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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee maker. We've rounded-up our top picks, from a superautomatic machine that grinds your beans and packs them into 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 espresso-making. It's the most efficient bean-to-cup machine we've come across.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top option for those who wish to make espresso at home without making huge sacrifices in terms quality. This espresso machine for the prosumer is designed with the smallest counter space in mind. It combines outstanding build quality with the smallest footprint. It comes with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group heads so that you can steam milk and brew espresso at the same time.

The machine looks great as well, and has a round side panel insert with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a new take on the classic design of Rocket and is already impressive for a compact machine. It also comes with an black pressure gauge that shows when the boiler is ready to use.

The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this model than others. This means that you will have to be vigilant about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you use it often. This is a sacrifice that comes with having less footprint. It's not a problem specific to this model.

You can still brew a lot of coffee using this machine, and it is able to easily keep up with the demands. That being said, we would recommend investing in a good grinder, like the Baratza Sette Gigante for increased consistency and flavor. You can also pair the machine with an Rocket Portafilter to improve the tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, makes some great drinks and it is simple to make Latte Arts. It's important to note that the machine was not designed for novices and has some learning curve for those upgrading from appliances. The heat exchanger is difficult to work with, and you'll need to learn how to perform cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca as well as the Rocket Appartamento have the option to connect to an water source, allowing you to be in a position to drink cold and filtered water. 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 would expect from the Lavazza machine this one was made with quality in mind. The machine can reach the brewing temperature quickly, so you can make your first cup in just 35 second. The water tank is able to be filled with ease, since the lid can be removed to create the large hole. It can be filled with tap water depending on what you prefer.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the range, but it is a powerful machine. When you buy it at full cost, it's less than PS100 which is lower than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. This makes the Jolie a great option for those with a limited budget or space for an espresso maker, but are looking to enjoy the benefits of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and requires small counter space. It's as easy as pressing one button to turn on the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing the chosen pod. There's a backlight on the button so that you can easily see the amount of dispensed and you can also manually stop the process if you prefer to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

There's no steam wand included on this model, however you can add a milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth, if you'd like. The machine is also quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen work space.

The pods are not expensive, but they are available in a range of blends that are suitable for everyone - from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. You can find them in many supermarkets, as well as 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 with an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cable and plug as well as a quick-guide and warranty card, as well as a test box of nine Lavazza pods which include six roasted (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 flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. If you're willing to master it and make it work, then this is a fantastic home espresso maker. It's far superior to most of the more expensive models. It's among the best priced in its class, and it's especially suitable for those who don't have an espresso grinder yet--which can easily cost them 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 an excellent choice for home baristas on a tight budget. It has plenty of customizable features, and includes an integrated burr grinder to make the entire experience less expensive. It is also a single-boiler machine, which means that it can only handle one thing at the same time.

Breville, an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has quickly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and it comes with enough control to let new baristas improve their skills without spending hundreds more than is necessary.

There are some quirks, though. For one, the hopper on this model is positioned on the side of the unit instead of being on top. This isn't really an issue however it can be frustrating if you're trying to give multiple shots at once. The rear placement of the tank makes it difficult to see the amount of liquid left.

If you're willing some time to learn how to make use of the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for any espresso lover at home. The only downside is the cost, which can be a nagging issue for some buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we suggest 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 cost 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. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen gives your kitchen a sophisticated look. It has one dial that allows you to set the number of cups. There are two settings: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which most coffee enthusiasts believe is the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then poured evenly over the coffee grounds with shower heads. The coffee is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 minutes. The pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe in brewing and fill your individual cup. The machine stops the brewing process, and displays the red light on its LED interface, until you return the carafe. The machine then begins the brewing process.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker comes SCAA certified, meaning it meets the organization’s strict standards for technical quality. The brew cycles it uses are the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it allows for more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our testing we found that the OXO Brew 9-Cup produced a pot of excellent drip coffee and a full-carafe of coffee in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a bit longer than the 6 minutes or less that the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but still within the range coffee experts recommend for a good cup of drip.

You must also grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can make use of 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 issue with this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a problem for some customers. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is a top contender for the top drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and easy-to use interface.

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