Ah, coffee! Just a whiff is enough to make some of us drool; others reach for it several times a day when working, and sometimes when not. It all clocks up to a rather expensive daily habit if you’re heading to your local coffee shop, cafe or barista regularly.
Investing in a coffee machine at home could see you recoup the money within months by brewing cups o’ joe yourself. How do you choose what kind of machine to buy, though? There are pod machines, manual machines and drip filters too.
This is where we help answer your questions about coffee machines. On this page are reviews and buying advice, plus comparisons on different types of machines to help you understand what to look for when buying your own. You’ll also find some great offers on the likes of Breville (called Sage in the UK), De’Longhi, Smeg and more all listed right here.
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Lavazza has made the smallest coffee machine I've ever used, and it brews delicious espresso
Lavazza's A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is a super compact espresso machine, and very reasonably priced, but its plastic capsules are harder to recycle than I'd like.
Your daily coffee demands the best quality water — and a filter can make all the difference
I spoke to water-quality experts to find out what I should look for when choosing a water filter to upgrade my coffee-making experience.
The best Nespresso machines 2026: capsule coffee makers worth your kitchen counter
Updated Nespresso Original and Vertuo machines tested and recommended by an SCA-certified barista.
KitchenAid KF3 review: an attractive, fuss-free automatic espresso machine perfect for smaller kitchens
A personal barista that won’t judge your coffee order
Can't choose between espresso and drip coffee? The Ninja Prestige DualBrew is here to help
I love both types of coffee equally, and this all-in-one brewer means I don't have to sacrifice my whole countertop for two separate machines.
The best espresso machines 2026: Tried, tested and worth your countertop
Updated We've tested the latest drip coffee makers to find the ones worth waking up for.
The best espresso machine 2026: home coffee makers tested by experts
Updated Expert-recommended espresso machines to give you a morning jump-start.
The new De'Longhi Magnifica Duo brews hot and cold espresso at the tap of a button
De'Longhi has upgraded one of its best automatic coffee makers with the ability to prepare authentic cold-extracted espresso, complete with chilled milk foam.
