10 best coffee machines in 2026 (378+ compared)

Our top-rated Ariete coffee machine is Ariete 1313, achieving an overall score of 6.69 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 2.000 L, and priced around £410.

The Ariete 1313 is a semi-automatic espresso machine featuring a full stainless steel body, a 1600W power system, and a 15-bar pump with an integrated pressure gauge. Its standout characteristics include a built-in coffee grinder with an 11-step adjustment knob, a 220g bean hopper, a large 2-litre removable water tank, a Maxi Cappuccino steam wand, and a heated cup warming base.

Best value alternative: Ariete 1318W, with an overall score of 6.16 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 0.800 L, and a price of around £150.

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Topping the 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.

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 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 Krups lineup is Krups EA894T Evidence Plus, delivering an overall score of 8.35 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 2.300 L, and retailing for around £510.

The Krups EA894T Evidence Plus is a fully automatic 1450W bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump, a 2.3-litre water tank, and a 260g bean container with a 3-level stainless steel conical burr grinder. Its primary advantages include Barista Quattro Force technology with a 30kg hydraulic tamping system, an intuitive XL OLED colour touchscreen display, and a dual-milk system that prepares 19 customisable pre-programmed recipes—including two cappuccinos or lattes simultaneously.

Best value alternative: Krups EA895N10 Evidence One, with an overall score of 8.11 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 2.300 L, and a price of around £390.

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Ranking first among Melitta models is Melitta CI Touch F630-101, with an overall score of 8.26 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and available for around £700.

The Melitta CI Touch F630-101 is a premium, super-automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine operating at 1400 watts with a 15-bar pump system, a 1.8-litre removable water tank, and a 270g dual-chamber bean container. It features a Quiet Mark-approved 5-level steel conical burr grinder, a TFT colour touch display, and a height-adjustable All-in-One outlet that can brew 10 pre-programmed drink types, including simultaneous preparation of two milk-based beverages.

Best value alternative: Melitta Barista TS Smart F850-102, with an overall score of 8.14 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and a price of around £540.

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Our top-rated Nespresso coffee machine is Nespresso Atelier XN8908, achieving an overall score of 7.06 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.000 L, and priced around £260.

The Nespresso Krups Atelier XN8908 is a compact capsule coffee machine operating on a 19-bar high-pressure pump system and 1500W of power, featuring a 1-litre removable water tank and a used capsule container holding up to 13 pods. Its main characteristic is the innovative Steam & Foam technology with a detachable, magnetic top-down whisk that froths both dairy and plant-based milks directly in the cup for 9 pre-programmed hot or cold drink settings, including Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo, Latte Macchiato, Cappuccino, Flat White, Mocha, and Chilled Frappé.

Best value alternative: Nespresso Gran Lattissima EN640.W, with an overall score of 7.04 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.300 L, and a price of around £250.

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Ranking first among Saeco models is Saeco Xelsis Suprema SM8889/00, with an overall score of 8.72 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.700 L, and available for around £1060.

The Saeco Xelsis Suprema SM8889/00 is a premium, fully automatic espresso machine equipped with a 7.8-inch colour touchscreen, built-in WiFi, a 450g bean hopper, and a 1.7-litre water reservoir. Main characteristics include its 12-step ceramic grinder, 8 custom user profiles, and BeanMaestro technology that automatically adjusts brewing settings across 22 pre-programmed coffee varieties.

Best value alternative: Saeco PicoBaristo Deluxe SM5570/10, with an overall score of 8.37 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and a price of around £440.

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The best De'Longhi coffee machine is De'Longhi Eletta Explore ECAM452.67.G, with an overall score of 9.04 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and a price of around £840.

The De'Longhi Eletta Explore ECAM452.67.G is a versatile bean-to-cup coffee machine operating at 1450W with a powerful 19-bar pump system, a 2-liter water tank, and a 300g bean hopper paired with a 13-setting conical burr grinder. Managed via a 3.5-inch TFT color touchscreen or Wi-Fi connectivity, its standout characteristics include Cold Extraction technology for making cold brew in under 5 minutes, an automatic To-Go system accommodating travel mugs up to 16cm, and a dual LatteCrema system featuring separate hot and cold milk carafes.

Best value alternative: De'Longhi PrimaDonna Class ECAM550.65.W, with an overall score of 8.81 points, a pump pressure of 19 bar, a water tank of 2.000 L, and a price of around £520.

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Our top-rated Gaggia coffee machine is Gaggia RI8260/01 Velasca, achieving an overall score of 7.53 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.500 L, and priced around £360.

The Gaggia RI8260/01 Velasca is a compact, super-automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump, a 1,850W rapid-heating stainless steel boiler, a 1.5-litre front-loading water tank, and a 300g bean hopper. It stands out with its 100% ceramic burr grinder offering 10 fineness settings, alongside an intuitive LCD user interface that allows customisation across 5 aroma strengths (7g to 11g) and 3 temperature levels for its programmable espresso and lungo selections.

Runner-up: Gaggia RI9600 Cadorna Style, with an overall score of 7.37 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.500 L, and a price of around £370.

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The best Lavazza coffee machine is Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa Brown Walnut, with an overall score of 6.89 points, a pump pressure of 10 bar, a water tank of 1.100 L, and a price of around £220.

The Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa in Brown Walnut is a compact, 1500-watt capsule coffee machine featuring a 1.1-litre removable water tank, a 10-bar pump pressure system, and an intuitive touch-sensitive interface. It stands out for its exceptionally quiet brewing operation that does not exceed 43 dB, a rapid 28-second heat-up time, and a specialized one-touch system capable of preparing 4 coffee sizes and 5 distinct milk-based recipes directly into its included 500 ml glass mug.

Runner-up: Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa Crema, with an overall score of 6.61 points, a pump pressure of 10 bar, a water tank of 1.100 L, and a price of around £180.

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Ranking first among Philips models is Philips Series 5400 EP5447/90, with an overall score of 8.69 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and available for around £400.

The Philips Series 5400 EP5447/90 is a fully automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump, a 1.8-litre front-access water tank, a 275-gram bean hopper, and a 12-step adjustable ceramic grinder. Main characteristics include an intuitive color TFT display that offers 12 pre-programmed beverages, 4 customizable user profiles plus a guest mode, and an innovative tube-free LatteGo milk system with a 0.26-litre capacity.

Runner-up: Philips Series 5400 EP5446/70, with an overall score of 8.56 points, a pump pressure of 15 bar, a water tank of 1.800 L, and a price of around £490.

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Leading the Sage lineup is Sage the Oracle Touch SES990, delivering an overall score of 8.34 points and retailing for around £2110.

The Sage Oracle Touch (SES990BSS) is a premium, automated bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring an intuitive colour touchscreen, a 2.5-litre removable water tank, a 280g bean hopper, and a commercial-grade 58mm stainless steel portafilter. At its core, the machine utilizes a professional dual stainless steel boiler system with PID temperature control and a heated group head to allow simultaneous espresso extraction and milk steaming, alongside an integrated conical burr grinder with 45 settings that automatically grinds, doses, and tamps a precise 22g shot.

Best value alternative: Sage BES875BTR the Barista Express, with an overall score of 7.31 points and a price of around £440.

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