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The Best Coffee Machines For Home
There is no single-size-fits all coffee maker that is perfect for every. That's why we've rounded up our favorite picks for your home, from a fully automated that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatic coffee machine machines that give you the most control over your espresso.
The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automatizing the process and needing you to be familiar with the art of espresso-making. It's the most efficient bean-to-cup machine we've seen.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento is a top option for those who want to make espresso at home, without making big sacrifices in terms of quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with limited counter space in mind and combines outstanding build quality with a very small footprint. It comes with an 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler as well as a commercial E61 group head, so you can steam milk and make espresso simultaneously.
The machine looks stunning as well, and has an insert for the side of the machine with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a new take on Rocket's classic aesthetic, which is already pretty impressive for a small machine. It also has the black pressure gauge, which shows when the boiler is ready for use.
The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this machine than most other models. It is important be extra cautious when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially true if you use it frequently. This is a natural tradeoff for having a smaller footprint, though, and not an issue that is unique to this model.
You can still brew a lot of coffee with this machine, and it can easily keep up with the demands. That being said, we would suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante, for greater consistency and flavor. You can also pair this machine with a Rocket portafilter to enhance the grinding process.
As a professional coffee machine espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making great drinks, and it's simple to make the latte art. It's important to note that this machine isn't designed for beginners. There is a little learning curve for people who are upgrading from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler can be a bit tricky to control, and you will have to learn the basics 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, filter-filtered water. The latter comes with 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 can reach the temperature for brewing quickly, which means you can prepare your first cup in less than 35 second. The water tank is quick and simple to refill by removing the lid completely to reveal a large opening. You can fill it with tap water if that's what you prefer.
The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the range, but it packs a punch. When you buy it at full cost, it's less than PS100 which is less than the Nespresso Essenza and similar machines from SMEG and Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who don't have the space or budget for a traditional espresso machine however nevertheless want to drink an authentic Italian espresso.
The Jolie is incredibly simple to operate and takes up just a little counter space. You just need to press one button to turn on the machine, then again to start dispensing your chosen pod. There's a light on the button to ensure that you are able to see clearly how much has been dispensed and you can choose to manually stop the process in case you prefer drinking your drink in smaller portions.
The model isn't equipped with a steam wand, but you can add some creamy foam to your milk with an optional milk frother. The machine is quite quiet, too and can be utilized in a small space or in a flatshare kitchen without disturbing others.
They're not inexpensive, but there's an array of blends available to suit everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in most supermarkets, along with regular coffee beans and grounds coffee. You can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.
The Jolie and Milk is a smart-looking capsule machine that includes a milk warmer and frother. It includes a 75cm plug and power cable, a warranty card 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 itself is small enough to be stored on the floor or placed under your cupboard.
3. Breville BES870XL
The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. If you're willing invest the time to learn how to use it this is a fantastic espresso maker for home use that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models on the market. It's a good value for its class and is especially useful for those who aren't experienced enough to have an espresso machine that costs up to $100.
The model is priced lower than the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199), but is still a good choice for baristas who are on a tight budget. It comes with plenty of adjustable features, and includes an integrated burr grinder to make the entire experience more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine, which means it can only be used for steaming or brewing at one time.
Despite being a relative newcomer to the market of espresso machines, Breville has quickly made a name for themselves through their top-quality machines. This machine is no different and offers enough control that it can be adjusted to let baristas who are aspiring develop their abilities without spending more than they should.
It's not without its quirks however. For one, the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit instead of on top. This isn't significant, but it can be annoying if you're trying give multiple shots at once. It's also difficult to know how much water is left in the tank because of its position at the rear.
If you're willing to spend some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's an ideal, all-purpose machine for any home espresso lover. The only downside is the cost, which can be a turnoff for some buyers. If you're looking for a less expensive alternative, take a look at our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally capable and provide a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost you less than the Breville model does.
4. OXO Brew 9 Cup
A high-tech smart pro coffee machines maker that produces great coffee with a simple interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screen creates a chic kitchen design. It features one dial to set how many cups you want it to make and includes the 2-4 cup setting and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which many coffee aficionados believe produces 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 brewed coffee then collects inside the double-walled thermal carafe, which can last up to 60 minutes. Its pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine pauses the brewing process and shows a red light for the carafe on its LED interface until you return it. It then it resumes and completes brewing.
The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker is SCAA certified, which means that it complies with the strict standards in terms of technology. The brew cycle is longer than the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, however, it has more control over temperature, brewing time, and quality.
In our testing we found that 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 a little more than the 6 minutes the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but within the range of time that coffee experts recommend to make a good cup.
It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can select either a manual grinder or an automated model like the Baratza Encore. It has different grind settings and it has a hopper that can be used for whole beans.
The only downside is that the carafe and the water reservoirs aren't dishwasher safe and could cause issue for some users. The stainless steel is still easily cleaned by hand, however. The OXO 9-Cup is a leading contender for the top drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and easy-to use interface.