January 2025
Super-Automatic Espresso Machines: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of super-automatic espresso machines rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.
Summary
On 5 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 82 espresso machine endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
40 espresso machines were endorsed in total, only 16 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 5 Jan 2025, Gaggia Brera takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed espresso machine with 7 expert endorsements. 3 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 espresso machine' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Jura: 11 espresso machines
(#1 is Jura E8)
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Delonghi: 8 espresso machines
(#1 is DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300)
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Gaggia: 6 espresso machines
(#1 is Gaggia Brera)
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Breville: 3 espresso machines
(#1 is Breville Oracle Touch)
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Miele: 2 espresso machines
(#1 is Miele CM 6360)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Espresso Machine |
thecoffeefolk.com
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bonappetit.com
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Coffeeness
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homecoffeeexpert.com
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thebrewmakers.com
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coffeeaffection.com
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brewcoffeehome.com
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craftcoffeespot.com
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brewsmartly.com
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sipcoffeehouse.com
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Gaggia Brera
The Gaggia Brera Espresso Machine is highly recommended for its exceptional coffee quality, customization options, and ease of maintenance, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced espresso enthusiasts.
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1
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1
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6
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2
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5
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4
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1
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2
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- | $704 |
Philips LatteGo 3200
The Philips LatteGo 3200 Espresso Machine is highly regarded for its good coffee quality, convenient milk frothing system, customization options, brewing capacity, easy maintenance, and durability, making it a recommended choice for those who value a convenient and reliable coffee-making experience.
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3
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2
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3
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4
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1
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7
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6
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3
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DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300
The DeLonghi Magnifica ESAM 3300 is a highly praised coffee machine that consistently produces exceptional coffee quality, offers customizable options, and is built to last.
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2
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1
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1
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4
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4
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Jura E8
The Jura E8 espresso machine is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, easy maintenance, and durability, making it a top choice for coffee enthusiasts.
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6
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5
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7
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2
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1
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5
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- | $3849 |
Jura Z10
The Jura Z10 Espresso Machine is praised by experts for its exceptional coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, brewing capacity, easy maintenance, and durability, making it a top choice for coffee enthusiasts.
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8
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3
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1
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9
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6
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Breville Oracle Touch
The Breville Oracle Touch is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, convenient customization options, easy maintenance, and durable construction, making it a top choice for coffee enthusiasts who want a professional coffee shop experience at home.
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7
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2
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3
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11
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8
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7
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Saeco Xelsis
The Saeco Xelsis Espresso Machine is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, extensive customization options, brewing capacity, easy maintenance, and durability, making it a great choice for coffee enthusiasts who appreciate complex flavors and convenient features.
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10
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4
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7
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7
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8
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- | $1170 |
De'Longhi Dinamica Plus
The De'Longhi Dinamica Plus Espresso Machine is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, convenient brewing capacity, easy maintenance, and durability, making it ideal for those who prioritize a high-quality coffee experience.
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5
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4
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3
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9
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- | $906 |
De'Longhi Dinamica
The De'Longhi Dinamica Espresso Machine is highly praised for its coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, brewing capacity, maintenance, and durability, making it a recommended choice for those who value high-quality coffee and a customizable coffee experience at home.
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4
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9
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2
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10
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- | $699 |
Gaggia Anima Prestige
The Gaggia Anima Prestige espresso machine is highly praised by experts for its coffee quality, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, brewing capacity, and easy maintenance, making it a top choice for coffee enthusiasts.
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6
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6
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5
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11
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Gaggia Accademia
The Gaggia Accademia espresso machine is highly praised for its ability to produce great-tasting coffee, consistent espresso, and exceptional milk frothiness, with extensive customization options and convenient brewing capacity.
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4
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9
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7
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12
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Jura A1
The Jura A1 Espresso Machine is a highly praised coffee machine that delivers exceptional coffee quality, but is best suited for black coffee lovers due to its lack of a built-in milk frother.
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2
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3
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15
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- | $1599 |
Bosch 800 Series VeroCafe
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3
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7
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16
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Jura Ena 8
The Jura Ena 8 Espresso Machine is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, innovative technology, milk frothing capabilities, customization options, brewing capacity, easy cleaning process, and durability, making it a top choice for those seeking a high-quality espresso machine.
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5
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6
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17
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- | $590 |
DeLonghi Magnifica Evo
The DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Espresso Machine is highly praised for its exceptional coffee quality, customizable brewing options, and easy maintenance, making it an ideal choice for coffee enthusiasts who value high-quality coffee and convenience.
