Best espresso machine on Reddit

395 reviews from r/espresso, r/superautomatic, r/IndiaCoffee and 12 more subreddits

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Breville

4.4

(86)

"It’s highly recommended for beginners and home baristas because it comes with a built-in grinder."

"As a bambino plus owner, I love it and I mainly drink lattes as well."

"For the past few years, Breville has had a storewide 20% discount on its Bambino Plus espresso machine."

"Get a breville bambino! Mine is supposed to be delivered today."

"Bambino is frequently recommended in this sub for good reason."

"I'm using Bambino and seems this is the cheapest option for a decent electronic espresso machine."

"Breville has had a 20% discount on its Bambino Plus espresso machine during Nov./Black Friday season."

"Breville has had a 20% discount on the Bambino Plus espresso machine during Nov./Black Friday season."

"Breville Bambino Plus is the best and most recommend espresso maker. You can make great espresso with it and it's cheap enough you can upgrade once you feel like you need to."

"Bambino plus and Baratza Encore grinder."

Gaggia

4.1

(28)

"Gaggia classic is execellent."

"This is a great machine to start off with. It's easy to dial in the shots but challenging enough to have fun with at a reasonable price point."

"Might I suggest going all in with a Profitec Go?"

"Bambino is hot instantly which is huge for a casual drinker. The Bambino Plus steams milk automatically."

"Excellent for espresso enthusiasts, great starter machine."

"You can’t really get a better machine than a modded gaggia classic for ~$700."

"Potential upgrade"

"Made by an actual commercial espresso machine manufacturer, built durable, industry standard specs"

"Durability and commercial spec’ed parts"

"Getting real Crema out of your shots is a game changer"

Profitec

4.7

(24)

"The Profitec GO comes with a PID included, making it a great option."

"All excellent!"

"It's a fantastic combo with the M54 grinder."

"The accompanying M54 grinder is excellent."

"Profitec go for the win"

"Perfect for 1-2 drinks a day, saving money on the grinder."

"Profitec Go with a Eureka Mignon Specialita maybe."

"A great product that delivers excellent performance."

"Going all in with a Profitec Go is a great suggestion."

"The cheapest proper dual-boiler, loved it for years."

Flair

4.4

(23)

"Excellent choice for espresso lovers on a budget."

"I’ve been using the Flair 58+ and I LOVE IT."

"You can't ever go wrong with the Flair 58, it's a manual espresso machine! Not much moving parts to be ruined! It's just too good!"

"Flair 58 if budget is not the issue."

"Flair 58 no doubt if within budget."

"Worth buying near that price"

"Real espresso"

"It's fully manual"

"Make as good espresso than any semi-auto (pump) machine"

"They really make good shots."

Lelit

4.5

(21)

"It works very well."

"It's a dual boiler and priced at $2,999.95 direct from Lelit’s website."

"All excellent!"

"Definitely go with Lelit Anna with PID. Superb shots."

"Ticks off all your preferences"

"Extremely satisfied"

"Can get spares quickly and they are cheap"

"Best if you want new and don't want to bother with mods"

"Is still going strong"

"Flow control is standard"

Rancilio

4.3

(13)

"I recently purchased the Rancilio Silvia Pro X and am very satisfied with it. Dual boiler / dual pid but it’s $2000 by itself."

"A machine that he can retire with."

"Rancilio is one of the most durable machines in the market and has a much stronger steam wand than GCP."

"Great espresso"

"Commercial pedigree, durability, ease of repair, mod capability and 58mm portafilter"

"Rancilio Silvia is reliable but lacks temperature control options."

"I would go with a Rancilio Silvia or perhaps a Gaggia classic pro."

"Great for getting accustomed to single wall baskets before diving into lever machines."

"The Rancilio Silvia is a great espresso machine, and the PID version is a fantastic upgrade."

"A good choice for a no-frills reliable machine."

Ascaso

4.6

(12)

"Lots of options at that level. I would throw the Ascaso Steel Duo into the mix (including for its fast warm-up)."

"Ticks off all your preferences"

"Stellar espresso"

"I bet you can pull a shot while warming the milk of your baby :)"

"Easy preassure adjustment, also temp adjustment is easy to do"

"Prefer milk drinks"

"Fits your requirements and budget"

"A great alternative if the warm-up time of the Silvia Pro X is too long."

"Quick heat up and looks good on the countertop."

"Fast heat up, back to back drinks, decent steaming power, all in a beautiful package."

Baratza

4.4

(12)

"Bambino Plus machine, Baratza ESP grinder is a great combo."

"The Baratza Vario is perfect for espresso."

"Pair it with Baratza Encore ESP."

