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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

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

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automation and needing to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a bean-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a fantastic choice for those who want to make espresso at their home without losing quality. This espresso machine with a small footprint was created for those with small counter space. It is built to last and has excellent quality and a small footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 liter copper heat-exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Heads so that you can steam your milk and brew coffee at the same at the same time.

The machine looks fantastic and has a round design on the side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a modernization of Rocket's classic design, which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also comes with an black gauge for boiler pressure to let you know when the boiler is ready to use.

The water reservoir and drip tray are smaller on this model than others. This means that you will need to be extra vigilant when emptying and refilling the machine, especially when using it frequently. This is a cost that results in less footprint. It's not an issue that is specific to this model.

This machine is able to handle the demands of your coffee. We suggest investing in a quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Gante, to increase consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to increase the tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can create delicious drinks and it is easy to create latte arts. However, it's worth noting that the machine isn't made for beginners, and there is an enlightening curve for those who are upgrading from appliances. The heat exchange boiler can be a bit tricky to control and you'll need 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 an water source, allowing you to be in a position to drink cold pure, filtered water. The latter has smaller 2.25-liter tank that is harder to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's highest standards. The machine reaches the temperature of brewing quickly, so you can make your first cup in less than 35 second. The tank is able to be filled, as the lid can be removed to make the large hole. You can fill it up using tap water, should you wish.

This is the smallest machine in the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still packs a punch. It's priced at less than PS100 at retail - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who do not have the space or money for a traditional espresso machine however, they nevertheless want to drink a real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is simple to use and occupies very little counter space. It's as easy as pressing a single button to activate the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing your chosen pod. There's a light on the button, so you can easily see the amount of dispensed and you can also manually stop the process should you prefer to drink your drink in smaller portions.

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 very quiet, too and can be utilized in a small space or in a kitchen with flatshare without disturbing others.

They're not cheap, but there is a wide variety of blends available to satisfy everyone from mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and Milk is a stylish capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty card, a quick guide, and 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 be stored on a flat surface or slipped under your cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing and able learn to use it this is a great home coffee machines espresso maker. It's far superior to most of the more expensive models. It's the best value in its class, and it's especially good for novices who do not have an espresso maker yet, which could cost them $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 choice for baristas working on a tight budget. It has plenty of customizable features, and it even has a built-in burr grinder, making the whole experience much cheaper. It's also a one-boiler machine, meaning it can only handle one thing at one time.

Despite being a relative newcomer to the market for espresso machines, Breville has quickly made their mark through their top-quality machines. This machine is no exception and offers enough adjustable control to allow aspiring baristas to improve their skills without spending more than they need to.

There are some quirks however. The hopper is located on the side, not on the top, of this model. It's not a major problem, but it could be a hassle if you need to disperse several shots at a time. It's also difficult to see the amount of water left in the tank due to its rear placement.

But if you're prepared to learn 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 downside to the Breville Barista Express is the price, which may be a hindrance for certain buyers. For those looking for a lower-cost option, check out our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines have similar capabilities and offer a little more control than the Barista Express. However, they are a fraction of the price.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart coffee machines coffee machine with a user-friendly interface that produces great coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen give a stylish design to your kitchen. It has one dial that allows you to program the number of cups. There are two options: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing method is similar to pour-over, which many coffee lovers believe makes the most delicious coffee. The water is heated to the ideal temperature, and then evenly distributed over the coffee grounds with a shower head. The coffee that is brewed is stored in a double-walled carafe that can be kept for up to 60 minutes. The pause-and pour feature lets you to remove the carafe during brewing and fill your cup. 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 complies with the strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycle is the same length as the Bodum BISTRO and the Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, however, it has more control over temperature, brewing duration, and quality.

In our tests in our testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup brewed excellent drip coffee with a full-carafe of coffee in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a bit longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but it falls within the range of time that coffee experts recommend for a great cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans before brewing. You can use a manual coffee grinder or choose a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore, which has multiple grind settings and the hopper can hold entire beans.

The only downside to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a concern for some customers. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek style and easy-to-use interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.