I will talk about coffee percolators. Another De’Longhi creation is the 15 Bar Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker. It is a bestseller in the field of semi-automatic espresso machines. What sets De’Longhi’s model EC155 apart is its 15 bar pressure pump. This means optimal brewing pressure is used to make your espresso. It comes with a small built-in tamper and a frothing wand. This model is suitable for those who want to experiment on getting an espresso machine, but are not serious or knowledgeable enough to get a more expensive automatic machine.

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 Small Capacity: Rapid Brew 2-3 Cup Stainless Steel Percolator: Great for couples, small kitchens, and for people who simply don’t have storage space for a larger pot, this makes just a few cups of coffee (about two to three) so you won’t have waste from brewing too much. This is made from stainless steel with a glass top knob and a laminated wood handle with brass rivets, while the pump and basket are aluminum. There are internal markings so you won’t have to measure the coffee, so your morning will be easy. Take a peek at some of the other best small coffee makers you can buy.

Our biggest beef with the Lattissima+, however, is how difficult it is to clean the milk compartments. Basic Nespresso machines like the Essenza Mini or CitiZ are easy to clean or leave alone because the only thing that passes through their guts is water or coffee. But the Lattissima invites in milk, and with it, an overwhelming dread of spoiling. The machine has a self-cleaning function, where hot water passes through the wand and, hopefully, steams out the milky innards. But you can’t see inside the frothing contraption, so you have to trust that it did indeed clean itself. And if you forget about the milk in your fridge long enough for it to curdle, as we did inadvertently, it’s a pain to confidently clean the slim intestine of the tube and know that there aren’t spoiled flecks of milk trapped inside your Nespresso—though a pipe cleaner might work. Also, the Lattissima+’s water tank is narrow and book-shaped, not round, making it hard to refill. Interested to buy best espresso coffee makers? See extra details on best coffee percolator.

Nespresso D121-US4-BK-NE1 Espresso Maker with Aeroccino Milk Frother: This user-friendly Nespresso machine makes brewing a cup of espresso or other milk-based coffees convenient and easy. It features two programmable buttons that you can use to make Lungo or Espresso drinks. It comes with automatic flow-stop for a perfectly sized cup. You can also customize to your desired volume. The drip tray can be adapted to accommodate taller cups. In addition, the CitiZ&Milk comes with an integrated Aeroccino milk frother, so that you can create all sorts of milk-based recipes.