The 10 best espresso machines of 2021

If you find yourself reviewing this list of the best espresso machines of 2021, it means two things. You're either very interested in espresso machines or you're looking for a new espresso machine you can rely on year-round. If it's either of these reasons, you've come to the right place.

Remember that every buyer has their own preferences. Therefore, the list below is designed to give you a variety of options.

Here are our top picks for the best espresso machines in 2021.

1. Breville Barista Express
2. Mr. Coffee Café Barista
3. Nespresso Inissia
4. Mueller Espresso Machine for Nespresso
5. De'Longhi ESAM3300 Magnifica
6. Nespresso Citiz Espresso Maker
7. BrevilleThe Infuser Espresso Machine
8. Nespresso Lattissima Pro
9. Nespresso CitiZ Espresso Machine
10. Klarstein Passionata Rossa 20

1. Breville Barista Express

It features a stainless steel conical burr grinder that ensures consistency and optimal grinding of your favorite coffee beans. In less than a minute, you can extract the greatness from every finely ground coffee.

You can adjust the grind size and quantity by lightly adding coffee beans to the basket. It has both a single-wall and a double-wall filter.

Pros

• Easy to use, gives you more freedom to control some parameters.
• It is economical and offers the best value for money.

Cons

• Although it is a good grinder, it could have been better with ceramic burrs.
• It is a little difficult to clean, it needs to be hand washed.

2. Mr. Coffee Café Barista

It's a three-in-one coffee machine that gives you the ability to prepare excellent drinks at your fingertips.

It comes with an automatic steamer that speeds up milk preparation. The 15-bar pressure system allows you to obtain a richer, more flavorful espresso. It has a one-touch control panel that allows you to select a single or double shot, depending on the beverage you desire.

Pros

• Efficient cleaning cycle: hassle-free maintenance.
• Both the milk and water tanks are removable.

Cons

• The outside of the coffee machine may be warmer when in use.

3. Nespresso Inissia

It comes with a patented extraction system with a 19-bar pressure pump that extracts every bit of freshness and flavor from the Nespresso Original capsule.

It's a very fast machine. In less than 25 seconds, it'll be ready to brew and prepare your favorite coffee . You can choose between two programmable cup sizes: espresso (1.35 oz) and lungo (5 oz).

Pros

• Durable with quality construction.
• Foldable drip tray to accommodate taller cups.
• Heats up in 25 seconds and makes 9 cups of coffee instantly.

Cons

• A little noisy.
• Nespresso capsules are expensive.

4. Mueller Espresso Machine for Nespresso

Its 20-bar pressure pump system guarantees optimal extraction of Nespresso capsules in less than a minute.

It operates at the touch of a button. You can have an espresso or a lungo, but the volume can be programmed. It uses a 27 oz water tank.

All parts of the machine are dishwasher-safe, so you can clean it as you wish. It also has an automatic shut-off function when not in use for 10 minutes.

Pros

• Makes delicious coffee quickly.
• Adjustable flip-up tray to fit different cup sizes for added convenience.
• Cleaning is very easy since all parts are dishwasher safe.

Cons

• Accepts only Nespresso capsules.
• Programming your coffee volume is complicated, there's no manual for it.

5. De'Longhi ESAM3300 Magnifica

It's a versatile machine that makes excellent espresso. Thanks to its two stainless steel boilers, you'll always get steaming hot drinks.

It features De'Longhi's patented "Cappuccino System" frother that helps achieve the perfect foam. You have the option of making a single or double shot of espresso, or using any cup up to 4.25 inches.

In fact, you can use the grinder with the 8.8 oz capacity bean hopper. It has a removable 60 oz water container, which is quite large for a water container.

Pros

• The setup is very simple, very easy to use.
• The water tank and grain hopper are accessible.
• Compact, stable and quiet design when grinding.

Cons

• Some of the beans can stick together, causing the grinder to stop working if you don't clean it.
• Sometimes it will give a bitter or burnt coffee.

6. Nespresso Citiz Espresso Maker

It's a compact machine that heats up in 25 seconds. It features a 19-bar high-pressure pump for maximum extraction from each coffee capsule.

It features automatic or programmable coffee volume, only for espresso and lungo. However, the rotating cup tray can accommodate tall cups. It has a built-in Aeroccino milk frother with one-touch operation, allowing you to froth hot or cold milk.

Pros

• Very easy to operate.
• The pods can be charged without any problem.
• The milk frother produced can be cold or hot.

Cons

• No on/off button, very confusing.
• Make sure there is water in the tank before loading the capsule; loading the capsule turns on the machine.

7. Breville The Infuser Espresso Machine

It comes with a 1600W thermocoil heating system and a 15-bar Italian pump to ensure optimal extraction of a delicate and smooth espresso.

The built-in PID helps maintain the machine's brewing temperature and minimize fluctuations. The espresso pressure gauge is highly reliable in providing the right pressure for espresso extraction. This means there's no risk of over- or under - extraction, just a rich, perfectly blended espresso.

Pros

• Offers high quality coffee.
• The espresso has a perfect thick crema.
• Easy to operate; the water filter can be changed quickly

Cons

• It is necessary to preheat the cups to achieve the best possible heat from the coffee.
• The pump is quite noisy.
• The pressure gauge stops working

8. Nespresso Lattissima Pro

With the thermal block heating system, 19 bars of pump pressure, and the patented espresso system, you'll get a pleasant, consistent, and high-quality cup of Italian espresso every time. The one-touch function allows you to select and prepare an intense cappuccino and a creamy latte, in addition to regular espresso.

Pros

• Easy to use, especially for lattes.
• You can customize your drinks.
• The process is quick and easy, no heating is required before setting.

Cons

• Hot milk only reaches 150 degrees.
• The coffee is not hot enough.

9. Nespresso CitiZ Espresso Machine

Paired with the Aeroccino 3 milk frother, you can achieve a perfect coffee finish. It features 19 high-performance pump bars to achieve that delicate, premium coffee flavor.

It comes with a rapid heating system that reaches the ideal temperature in 25 seconds. When not in use, the machine is programmed to automatically shut off after 9 minutes.

Pros

• Very space efficient, perfect for small kitchens.
• It heats up very quickly, only 25 seconds.
• Easy to operate and produces excellent coffee.

Cons

• Compatible with Nespresso coffee capsules.
• Brews only 1 oz at a time, cannot be programmed.
• Noisy and needs constant cleaning/retuning.

10. Klarstein Passionata Rossa 20

It's made of high-quality plastic, all with a stunning finish. It's very easy to clean and maintain with a removable drip tray and 1.3-quart water tank. You can brew 6 cups of coffee before needing a refill.

Prepares great-tasting coffee , perfectly blended and unburned thanks to its 20-bar pressure system. The milk foam can transform a regular espresso into lattes and cappuccinos.

Pros

• Quick to heat up.
• Prepares up to 6 cups of coffee.

Cons

• Plastic/rubber portafilter and group basket