March 2023
Super-Automatic Espresso Machines: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Espresso Machine rankings posted by key online experts, as of March 2023.
Summary
Between 13 Mar 2023 and 14 Mar 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 82 Espresso Machine endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
37 Super-Automatic Espresso Machines were endorsed in total, only 15 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).
As of 14 Mar 2023, Gaggia Brera takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed espresso machine with 8 expert endorsements. 3 experts out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 espresso machine' this month. It is followed by Philips LatteGo 3200 and DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 , with 6 and 5 expert endorsements respectively.
Brand breakdown
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Jura:
11 Espresso Machines
(#1 is Jura Impressa XS90 )
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Gaggia:
6 Espresso Machines
(#1 is Gaggia Anima )
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Delonghi:
6 Espresso Machines
(#1 is DeLonghi Eletta )
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Breville:
3 Espresso Machines
(#1 is Breville Oracle )
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Philips:
2 Espresso Machines
(#1 is Saeco Intelia Deluxe )
Price breakdown
At a glance - March 2023 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Espresso Machine |
Coffeeness
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brewsmartly.com
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thebrewmakers.com
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sipcoffeehouse.com
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Gadget Review
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homecoffeeexpert.com
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coffeeorbust.com
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coffeeaffection.com
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brewcoffeehome.com
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craftcoffeespot.com
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
|
- | $458 |
Gaggia Brera
|
1
|
4
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
9
|
-
|
2
|
9
|
5
|
|
2
|
- | $699 |
Philips LatteGo 3200
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
4
|
1
|
7
|
|
3
|
- | $1299 |
DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
4
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
10
|
|
4
|
- | $1799 |
Saeco Xelsis SM7684
|
10
|
7
|
-
|
7
|
2
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
|
5
|
- | $639 |
Gaggia Anima Prestige
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
10
|
6
|
|
6
|
- | $1000 |
De'Longhi Dinamica
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
2
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
9
|
|
7
|
- | $2500 |
Breville Oracle Touch
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
3
|
5
|
8
|
|
8
|
- | $1276 |
Jura A1
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
|
9
|
- | $2494 |
Jura E8
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
|
10
|
- | $4299 |
Jura Giga 6
|
8
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-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
11
|
- | $1720 |
Gaggia Babila
|
9
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
|
12
|
- | $3750 |
Jura Z10
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
13
|
- | $1000 |
Jura D6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
3
|
|
15
|
- | $1929 |
Jura Ena 8
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
|
16
|
- | $1651 |
Delonghi Magnifica XS
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
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10
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
Sorted by price:
| Position in ranking | Price | Espresso Machine |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | $458.19 | Gaggia Brera [buy] [more info] |
| #5 | $638.97 | Gaggia Anima Prestige [buy] [more info] |
| #2 | $699 | Philips LatteGo 3200 [buy] [more info] |
| #6 | $999.95 | De'Longhi Dinamica [buy] [more info] |
| #13 | $1000 | Jura D6 [buy] [more info] |
| #8 | $1275.99 | Jura A1 [buy] [more info] |
| #3 | $1299 | DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 [buy] [more info] |
| #16 | $1650.90 | Delonghi Magnifica XS [buy] [more info] |
| #11 | $1720.38 | Gaggia Babila [buy] [more info] |
| #4 | $1799 | Saeco Xelsis SM7684 [buy] [more info] |
| #15 | $1929 | Jura Ena 8 [buy] [more info] |
| #9 | $2494 | Jura E8 [buy] [more info] |
| #7 | $2499.99 | Breville Oracle Touch [buy] [more info] |
| #12 | $3750 | Jura Z10 [buy] [more info] |
| #10 | $4299 | Jura Giga 6 [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Gaggia Brera #1 in March 2023 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Gaggia Brera as #1.
