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Best Coffee Machines

Have you been struggling to get to your favourite coffee shop? If you’re missing baristas, beans and brews, it’s time to get your own cafe experience at home. Choose one of these fantastic coffee machines and you’ll soon be enjoying the finest roasts on demand. 

Dualit DCM2X Coffee System and Jug In Polished Steel

Exclusive to John Lewis, this 3-in-1 machine takes pods, grounds and capsules to make coffee that suits you – and the members of your household. Made from hardwearing cast aluminium, it has a professional filter holder, 1.5L capacity water tank, foolproof milk froth nozzle and a Thermobloc heating system for hot water on demand. There’s also a non-slip cup warmer, so your beverage is always served at the optimum temperature. 

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Jura E6 Coffee Machine

This chic black coffee maker prepares 11 pre-programmed drinks at the touch of a button, directly from your choice of beans. JURA’s PEP extraction system and precise Aroma G3 Grinder ensures there’s no waste, and it’s effortless to use and maintain – it has buttons on the front of the machine along, a modern TFT display, cleaning programmes and an interchangeable milk spout for an extra level of hygiene.

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The Barisieur Immersion Edition

The Barisieur Immersion Edition eases you into each morning, awakening the senses with the calming sound of  bubbling water and the smell of freshly brewed tea with its no-effort, bedside functionality. The design, which  balances simplicity and mystified alchemy, creates a nostalgic and comforting experience for the user. Whether it’s  a lazy Sunday or busy day of work ahead, starting it off with a freshly brewed cup of tea will make waking up a more  enjoyable experience – a drink that is as quintessentially British as the Barisieur itself. 

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Siemens Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

Do you and your partner love extra strong coffee? Siemen’s Double Shot function will ground and brew two single espressos. Less water means less bitterness, with only the best of the beans making it into your cup. Features also include a child lock, automatic descaling and cleaning programmes, an integrated milk container (which can be removed and stored in the fridge) and dishwasher safe parts. 

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De’Longhi Primadonna Soul Coffee Machine

Splash out in this beauty and you’ll be able to control your coffee using your smartphone. Download the De’Longhi app and you can have a bean to cup brew waiting for you when you wake up in the morning. This technology also helps you to create new recipes, personalise your drinks and offers relevant tips. 21 pre-programmed varieties of coffee include the Long Black, Over Ice and Cortado.

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De’Longhi La Specialista Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

This two-litre model has sensor grinding technology to guarantee a consistently perfect coffee dose. It also has a smart tamping station for just the right pressure on the grounds and active temperature control to keep the water stable during the brewing process, creating the very best extraction. Two independent heating systems ensure there’s no waiting time between coffee and milk preparation.

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Nespresso CitiZ & Milk Coffee Machine by Magimix

Ideal for those with minimal kitchen worktop space, this neat bestseller from Nespresso is small but mightly. It has a 19-bar pressure and integrated Aeroccino to remove the need for a separate frothing jug. The Swiss-made sleek machine comes with 16 recyclable and sustainably sourced capsules in a variety of flavours. So you can begin your tasting journey straight away.

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Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine by Sage

Sample seven different coffee selections (via an intuitive digital display), a professional steam wand with eleven milk temperature settings and eight foam texture levels. Those wanting to get creative can experiment in creating latte art, using the accompanying milk pourer. A speedy three-second heat-up time and assisted cleaning system will aid those with no time to waste on waiting or cleaning.

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The Barista Express Coffee Machine

Contemporary and stylish, this two-litre barista level machine, influenced by Heston Blumenthal, can produce several professional-grade beverages at once. The bean flavour is enhanced by grinding directly into the filter in under a minute. Using a Thermacoil heating system and 15 bar pressure, espresso is delivered promptly in both single and double shots. A powerful milk frothing arm is sure to delight cappuccino and latte aficionados. 

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Oracle Coffee Machine

Impress your friends with the world’s first automatic manual espresso machine. The Oracle instinctively grinds, doses, tamps and even froths milk using the pre-set functions. A dual stainless steel boiler triple heat system and a dedicated espresso boiler mean it can extract espresso and texture milk at the same time, so your coffee is perfectly formed all in one go. 

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Oracle Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

The Oracle’s sister machine is a two and a half litre bean to cup coffee maker. Use the jug for cafe-style cappuccinos, or take advantage of its auto functions, for a hands-free velvet-smooth latte. The one-touch long black function is handy for a quick dark caffeine fix with maximum flavour. It also has a double cup warmer, removable drip tray and integrated filter. 

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Nespresso Creatista Pro Automatic Coffee Machine

Slimline and stainless steel, this is an attractive addition to your kitchen decor. Features include simultaneous brewing and milk frothing, recipes displayed on its screen, and multiple adjustable foaming settings for a bespoke milky beverage. It comes with a tasting box of Nespresso capsules (everything from decaf varieties to super-strong blends), a milk jug, brand welcome brochure and a water hardness test strip.

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