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Top 10 Espresso Coffee Makers
When we talk about the best Espresso makers, we have to look into many features that make them best of the rest. Firstly you have to look for the ease-of-use it provides. Secondly, it should provide your required functionality within your budget . Thirdly, it should make the perfect hot cup of your favorite coffee in minimum time .
In Espresso machines, DeLonghi definitely has market. The company aims at providing the best coffee makers to the consumers and that’s why most of the best-selling coffee makers are manufactured by DeLonghi. Mr. Coffee, Capresso, Cuisiart, and Nespresso are some other brands which produce high-quality coffee makers.
This lists looks at the best-selling Espresso makers ranked according to the user rating and feedback.
1. DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Maker
This all-time best-selling appliance makes Espresso or Cappuccino at the perfect temperature for both due to its two thermostats for separately controlling water and steam pressure. The dual-function filter holder mixes air into the brewing process to produce perfect crema while accommodating both pods and ground Espresso. The adjustable swivel jet frother mixes steam and milk to create a rich creamy froth. You can also clean the machine quite easily for the water tank is removable.
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2. DeLonghi BAR32 Retro Pump-Driven Espresso Maker
This DeLonghi model provides almost the same functionality as the top one with a few changes in design. It’s pump-driven, and brews standard or with pods. The filter produces a rich, creamy froth and the swivel jet frother makes frothy milk for Cappuccino, Latte and other beverages. The easy cleaning 35 ounce water tank is removable and fills easily right at the faucet. The exclusive thing about this model is its anti-drip design.
3. Mr. Coffee ECM160 4-Cup Steam Espresso Machine
This much less-pricey Espresso maker is 3rd best-seller for its ease-of-use and less noise (due to lack of pump). You can brew 1 to 4 cups (20 ounces) of delicious Espresso, Cappuccino, or Latte at a time. The decanter offers measuring marks with helpful icons up the side, a stay-cool handle, and a drip-free spout for pouring. The machine also comes with a removable frothing aid and a milk frother that steams milk to froth. Other highlights include an on/off indicator light, a cup warmer up top, a removable drip tray, and convenient cord storage for keeping excess cord stored neatly out of sight.
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4. Capresso 303.01 4-Cup Espresso and Cappuccino Machine
This affordable 4-cup-capacity countertop appliance is a favorite of many for its sleek design and user-friendly controls that make even novice brewers look like pros. It comes with a steam/boiler that makes it possible to brew two to four Cappuccinos or Lattes in just five minutes. The machine also features a unique coffee/steam selector, which allows for switching from brewing coffee to steaming milk and for adjusting the coffee strength to accommodate individual preferences.
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5. DeLonghi EC5 Steam-Driven 4-Cup Espresso and Cappuccino Maker
Another DeLonghi makes it to the top 10 Espresso Makers… This 4-cup-capacity steam-driven machine allows for making two espressos simultaneously, while its swivel jet frother produces thick froth for authentic Italian Cappuccinos and Lattes. It also offers an on/off switch with an indicator light, a steam-pressurized safety cap, and a large, removable drip tray for quick cleanup.
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6. Capresso frothPRO
This small coffee maker takes the sixth place in the top 10s, as judged by the consumers. The machine produces perfectly frothed milk for your Cappuccinos, Café lattes and delicious hot chocolate drinks. It contains two frothing disks to deliver maximum milk froth. The pitcher has a scratch-resistant, non-stick-coating, with a stay-cool handle and see through lid. It accommodates 12oz for heating without frothing or 8oz for frothing. The machine also features three illuminated temperature setting buttons: cold, hot, warm and dual auto shut-off for safe operation.
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7. Nespresso D90/S1 Essenza Single-Serve Manual Espresso Machine
With its unique extraction system designed specifically for coffee-filled capsules, this pretty expensive single-serve manual Espresso machine prepares perfect Espresso drink. The unit perforates the hermetically sealed capsule and soaks all the ground coffee to optimally filter the coffee, while its high-pressure 19-bar pump extracts all the aromas and gives body to the Espresso, ensuring a smooth crema. In addition, the machine's ThermoBlock heating system heats water to 187 degrees and 196 degrees during extraction and empties the remaining water after each use to ensure fresh water every time. Used capsules eject automatically into the used-capsule collection container upon lifting the handle on the top of the unit.
8. Mr. Coffee ECMP50 Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker
This affordable coffee maker has the ability to produce perfect Espressos and Cappuccinos. With 15-bar pump and thermal block heater you get faster brewing and a removable water reservoir makes it easier to get started. It also features a powerful milk frother, removable drip tray, and a lighting on/off switch.
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9. DeLonghi ESAM3300 Magnifica Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine
This fully-automated Espresso machine is the most expensive one you can ever go for. With just under $700 it provides exclusive features that make your Espresso making easier than ever. Capable of preparing Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte and more, this super-automatic machine features a unique beans-to-brew system that grinds coffee beans right before brewing. The appliance comes equipped with two stainless-steel boilers that provide excellent heat distribution, as well as an instant reheat function, which keeps the machine at an ideal temperature, no matter how long the interval between cups. In addition, its quiet burr grinder automatically grinds beans and can be set to a specific grinding level, but the unit can also be used with ground coffee if preferred.
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10. Cuisinart EM-100 1000-Watt 15-Bar Espresso Maker
This expensive, yet easy-to-use Espresso maker delivers 15 bars of pressure for perfect results and can brew one to two cups from either ground Espresso or a coffee pod. Its stainless-steel steam nozzle and stainless frothing cup can quickly turn an Espresso into a Cappuccino or Latte. The machine's porta-filter holder with locking mechanism makes it easier to pump out wet grounds after each use, while its removable drip tray and cover provide added convenience.
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Who do you think makes the best Espresso makers?
We’ve a lot of other Espresso makers being sold in stores and online, but here were the ones that are best-selling online. So if you’re an online shopper, these can be your best buys! Even if you’re not, you can get these at your local stores.