Best Coffee & Tea Equipment UK (2026) — Page 4

Pros

• Integrated conical burr grinder gives fresh coffee for every cup
• Digital display with intuitive one-touch drink selection
• 1.7L water tank and 250g bean hopper suit regular daily use

Cons

• Requires regular descaling and cleaning to keep performing well
• Bulkier than a pod or filter machine

Pros

• Compact footprint suits smaller kitchen worktops
• 15-bar pressure system for espresso and larger coffees
• Comes bundled with a 48-capsule trial pack to get started

Cons

• Manual lever operation rather than one-touch buttons

Pros

• Iconic octagonal design brews strong, authentic Italian coffee
• No electricity needed, works on any hob except induction
• Larger 9-cup size suits sharing or bigger households

Cons

• Not suitable for induction hobs without a converter plate

Pros

• Automatic bean-to-cup grinding for fresh espresso every time
• One-touch cappuccino and latte via the milk frother
• Adjustable grinder and coffee strength settings

Cons

• Needs regular descaling to keep performance consistent

Pros

• One-touch operation for espresso, cappuccino and latte
• Automatic milk frother built in
• Compatible with ESE pods and ground coffee

Cons

• Milk frother needs thorough cleaning after every use

Pros

• Iconic Italian design makes genuine stovetop espresso
• Patented safety valve, easy to clean
• Compact 4-cup size suits most stovetops

Cons

• Not suitable for induction hobs without an adaptor plate