Coffeeness
Best Entry-Level
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Pros
Great value
Compact design
Quick heat up time
Ideal for beginners
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Cons
Too much plastic
Limited grinder settings
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brewsmartly.com
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Pros
Light-up LED screen
Super customizable
Ceramic burr grinder
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Cons
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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Pros
Produces excellent espresso
Compact machine
Inexpensive
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Cons
Froths milk with the manual Panarello steam wand
Better for brewing fewer drinks
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Gadget Review
Top Pick
|
Pros
User-friendly display
Rapid steam technology
Extremely easy to clean
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Cons
Internal leaking may occur
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homecoffeeexpert.com
|
Pros
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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Cons
Milk frother isn’t automatic
Limited customization
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coffeeaffection.com
Best Value
|
Pros
Extremely good value
Customizable drink settings
Built-in steam wand
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Cons
Only holds five used pucks
The water reservoir is small
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brewcoffeehome.com
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Pros
You can set the machine to customize to the length of your coffee cup
Burned coffee flavors is an issue of the past, thanks to adjustable ceramic grinders
It’s a compact machine with only 12.4 inches high, so it fits well under cabinets and save your kitchen space
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Cons
May have too many options for someone looking for a quick cup of coffee
Smaller water reservoir, you need to refill water more often
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We ranked Philips LatteGo 3200 #2 in March 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Philips LatteGo 3200 as #1.
Coffeeness
Best Budget Buy
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Pros
Highly intuitive operation
Good espresso and milk froth
High-quality construction
Compact
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Cons
A little bit noisy
Very dense milk froth
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Most Easy To Clean
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Pros
Innovative LatteGo system
Touch screen display
Fully adjustable drink settings
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Cons
Difficult to create latte art
Small water reservoir
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homecoffeeexpert.com
BEST SUPER AUTOMATIC ON A BUDGET
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Pros
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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Cons
Quite loud
Milk foam is a little dense
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coffeeaffection.com
|
Pros
Many drinks to choose from
Adjustable strength settings
Unique no tubes milk system
Easy to clean
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Cons
Ceramic burr set
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brewcoffeehome.com
Best Budget Option
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Pros
Brews four types of coffee ranging from espresso to coffee
A 12-step burr grinder lets you turn your coffee beans into a fine powder or keep them coarse
An aroma seal simultaneously preserves coffee bean flavor and prevents loud grinding noises from filling your kitchen
Affordable price for the impressive features it provides, the best espresso machine under 1000.
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Cons
The machine shuts off on its own, so it’ll need to reheat again if you want another cup of coffee and don’t catch it in time
This model doesn’t have a steam wand so you can’t froth milk yourself.
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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 March 2023 ranking
Coffeeness
brewsmartly.com
thebrewmakers.com
sipcoffeehouse.com
Gadget Review
homecoffeeexpert.com
coffeeorbust.com
coffeeaffection.com
brewcoffeehome.com
craftcoffeespot.com
We ranked DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 #3 in March 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked DeLonghi Magnifica Esam 3300 as #1.
brewsmartly.com
Best of the Best
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Pros
Easy to use as it’s fully automatic!
Also makes long coffee drinks
Built-in burr grinder
Double boiler
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Cons
Can be noisy
A little tricky to clean
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Most Reliable
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Pros
Flavorful espresso
Compact design
Economical
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Cons
Manual milk frothing
No screen display
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Gadget Review
Best for Dual Brewing
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Pros
Can brew two cups at a time
Able to program preferences
Easy-to-use control panel
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Cons
Requires troubleshooting often
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coffeeaffection.com
Best Overall
|
Pros
Tons of brew options
Programmable preferences for saving your settings
Steel burr grinder with 13 settings
Easy to clean
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Cons
Manually operated frother
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We ranked Saeco Xelsis SM7684 #4 in March 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best Value
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Pros
Easy, intuitive operation
Numerous setting options
Pleasantly quiet
Very good espresso and milk froth
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Cons
Poorly conceived quick cleaning
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brewsmartly.com
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Pros
Totally programmable, with several profiles to save to Hygiesteam hygiene system
Milk reservoir and frother
Choice of fifteen drinks
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Cons
Very expensive
Might be too automatic for some
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Great Milky Coffee
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Pros
Solid and durable
Completely programmable
Easy to use
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Cons
Expensive
Large size
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Gadget Review
Honorable Mention
