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6 Best Espresso Machines of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Our evaluations included Breville, DeLonghi, and Rancilio machines for homemade espresso. The best ones consistently deliver sweet shots and an even microfoam for lattes and cappuccinos.

By Molly Bradley
Home & Appliances Writer

Updated by Kala Herh

Updated January 1, 2026

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Lelit Victoria, Breville Bambino Plus and Rancilio Silvia Pro X espresso machines — We found great features in at-home espresso machines from high-end brands like Lelit (left) and Rancilio (right). But there were surprising perks from lower-priced models, like the Breville (center).

If you’re accustomed to trekking to a coffee shop for your first caffeine shot of the day, the idea of traveling no farther than your own kitchen is probably tempting, not to mention practical, considering all the money you could save over time.

But buying an espresso maker can still be very expensive up front. That means finding the best home espresso machine for you requires careful consideration. To help you get a better sense of what some of the options offer, we evaluated seven popular models from brands that include Breville and Rancilio, and that cost anywhere from $90 to $2,200.

In this article

Best Espresso Machines
What Makes a Good Espresso Machine?
How We Evaluated Espresso Machines
Another Espresso Machine We Tried

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Molly Bradley

As a home and appliance writer at Consumer Reports, Molly Bradley covered a diverse lineup of products, ranging from coffee makers to carpet cleaners and strollers to steam mops.