"Grinder is the Barratza Verio + ($700) which I’m also pleased with, but there are plenty of other options in that price range."

"Baratza ESP is a **much** better grinder than Smart Grinder Pro"

"Best entry level combo"

"Baratza Encore ESP is considered the best entry grinder"

"Pairing the base model Bambino with a Baratza ESP grinder allows you to brew non-pressurized."

"A great choice if you're willing to stretch a little further."

"Baratza Encore Esp is a great choice for a grinder."

Bambino

4.6

(10)

"Bambino Plus machine, Baratza ESP grinder is a great combo."

"Reliable, fast heat up (3 seconds to get up to temp), and the steam wand is perfectly fine."

"I bought the Bambino a few months ago and I love it."

"Bambino plus is a very great decision for its price. I got mine a few months ago as my first machine, and couldn’t be happier."

"Bambino Plus is highly recommended for its performance."

"Bambino + some decent grinder (Encore ESP or Fellow Opus) is great for her use."

"Bambino for $300 if you’re ok with one temp setting and no solenoid valve."

"No preheat time, which is crucial when in a hurry. Can decently autofroth milk too."

"The Bambino produces great shots with little effort, making it a solid choice for any coffee lover."

"Bambino is a totally fine machine you wife wanted."

#10

ECM

4.6

(10)

"It's a double-boiler machine with a rotary pump, offering great performance and flexibility."

"Rock-solid SB machines with an awesome tactile E61 group and lever"

"Virtually the same as Profitec Go just without PID"

"Alternate between brewing and steaming without a wait"

"Timing option on grinding"

"Most ECM home machines are designed in Germany and made in Italy."

"Fast warm-up time for an E61 machine."

"Good single boiler"

"For occasional milk steaming, ECM Classika PID."

#11

DeLonghi

4.3

(9)

"Great machine."

"Great performance and easy to source parts."

"Great for coffee habits, easy to use."

"I have a delonghi dedica and love it. It’s simple and makes decent espresso."

"I recommend considering brands like DeLonghi and Philips, which offer great options for ease of use."

"A solid espresso machine for beginners that pulls decent shots for the price."

"A superautomatic can deliver a really good espresso, and I'm really happy with the results."

"Perfect for daily coffee needs."

"Huge user base, with lots of opportunities for accessories and mods"

#12

Jura

4.5

(8)

"A great choice for those not in the coffee industry."

"The most expensive one your boss will afford. He probably will be impressed."

"After 18 months no problems and I'm still the hero of the office."

"Two hoppers, easy to switch hoppers or mix them, it has profiles and really good cold extraction for cold drinks. Push a button and your coworkers get a great drink from a easy to use machine fast."

"The next best options are a commercial rated Jura machine."

"A super-automatic machine is what you need for serving espresso."

"Jura delivers high-quality espresso."

"My Jura Z10 makes a great shot, but it has nothing on a true espresso."

#13

Cafelat

5.0

(5)

"Perfect for travel and home use, lever machine requires no electricity."

"Cafelat Robot"

"If you're into lever press it's fantastic."

"Much better espresso"

"Cafe-quality espresso with no frills"

#14

La Pavoni

3.8

(6)

"My La Pavoni was less than $500 and a grinder like the df64 or a used niche should get her close to your budget and making great lattes."

"Extremely good"

"It's a really good, relatively low budget setup."

"They are easy and fast. Cost effective and fun."

"The LP was a bit of a project and rarely got used."

"It is great but it is slow and not great for milk drinks."

#15

Eureka

4.2

(5)

"Upgrading your grinder to Eureka or DF 54, 64 is highly recommended."

"Silvia proX and a Df64 gen 2 is perfect and probably offers the best value at any price point."

"No complaints"

"Eureka Mignon is a good alternative."

"Avoid the Appartamento, it's not a good product."

#16

Rocket

4.8

(4)

"We’ve had a Rocket Mozzafiato V for four years and love it. Checks all your boxes."

"Excellent recommendation for your wife!"

"Very happy with the combo."

"Another great machine choice."

#17

Philips

3.8

(5)

"My sis has one and she loves it. She thinks my setup is too much work."

"Love it"

"Great"

"Not very reliable"

"Worst quality drinks"

#18

Nespresso

3.8

(5)

"Makes a decent cup for the price and is convenient and affordable."

"Perfect for those who want quality coffee without the hassle."

"Great for specialty capsules and easy to use."

"A commercial rated Nespresso machine is ideal for office purposes. Anyone can easily use it, and there’s virtually no cleaning or maintenance required."

"Consider Nespresso if a good quality super-auto exceeds your budget."

#19

1Zpresso

4.5

(4)

"The jx pro can grind for espresso as well as any other grind size needed."

