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Coffee Espresso Machines
11 models in the espresso machine category, with the specs and trade-offs that matter for choosing the right one.
Lelit
Lelit Bianca
Dual boiler with flow control
A prosumer dual-boiler machine famous for its manual flow-control paddle.
La Marzocco
La Marzocco Linea Mini
Dual boiler (home flagship)
The home machine derived from La Marzocco's legendary commercial Linea.
ECM
ECM Synchronika
Dual boiler (prosumer)
A flagship German dual-boiler machine prized for build quality and serviceability.
Cafelat
Cafelat Robot
Manual lever
A beloved, near-indestructible manual lever espresso maker with no electronics.
Gaggia
Gaggia Classic Pro
Single boiler (classic)
An affordable single-boiler classic and one of the most modified machines in home espresso.
Decent Espresso
Decent DE1
Pressure-profiling (smart)
A software-driven espresso machine offering complete pressure and flow profiling.
Flair
Flair 58
Manual lever
A manual lever espresso maker with a full 58mm portafilter and hands-on pressure profiling.
Breville
Breville Barista Express
Single boiler with built-in grinder
A hugely popular all-in-one espresso machine with an integrated grinder.
Profitec
Profitec Pro 300
Dual boiler (compact)
A compact German dual-boiler machine offering simultaneous brewing and steaming.
Rancilio
Rancilio Silvia
Single boiler (classic)
A long-running single-boiler classic with a commercial portafilter and devoted following.
Breville
Breville Bambino Plus
Single boiler / ThermoJet
A compact entry espresso machine with near-instant heat-up and automatic milk steaming.