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The Best Coffee Machines For Home
There is no single-size-fits all coffee maker. We've compiled our top picks, from a superautomatic machine that grinds your beans and packs them into semi-automatic machines that give you the most control over your espresso.
The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automatizing the process while needing you to be knowledgeable about the art of espresso-making. This is our top choice for a machine that makes coffee machine for business.
1. Rocket Appartamento
Rocket Appartamento is a great option for those who want to make espresso at home without sacrificing quality. This espresso machine for the prosumer is designed with limited counter space in mind and is built to last with a high-end build quality and the smallest footprint. It comes equipped with a 1.8-liter copper heat exchange boiler and commercial E61 group head, so you can steam milk and make espresso simultaneously.
The machine looks great too, and comes with an elongated side panel with engraved hot water and steam spouts. This is a new take on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a compact machine. It also includes a black pressure gauge that shows when the boiler is ready to use.
The drip tray and the water reservoir tray are smaller on this machine than other models. You will need to be careful when emptying and refilling the machine. This is especially the case if you use it frequently. This is a cost that is a result of having less footprint. This isn't something that is unique to this model.
You can still brew plenty of coffee using this machine, and it will easily keep up with your demands. We would suggest investing in a good grinder, like the Baratza Sette Gigante, for greater consistency and flavor. You can also use this machine in conjunction with a Rocket portafilter to help improve the grinding process.
As a prosumer espresso machine, the Rocket Appartamento is capable of making delicious drinks, and is easy to create the latte art. However, it's important to remember that the machine isn't made for beginners, and there is a bit of a learning curve for those upgrading from appliances. The heat exchange boiler may be a little tricky to manage and you'll have to master the ins and outs of cooling flushes.
Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento offer the option of connecting to a water supply, that means you will always have clean, cold filtering water available for your drinks. The latter, however, comes with a 2.25-liter water tank that can be more difficult to refill than its competitors.
2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie
This machine is built to Lavazza's high standards. It is quick to reach brewing temperature, allowing you to make your first cup of coffee in less than 35 minutes. The tank can be filled easily by removing the lid. be removed to make the large hole. You can fill it up using tap water, if you like.
The Lavazza A Modo Mio is the smallest of the models, but it is a powerful machine. It costs less than PS100 at retail and is much less expensive than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. The Jolie is a great choice for those who do not have the space or money for a traditional espresso machine however still want to enjoy the authentic Italian espresso.
The Jolie is easy to use and occupies very small counter space. Pressing one button will begin the process. Pressing it again will start dispense the specific pod you've chosen. The button is illuminated so 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 amounts.
There's no steam wand included on this model, but you can add a milk frother (available separately) to add some creamy froth if you like. The machine is very quiet, too and can be used in a small workspace or in a flatshare kitchen without causing any disturbance to anyone else.
They aren't inexpensive, but there's an array of blends to choose from that will satisfy everyone from the mildest to the most demanding espresso drinkers. They are readily available in many supermarkets alongside regular coffee beans and ground coffee and you can also purchase Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods online.
The Jolie and milk is a sleek capsule with an integrated milk warmer. It comes with a 75cm power plug and power cable, a warranty sheet along with a quick guide and a tester pack comprising nine Lavazza pods. Six are roasts (two Qualita Rossa and two Lungo Dolce) and two are decaffeinated. The machine 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 an expensive espresso machine. If you're willing to learn to use it, then this is a great at-home espresso maker. It's more efficient than most of the more expensive models. It's the best value in its class, and is especially good for novices who do not have an espresso maker yet, which could set them back another $100 or more.
This model is a bit 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 home baristas on a tight budget. It has plenty of customizable features, and comes with a built-in burr grinder, making the entire experience more affordable. It's also a single boiler machine that means that it can only do brewing or steaming at one time.
Breville, an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly established a reputation for high-quality appliances. This machine is no exception and it comes with enough control to let budding baristas hone their abilities without spending more than is necessary.
The unit has its quirks. The hopper is on the side, not on the top, of this model. It's not a major deal, but can be a problem if you wish to give several shots at once. The rear-facing position of the tank makes it difficult to determine how much liquid remains.
But if you're prepared to spend some time learning how to master the Breville Barista Express, it's a great, do-it-all appliance for anyone who loves espresso at home. The only drawback is the price, which could be a nagging issue for some buyers. If you're looking for a lower-cost option, check out our review of the Gaggia Classic or the La Pavoni Impresso. Both are equally capable and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express, but they'll cost only a fraction of the price. Breville model does.
4. OXO Brew 9 Cup
A high-tech, smart coffee maker that produces great coffee with a simple user interface. The sleek stainless steel design with backlit LED screens creates a chic kitchen look. It comes with a single dial that allows you to set the number of cups. There are two settings available: 2-4 cups and 5-9 cups. Its brewing technique is similar to pour over, which most coffee enthusiasts believe makes the most delicious coffee. The water is heated up to the perfect temperature and then evenly distributed over the coffee machines professional grounds with a shower head. The brewed coffee maker machine then collects inside the double-walled thermal carafe for up to 60 minutes. The pause and pour function allows you to remove the carafe while brewing to fill your individual 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 the brewing process.
The OXO 9-Cup coffee maker has been SCAA certified, which means it complies with 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, however, it has more control over temperature, brewing time and quality.
In our testing in our testing, the OXO Brew 9-Cup produced a pot of excellent drip coffee and a full cup in 7 minutes and 41 seconds. This is a bit longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but it falls within the range experts in the field recommend for a good cup of drip.
It is also necessary to grind your beans before brewing. You can use a manual coffee grinder or opt for a more automatic model like the Baratza Encore, which has various grind settings as well as the hopper can hold entire beans.
The only downside is that the carafe and the water reservoir aren't dishwasher safe and could cause hassle for some users. The stainless steel can be cleaned by hand. The OXO 9-Cup is a leading contender for the best drip coffee maker due to its sleek design and simple to use interface.
