The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all Coffee machine uk maker. We've compiled our top picks, starting with 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 is the perfect blend between automation and the need to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's our top choice for a machine that makes coffee.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top choice for those looking to make espresso at home without making huge sacrifices in terms quality. This prosumer espresso machine is designed with a limited counter space in mind and combines outstanding build quality with a very small footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler as well as a commercial E61 group head so you can steam milk and make espresso at the same time.

The machine looks stunning as well, and has an elongated side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a refreshing update on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a small machine. It also includes an black pressure gauge that shows when the boiler is ready for use.

One downside to this small machine is that the drip tray and the water reservoir are smaller than the majority of machines. This means that you'll have to be vigilant about emptying and refilling the machine, especially when using it frequently. This is a natural tradeoff for smaller footprint, however it is not a problem that is unique to this model.

You can still make a large amount of coffee using this machine, and it will easily keep up with your demands. However, we would recommend investing in a quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante, for increased consistency and flavor. You can also pair the machine with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance tamping.

As a professional coffee machine espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and is easy to create latte art. It's important to know that this machine was not designed for beginners. There is a slight learning curve for those upgrading from espresso machines that are appliance-grade. The heat exchanger can be difficult to operate and you'll have to learn how to perform cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento allow connecting to a water supply, that means you will always have clean, cold water that has been filtered for your drinks. The latter has smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's top standards. The machine reaches the temperature for brewing quickly, which means you can make your first cup in just 35 seconds. The water tank is also fast and easy to refill, with the lid detaching completely to reveal a large opening. You can also fill it with tap water if you want.

This is the smallest machine within the Lavazza A Modo Mio range however, it still packs a punch. At full price, it's priced at PS100 - which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. This makes the Jolie an excellent choice for those with a limited budget or space for an espresso maker, but want to get their fix of authentic Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and occupies very small counter space. You only need to press a single button to activate the machine, and then press it again to begin dispensing your chosen brew. The button has a backlight to let you know how much you have consumed. You can also manually stop the process should you prefer to consume the pod in smaller amounts.

The model isn't equipped with a steam wand however, you can add creamy froth to your milk using an optional milk frother. It's also quiet and can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen workspace.

The pods are not inexpensive, but they come in a wide range of blends that can be used by all - from the lightest espresso drinker to the most demanding. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods online.

The Jolie and Milk is a stylish capsule machine that includes a milk warmer and frother. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cord and plug as well as a quick-guide and warranty sheet, and a test box that contains nine Lavazza pods: six roasts (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine itself is small enough to be able to be stowed on the floor or placed under your cupboard.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a costly espresso machine. If you're willing and able to master it, then this is a great at-home espresso maker. It performs better than most of the more expensive models. It's the most affordable in its class, and is especially good for novices who don't have an espresso machine yet--which can easily cost them another $100 or more.

The model is just below the top of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199) however, it's an excellent choice for baristas at home on a budget. It's loaded with options to customize and features, including an integrated burr mill, which makes it more affordable. It's also a one-boiler machine, which means it can only handle one thing at a time.

Breville is an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly earned a reputation for its high-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and offers enough adjustable control to let aspiring baristas burnish their abilities without spending more than they should.

It's not without its flaws however. One example is that the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't significant, but it can be a little annoying if you're trying give multiple shots at once. It's also not very easy to determine the amount of water left in the tank because of its position at the rear.

If you're willing to invest time learning to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent option for any espresso lover at home. The only downside is the cost, which can be a deterrent for certain buyers. If you're looking for a budget option, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful and offer a little more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you only a fraction of the price. Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker with a simple user interface that produces excellent coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED display add an elegant look to your kitchen. It has one dial that allows you to program the number of cups. There are two settings: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour over that many coffee enthusiasts believe is the most delicious coffee. The water is heated to the ideal temperature and then poured over grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The coffee brewed is then stored in the double-walled, thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. The pause-and-pour feature allows you remove the carafe while brewing and then fill your cup. The machine pauses 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 machines latte maker is an SCAA-certified coffee maker which means it meets the organization's rigorous technical standards. The brew cycle is the same length as the Bodum BISTRO and the Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, but it provides greater control over temperature, brewing duration and also quality.

In our tests in our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee that filled the carafe filled in 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is a little more than the 6 minutes the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster calls for, but it is within the time range that coffee experts recommend for making a quality cup.

It also requires you to grind your own beans before brewing. You can select an manual grinder or an automated model like the Baratza Encore. It has multiple grind settings, and a hopper for whole beans.

The only drawback to this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could pose a problem for some customers. The stainless steel is still easy to clean by hand, however. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and user-friendly interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.