Black Friday espresso machine deals 2024: what to expect this year

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This year's Black Friday espresso machine deals will start to land in just a few weeks, and you're in the right place to find all the biggest savings on machines from big brands like De'Longhi, Smeg, Breville, and Gaggia.

Although Black Friday isn't until November 29th this year, you don't have to wait that long to get a great deal on an espresso machine. Electronics retailers, big box stores, and Amazon are all expected to launch their Black Friday deals well ahead of the day itself.

We'll be hand-picking all the best offers on espresso machines throughout the whole sales period, paying particular attention to the ones in our best espresso machines buying guide. These are all appliances that we've spent serious time testing, and would buy with our own money, so you can be confident they'll deliver great coffee every time - whether you opt for an automatic or manual machine.

Today's best espresso machine deals in the US

Today's best espresso machine deals in the UK

Deals picked by
Cat Ellis
Deals picked by
Cat Ellis

I've covered Black Friday for TechRadar for four years, so you can depend on me to bring you all the best offers on espresso machines throughout the whole sales period. I love good coffee and have lots of hands-on experience testing espresso machines at a range of price bands, so I know exactly which machines to recommend and which to avoid.

Black Friday espresso machine deals: FAQs

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When will the Black Friday espresso machine deals start in 2024?

Although Black Friday itself isn't until November 29th, retailers are launching their sales earlier every year, and we're expecting the first Black Friday sales to start several weeks in advance. For example, Amazon used to confine most of its sales (including big savings on espresso machines) to the week surrounding Black Friday, but last year it launched its sale on November 17th - two full weeks before the day itself.

Most deals will end on Cyber Monday (December 2), but some may stick around longer. We'll be keeping this guide updated throughout the whole period to let you know which espresso machines are still in stock, which deals are likely to sell out, and which prices have just been cut further.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy an espresso machine?

In our experience, Black Friday is definitely one of the best times of year to pick up a new espresso machine, with offers starting well ahead of the day itself and continuing right the way through to Cyber Monday (and occasionally beyond).

What Black Friday espresso machine deals do we want to see in 2024?

This year we've got our fingers crossed for some great Black Friday deals from big brands like Ninja, Smeg and De'Longhi, both of which have released some great automatic espresso machines this year. We might even see the first big price cut on the excellent Smeg BCC13, which earned a place in our roundup of the best espresso machines a couple of months ago.

Everything from pod coffee machines to barista-grade coffee makers received major discounts last year, with offers like 29% off the De'Longhi Dedica Arte Espresso Machine at Amazon in the US, and £400 off the Sage the Oracle Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine at Amazon in the UK.

Many of last year's best Black Friday espresso machine deals sold out fast, so it'll be important to move fast when the machine you want goes on sale. We'll bring you the latest info on stock levels throughout the sale period and let you know about hot deals that are likely to end soon.

Why to trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We've tested and reviewed a dozen new coffee makers over the last year, so we know exactly what to look for when you're choosing a new espresso machine, and which features will make a real difference when you're preparing your morning dose of caffeine. We test automatic, manual, and pod machines, putting them through their paces for several weeks so we can see how they measure up to the competition, and what you can expect from them in your own home.

Throughout the Black Friday sale period, we'll only bring you deals on espresso machines that meet our exacting standards, and which we would buy with our own money.

We also know how much these machines typically retail for, so we can spot the genuinely great deals and filter out the discounts that aren't as good as they might first seem.

Last year's best Black Friday espresso machine deals in the US

Nespresso VertuoPlus coffee machine: $249$174.28 at Amazon

Nespresso VertuoPlus coffee machine: was $249 now $174.28 at Amazon
For a pod coffee machine, we highly recommend the VertuoPlus from Nespresso. It's one of the best coffee makers you can buy, and this specific model includes a handy milk frother, so you can enjoy a cup of premium, creamy coffee without leaving your home. We've previously seen it sell for $89 so this deal might get better.

