Ten Best Coffee Machines That Really Improve Your Life

The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee machine. We've rounded up our favorite picks for your home, from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans, to semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch is the perfect blend between automation and having to know the ropes of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a machine that makes coffee.

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 small-footprint espresso machine was specifically designed for people who have little counter space. It combines excellent build quality and a compact footprint. It comes equipped with an 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk and make espresso simultaneously.

The machine is also beautiful and features a round insert on the side panel with the steam engraved and hot water spouts. This is a new take on the classic look of Rocket and is already impressive for a small machine. It also has a black pressure gauge that will let you know when the boiler is ready for use.

The water reservoir and drip tray are smaller on this machine than most other models. This means you'll have to be vigilant about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you are using it regularly. This is a sacrifice that results in smaller footprint. This isn't a problem specific to this model.

You can still make a large amount of coffee with this machine, and it can easily keep up with your demands. However, we would recommend investing in a quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gigante for greater consistency and flavor. You can also use this machine in conjunction with a Rocket portafilter to help improve the grinding process.

As a professional espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and it's simple to create Latte art. However, it's important to remember that the machine was not designed for beginners and there's an enlightening curve for those upgrading from appliances. The heat exchanger is tricky to handle and you'll need to master the art 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, filtered water. The latter 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 would expect from a Lavazza machine this one was made with quality in mind. The machine reaches the brewing temperature quickly, which means you can prepare your first cup in less than 35 second. The water tank is quick and simple to refill and the lid can be removed completely to reveal a large opening. You can also fill it with tap water if you prefer.

This is the smallest machine within the Lavazza A Modo Mio range and yet it packs a punch. It's priced at less than PS100 at retail - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an excellent choice for those who don't have the money or space for a traditional espresso maker, but who are looking to enjoy the benefits of authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is incredibly simple to use and occupies only a tiny amount of counter space. By pressing a single button, you can begin the process. After pressing it again, it will start dispense the pod you have selected. The button is illuminated so you can see how much you have consumed. You can also manually stop the process, should you prefer to consume the pod in smaller quantities.

This model does not come with a steam wand however, you can add creamy foam to your milk with an optional milk frother. The machine is quite quiet as well and can be utilized in a small space or in a flatshare kitchen without causing any disturbance to anyone else.

They're not expensive, but there's an array of blends available to suit everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in most 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 that includes a milk warmer and frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty document and a quick reference, and a tester pack comprising nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasts (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine is small enough to be able to be stowed on a flat surface or slipped under your cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso maker that's not within the budget of a majority of consumers. If you're willing and able to learn how to use it this is a fantastic home espresso maker. It's more efficient than many of the more expensive models. It's an excellent price for the class and is especially useful for those who are new to the field and don't have an espresso machine, which can cost up to $100.

This model is priced less than the most expensive Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199) however it is a good choice for baristas working on a budget. It has a lot of options to customize and features, including an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler that means that it can only do steaming or brewing at the same time.

Breville, a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has swiftly established a reputation for high-quality appliances. This machine isn't an exception and offers enough adjustability to let baristas who are aspiring improve their abilities without spending more than they need to.

It's not without its quirks, though. The hopper is on the side, not on the top, of this model. It's not a big deal, but can be a problem if you wish to disperse several shots at a time. It's also not very easy to know 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 ideal, all-purpose machine for any home espresso lover. The only issue is the price, which could be a turnoff for certain buyers. For those looking for a lower-cost alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost a fraction of what this Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker that produces great coffee using a simple interface. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add a stylish look to your kitchen. It has one dial to set the amount of cups you want to make. It comes with the 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which most coffee aficionados believe produces the best-tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds with a shower head. The coffee is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe and can be stored for up to 60 min. Its pause and pour feature lets you remove the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine stops the brewing process and displays the red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. Then, it resumes brewing.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup is an SCAA-certified coffee making machine maker that means it is in compliance with the rigorous standards of SCAA's 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 tests we found that the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent cup of drip coffee machine pro that filled an entire carafe in just 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is slightly more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but still within the range of time that coffee machine price experts suggest to make a good cup.

It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can make use of a manual coffee grinder, or choose a more automated model, such as the Baratza Encore, which has different grind settings and a hopper that holds whole beans.

The only issue with this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a concern for some users. The stainless steel is still easy to clean by hand, however. The OXO 9-Cup is a leading contender for the top drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and easy-to use interface.