"This hand grinder is way more than capable. It's easy to maintain, a decent price, and does a very pro job of dialing in your favorite bag of beans."

"I get a lot of enjoyment out of it, and now rarely pay for coffee."

"The 1Zpresso JX-Pro is a great hand grinder for espresso, offering good value for beginners."

#20

Picopresso

4.3

(4)

"Great option for espresso within a budget."

"Picopresso would fare much better than these two"

"Worth buying near that price"

"Picopresso or flair for true espresso which needs at least another 10k in grinder."

#21

Bambino Plus

4.3

(4)

"Bambino and Bambino Plus machines come with both pressurized and non-pressurized filter baskets."

"Bambino Plus for $500 if you want those two things and also automatic milk frothing."

"The milk steaming capabilities of the Bambino are rather good."

"The Bambino Plus is a better choice for those who want to invest in a good grinder for better coffee."

#22

La Spaziale

5.0

(3)

"Pulls really nice shots with great temperature stability."

"It's a commercial quality machine that is NSF certified and has volumetric controls for ease of use."

"Incredible machine that doesn't get a lot of love here but pulls great shop, wonderful steaming power, and is very solidly built. I love mine. You won't be disappointed."

#23

Turin

5.0

(3)

"Breville Bambino and Turin DF54 grinder is on the top of the list for consideration in that budget."

"Great choice for a grinder."

"A big fan of the Turin grinders for bang-for-the-buck."

#24

DF

4.7

(3)

"Combined was still below 2k."

"Get a DF54 to save money and space."

"Consider a DF64 if you may want to upgrade burrs in the future."

#25

Sage

4.7

(3)

"Sage Barista Pro is the best you’ll for the price - miles ahead of those priced at 200 quid more and 200 quid less."

"No regrets"

"Looks like a coffee machine you'd find in a coffee shop."

#26

Espresso Machine

4.3

(3)

"The insights provided helped me find the best espresso machine for my cafe."

"A superautomatic espresso machine is the best choice for ease of use."

"I researched a lot of machines before I bought my espresso machines and grinders."

#27

Silvia

4.3

(3)

"A real treasure"

"Another good option."

"Good enough to get started, but room for improvement."

#28

df64

5.0

(2)

"The DF64 is a great addition to the setup."

"A grinder like the df64 should get her close to your budget and making great lattes."

#29

Bellezza

5.0

(2)

"Dual pid controlled, stainless steel boilers, 58mm portafilter, Temp stable."

"Best feature set of anything in the price range"

#30

Niche

5.0

(2)

"Engaging activity for my child while making coffee."

"A used Niche should get her close to your budget and making great lattes."

#31

Bezzera

5.0

(2)

"I’m loving the Bezzera Magica PID and it checks all those boxes."

"Served me well"

#32

Solis

4.5

(2)

"Great open box deal with excellent features like three temperature settings and a regular steam wand."

"Solis Perfetta for $400 if you want 3 temp settings and a solenoid valve."

#33

BBE

4.5

(2)

"I’ve had the BBE for about a year and it’s been fantastic - zero issues whatsoever."

"A decent setup for coffee lovers without spending too much."

#34

Delonghi

4.5

(2)

"I trust Delonghi and I'd buy it again and again. My whole family has this brand."

"The one where you use ground coffee is cheaper but still good."

#35

DF54

4.0

(2)

"Both items shipped to me with no tax."

"A good grinder like the DF54 is essential for a capable setup."

#36

Gemilai

4.0

(2)

"Pretty decent machine"

"Reliable"

#37

Argos

4.0

(2)

"Argos is cheaper but has a much longer wait time."

"Heats up quick and is dead simple to use."

#38

Budan

3.0

(2)

"Amazing espresso after upgrading my grinder."

"The 10K Budan grinder didn't work for espresso."

#39

Cremina

3.0

(2)

"The Cremina just works."

"The Cremina & Lapavoni are not fast and require extra gear like a funnel."

#40

DF64

5.0

(1)

"The DF64 stock burrs are a great choice for grinding."

#41

Londinium

5.0

(1)

"Once dialed in, pulling shots daily is a straightforward process."

#42

Elekta

5.0

(1)

"My Synchronika has been perfect from day one."

#43

BDB

5.0

(1)

"The BDB has excellent temperature stability and a quick heat-up time."

#44

Ninja

5.0

(1)

"No brainer! Perfect use-case."

#45

KitchenAid

5.0

(1)

"KitchenAid KF6 has a modern design and intuitive display."

#46

Ceado

5.0

(1)

"The Ceado E37 grinder has been marvelous: easy enough to dial in on a single house coffee, super fast, and reasonably quiet."

