The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee maker that is perfect for every. We've compiled our top picks, starting with a superautomatic that grinds your beans and packs them into semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automatizing the process while needing you to be familiar with the art of making espresso. It's our top choice for a bean-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a fantastic choice for those looking to make espresso at their home without sacrificing quality. This small-footprint espresso machine was created for those with small counter space. It is built to last and has excellent quality and a small footprint. It comes 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 at the same time.

The machine also looks great and has a circular insert on the side panel with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is an update to Rocket's classic design, which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also comes with the black gauge of pressure in the boiler to show 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. It is important be cautious when emptying and re-filling the machine. This is especially true in the event that you frequently use it. This is a cost that is a result of having smaller footprint. This isn't something that is unique to this model.

You can still make a large amount of coffee with this machine, and it can easily meet the demands. We suggest investing in a quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and taste. You can also pair this machine with a Rocket portafilter to improve the process of tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can create some great drinks and it is simple to make Latte Arts. It is important to remember that this machine was not designed for beginners. There is a slight learning curve for those upgrading from espresso machines that are appliance-grade. The heat exchange boiler may be a bit tricky to operate and you'll need to learn the basics 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 able to drink cold, purified water. The latter comes with smaller 2.25-liter tank that is difficult to refill.

1. 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 temperature for brewing quickly, so you can make your first cup in less than 35 second. The water tank is able to be filled, as the lid can be removed to make the large hole. It can be filled using tap water, if you like.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the series, yet it is a powerful machine. At its full price, it's priced at PS100 - which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who do not have the space or funds for an espresso machine of the traditional type, but nevertheless want to drink the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and takes up small counter space. Pressing a single button will start the machine. Pressing it again will begin dispensing the pod you have selected. There's a light on the button so that you can easily see the amount of liquid that has been dispersed and you can also stop the process at any time if you prefer to drink your drink in smaller portions.

There's no steam wand available on this model, however you can make use of an optional milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth, if you'd like. The machine is quite quiet, too and can be used in a small area or in a kitchen with flatshare without disturbing anyone else.

They aren't cheap, but there is a wide variety of blends that will satisfy everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in most supermarkets, along with 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 that has an integrated milk warmer. It comes with an 75cm power cable, plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet and a tester 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 small enough to be able to be stowed on the floor or placed under your cabinet.

1. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. But if you're willing to invest the time to master its use this is a great espresso maker for your home that performs better than many of the more expensive models available. It's the most affordable in its class, and it's especially good for novices who don't have an espresso grinder yet--which can easily set them back another $100 or more.

This model sits right in the middle of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive at $2,199), but it's still an excellent option for home baristas who are on a tight budget. It has a lot of customizable features and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine that means that it can only do brewing or steaming at one time.

Breville, an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has rapidly earned a reputation for its high-quality appliances. This machine is no different and offers enough adjustable control to let baristas who are aspiring improve their abilities without spending more than they should.

There are some quirks, though. One example is that the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit, instead of on top. This isn't an issue however it can be difficult to disperse multiple shots at a time. It's also not very easy to see the amount of water left in the tank, because of its position at the rear.

If you're willing some time in learning how to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent option for any coffee lover at home. The only drawback to the Breville Barista Express is the price, which may be a hindrance for certain buyers. If you're looking for a less expensive alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful and offer a little more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost only a fraction of the price. Breville model does.

1. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart machine for coffee with a user-friendly interface that produces excellent coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add an elegant design to your kitchen. It features one dial to set how many cups you want it to make and includes a 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over that many coffee enthusiasts believe makes the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature before being poured over the grounds using a showerhead to ensure uniform saturation. The brewed coffee is then collected in the double-walled thermal carafe and can be stored for up to 60 min. The pause-and pour feature lets you to remove the carafe during brewing and then fill your cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and displays a red carafe light on its LED interface until you return it. It then it resumes and completes brewing.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker comes SCAA certified, which means it meets the strict technical standards. Its brew cycle is about longer than the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it offers greater control over temperature, brewing time and also quality.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent cup of drip coffee that filled a carafe full in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a bit more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but still within the range that experts in the field recommend to make a good cup.

You must also grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can choose either a manual grinder or a more automated model, such as the Baratza Encore. It has various grind settings, as well as a hopper for whole beans.

The only drawback to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a concern for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is an excellent contender for the best drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and simple to use interface.