Espresso Machines

Hands-on reviews and buying guides for espresso machines and coffee makers — from entry-level to prosumer, manual to super-automatic.

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Replacing an espresso machine water filter is a small maintenance job that protects flavor, heating...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Espresso brew temperature has a direct effect on flavor, extraction, and consistency. If the water...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

An espresso machine group head distributes pressurized water through the shower screen and into the...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

A leaking espresso machine is usually dealing with a worn seal, a loose connection, a...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Setting up a new espresso machine is more than removing it from the box and...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Learning how to steam milk with espresso machine equipment is mostly about controlling temperature, air,...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

The Short Answer For most countertop espresso machines, plan for at least 18 to 24...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

The Short Answer Plan on at least 24 inches wide by 20 inches deep (61...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

The Short Answer For most single-serve espresso machines, a water tank between 0.6 and 1.2...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Choosing the right portafilter is less about the handle’s appearance and more about exact compatibility....

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Most espresso-machine warranty mistakes happen before checkout. Buyers see “one-year warranty,” assume the machine is...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026

Buying your first espresso machine can feel like choosing between nearly identical boxes covered in...

Marco Rossi Sep 18, 2026