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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all espresso machine. We've rounded up our top picks for your home, from a fully automated that grinds and packs your beans to a semiautomatic that gives you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automatizing the process and needing you to be knowledgeable about the art of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a coffee-to-cup machine.

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 and combines outstanding build quality with the smallest footprint. It is 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 looks fantastic and features a round insert on the side panel with the steam engraved and hot water spouts. This is an update to Rocket's traditional design, which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also has an black pressure gauge that will let you know when the boiler is ready to use.

One drawback of this compact machine is that the drip tray and water reservoir are smaller than the majority of machines. You will need be extra cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is particularly true in the event that you frequently use it. This is a natural trade-off for having smaller footprint, however this is not a problem specific to this model.

This machine is able to handle your coffee needs. We would suggest investing in a good grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gigante, for greater consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to improve the tamping.

As a prosumer espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making some great drinks, and it's easy to create latte art. However, it's important to remember that the machine isn't designed for novices and there's some learning curve for those who are upgrading from appliances. The heat exchange boiler can be a bit tricky to control, and you will have 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 capable of drinking cold pure, purified water. The latter has a smaller 2.25-liter tank that is more difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's high standards. The machine can reach the temperature of brewing quickly, which means you can make your first cup in just 35 seconds. The water tank is also fast and easy to refill by removing the lid completely to make a wide opening. It can be filled with tap water, if you like.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the models, but it is a powerful machine. It costs less than PS100 at the full price which is less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who don't have the space or money for traditional espresso machines, but still want to experience an authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is incredibly simple to use and takes up just a little counter space. Pressing one button will start the machine. When you press it again, it will start dispensing the specific pod you've chosen. The button is illuminated to let you know how much you have consumed. You can also stop the process in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller portions.

This model doesn't come with a steam wand however, you can add creamy froth to your milk using an optional milk frother. The machine is quiet, too, and can be used in a small workspace or in a kitchen with flatshare without causing any disturbance to anyone else.

The pods are not expensive, but they are available in a variety of blends that can be used by all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in many supermarkets, as well as regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a stylish capsule machine that includes a milk warmer and a frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty card along with a quick guide and best coffee machines a test pack of nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasted (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine is small enough to fit under a cabinet or on the floor.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. But if you're willing to take the time to master its use this is a fantastic espresso maker for your home that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models available. It's among the best priced in its class, and it's particularly suitable for beginners who don't have an espresso grinder yet. This could easily set them back another $100 or more.

This model is priced below the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199) However, it's an excellent option for 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, which means it can only do steaming or brewing at the same time.

Breville is relatively new to the market for espresso machines, has rapidly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no different and has enough adjustability to let baristas who are aspiring burnish their skills without spending more than they have to.

It's not without its quirks, though. For instance, the hopper on this model is positioned on the side of the unit, instead of on top. This isn't significant, but it can be a little difficult 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 time learning to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only drawback to the Breville Barista Express is its cost, which may be a stumbling block for some buyers. If you're looking for a low-cost option, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are comparable in their capabilities and provide a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they cost a fraction of the price.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker with a simple user interface that produces great coffee. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screens gives your kitchen a sophisticated appearance. It comes with one dial that lets you to program the amount of cups. There are two options: 5-9 cups and 2-4 cups. Its brewing process is similar to pour over the grounds, which many coffee machine reviews lovers believe makes the most delicious coffee. The water is heated up to the perfect temperature and then poured evenly over the coffee grounds using a shower head. The coffee is then brewed in the thermal, double-walled carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause-and pour feature lets you remove the carafe while making your coffee and filling it with the right amount. The machine stops the brewing process, and displays the red light on its LED interface, until you return the carafe. Then, it resumes the brewing process.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker has been SCAA certified, which means that it meets the organization’s strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycles are the same as those of 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 pot of drip coffee, with an entire carafe 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 coffee experts recommend to make a great cup.

You must also grind your own beans prior to making. You can use 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 drawback is that the carafe and water reservoirs aren't dishwasher safe, which could be a issue for certain 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.