10 best cheap coffee machines in 2026 (160+ compared)

Topping the cheap Ariete selection is Ariete Espresso Slim 1381, earning an overall score of 5.98 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.100 L, and costing around £110.

The Ariete Espresso Slim 1381 is a compact, 1300W manual espresso machine featuring a remarkably thin 14cm-wide metal body, a 1.1-litre removable water tank, and a 15-bar pressure pump. Its standout characteristics include an integrated pressure gauge for real-time brewing monitoring, a Thermoblock heating system for rapid start-up, and versatile compatibility with both ground coffee and ESE pods.

Runner-up: Ariete Caffè Espresso Vintage 1389, with an overall score of 5.62 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.900 L, and a price of around £110.

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The best cheap De'Longhi coffee machine is De'Longhi Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch EDG426.GY, with an overall score of 6.42 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.800 L, and a price of around £80.

The DeLonghi Nescafe Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch EDG426.GY is an ultra-compact automatic capsule machine with 1500 W of power, a 15-bar pump and a removable 0.8-litre water tank. Its narrow design and touch controls are convenient for small kitchens, provided the user is happy to use the compatible capsule system.

Best value alternative: De'Longhi Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS EDG110.WB, with an overall score of 6.36 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.800 L, and a price of around £35.

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Topping the cheap Nescafé Dolce Gusto selection is Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S KP2401, earning an overall score of 6.57 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.800 L, and costing around £70. It also makes 30 specialty drinks and draws 1500 W of power.

Runner-up: Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Infinissima KP1701, with an overall score of 6.52 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.200 L, and a price of around £80.

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Leading the cheap Krups lineup is Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S KP2401, delivering an overall score of 6.57 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.800 L, and retailing for around £70.

The Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto Genio S KP2401 is a white, ultra-compact automatic capsule machine measuring about 27.3 x 11.2 x 28.6 cm. Its 1500 W heating system, 15-bar pump and removable 0.8-litre tank support quick drinks, while the capsule system limits preparation to compatible portions.

Runner-up: Krups Infinissima Fighter KP173B, with an overall score of 6.55 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.200 L, and a price of around £120.

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Ranking first among cheap Lavazza models is Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk, with an overall score of 5.86 points, a pump pressure of 10 bar, a water tank of 0.600 L, and available for around £110.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk is a compact capsule coffee machine featuring a 1250-watt power output, a 0.6-litre removable water tank, 10-bar pump pressure, and a built-in magnetic induction milk frother that prepares hot or cold foam. Its main advantages include an ultra-quiet 44 dB brewing operation, two programmable espresso and lungo buttons, an adjustable cup rest for different mug sizes, and compatibility with eco-friendly compostable pods.

Runner-up: Lavazza Espresso Point Mini, with an overall score of 5.73 points, a pump pressure of 18 bar, a water tank of 0.750 L, and a price of around £120.

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Our top-rated cheap Nespresso coffee machine is Nespresso Inissia XN1001, achieving an overall score of 6.24 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 0.700 L, and priced around £60.

The Nespresso Inissia XN1001 by Krups is a compact and lightweight capsule espresso machine equipped with a 19-bar high-pressure pump, a 0.7-litre removable water tank, and a 1260-watt thermoblock heating system. Main characteristics and pros include its rapid 25-second heat-up time, an energy-saving auto-off mode after 9 minutes, two programmable buttons for Espresso (40ml) and Lungo (110ml), a folding drip tray for taller cups, and a used capsule container that holds up to 11 pods.

Runner-up: Nespresso Citiz XN7415, with an overall score of 6.23 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and a price of around £110.

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The best cheap Senseo coffee machine is Philips Senseo Maestro CSA260, with an overall score of 6.44 points and a price of around £95.

The Philips Senseo Maestro CSA260 is a soft-pod coffee machine with 1450 W of power, 1-bar pressure and an XL 1.2-litre water tank that can prepare up to eight cups. Its intensity selector and pod format make serving simple, but it is not intended for traditional espresso extraction from ground coffee.

Runner-up: Philips Senseo Select CSA240/61, with an overall score of 6.05 points and a price of around £110.

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The best cheap Beem coffee machine is BEEM ESPRESSO-ULTIMATE, with an overall score of 6.44 points, a pump pressure of 20 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and a price of around £110.

