The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There is no one-size-fits-all coffee machine office machine. We've rounded-up our top choices, ranging from a superautomatic that grinds your beans and packs them to a semiautomatic which gives you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automatizing the process while making you proficient in the art of espresso-making. This is our top choice for a machine that makes coffee.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento makes a great choice for those who are looking to make espresso at their home without having to compromise on quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and is built to last with a high-end build quality and a very small footprint. It comes 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 also looks great and features a round insert on the side panel with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is a refreshing update on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a compact machine. It also comes with a black boiler pressure gauge to indicate when the boiler is ready for use.

One disadvantage of this tiny machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than most other machines. It is important be extra cautious when emptying and re-filling the machine. This is especially the case when you are using it often. This is a sacrifice that comes with having smaller footprint. It's not an issue that is specific to this model.

This machine is able to handle your epresso coffee machines needs. We recommend buying a good grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to increase consistency and flavor. You can also pair the machine with an Rocket Portafilter to increase the tamping.

As a prosumer espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and it's easy to create Latte art. It is important to remember that this machine was not designed for novices. There is a little learning curve for those upgrading from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler could be a little tricky to operate, and you will have to learn the ins and outs of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca as well as the Rocket Appartamento have the option to connect to a water source, allowing you to always be able to drink cold, filter-filtered water. The latter comes with a 2.25-liter water tank, which can be more difficult to refill than its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from a Lavazza machine this one has been made with quality in mind. The machine is able to reach the temperature of brewing quickly, which means you can make your first cup in less than 35 second. The water tank can be easily refilled with ease, since the lid can be removed to make a large hole. It can be filled with tap water should you wish.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the models, but it is a powerful machine. At its full price, it costs under PS100 - which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. This makes the Jolie an excellent choice for those who don't have the money or space to buy a traditional espresso maker, but want to get their fix of authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely simple to operate and takes up very little counter space. Pressing one button will start the machine. When you press it again, it will start dispensing the pod you've selected. There's a backlight that's on the button to ensure that you are able to see clearly the amount of liquid that has been dispersed and you can also manually stop the process in case you prefer drinking your pod in smaller doses.

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

The pods are not inexpensive, but they come in a variety of blends that will suit all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets, along with regular ground coffee and coffee machines ireland beans and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a sleek capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer and frother. It comes with a 75cm power plug and power cable, a warranty document along with a quick guide and a tester 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 be kept on a flat surface or slipped under your cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that's beyond the budget of many average consumers. If you're willing and able to learn how to use it this is a great home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's a good value for the money and is particularly helpful for those who aren't experienced enough to have an espresso machine that costs up to $100.

The model is priced lower than the most expensive Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199) however it is an excellent choice for baristas who are on a budget. It's loaded with customizable features, and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler that means it can only do steaming or brewing at one time.

Despite being a relative newcomer to the espresso machine market, Breville has quickly made their mark with their high-quality appliances. This machine is no exception, and it offers just enough adjustable control to let baristas who are aspiring burnish their abilities without spending more than they have to.

The unit has its quirks. One example is that the hopper on this model is placed on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't a huge deal 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 know how much liquid is left.

If you're willing to invest some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an excellent, all-purpose appliance for anyone who is a coffee lover at home. The only drawback to the Breville Barista Express is the price which could be a deterrent for some buyers. For those looking for a less expensive alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or 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 maker with a user-friendly interface that makes great coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen give an elegant design to your kitchen. It has only one dial to program the amount of cups you want it to make and includes a 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing method is similar to pour over, which most coffee enthusiasts believe produces the most delicious coffee machines coffee. The water is heated to a perfect temperature and then poured over grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The brewed coffee then collects in the double-walled, thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe in brewing and fill your individual cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and displays a red carafe light on its LED interface until you return it. after which it resumes brewing and is finished.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker comes SCAA certified, which means it complies with the strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycles it uses are the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it allows for more control over temperature and brewing time.

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

It also requires that you grind your own beans before making. You can make use of an old-fashioned coffee grinder or choose a more automated model like the Baratza Encore, which has multiple grind settings and the hopper can hold entire beans.

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