I will review some of the best espresso coffee makers. Rancilio is a household name in the coffee machine space and rightly so. Their commercial-grade machines work equally well in small coffee shops are at home on the counter. The Silvia is not exactly packed to bursting with features. That said, not everyone wants an over-complicated espresso machine that needs a PhD to operate it. If you’re on the hunt for a stripped-down coffee maker that will deliver great espresso all day long, read on… The basic nature of this espresso machine means it’s extremely simple to start using straight out the box.

Breville BES840BSXL The Infuser Espresso Machine : “I am now a barista thanks to this machine,” one reviewer writes, explaining that they owe it all to the built-in pressure gauge on this machine. “I have fine-tuned my grind, and with the pressure indicator on the front of the machine, I can see that I am using the right amount of tamping to get a full-flavored, creamy shot.” Dozens of reviews mention that the key to this model is perfecting the grind. “The pressure [gauge] is very helpful in learning the proper prep technique and in refining your technique over time by providing clear feedback that helps you know how to refine your grind size and packing tightness,” one reviewer writes. Once users get the hang of it, they love the ease of this one. “The automatic and adjustable shot sizes are great,” one writes. “I couldn’t recommend this machine more highly. For the money, I could not imagine getting a better machine.”

Best Electric: Presto 6-Cup Stainless-Steel Coffee Percolator: If you don’t want to monitor your percolator while it brews on the stove, this electric model automates the process. It can brew from 2 to 6 cups of coffee and lets you know when brewing is done with an indicator light, and then it switches to a keep-warm mode so the coffee stays warm without overcooking. The cord is detachable, so it won’t get in the way when you’re serving. The spout is designed for elegant, mess-free pouring, so you can serve with style. This does not have an on/off switch, so it turns on when you plug it in, and it turns off when you unplug it.

To make lattes and cappuccinos on our own, we tested Nespresso’s own Aeroccino Black, the company’s most affordable stand-alone milk frother, against a milk frother from Capresso. We chose this Capresso over other frothers popular on Amazon because it came from a known coffee-gear company and the shape looked easier to use than other cylindrical models. We didn’t love either frother. The Aeroccino heated up the milk and made an even microfoam so fine we could barely tell it was there. The Capresso, on the other hand, produced a froth that was pleasantly thick but made up of large, uneven bubbles. We also preferred Capresso’s mug-shaped frother and its easy-pour spout over the Aeroccino’s cylindrical shape, which offers no spout to prevent spilling. Interested to purchase best coffee percolators? See extra info at percolator coffee maker.

The Inissia is a compact Nespresso machine for coffee lovers who don’t want to wait to have a cup of coffee. It takes less than a minute for the machine to heat up water to the ideal temperature and prepare a delicious cup of espresso or lungo. It has a high-pressure pump, which is easy to use and can deliver up to 19 bars of pressure, allowing you to make barista-quality coffee every time. In addition, the water tank holds enough water to let you make up to 9 cups. It can accommodate tall cups since the drip tray folds. The device also has an “energy saving” feature and has a class “A” energy efficiency rating.