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10
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18
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- | $4999 |
Jura GIGA 10
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8
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7
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We ranked Gaggia Brera #1 in January 2025 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Gaggia Brera as #1.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Easy and simple to use
Ceramic burr grinder
Able to cater to pre-ground coffee as well as beans
Grinds, stamps, and brews with one touch
Rapid steam- heats up to steam milk in under 10 seconds
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Some customers have found the milk to be too frothy
No water filter
No control over dose of coffee, tamp pressure, and grind time
Can be a bit noisy
Single boiler
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Coffeeness
Best Entry-Level
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Great value
Compact design
Quick heat up time
Ideal for beginners
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Too much plastic
Limited grinder settings
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best Entry-Level
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Great value for money
Simple user interface makes it easy to use
Compact
Heats up quickly
Beginner-friendly
Excellent ceramic grinder
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Milk frother isn’t automatic
Limited customization
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coffeeaffection.com
Best Value
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Extremely good value
Customizable drink settings
Built-in steam wand
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Only holds five used pucks
The water reservoir is small
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brewsmartly.com
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Light-up LED screen
Super customizable
Ceramic burr grinder
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This might be personal taste, but as I’ve mentioned before I don’t like the 80s-does-the-future looks of this machine
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Top Pick
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Produces excellent espresso
Compact machine
Inexpensive
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Froths milk with the manual Panarello steam wand
Better for brewing fewer drinks
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We ranked Philips LatteGo 3200 #2 in January 2025 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Philips LatteGo 3200 as #1.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Easy to use
Good espresso and milk froth
Compact
Ceramic flat burr grinder with a large number of settings
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Noisy when in use
Very dense milk foam
A lot of plastic in build
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Coffeeness
Best Budget Buy
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Highly intuitive operation
Good espresso and milk froth
High-quality construction
Compact
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A little bit noisy
Very dense milk froth
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best Super Automatic on a Budget
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Very easy to use
Pulls top-quality espresso
Compact (relatively speaking)
Flat ceramic burrs
Good value for money
Excellent build quality
Dishwasher safe parts
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Quite loud
Milk foam is a little dense
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coffeeaffection.com
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Many drinks to choose from
Adjustable strength settings
Unique no tubes milk system
Easy to clean
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Ceramic burr set
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brewcoffeehome.com
Best Value for Money
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So easy to operate that there’s no need for advanced barista skills
Its contemporary aesthetic will complement most kitchen interiors
Fully automates the coffee-making process from beans to the finished cup
Cleaning is hassle-free, especially with a dishwasher-safe milk tank
Offers several features at a relatively affordable price point
Comes with a 12-step ceramic burr grinder for a range of grind settings, from very fine to coarse
Affordable price for the impressive features it provides, the best espresso machine under 1,000.
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The grinding of beans and frothing of milk can be fairly loud
It doesn’t have a steam wand, limiting your control over milk froth, not possible for latte art
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Most Easy To Clean
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Innovative LatteGo system
Touch screen display
Fully adjustable drink settings
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Difficult to create latte art
Small water reservoir
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend super-automatic espresso machines.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of super-automatic espresso machines, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for January 2025 ranking
thecoffeefolk.com
bonappetit.com
Coffeeness
homecoffeeexpert.com
thebrewmakers.com
coffeeaffection.com
brewcoffeehome.com
craftcoffeespot.com
brewsmartly.com
sipcoffeehouse.com
We ranked DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 #3 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 as #1.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Large 60 oz. water tank
Removable brew group
Double thermo boiler machine (but can’t brew and steam at the same time)
Adjustable Brew sprout
Pre-infusion function for espresso extraction
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Small 8 oz. bean hopper
Grinder very noisy
Grinder doesn’t work as well with dark roasts
A lot of plastic in build
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coffeeaffection.com
Best Overall
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Tons of brew options
Programmable preferences for saving your settings
Steel burr grinder with 13 settings
Easy to clean
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Manually operated frother
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brewsmartly.com
Best of the Best
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Easy to use as it’s fully automatic!