#47

Olympia

5.0

(1)

"Great choice for a retirement gift!"

#48

Quickmill

5.0

(1)

"Great machines, durable and very serviceable."

#49

Electric Flair

5.0

(1)

"If budget is not an issue, Electric Flair 58."

#50

Lavazza

5.0

(1)

"Affordable and works well with ground coffee."

#51

Bean in Dingle

5.0

(1)

"Bean in Dingle are the best value of those."

#52

Granbaristo

5.0

(1)

"Granbaristo is the answer"

#53

Hand Grinder

5.0

(1)

"Efficient way to make drinks at a high volume"

#54

Maespresso

5.0

(1)

"You CANNOT get more bang for your buck. It comes with a WDT tool, puck screen, tamper, and has a pressure gauge and valve. The pump is fully controllable."

#55

Nivona

5.0

(1)

"Best are Nivona 7 series"

#56

Kingrinder

5.0

(1)

"There is NO other machine that gives you so much control with for $300"

#57

MS

5.0

(1)

"I like my Ms Silvia."

#58

Melitta

5.0

(1)

"Best are Melitta caffeo and milk"

#59

Robot

4.0

(1)

"I like about the Robot: easy and quick workflow and cleanup, build quality."

#60

Krups

4.0

(1)

"Makes surprisingly good espresso for the price."

#61

Mignon

4.0

(1)

"The Mignon Single Dose Grinder is worth considering for its performance."

#62

Moka

4.0

(1)

"Use Moka pot for close to espresso experience."

#63

La Cimbali

4.0

(1)

"I loved it but its age meant it ran hot."

#64

LM

4.0

(1)

"I would look at LM Micra if you want something your wife will like."

#65

Mr. Coffee

4.0

(1)

"Brewing non-pressurized will get you better tasting espresso, but requires fresh beans and an espresso-focused grinder."

#66

Weigh Gram

4.0

(1)

"This is a great entry-level scale for weighing out shots as well as beans."

#67

Eversys

4.0

(1)

"According to Lance Hedrick, it's one of these superautomatic machines to rival an espresso machine."

#68

Miele

4.0

(1)

"Miele makes authentic espresso."

#69

Espresso Coffee Shop

4.0

(1)

"Their prices on some European machines are pretty good."

#70

Cloudpicker

4.0

(1)

"Cloudpicker is fantastic in my opinion."

#71

Baileys Coffee Roasters

4.0

(1)

"Baileys coffee roasters are all fantastic in my opinion."

#72

Superautomatic

4.0

(1)

"Recommended for those without experience."

#73

Nanopresso

4.0

(1)

"Get a nanopresso which makes espressolike coffee with thick crema even with preground coffee."

#74

Barista Express

4.0

(1)

"It is nice to be the one to stay in bed and have a cortado brought up to me."

#75

Diletta

4.0

(1)

"Look for an open box deal from one of the retailers."

#76

Espresso Grinder

4.0

(1)

"I'd rather buy the machine myself than get it as a surprise present."

#77

Victoria

4.0

(1)

"Reliable water tank and pre-infusion"

#78

Dr64Ii

4.0

(1)

"Solid enough"

#79

Fellow

4.0

(1)

"Replaced it"

#80

Nanofoamer

3.0

(1)

"The Nanofoamer is a convenient tool for frothing milk, especially for those who don't want to invest in a milk wand."

#81

Go

3.0

(1)

"Stylish, opv valve adjustment is much much easier"

#82

Mara

2.0

(1)

"The Mara X may struggle under heavy workloads."

#83

Lapavoni

2.0

(1)

"They need time to relieve pressure and lack a 3-way valve."

#84

CRM

2.0

(1)

"No decent machine available in that budget."

#85

Moccamaster

2.0

(1)

"Espresso is not easy, quick, nor efficient for churning out multiple drinks."

#86

French Press

2.0

(1)

"It's much easier to get something like a moccamaster or several french presses."

#87

G3211

2.0

(1)

"Finding parts and technicians for the G3211 could be very difficult."

#88

Breville/Sage

2.0

(1)

"Any semi-auto setup, including Breville/Sage, will be a huge mistake."

#89

Stilosa

2.0

(1)

"A cheap machine like the Stilosa is not going to last and may be difficult/expensive to repair."

#90

Gevi

2.0

(1)

"Clogged constantly"

#91

Walmart

1.0

(1)

"Espresso machines are like mountain bikes. If someone covets a Trek mountain bike and they get a 'mountain' bike sold by Walmart, they will be hugely disappointed."

#92

Peet's

1.0

(1)

"Terrible"

#93

Karibu

1.0

(1)

"Terrible"

#94

Starbucks

1.0

(1)

"Terrible"

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