Espresso Machines

Match heat-up speed, steam workflow, and portafilter size to your mornings — then pair with a real espresso grinder. Start with our under-$400 shortlist if you’re buying your first machine.

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Breville

Breville Bambino Espresso Machine

Verdict · Fast heat-up beginner espresso without a huge footprint

About $300

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Breville

Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine

Verdict · Bambino speed plus automatic milk texturing

About $500

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Gaggia

Gaggia Classic Pro Espresso Machine

Verdict · Prosumer classic with a commercial-style 58mm portafilter

About $450

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De’Longhi

De’Longhi Dedica Style Espresso Machine

Verdict · Slim stainless machine for tight counters and milk drinks

About $230

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Breville

Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine

Verdict · All-in-one machine with built-in conical burr grinder

About $700

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Rancilio

Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine

Verdict · Commercial-rooted single boiler for serious home espresso

About $850

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Breville

Breville Barista Pro Espresso Machine

Verdict · ThermoJet heat-up, built-in grinder, LCD dosing — the Express upgraded

About $850

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Breville

Breville Barista Touch Impress

Verdict · Touchscreen presets, assisted dosing, and cold extraction in one chassis

About $1,200

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De’Longhi

De’Longhi La Specialista Espresso Machine

Verdict · Sensor grinder, smart tamp station, dual heating for brew + milk

About $700

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Gaggia

Gaggia Classic Evo Pro

Verdict · Updated Classic with 9-bar brew, 58mm group, commercial steam wand

About $530

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Guides that mention this gear

Breville Bambino vs Bambino Plus: Which Should You Buy?
Same ThermoJet heat-up, same 54mm portafilter — the real differences are milk frothing, tank size, and puck cleanup. Here’s who should pay extra for the Plus.
Best Espresso Machine With Built-In Grinder (2026)
Barista Express vs Barista Pro vs Barista Touch Impress vs La Specialista: the all-in-one espresso machines worth buying, and when a separate grinder is smarter.
Best Espresso Machines Under $400 for Beginners
What actually matters under $400 — heat-up time, steam, portafilter size, and why the grinder matters more than the badge on the machine.