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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee 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 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 come across.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top pick for those who want to make espresso at home, without making big sacrifices in terms of quality. This espresso machine with a small footprint was created for those with small counter space. It has a great build quality and a small footprint. It comes with a 1.8 liter copper heat-exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Head, so you can steam your milk and brew coffee at same simultaneously.

The machine looks great as well and features an elongated side panel with engraved hot water and steam spouts. This is a new take on Rocket's classic aesthetic, which is already pretty impressive for a small machine. It also has an black gauge for boiler pressure to indicate when the boiler is ready for use.

One drawback of this compact machine is that the drip tray and water reservoir are smaller than those of other machines. This means that you'll need to be extra vigilant when emptying and refilling the machine, especially when using it frequently. This is a cost that is a result of having less footprint. This is not an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still brew plenty of coffee using this machine, and it will easily keep up with your demands. That being said, we would recommend purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante, for greater consistency and flavor. You can also use this machine in conjunction with a Rocket portafilter to improve the process of tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, can make some great drinks and it is easy to make latte arts. However, it's worth noting that the machine isn't made for beginners and there's an enlightening curve for those who are upgrading from appliance-grade machines. The heat exchange boiler may be a bit difficult to manage, and you will have to master the ins and outs of cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento allow connecting to a water supply that means you will always have clean, cold filtering water available for your drinks. The latter has a 2.25-liter water tank that could be more difficult to refill than some of its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

As you would expect from a Lavazza machine, this one is made with quality in mind. The machine can reach the temperature of brewing quickly, so you can prepare your first cup in less than 35 second. The water tank can be filled easily with ease, since the lid can be removed to make an enormous hole. You can fill it up using tap water, depending on what you prefer.

This is the smallest machine in the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still packs a punch. It's priced 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 alternative for those who don't have the space or funds for a traditional espresso machine however, they still want to enjoy the authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is simple to use and takes up little counter space. By pressing a single button, you can start the machine. When you press it again, it will start dispensing the specific pod you've chosen. The button has a backlight so that you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also manually stop the process, in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller quantities.

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

The pods are not cheap, but they come in a wide range of blends that are suitable for anyone from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets along with regular ground coffee and coffee beans and you can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine that has 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 card, as well as a test box of nine Lavazza pods: six roasted (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine itself is small enough to be kept on a flat surface or slipped under the cabinet.

3. Breville BES870XL

At first glance at first, the Breville Barista Express looks like an espresso machine that is beyond the budget of many average consumers. If you're willing to learn to use it and make it work, then this is a great home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's among the best priced in its class, and it's especially good for novices who do not have an espresso maker yet--which can 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), but it's still an excellent option for home baristas on a budget. It delivers plenty of tweakable features, and comes with a built-in burr grinder that makes the entire experience cheaper. It's also a one-boiler machine, which means it can only perform one task at the same time.

Despite being a relatively newcomer to the market for espresso machines, Breville has quickly made their mark through their top-quality machines. This machine is no different and it comes with enough control to let aspiring baristas hone their abilities without spending a lot more than necessary.

There are some quirks however. For instance, the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit, instead of on top--which isn't significant however it can be annoying if you're trying disperse multiple shots at a time. The rear placement of the tank makes it difficult to know how much liquid remains.

If you're willing some time to learn how to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent appliance for any espresso lover at home. The only issue is the price, which could be a nagging issue for some buyers. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are similarly capable and provide a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost less than the Breville model can do.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech, intelligent coffee maker that produces great coffee with a simple interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screen provides your kitchen with a stylish appearance. It has one dial to set the amount of cups you want it to make. It also comes with a 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. The brewing method is similar to pour over the grounds, which many coffee lovers believe makes the best tasting coffee. The water is heated to the right temperature, then poured evenly over the coffee grounds using shower heads. The coffee that is brewed is stored in the double-walled thermal carafe, which can be stored for up to 60 minutes. The pause and pour function allows you to remove the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and displays a red carafe light on its LED interface until you return it. It after which it resumes brewing and is finished.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker comes SCAA certified, meaning it meets the strict standards in terms of technology. Its brew cycle is about as long as those of the Bodum BISTRO and the Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it provides more control over temperature, brewing duration, and quality.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9-Cup brewed a pot of excellent drip coffee with a full-carafe in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is slightly more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but within the range that coffee experts recommend to make a good cup.

cream coffee machines  requires that you grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can use a manual coffee grinder, or choose a more automated model like the Baratza Encore, which has different grind settings and an hopper that can hold whole beans.

The only issue is that the carafe and water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe and could cause problem for some users. The stainless steel is easily cleaned by hand, however. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and easy-to-use interface make it one of the top contenders among best drip coffee makers.