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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all espresso machine. We've rounded up our top picks for the 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 automatizing the process while requiring you to be proficient in the art of making espresso. It's our top pick for a machine that makes coffee machine for home.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a top option for those who want to make espresso at home, without making significant sacrifices in terms of quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with the smallest counter space in mind and offers top-quality build and a very 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 your coffee at the same time.

The machine is also beautiful and has a round design on the side panel with engraved steam and hot water spouts. This is a fresh update on the classic design of Rocket and is already impressive for a compact machine. It also has an black pressure gauge that indicates when the boiler is ready for use.

The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this model than others. This means that you'll be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you are using it regularly. This is a trade-off that results in less footprint. This isn't an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still make a large amount of coffee with this machine, and it is able to easily meet the demands of your customers. However, we would recommend investing in a quality grinder, like the Baratza Sette Gigante, to ensure consistency and better flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to enhance the tamping.

As a professional espresso machine The Rocket Appartamento is capable of making some great drinks, and it's simple to create latte art. It's important to know that this machine is not designed for beginners. There is a little learning curve for those who upgrade from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler can be a bit difficult to manage and you'll have to master 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, which allows you to always be capable of drinking cold pure, purified water. The latter, however, has a 2.25-liter water tank, which can be more difficult to fill than its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's top standards. The machine can reach the brewing temperature quickly, which means you can prepare your first cup in just 35 second. The water tank is able to be filled, as the lid can be removed to create a large hole. You can even fill it with tap water if that's what you prefer.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest model in the range, but it is a powerful machine. It's priced less than PS100 at full price - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an ideal choice for those who don't have the money or space for a traditional espresso maker, but want to get their fix of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is easy to use and requires small counter space. Pressing one button will begin the process. After pressing it again, it will start dispensing the pod you've selected. The button has a backlight so you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also stop the process should you prefer to consume the pod in smaller portions.

There's no steam wand available on this model, however you can add a milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth, if you'd like. The machine is also quite quiet and Best Coffee Machines For Home can be used to make coffee in a small kitchen working space.

Pods aren't cheap, but there is a wide variety of blends to choose from 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 purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods on the internet.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine that comes with an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with a 75cm power cable and plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty sheet, and 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 is small enough to be placed under a cupboard or flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. But if you're willing to take the time to master its use this is a fantastic espresso maker for your home that performs better than some of the more expensive models on the market. It's an excellent price for the class and is particularly useful for those who are new to the field and don't have an espresso machine, which can cost up to $100.

The model is priced lower than the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199) however it is a good choice for baristas working on a budget. It's loaded with customizable features and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine that means it can only do steaming or brewing at the same time.

Despite being a relative newcomer to the market of espresso machines, Breville has quickly made an impact with their high-quality appliances. This machine is no different and offers enough control that it can be adjusted to let aspiring baristas develop their abilities without spending more than they should.

The unit does not come without its flaws. For instance, the hopper in this model is located on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't a huge deal however it can be a little frustrating if you're trying to disperse multiple shots at a time. The rear position of the tank makes it difficult to determine the amount of liquid left.

If you're willing to invest some time to learn how to use the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for any espresso lover at home. The only issue with the Breville Barista Express is its cost, which may be a stumbling block for certain buyers. For those seeking a cheaper alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are similarly capable and offer a little more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost a fraction of what this Breville model does.

4. OXO Brew 9-Cup

A high-tech smart coffee machine with a simple user interface that produces excellent coffee. The sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screens provides your kitchen with a stylish look. It features a single dial to program how many cups you want it to make and includes the 2-4 cup setting as well as a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing method is similar to pour-over brewing, which coffee lovers believe makes the best-tasting coffee. The water is heated to the ideal temperature and then poured over grounds with a shower-head for uniform saturation. The brewed coffee then collects in the double-walled, thermal carafe for upto 60 minutes. Its pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe while brewing to fill your individual cup. The machine stops the brewing process and displays a red light on its LED interface until you return the carafe. The machine then begins brewing.

The OXO Brew 9-Cup is certified by SCAA, which means it complies with the rigorous standards of SCAA's technology. The brew cycles are the same as the Bodum Bistro and the Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it gives you more control over temperature and brewing time.

In our tests we found that the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee, with a carafe full in just 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a little more than the time that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster calls for, but it is within the time range that coffee experts recommend to make a good cup.

You should also grind your own beans prior to making. You can choose an manual grinder or an automated model, such as the Baratza Encore. It has multiple grind settings, and an hopper for beans that are whole.

The only drawback is that the carafe as well as the water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe and could cause hassle for some users. The stainless steel is easy to clean by hand, though. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek aesthetic and user-friendly interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.