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De'Longhi EC885M Dedica Arte Espresso Machine: was $299.95 now $212.46 at Amazon
This slim and svelte coffee machine won't overcrowd your countertop but will provide enough pressure for barista-grade beverages, and it's got a whopping $150 discount right now at Amazon, its lowest-ever price.

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Nespresso Lattissima One Coffee Maker by De'Longhi: was $399 now $270 at Amazon
Finished in a striking porcelain white with LED illumination, this Nespresso Lattissima coffee maker is a stylish bit of kit. Its focus is on simplicity, so you'll be able to make espressos, lungos, macchiatos and cappuccinos with the single touch of a button, and the Lattissima's design is compact enough to fit on any kitchen counter.

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KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine: was $349.99 now $229.99 at Amazon
KitchenAid appliances rarely come cheap, and $230 isn't exactly inexpensive for a semi-automatic espresso machine. However, with this particular model you'll get dual smart temperature sensors, fast heat-up (less than 45 seconds), an automatic milk frother and the option to brew barista-grade lattes and cappuccinos (as well as espressos), all for a $100 less than usual (which equals Amazon's best-ever price).

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Ninja Pods & Grounds Specialty Coffee Maker: was $129.99 now $79.99 at Amazon
This coffee maker can use coffee grounds or coffee pods to create different kinds of brews. Just note that this is a single-serve coffee maker so it will be slow to make drinks for a large gathering of people.

Last year's best Black Friday espresso machine deals in the UK

Nespresso Vertuo Next coffee machine: £169.99£149 at Amazon

Nespresso Vertuo Next coffee machine: was £169.99 now £149 at Amazon
We scored this coffee machine 4 out of 5 stars in our review, praising its simplicity and the consistency of the results – though we do wish Nespresso had built-in the milk frother instead of offering it as an add-on. It currently has 15% off its list price, but dropped to a record low of just £69.99 for last Black Friday.

Sage the Oracle Espresso Machine: £1,779.95£1,399 at Amazon

Sage the Oracle Espresso Machine: was £1,779.95 now £1,399 at Amazon
For a truly premium espresso machine, look no further than the Sage the Oracle. We've not reviewed this exact model, but we have tested the very similar Oracle Touch model and awarded that 4.5 stars out of 5 – so you can be confident this will make an excellent espresso. Amazon currently has it on sale for £1,399, a massive £400 saving, but it's dropped below £1,000 before.

Sage the Barista Touch Espresso Machine: £1,049.95£799 at Amazon

Sage the Barista Touch Espresso Machine: was £1,049.95 now £799 at Amazon
We're big fans of the Sage Barista Express, having awarded it a 4.5-star rating in our review. This variant replaces the manual dials with a touchscreen, and Amazon currently has the black version on sale for £799 (ditto John Lewis). That's a decent price for a model that regularly sits above £1,000, but it has dropped below £700 in the past.

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De'Longi Stilosa Manual Coffee Machine: was £126.99 now £107 at Amazon
We've not reviewed De'Longhi's Stilosa ourselves, but with a high Amazon score of 4.4 from more than 1,000 customer ratings, it's a highly regarded coffee maker. Its small size hides a powerful system that can pump out 15 bars of pressure, ensuring a creamy espresso base for your cappuccino. Amazon's deal takes 11% off the usual price.

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Coffee Machine: £419.99£329 at John Lewis

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Coffee Machine: was £419.99 now £329 at John Lewis
A classic bean-to-cup coffee machine, the De'Longhi Evo makes any one of seven drinks, including espresso, at the touch of a button. The two spouts let you make multiple drinks at the same time, and it works equally well with beans or ground coffee. We awarded it 4/5 stars in our review – and right now it's £90 off at John Lewis.

Cat Ellis
Homes Editor

Cat is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in kitchen appliances and smart home technology. She's been a tech journalist for 15 years, and is here to help you choose the right devices for your home and do more with them. When not working she's a keen home baker, and makes a pretty mean macaron.

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