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There's no universally-fit-all coffee machine. That's why we've rounded up our top picks for the home, ranging from a super-automatic that grinds and packs your beans, to a semiautomatic that gives you the best control over your espresso.
The Breville Oracle Touch strikes a perfect balance between automating the process and needing you to be familiar with the art of espresso-making. This is our top choice for a bean-to-cup machine.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento makes a great choice for those looking to make espresso at their home without sacrificing quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and offers top-quality build and the smallest footprint. It comes equipped with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk and make espresso at the same time.
The machine also looks great and features a round design on the side panel with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is an upgrade to Rocket's traditional design which is already impressive for a small appliance. It also has a black boiler pressure gauge to show when the boiler is ready for use.
One downside to this small machine is that the drip tray and reservoir for water are smaller than the majority of machines. This means you'll need to be extra vigilant when emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you are using it regularly. This is a sacrifice that comes with having less footprint. This isn't something that is unique to this model.
This machine can easily handle your coffee demands. We suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Giante, to increase consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance the tamping.
Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can create delicious drinks and it is easy to make latte arts. However, it's important to remember that the machine isn't designed for beginners and there's an enlightening curve for those who are upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchanger can be difficult to work with and you'll need to learn how to perform 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 pure, filter-filtered water. The latter, however, has a 2.25-liter water tank, which could be more difficult to fill than its competitors.
2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie
As you might expect from the Lavazza machine this one has been designed with quality in mind. The machine can reach the temperature for brewing quickly, which means you can make your first cup in less than 35 seconds. The water tank is also quick and easy to fill and the lid can be removed completely to make a wide opening. You can also fill it with tap water if that's what you prefer.
This is the smallest machine in the Lavazza A Modo Mio range however, it still is a powerful machine. It's priced less than PS100 at full price which is less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an excellent choice for those who don't have the money or space for a traditional espresso maker, but who would like to experience the pleasure of authentic Italian espresso.
The Jolie is extremely easy to operate and takes up very little counter space. It's as easy as pressing one button to turn on the machine, and then press it again to start dispensing your chosen pod. There's a backlight that's on the button to ensure that you can clearly see the amount of dispensed, and you can manually stop the process if you prefer to drink your pod in smaller doses.
There's no steam wand on this model, but you can make use of an optional milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you want. The machine is very quiet as well and can be used in a small area or in a kitchen with flatshare without disturbing anyone else.
They're not expensive, but there's a wide variety of blends to choose from that will satisfy everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. They are sold in most supermarkets, along with regular coffee machine brands beans and ground coffee and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods online.
The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine that has an integrated milk warmer and frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty sheet and a quick reference, and a tester pack of nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasts (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine is compact enough to fit under a cabinet or on flat surfaces.
3. Breville BES870XL
The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. If you're willing and able to learn to use it, then this is a great home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's the best value in its class, and it's particularly suitable for beginners who don't have an espresso machine yet. This could easily cost them $100 or more.
This model is a bit below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive at $2,199), but it's still an excellent choice for baristas at home who are on a tight budget. It has a lot of customizable features and even an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It is also a single-boiler machine, which means it can only perform one task at one time.
Breville is an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly earned a reputation for its high-quality appliances. This machine isn't an exception, and it offers just enough control that it can be adjusted to let baristas who are aspiring develop their abilities without spending more than they need to.
The unit does not come without its flaws. The hopper is located on the side, not at the top of the model. It's not a major problem, but it could be a hassle if you need to give several shots at a time. It's also difficult to know how much water remains in the tank, because of its rear position.
If you're willing some time in learning how to make use of the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent appliance for any coffee lover at home. The only drawback is the price, which can be a deterrent for certain buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we suggest the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are comparable in their capabilities and offer a little more control than the Barista Express. However, they cost a fraction of the cost.
4. OXO Brew 9 Cup
A high-tech smart coffee machine commercial maker that makes excellent household coffee machines with a simple user interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screen gives your kitchen a sophisticated design. It has a single dial to program the number of cups you would like to make. It comes with the 2-4 cup setting as well as a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing process is similar to pour-over brewing, which coffee enthusiasts believe makes the most flavorful coffee. The water is heated to a perfect temperature before being poured over the grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The brewed coffee is then stored in the double-walled thermal carafe that can be kept for up to 60 min. Its pause and pour feature lets you take out the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine stops brewing and shows a red light for the carafe on its LED interface until you return it, after which it resumes brewing and is finished.
The OXO Brew 9-Cup coffee maker is a SCAA-certified coffee maker, that means it is in compliance with the organization's rigorous technical standards. Its brew cycles are about the same as those of the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing time.
In our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee with an entire carafe in just 7 minutes 41 seconds. That's a little longer than the 6 minutes or less that the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but still within the range of time that experts in the field recommend for a good cup of drip.
It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making. You can make use of a manual coffee grinder, or go for a more automated model such as the Baratza Encore, which has different 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 easy to clean by hand, though. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and easy-to-use interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.