has a 2.25-liter water tank, which could be more difficult to refill than its competitors.
2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie
As you might expect from a Lavazza machine, this one is designed with quality in mind. It is quick to reach the brewing temperature, which allows you to make your first cup of coffee in just 35 seconds. The water tank is quick and simple to refill, with the lid detaching completely to make a wide opening. It can be filled with tap water should you wish.
This is the smallest machine in the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still has a lot of punch. It costs 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 choice for those who don't have the space or budget for a traditional espresso machine however, they nevertheless want to drink an authentic Italian espresso.
The Jolie is extremely simple to use and occupies just a little counter space. Pressing a single button will start the machine. When you press it again, it will start dispensing the specific pod you've chosen. The button has a backlight so that you can see how much you have consumed. You can also manually stop the process if you want to drink the pod in smaller amounts.
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 quite quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small coffee machine kitchen workspace.
The pods are not cheap, but they come built in coffee machine a range of blends that can be used by everyone - from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods online.
The Jolie and Milk is a stylish capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It comes in a box with an 75cm power cable, plug as well as a quick-guide and warranty sheet and a tester box of nine Lavazza pods which include six roasts (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is small enough to be stored on an even surface or placed under the cabinet.
3. Breville BES870XL
The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. If you're willing put in the work to master its use this is a fantastic do-it-all home espresso maker that performs better than many of the more expensive models available. It's an excellent value for the money and is especially useful for those who aren't experienced enough to have an espresso maker that can cost up to $100.
This model is a bit below the top of the range for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive at $2,199) However, it's an excellent choice for baristas at home on a tight budget. It comes with a variety of customizable features and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler, which means it can only do brewing or steaming at one time.
Although it is a relatively newcomer to the espresso machine market, Breville has quickly made an impact by offering top-quality equipment. This machine is no different and has enough control to let new baristas hone their skills without spending hundreds more than they need to.
It's not without its flaws, though. For one, the hopper on this model is placed on the side of the unit, instead of on top--which isn't an issue however it can be difficult to give multiple shots at once. It's also difficult to see how much water remains 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 price, which may be a stumbling block for some buyers. If you're looking for a low-cost alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines have similar capabilities and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they are a fraction of the cost.
4. OXO Brew 9-Cup
A high-tech smart coffee machine with a user-friendly interface that produces excellent coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen give a sophisticated design to your kitchen. It has one dial that lets you to program the number of cups. There are two options: 5-9 cups and 2-4 cups. Its brewing process is similar to pour over that many Ground Coffee machines enthusiasts believe is the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and poured over the grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee is then brewed inside the double-walled thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause-and pour feature lets you remove the carafe while brewing and then fill your cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows a red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. It then resumes the brewing process.
The OXO 9-Cup coffee machines amazon maker comes SCAA certified, which means it complies with the strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycles are the same as those of 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 with a full-carafe in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. That's a little longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require but well within the range of time that coffee experts recommend for a good cup of drip.
You must also grind your own beans prior to making. You can use a manual coffee grinder, or opt for a more automatic model, such as the Baratza Encore, which has multiple grind settings and an hopper that can hold whole beans.
The only downside is that the carafe as well as the water reservoirs aren't dishwasher safe, which could be a issue for certain users. The stainless steel is still easily cleaned by hand, however. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and user-friendly interface make it one of the top contenders among best drip coffee makers.