The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no single-size-fits all coffee machine small machine. We've rounded-up our top picks, starting with a superautomatic that grinds your beans and packs them to semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automating the process and needing you to be familiar with the art of making espresso. It's our top choice for a machine that makes coffee.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento makes a great choice for those who want to make espresso at home without losing quality. This small-footprint espresso machine was designed for those who have limited counter space. It has a great build quality and a compact 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 simultaneously.

The machine also looks great and features a round panel on the side with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is an upgrade to Rocket's traditional design that is already impressive for a small appliance. It also includes the black pressure gauge, which shows when the boiler is ready to use.

One disadvantage of this tiny machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than the majority of machines. This means that you will have to be vigilant about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you are using it regularly. This is a cost that results in smaller footprint. This isn't an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still make a large amount of coffee using this machine, and it will easily keep up with the demands. That being said, we would recommend purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gigante to ensure consistency and better flavor. You can also pair this machine with a Rocket portafilter to enhance the grinding process.

As a professional espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making great drinks, and is easy to create the latte art. It's important to note that this machine isn't designed for beginners. There is a slight learning curve for people who are upgrading from appliance-grade espresso machines. The heat exchanger is difficult to operate and you'll have to master the art of 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 comes with smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from the Lavazza machine this one was designed with quality in mind. It is quick to reach the brewing temperature, allowing you to prepare your first cup of Pro Coffee Machines in less than 35 seconds. The tank can be easily refilled with ease, since the lid can be removed to create a large hole. You can fill it up using tap water, should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the range, but it is a powerful machine. It's priced less than PS100 at full price which is less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an ideal choice for those who don't have the money or space to buy a traditional espresso maker, but who are looking to enjoy the benefits of authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely easy to use and takes up very little counter space. It's as easy as pressing a single button to activate the machine and again to begin dispensing the chosen pod. There's a backlight on the button to ensure that you can easily see the amount of liquid that has been dispersed, and you can stop the process at any time should you prefer to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

There's no steam wand on this model, but you can use an optional milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you like. The machine is also quite quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen or workspace.

The pods aren't expensive, but they are available in a variety of blends that are suitable for anyone from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee beans. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods online.

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 along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet and a tester box that contains nine Lavazza pods that include six roasts (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine itself is small enough to be stored on a flat surface or slipped under your cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. If you're willing take the time 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 on the market. It's among the best priced in its class, and is especially good for novices who don't have an espresso grinder yet, which could cost them another $100 or more.

The model is priced lower than the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199), but is still an excellent choice for baristas on a budget. It has plenty of customizable features, and comes with a built-in burr grinder that makes the whole experience much cheaper. It's also a single boiler machine, meaning it can only handle one thing at one time.

Breville, a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has rapidly earned a reputation for its high-quality appliances. This machine is no different and has enough adjustable control to allow aspiring baristas to improve their skills without spending hundreds of dollars more than they have to.

The unit is not without its quirks. One example is that the hopper on this model is placed on the side of the unit instead of on top. This isn't significant however it can be a little frustrating if you're trying to give multiple shots at once. It's also not very easy to determine how much water is left in the tank due to its rear placement.

If you're willing to spend some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an excellent, all-purpose appliance for any home coffee machines espresso lover. The only drawback is the price, which can be a nagging issue for certain buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we suggest the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are similar in capability and offer a little 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 that makes great coffee using a simple interface. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add a sophisticated appearance to your kitchen. It has one dial that lets 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 aficionados believe produces the most delicious coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds with shower heads. The brewed coffee pot machine is then collected in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause and pour feature lets you remove the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows 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, which means it complies with the strict standards in terms of technology. Its brew cycles are about the same as the Bodum Bistro and the 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 made a pot of excellent drip coffee with a full-carafe of coffee in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a little more than the 6 minutes that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster calls for, but it is within the range that coffee experts recommend to make a great cup.

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

The only drawback to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a problem for some customers. The stainless steel is easily cleaned by hand, though. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek style and user-friendly interface make it an undisputed contender among the top drip coffee machines amazon makers.