The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no one-size-fits-all Uk coffee makers machine. That's why we've rounded up our top picks for the home, from a fully automated that grinds and packs your beans to semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch is the perfect blend between automation and needing to understand the basics of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a bean-to-cup machine.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a fantastic choice for those who are looking to make espresso at their home without having to compromise on quality. This espresso machine for prosumers is designed with limited counter space in mind. It offers top-quality build and a very small footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 liter copper heat-exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Head, so you can steam your milk and brew coffee at the same simultaneously.

The machine looks great as well and features an insert for the side of the machine with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a fresh update on the classic look of Rocket and is already impressive for a compact machine. It also comes with an black gauge for boiler pressure to show when the boiler is ready to use.

The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this machine than other models. It is important be cautious when emptying and re-filling the machine. This is particularly true when you are using it often. This is a trade-off that comes with having smaller footprint. This is not an issue that is specific to this model.

You can still brew a lot of coffee using this machine, and it is able to easily meet the demands. We recommend investing in a quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Gante, to improve consistency and flavor. You can also use the machine in conjunction with a Rocket Portafilter to improve tamping.

As a prosumer espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and it's simple to create latte art. It's important to note that this machine was not designed for novices. There is a small learning curve for people who are upgrading from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchange boiler can be a bit difficult to control and you'll need to master the basics 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 in a position to drink cold, filter-filtered water. The latter comes with a 2.25-liter water tank, which is more difficult to refill than its competitors.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's highest standards. It is quick to reach brewing temperature, which allows you to prepare your first cup of coffee in less than 35 minutes. The water tank is fast and easy to refill by removing the lid completely to make a wide opening. You can fill it with tap water if you like.

This is the smallest machine of the Lavazza A Modo Mio range, but it still is a powerful machine. It's priced at less than PS100 at full price - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who don't have the space or budget for an espresso machine of the traditional type however still want to experience a real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely simple to operate and takes up just a little counter space. It's as easy as pressing a single button to activate the machine and again to begin dispensing your chosen brew. The button has a backlight so that you can see how much you have consumed. You can also manually stop the process, in case you wish to drink the pod in smaller portions.

The model isn't equipped with a steam wand however, you can add creamy froth to your milk using an optional milk frother. The machine is quiet, too and can be utilized in a small area or in a kitchen with flatshare without causing any disturbance to anyone else.

They aren't cheap, but there is a variety of blends available to satisfy everyone from mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. You can find them in the majority of supermarkets, along with regular grounds coffee and coffee beans. You can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio Compatible pods online.

The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer. It comes in a box with an 75cm power cable, plug, a quick-guide and warranty sheet, and a test box of nine Lavazza pods which include six roasts (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is small enough to be placed under a cabinet or on flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be a high-priced espresso machine. If you're willing to learn how to use it this is a great home espresso maker. It's more efficient than most of the more expensive models. It's an excellent value for its class and is particularly useful for those who are new to the field and don't own an espresso machine, which can cost up to $100.

This model is a bit in the middle of the line for Breville (their Oracle is the most expensive model at $2,199), but it's still a solid choice for home baristas who are on a tight budget. It has plenty of customizable features, and has a built-in burr grinder to make the whole experience much cheaper. It's also a single boiler, which means it can only be used for steaming or brewing at one time.

Breville, relatively new to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and has enough control to let budding baristas develop their abilities without spending more than is necessary.

There are some quirks however. For instance, the hopper on this model is positioned on the side of the unit instead of on top--which isn't an issue however it can be difficult to disperse multiple shots at a time. It's also not very easy to know the amount of water left in the tank, because of its position at the rear.

But if you're prepared to learn how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's a great, do-it-all appliance for any home espresso lover. The only downside to the Breville Barista Express is the price which could be a stumbling block for some buyers. If you're looking for a lower-cost alternative, read our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally powerful 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 maker that produces great portable coffee machine with a simple interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED display creates a chic kitchen appearance. It features a single dial to program the number of cups you would like it to make and includes two cup settings and a 5-9 cup setting. Its brewing technique is similar to pour-over, which many coffee lovers believe makes the most delicious coffee. The water is heated up to the ideal temperature, and then evenly distributed over the coffee machine small grounds using shower heads. The brewed coffee machine offers is then stored in the double-walled thermal carafe that can be kept for up to 60 min. The pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe during brewing to fill your own cup. The machine pauses 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 a SCAA-certified coffee maker, which means it meets the rigorous standards of SCAA's technology. Its brew cycles are about the same as the Bodum Bistro and Technivorm Moccamaster 741 but it allows for more control over temperature and brewing times.

In our tests in our testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup brewed excellent drip coffee and a full cup in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a little more than the 6 minutes that the Bonavita Connoisseur or the Moccamaster requires, but still within the range that coffee experts suggest for making a quality cup.

You should also grind your own beans prior to brewing. You can use a manual coffee machines professional grinder, or opt for a more automatic model, such as the Baratza Encore, which has multiple grind settings and a hopper that holds whole beans.

The only issue with this product is that it's not dishwasher safe. This could be a concern for some customers. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is a top contender for the top drip coffee maker because of its sleek design and easy to use interface.