Best At-Home Espresso Machines

Mini Guide for Espresso Machines

Making lattes at home starts with the machine – but the right one depends on your style, budget, and how hands-on you want to be.

  • New to espresso? Start with a simpler machine that automates the “tricky” parts.
  • Want café-level control? Look toward machines with manual settings.
  • Small kitchen? Compact machines still deliver solid flavor.
  • Hate cleanup? Capsule systems or auto-rinse features will save your sanity.

Below are the machines worth considering — and what each one is best for.