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Best coffee machines for 2025
Ready to level up your morning routine? Our top coffee machines will put a spring in your step.
Grab some extra get-up-and-go with our best coffee machine. Carefully curated by our experts, we’ve got the lowdown on all the standout options to help you to find one that’ll really hit the spot.
The best all rounder
What can we say about this top-tier all-rounder? It’s got the best of every world. With 3-in-1 versatility, 25 grind settings, and loads of automatic programmes, you’ll be spoilt for choice. It’s basically got everything but the kitchen sink (and we’re sure you already have one of those anyway).
Click below to bag our expert's top pick the Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Coffee Machine.
Best home coffee machine
Make a barista-worthy brew with this standout espresso machine. Not only will you be able to tailor your drink like a pro with its 16 grind settings and adjustable programmes, but you can skip a trip to the local café – you’ve got everything you need right in your kitchen.
Expert's pick: Sage The Barista Express Espresso Coffee Machine with Integrated Burr Grinder
Best budget coffee machine
Get fantastic flavour at a great price with our budget-friendly pick. Make a tasty brew at the touch of a button and it’s easy to maintain too. No faff, no messing about needed.
Expert's pick: De'Longhi Stilosa Traditional Pump Espresso Coffee Machine
Best bean to cup coffee machine
Bean-to-cup coffee machines are a brilliant all-in-one choice, and our top pick’s no exception. With 16 programmes and personal profiles, you get tons of choice to mix things up and it’ll remember your favourite settings.
Expert's pick: De'Longhi Rivelia Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
Best coffee pod machine
Not got time to faff about for a morning cuppa? Pod machines are really straightforward, making a quick coffee at the touch of a button. And our recommended model’s sure to speed things along with its Fast Heat Up system.
Expert's pick: Dolce Gusto by De'Longhi Genio S Plus Pod Coffee Machine
Best filter coffee machine
Brew up in bulk with our fave filter coffee machine. It delivers rich, aromatic drinks and is incredibly easy to use. That means you can keep topping up as the day goes on.
Expert's pick: Melitta Look® V Therm Timer Filter Coffee Machine with Timer
Brand spotlight
We’ve highlighted the brands that make every brew better because life’s too short for bad coffee.
More to love
De'Longhi Eletta Cappuccino ECAM44.660.B Bean to Cup Coffee Machine - Black
Smeg 50's Style BCC12EGMUK Bean to Cup Coffee Machine - Green
Sage The Barista Express Impress Espresso Coffee Machine - Stainless Steel - SES876BSS4GUK1
Smeg 50's Style Espresso Coffee Machine - Pastel Green - EGF03PGUK
De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM290.83.TB Bean to Cup Coffee Machine - Black Titanium
Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Coffee Machine - Black / Stainless Steel - ES601UK
Smeg 50's Style CGF11BLUK Coffee Grinder - Black
De'Longhi Rivelia EXAM440.55.B Bean to Cup Coffee Machine - Black
Smeg Mini Pro Espresso Coffee Machine - Matte Black - EMC02BLMUK
Smeg 50's Style CGF11WHUK Coffee Grinder - White
Coffee machine buying guide
Need help figuring out which coffee machine’s for you? We’ve put together a buying guide to take you through all your options.
- What features should I look for in a high-quality coffee machine?
Most people want great-tasting coffee from their machine and that’s all down to personal taste. Generally, bar pressure is important, with 9 being the recommended level, but more powerful machines deliver a more accurate pressure. Think about the space it’ll take up on your worktop and how big or compact you need it to be. Look at how many automatic programmes it’s got and, if you love a latte, automatic and manual milk frothers can be a game-changer too.
- Are bean-to-cup coffee machines better than pod machines?
The type of machine you need depends entirely on what you’re after. If you want a compact model that’s quick, easy to use, and simple to maintain, a pod machine’s the perfect choice. But if you want a rich, barista-style flavour and lots of different options to customise your drink, a bean-to-cup machine’s for you.
- How do I maintain and clean my coffee machine?
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when it comes to keeping on top of your machine. If you need a nudge in the right direction, we’ve put together a general guide that’s full of tips that might give you a hand
- What’s the difference between espresso machines and drip coffee makers?
The main difference is how they brew the coffee. Espresso machines use high pressure to push hot water through finely ground coffee, while drip coffee makers use gravity to slowly pull hot water through coarser grounds. The result is that espresso machines deliver a concentrated shot and drip models make a big pot with a milder flavour.
- Can I make barista-style coffee at home with a domestic machine?
Of course! All you need is the right equipment and techniques, and you can get that café-quality coffee from your very own kitchen. Espresso machines, in particular, give you the flexibility to control the settings and extract a perfect brew. And bean-to-cup models let you personalise the grinding settings too.
- What is the best coffee machine for beginners?
Pod machines are a really straightforward place to start. You just pop in a capsule, press a button and it’ll do its thing. There are also semi-automatic bean-to-cup machines that do a lot of the legwork for you, so they’re a great starter machine too.
