Buy the right coffee gear the first time.
Plain-spoken buying guides for espresso machines, grinders and brewing gear. We compare what serious reviewers recommend, the specs and years of owner feedback, then tell you which one to buy.
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Espresso
Machines, milk frothers and the small tools that make a better shot.
The best espresso machines for home in 2026Six home espresso machines worth buying, from a budget starter to a 58mm enthusiast machine, and what to look for before you buy.
Barista Express Impress vs Barista Touch ImpressThe Barista Express Impress suits most people who want to learn espresso, while the Touch Impress is for latte lovers who want guidance. Which to buy.- Breville Bambino vs Bambino PlusThe Bambino Plus is worth the extra for latte drinkers who want hands-free milk, while the Bambino suits espresso-only kitchens. Here is which to buy.
The best espresso accessories in 2026Seven espresso accessories that make a real difference in the cup, one pick per category, and how to make sure each one fits your machine.
The best milk frothers in 2026Seven milk frothers worth buying, from a battery wand to an induction jug, plus which ones can make microfoam for latte art.
Coffee makers
Bean-to-cup, pod and drip machines for coffee at the push of a button.
The best bean-to-cup coffee machines in 2026Five bean-to-cup coffee machines that grind, brew and froth at the press of a button, from an easy everyday pick to a premium Swiss machine.
Nespresso VertuoPlus vs Vertuo Pop+The VertuoPlus suits busy households with its bigger tank and quicker heat-up, while the Vertuo Pop+ suits small kitchens. Here is how they differ.- Philips 3300 LatteGo vs De'Longhi RiveliaThe Philips 3300 LatteGo is the better buy for most homes, while the De'Longhi Rivelia suits latte-heavy families who want more drinks. Here is why.
The best drip coffee makers in 2026Six drip coffee makers that brew at the right temperature, from a hand-built Dutch classic to a budget 14-cup machine, and what to look for before you buy.- The best Nespresso machines in 2026Five Nespresso machines worth buying across the Vertuo and Original ranges, how the two pod systems differ, and what to look for before you buy.
Grinders
The upgrade that improves every cup, whatever you brew with.
The best coffee grinders for home in 2026Six burr grinders for drip, pour-over and French press, from a budget electric to a 64mm flat burr and a hand grinder, plus how burr and blade grinders differ.- Baratza Encore ESP vs Fellow OpusThe Baratza Encore ESP is the better pick for most people, with easier espresso dialing and spare parts. The Fellow Opus suits single dosers. Which to buy.
The best espresso grinders for home in 2026Seven grinders that can dial in real espresso, from budget hand grinders to a 64mm single-dose flat burr, plus what stepless, single dosing and retention mean.
Brewing
Pour-over drippers, kettles and scales for hands-on brewing.
The best pour-over coffee makers in 2026Five pour-over drippers and brewers worth buying, from the classic Hario V60 to a forgiving immersion dripper, and what to look for before you buy.
Fellow Stagg EKG vs OXO Brew Pour-Over KettleThe Fellow Stagg EKG is the better kettle for careful pour-over, while the OXO Brew is the smart value pick that heats faster. Here is which to buy.- The best coffee scales in 2026Six coffee scales worth buying for pour-over and espresso, from budget timer scales to drip-tray espresso scales, and what to look for before you buy.
- The best gooseneck kettles in 2026Six gooseneck kettles worth buying for pour-over, from a simple stovetop classic to precise electric models, and what to look for before you buy.
Guides
How to look after your gear and get more out of it.