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Pros
Premier programming technology
Accurate 3.5” touch-screen
Has a Hyggiesteam system
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Cons
Uses plastic in the design
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homecoffeeexpert.com
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Pros
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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Cons
The titanium body scratches easily
Water filtration process makes slightly poorer quality coffee
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brewcoffeehome.com
Best Overall
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Pros
Ceramic burr grinder prevents overheating, so you don’t have to worry about your coffee beans having a burned flavor
12 different grind settings so you can brew everything from bold espressos to smooth coffee
HygieSteam technology cleans the entire milk system with the press of a button
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Cons
One of the most expensive options, which is a reflection of its many features
Some people may not like the individual milk reservoir design
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We ranked Gaggia Anima Prestige #5 in March 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Gaggia Anima Prestige as #1.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Value
|
Pros
Highly reliable
Simple to use
Budget friendly
Small and compact design
|
Cons
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
|
Pros
Attractive LCD screen display
Automatic milk frother
Good price point
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Cons
Single boiler machine
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coffeeorbust.com
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Pros
60-oz water reservoir
2-year warranty
One-touch brewing and frothing
Programmable brew settings
3 temperature settings
Instructional video
Removable brew group
Internal cleaning
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Cons
Customer service and repair are reportedly difficult
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brewcoffeehome.com
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Pros
You don’t have to guess when to descale this coffee machine, as it’ll alert you and walk you through the process
An aroma lid preserves coffee flavor so that every sip tastes like it’s from a recently harvested bean
The milk carafe has a double chamber, so you can prepare the foamy cappuccino toppings
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Cons
If you like your coffee sizzling hot, it may feel more warm than hot
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We ranked De'Longhi Dinamica #6 in March 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Iced Coffee
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Pros
Delivers full-bodied iced coffee
Easy to clean
Quick heat up time
Grinds quitely compared to most machines
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Cons
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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Pros
Latte Crema automatic milk frother
Dual heating system
13 grind settings
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Cons
Difficult to make latte art with the milk frother
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homecoffeeexpert.com
BEST FOR BLACK COFFEE DRINKERS
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Pros
Great espresso quality
Iced coffee settings
Drip coffee option
Manual milk frother as a back-up option
Easy to use
Looks good
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Cons
Drip coffee isn’t the best quality
Pretty loud
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brewcoffeehome.com
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Pros
Grinds the exact amount of coffee beans you need, so leftover grinds don’t affect your most recent brew
Five settings let you adjust your espresso strength from extra-mild to extra-strong
It takes less than 40 seconds to heat up, making it perfect for people who are on the go
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Cons
No display screen, so you’ll need to keep the manual out until you memorize its functions
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We ranked Breville Oracle Touch #7 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Breville Oracle Touch as #1.
homecoffeeexpert.com
Overall Best Super-Automatic Espresso Machine
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Pros
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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Cons
Big and heavy
Takes a long time to heat up
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coffeeaffection.com
Premium Choice
|
Pros
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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Cons
Exorbitantly expensive
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brewcoffeehome.com
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Pros
Fully automated with a touch screen where you can choose and customize everything from long black coffee to cappuccinos
It contains high-quality conical burr grinds and doses out coffee like commercial machines
An Over Pressure Valve prevents your coffee from tasting bitter
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Cons
The warm-up time takes longer than other super-automatic espresso machines
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We ranked Jura A1 #8 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Budget
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Pros
Very simple to use
Small and compact
Energy efficient
Budget friendly
|
Cons
Minimal functionality
No programmability
Only 3 beverage types
Small capacity
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sipcoffeehouse.com
Best For Espresso
|
Pros
Beautiful design
Fast conical burr grinder
Only makes espresso
|
Cons
Does not have a milk frothing system
Cleaners can be costly
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Gadget Review
Best for Compact Design
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Pros
Extremely compact design
One-touch technology
Conical burr grinder
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Cons
May wear out quickly
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brewcoffeehome.com
Best for Espresso Purist
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Pros
A compact design lets you squeeze this coffee machine into tight spaces on your kitchen counter
Permanent program functions to save you time
A multi-level burr grinder ensures coffee beans are equal in size for a balanced cup of coffee
Best single-serve espresso machine
|
Cons
The water tank is small, so you’ll likely need to refill it after two or three cups
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We ranked Jura E8 #9 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Jura E8 as #1.
