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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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You can now grab one of Smeg's best coffee makers bundled with a milk frother for a bargain price
Smeg has launched a bundle combining its ECF12 espresso machine and its Mini Milk Frother for around £100 less than you'd pay separately
I tried the new Philips Café Aromis, and oat lattes have never been better
This 'conversational' coffee maker talks you through choosing the right settings, and transforms even plant-based milks into thick, creamy foam in seconds.
The 3 best coffee makers for lattes, recommended by a barista
Making cafe-quality drinks at home is a piece of cake when you have the right machine, and these are the best I've tested for perfectly foamed milk.
6 expert-approved iced coffee machines for the perfect cool brew at home
This is the year I level up my cool caffeine game (and lower my Starbucks bill).
KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine review: an exceptional coffee maker that’s a joy to use and look at
Serving up a considered combination of looks, usability and performance, this rather cute bean-to-cup coffee machine is worthy of a spot in your kitchen.
The best coffee maker 2026: espresso and filter made easy
Updated Coffee makers you can rely on for consistently great results, whatever your preferred brew style.
The five-star Nespresso Vertuo Pop is now almost 50% off at Currys
The five-star Nespresso Vertuo Pop coffee machine bundle crashes to just £109 at Currys.