Also makes long coffee drinks
Built-in burr grinder
Double boiler
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Can be noisy
A little tricky to clean
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Most Reliable
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Flavorful espresso
Compact design
Economical
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Manual milk frothing
No screen display
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We ranked Jura E8 #4 in January 2025 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Jura E8 as #1.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Huge number of drinks on offer
Able to control everything from shot temperature to volume of milk
Simple to use
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No milk carafe included with machine
Expensive
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best Mid-Range Fully Automatic Machine
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Easily customizable
Looks great
Automated maintenance procedures
Excellent flavor extraction from coffee beans
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Only one boiler for coffee and milk
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thebrewmakers.com
Best Overall
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Highly customizable drinks
App-based to optimize convenience
No need to ever descale
Milk frother tuner
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Expensive
Can be big in size
Grinder can be noisy
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brewcoffeehome.com
The Elite Choice
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Brews up to 17 different coffee beverages
Exceptional coffee taste and texture
Fully customizable drink settings
Premium features at a competitive price point
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Compatible with Smart Connect but needs to be purchased separately
Traditional buttons and no touchscreen
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We ranked Jura Z10 #5 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Jura Z10 as #1.
thecoffeefolk.com
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High-quality build
Brews hot and cold drinks
32 specialty coffee drinks
Grinder automatically adjusts the grind size
Brew delicious espresso
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Expensive
No milk carafe is included with the machine
Cold coffee is lukewarm
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Coffeeness
Best Performing Fully Automatic Coffee Machine
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Very high-quality design
Fully electronically controllable
Much quieter electronic grinder
Hot and cold coffee
Excellent espresso and milk foam
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No milk container included
"Cold brew" is misleading
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Our Top Pick
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28 pre-programmed coffees (plus hot water/ milk foam)
8 cold brew drinks
Can control from your phone (J.O.E app)
Superb quality coffee and milk
Stunning design
Exceptional build quality
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Expensive
Milk container is sold separately
Cold coffees aren’t *technically* cold brew
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brewcoffeehome.com
The Luxury Choice
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Sleek design with a high-quality build
Offer both hot and cold brews with 32 drink options
Features the Product Recognizing Grinder (PRG), which adjusts the grind’s consistency depending on the drink
Several customization options and WiFi connectivity
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Only has a single thermoblock heating system
Large in size
May be too expensive for all coffee enthusiasts
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We ranked Breville Oracle Touch #6 in January 2025 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Simple and intuitive to use
Double boiler
Large 84 oz. water tank
Produces latte art quality milk
Can schedule the machine to turn on automatically
Pop-up wheel on bottom for easy movability
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No control over dose of coffee, tamp pressure, and grind time
No option to steam milk manually
Can’t fine-tune grind settings
Expensive
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best for Perfectionists
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Pulls a high-quality espresso
Accessible for beginners and customizable enough for amateur home baristas
Automatic milk frother
Easy to clean
Superb consistency
Can make basically any coffee you want
45 grind settings
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Big and heavy
Takes a long time to heat up
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coffeeaffection.com
Premium Choice
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True one-button experience
An extensive list of pre-programmed drinks to choose from
Highest quality conical steel burr set
Copious settings to play with
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Exorbitantly expensive
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brewcoffeehome.com
Coffee Enthusiast’s Pick
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Fully automated touch screen that lets you personalize your brew
Features a high-end conical burr that it grinds and portions your coffee just like the professional machines in cafes
Its Over Pressure Valve creates smooth shots without any bitter aftertaste
Dual boiler machine, brew and steam at the same time
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Its warm-up time is longer compared to most super automatic espresso machines
Requires some barista skills and more manual operation
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We ranked Saeco Xelsis #7 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best Value
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Easy, intuitive operation
Numerous setting options
Pleasantly quiet
Very good espresso and milk froth
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Poorly conceived quick cleaning
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best Bang for your Buck
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User-friendly touch screen display
6 customizable user profiles
15 different pre-programmed drinks options
Excellent ceramic burrs with 12 grind settings
Can make 2 drinks at once
Lots of customization options
Only rarely needs to be descaled
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The titanium body scratches easily
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brewsmartly.com
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Totally programmable, with several profiles to save to Hygiesteam hygiene system
Milk reservoir and frother
Choice of fifteen drinks
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Very expensive
Might be too automatic for some
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Great Milky Coffee
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Solid and durable
Completely programmable
Easy to use
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Expensive
Large size
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We ranked De'Longhi Dinamica Plus #8 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Affordable
Produces decent espresso
Automatic milk frothing system
All drink recipes can be customized
Easy to maintain
Touchscreen intuitive to use
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Can be frustrating to program
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Coffeeness
Best Overall
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LatteCrema Milk Frothing System
Color touchscreen display
Coffee Link app
Tons of adjustable settings
