Choose the coffee machine that fits your morning
1 h€ 700 Calm
Before you order anything: map out what you really want from a cup. That way you pick a machine you'll be happy with for years.
You don't choose a coffee machine based on an ad, but on your own morning. How much counter space do you have, how many cups do you drink a day, and do you want just espresso or a frothy cappuccino too? Once you answer those questions for yourself, the choice suddenly becomes simple.
In this playbook, take a relaxed look at budget, space, coffee type, and ease of use. Then read a few real user reviews to avoid any surprises. By the end, you won't have any doubts, just a shortlist you can check out with complete confidence.
Decide the maximum you want to spend. There are great machines at every price point, so your upper limit defines your shortlist.
Suggestion: Write down your budget before you start browsing, so you don't get tempted.Measure the free space on your counter. Less space means a compact model, more space gives you more options.
Decide which coffee you actually drink. Just espresso, or cappuccino and latte with a milk frother too?
Think about ease of use. Do you want to press a button, or do you enjoy grinding and tamping yourself?
Read reviews for your two or three favourites, focusing on performance and reliability, and pay close attention to recurring complaints.
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