The Best Coffee Machines For Home
There's no one-size-fits-all coffee maker. That's why we've rounded up our favorite picks for your home, ranging from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatic machines that give you the best control over your espresso.
The Breville Oracle Touch achieves the perfect balance between automation and the need to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's the best bean-to-cup machine we've found.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento is a top choice for those looking to make espresso at home without having to make huge sacrifices in terms quality. This espresso machine with a small footprint was created for those who have little counter space. It combines excellent build quality and a compact footprint. It is equipped with an 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk and brew espresso at the same time.
The machine looks fantastic too, and comes with a round side panel insert with engraved hot water and steam spouts. This is a fresh update on Rocket's classic aesthetic, which is already pretty impressive for a small machine. It also includes the black pressure gauge, which shows when the boiler is ready for use.
The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this model than others. You will need be cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is particularly true if you use it frequently. This is a natural tradeoff for having smaller footprint, however, and not an issue that is unique to this model.
This machine is capable of handling your coffee demands. We recommend investing in a quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gante, to increase consistency and flavor. You can also pair this machine with the Rocket portafilter to improve the tamping process.
Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can make delicious drinks and it is easy to make Latte Arts. However, it's worth noting that the machine isn't designed for beginners and there's some learning curve for those who are upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchanger can be difficult to work with and you'll need to master the art of cooling flushes.
Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento offer the option of connecting to a water supply, which means you'll always have fresh, cold water that has been filtered for your drinks. top 10 home coffee machines comes with a smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be harder to refill.
2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie
This machine is built to Lavazza's top standards. It is quick to reach brewing temperature, allowing you to prepare your first cup of coffee in less than 35 minutes. The tank can be easily refilled 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.
This is the smallest machine of the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still is a powerful machine. It costs less than PS100 at full price and is much less expensive than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie a great option for those with a limited budget or space for a traditional espresso maker, but who would like to experience the pleasure of real Italian espresso.
The Jolie is easy to use and requires small counter space. Pressing a single button will begin the process. When you press it again, it will start dispensing the pod you have selected. There's a light on the button, so you can easily see the amount of liquid that has been dispersed and you can also manually stop the process should you prefer to drink your drink in smaller portions.
There's no steam wand available on this model, however you can add a milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you 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 wide range of blends that will suit all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are sold in most supermarkets alongside regular coffee beans and ground coffee and you can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.
The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine that comes with an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cord and plug along with a quick-guide as well as a 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 fit under a cupboard or on a flat surface.
3. Breville BES870XL
The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing to take the time to master its use this is a fantastic espresso maker for home use that performs better than some of the more expensive models available. It's the most affordable in its class, and is especially good for novices who don't have an espresso machine yet. This could easily cost them another $100 or more.
This model is a bit below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive, costing $2,199) however, it's a solid choice for home baristas on a tight budget. It comes with a variety of options to customize and features, including an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine, which means that it can only do steaming or brewing at one time.
Breville, a relative newcomer on the market for espresso machines, has swiftly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no different and has enough control to let budding baristas hone their abilities without spending more than is necessary.
The unit is not without its quirks. The hopper is situated on the side, not on the top of the model. It's not a huge deal, but can be a hassle if you need to give multiple shots at once. The rear position of the tank makes it difficult to know 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 option for any espresso lover at home. The only issue is the price, which can be a deterrent for certain buyers. If you're looking for a low-cost alternative, we suggest the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are similar in capability and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they cost less than the price.
4. OXO Brew 9 Cup
A high-tech smart coffee machine with a simple user interface that makes great coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add a sophisticated design to your kitchen. It comes with one dial that lets you to program the number of cups. There are two settings available: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over brewing, which coffee lovers believe makes the most flavorful coffee. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and then poured over grounds using a showerhead to ensure uniform saturation. The coffee is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe that can be kept for up to 60 min. The pause-and-pour function 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, then it resumes and completes brewing.
The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker has been SCAA certified, which means that it meets the organization’s strict technical standards. The brew cycle is longer than the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it offers more control over temperature, brewing duration and quality.
In our tests in our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent cup of drip coffee with an entire carafe in just 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is a bit longer than the 6 minutes or less that the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but it falls within the range that experts in the field recommend for a good cup of drip.
It also requires you to grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can choose either a manual grinder or a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has multiple grind settings, and a hopper for whole beans.
The only downside 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 Brew 9-Cup's sleek style and user-friendly interface make it an undisputed contender among the best drip coffee makers.