thebrewmakers.com
Best Overall
|
Pros
Highly customizable drinks
App-based to optimize convenience
No need to ever descale
Milk frother tuner
|
Cons
Expensive
Can be big in size
Grinder can be noisy
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homecoffeeexpert.com
|
Pros
Easily customizable
Looks great
Automated maintenance procedures
Excellent flavor extraction from coffee beans
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Cons
Only one boiler for coffee and milk
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We ranked Jura Giga 6 #10 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best for Offices
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Pros
Superior quality
Two electronic grinders
Tons of settings
Excellent espresso and milk froth
|
Cons
App has room for improvement
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thebrewmakers.com
Best for Offices
|
Pros
Temperature regulation from its chrome vents
Can brew 2 specialty drinks at once
Very high level of programmability and customization
Set coffee brew, milk and milk frothing temperatures
|
Cons
Very large in size
Very expensive
Sensitive touch screen
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homecoffeeexpert.com
|
Pros
28 programmed drinks options
Infinitely customizable
Whisper quiet
Has a smartphone app
Built-in A.I. and machine learning
Produces a superb cup of coffee
|
Cons
Very expensive
All the options can be a bit intimidating
Needs regular maintenance
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We ranked Gaggia Babila #11 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best for Control Freaks
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Pros
Sleek and compact design
Two boilers
Manual steam wand option
Makes excellent espresso and milk foam
Many adjustable settings
|
Cons
No app
User interface feels dated
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homecoffeeexpert.com
|
Pros
Incredible control over your espresso
Automatic or manual milk frothing
Dual boilers
Compact
8 pre-programmed drinks
|
Cons
The user interface is dated
No app control
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We ranked Jura Z10 #12 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
Coffeeness
Best Performing
|
Pros
Very high-quality design
Fully electronically controllable
Much quieter electronic grinder
Hot and cold coffee
Excellent espresso and milk foam
|
Cons
No milk container included
"Cold brew" is misleading
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homecoffeeexpert.com
BEST SUPER-AUTOMATIC ESPRESSO MACHINE IF MONEY IS NO OBJECT
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Pros
32 different pre-programmed drinks options
8 cold brew drinks
Can be remotely controlled through an app
Superb quality coffee and milk
Beautiful to look at
Exceptional build quality
|
Cons
Expensive
Milk container is sold separately
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We ranked Jura D6 #13 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
brewcoffeehome.com
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Pros
Produces six varieties of milk-based coffee with fine, smooth foam
Minimalist design that won’t detract from your kitchen décor
Plain text display with intuitive functions for people who aren’t well-versed in technology
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Cons
You may have to jiggle the grinder once in a while to encourage the coffee beans to feed through
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We ranked Jura Ena 8 #14 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
thebrewmakers.com
Best for Design
|
Pros
Eco friendly
Beautiful sleek design
High level of programmability
Compact design
|
Cons
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
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Pros
Choose from 10 different specialty coffees
Allows you to program your favorite brewing temperature, coffee strength, and hot water temperature
You can make a large cup of coffee in the morning and cut the size in half in the evening, so you don’t consume too much caffeine before bed
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Cons
Water tank capacity is smaller than other machines
The power switch is behind the machine, making access difficult if you place it against a wall
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We ranked Delonghi Magnifica XS #15 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Super-Automatic Espresso Machines” rankings.
brewsmartly.com
|
Pros
Small and compact
Has a steam wand
Accessible and easy to clean
|
Cons
Single boiler system
Some of the extra features may be overkill!
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homecoffeeexpert.com
|
Pros
Compact
Easy to use and clean
Height-adjustable coffee spout
Customizable drinks
Adjustable burr grinder
Makes coffee quickly
|
Cons
Milk frother isn’t automatic
Plastic cover scratches easily
Single stainless steel boiler system
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