Easy to clean
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Pot function is disappointing
Limited user profiles
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brewcoffeehome.com
Top All-Rounder
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16 one-touch coffee drink recipes
The touchscreen is intuitive and easy to navigate
Allows users to customize their drinks and save them under individual profiles
You can use the De’Longhi Coffee Link App on your smartphone to access settings on the machine
Features the latest De’Longhi brewing tech and has an upgraded milk carafe
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It’s the most expensive model in the Dinamica range
Like many of De’Longhi’s machines, it’s made of a lot of plastic
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We ranked De'Longhi Dinamica #9 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Iced Coffee
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Delivers full-bodied iced coffee
Easy to clean
Quick heat up time
Grinds quitely compared to most machines
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Low programmability and customization
Can only make a few drinks
Doesn’t come with milk carafe
Requires regular descaling
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Runner Up: Best For Lattes
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Latte Crema automatic milk frother
Dual heating system
13 grind settings
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Difficult to make latte art with the milk frother
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We ranked Gaggia Anima Prestige #10 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Value
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Highly reliable
Simple to use
Budget friendly
Small and compact design
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Can only make 4 different specialty drinks
Foam quality isn’t as good as other premium machines
Doesn’t produce super hot beverages
Water reservoir capacity is relatively small
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Most Compact
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Attractive LCD screen display
Automatic milk frother
Good price point
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Single boiler machine
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We ranked Gaggia Accademia #11 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thecoffeefolk.com
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Easy to operate
Full colour LCD screen
Double boiler
Solid build
Manual and Automatic steaming
Can accomodate travel mugs
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Large, heavy machine
Temperature of coffee can be on the lukewarm side
Expensive
Dated user interface
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best Looking Super Automatic Espresso Machine
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stunning design
Lots of drinks options
Espresso flow rate control
manual or automatic milk
Dual boiler
Ceramic grinder
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Small drip tray
Espresso is too long in our opinion
Milk dispensor spashes
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brewcoffeehome.com
Made in Italy
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19 customizable drink options
Intuitive touch screen
Auto frothing milk carafe is self-cleaning
Dual milk frothing system
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Large in size, so not suitable for small kitchens
It’s on the pricier side and can be a huge investment
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We ranked Jura A1 #12 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Budget
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Very simple to use
Small and compact
Energy efficient
Budget friendly
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Minimal functionality
No programmability
Only 3 beverage types
Small capacity
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Best For Espresso
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Beautiful design
Fast conical burr grinder
Only makes espresso
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Does not have a milk frothing system
Cleaners can be costly
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We ranked Bosch 800 Series VeroCafe #13 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
bonappetit.com
The best super-automatic espresso maker
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Can make dozens of different drinks, one-touch functionality, reasonable price for a super automatic machine
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Espresso shots taste a little flat, big countertop footprint
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Coffeeness
Best Mid-Range
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Large touchscreen display
Integrated milk frother
Tons of adjustable settings
Easy to use
Easy to clean
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Rather pricey
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We ranked Jura Ena 8 #14 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Design
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Eco friendly
Beautiful sleek design
High level of programmability
Compact design
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Expensive
Cleaning the machine can be time consuming
User manual instructions are not clear
Difficult to access the power switch
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brewcoffeehome.com
Compact Marvel
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You can pick from an array of 10 specialty espresso beverages
Lets you adjust the brewing temperature, coffee strength, and the water temperature
You can make a larger cup in the AM and scale back on the caffeine in the PM with a smaller brew
Stylish and compact design
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Its water capacity falls a bit short compared to some other machines on the market
The power switch is at the back, making it difficult to reach if the device is placed against the wall
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We ranked DeLonghi Magnifica Evo #15 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
brewcoffeehome.com
The Budget-friendly Choice
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Compact design
Its automatic milk carafe delivers perfect froth every time
Offers one-touch drink options and a customizable “My Latte” setting
Produces high-quality espresso and creamy milk froth
Offers premium features at an accessible price
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The plastic exterior lacks the premium feel and durability of stainless steel
No option to adjust the milk froth density
While still user-friendly, the lack of a screen makes it less intuitive
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We ranked Jura GIGA 10 #16 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best super-automatic espresso machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best Machine For Offices
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Two electronic grinders
Many settings
Super fast preparation
Top espresso and milk foam
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Confusing and limited menu navigation
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homecoffeeexpert.com
Best for Offices
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35 programmed drinks options
2 hoppers, grinders, and brew units
Infinitely customizable
Whisper quiet
Excellent smartphone app
Can make cold brew coffee
Top quality espresso & milk
Jura build quality
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Very expensive
Filters and cleaning are pricey too
All the options can be a bit intimidating
Huge
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