The BEEM ESPRESSO-ULTIMATE is a compact, 1450-watt semi-automatic portafilter machine designed for small households, featuring a high-performance 20-bar ULKA pump and a fast-heating thermoblock system with a corrosion-free stainless steel line. Its standout characteristics include an intuitive touch display, a pre-infusion system to optimize aroma extraction, and a 1-litre removable water tank, along with a swivelling steam nozzle for crafting milk-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos.

Runner-up: BEEM ESPRESSO-SELECT 05025, with an overall score of 5.72 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.500 L, and a price of around £60.

Our top-rated cheap Didiesse coffee machine is Didiesse Baby Frog, achieving an overall score of 5.05 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.5 L, and priced around £110.

The Didiesse Baby Frog is a compact semi-automatic coffee machine engineered for 44mm E.S.E. pods, featuring a 15-bar pump pressure, a low 450W power consumption with an integrated standby mode, and a 1.5-litre water tank that uniquely houses a 0.5-litre mineral water bottle directly for enhanced hygiene. Weighing 2.85 kg and measuring 29.5 cm in height, 17.1 cm in width, and 28.4 cm in depth, its core characteristics include a patented flavor diffuser for maximum creaminess, a robust closing lever mimicking professional extraction pressure, and a fully removable pod holder for effortless cleanup.

Runner-up: Didiesse Frog Revolution, with an overall score of 4.54 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.5 L, and a price of around £110.

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Leading the cheap Gaggia lineup is Gaggia GG2016, delivering an overall score of 5.9 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and retailing for around £80.

The Gaggia Gran Style (GG2016) is a compact manual espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump, a 1-liter removable water tank, and a 1025-watt heating system packed into an ergonomic 21 x 30 x 28 cm frame weighing 3.9 kg. Its main characteristics include compatibility with both ground coffee and E.S.E. coffee pods via a 53mm pressurized "Crema Perfetta" filter holder, alongside a classic stainless steel Pannarello steam wand for milk frothing.

Runner-up: Gaggia RI8433/11 Viva Style, with an overall score of 5.79 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and a price of around £95.

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Leading the cheap L'Or lineup is Philips Barista L'Or LM8014/60, delivering an overall score of 6.79 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and retailing for around £120. It also makes 3 specialty drinks and draws 1450 W of power.

Runner-up: Philips Barista L'Or LM8012, with an overall score of 6.67 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and a price of around £90.

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Ranking first among cheap Magimix models is Magimix Nespresso Inissia M105, with an overall score of 6.24 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 0.700 L, and available for around £60.

The Magimix Nespresso Inissia M105 is an ultra-compact capsule coffee machine featuring a 19-bar pressure pump, a 1200W Thermoblock heating system, and a 0.7-liter removable water tank. Key characteristics include two programmable buttons for Espresso (40ml) and Lungo (110ml), a 9-minute automatic power-off energy-saving mode, and a used capsule container that holds up to 11 pods.

Ranking first among cheap Philips models is Philips Barista L'Or LM8014/60, with an overall score of 6.79 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and available for around £120.

The Philips L'OR Barista LM8014/60 is a 1450-watt capsule coffee machine featuring a 19-bar pressure pump, a 1-litre removable water tank, and an integrated milk frother for hot or cold recipes. A standout advantage is its dual-spout system and smart dual-capsule recognition technology, which automatically detects pod size to adjust brew volume (25ml to 220ml) and allows brewing two single espressos simultaneously or one powerful double shot using exclusive L'OR Barista XXL capsules.

Runner-up: Philips Barista L'Or LM8012, with an overall score of 6.67 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and a price of around £90.

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Topping the cheap Ufesa selection is Ufesa Monza 71705461, earning an overall score of 6.54 points, a pump pressure of 20 bar, a water tank of 1.500 L, and costing around £80.

The Ufesa Monza 71705461 is a 1050W espresso and cappuccino coffee machine equipped with a powerful 20-bar pressure pump and an intuitive LED digital touch screen control panel. It features a dual-preparation system compatible with both traditional ground coffee and E.S.E. single-dose pods, alongside a removable 1.5-litre water tank, an adjustable swivel steam nozzle for milk frothing, an integrated top cup-warmer tray, and an automatic energy-saving shut-off system.

Runner-up: Ufesa Bergamo, with an overall score of 6.88 points, a pump pressure of 20 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and a price of around £120.