
Best affordable Espresso machines
Here’s a ranking of the best affordable Espresso machines. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important information about each product. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. De'Longhi La Specialista Arte
The La Specialista Arte offers an exciting experience and an appealing look. The machine comes with a range of tools that allow you to fully enjoy the barista experience at home. La Specialista Arte is equipped with a complete barista kit: a professional tamper, a tamping mat, a dosing and tampering guide, a milk jug, and single-walled filters in two sizes. The dosing and tampering guide enables smooth operation while grinding and leads to precise and even tamping. Perfection lies in the details, with charming accents in a sleek matte finish and a minimalist design that enhances comfort and usability. An intuitive control panel with three functions ensures easy, immediate enjoyment. With the My LatteArt system, users can create and personalize all milk beverages themselves. Crafting the perfect milk texture becomes a morning ritual.

2. Philips Baristina Bar300/60
The Philips Baristina Bar300/60 is a semi-automatic coffee machine designed specifically for coffee lovers who value quality and ease of use. With an integrated grinder, the machine allows you to grind coffee beans right before brewing, resulting in an intense aroma and a full-bodied flavor. The operation is incredibly simple: just add your favorite coffee beans, select the desired strength and amount, and the machine takes care of the rest. The Bar300/60 offers the option to choose between different coffee variations such as espresso and lungo, and it can also be used to prepare cappuccino when a separate milk frother is utilized. Its appealing design is reminiscent of traditional espresso machines, making the coffee preparation process an intuitive experience.
- Integrated grinder for fresh coffee beans
- Easy operation with a single lever
- Customizable coffee strength and amount
- High pump pressure of 16 Bar for optimal extraction
- Suitable for various coffee variations, including cappuccino.

3. De'Longhi Dedica
With a width of just 14.9 cm, the DeLonghi Dedica Style EC 685.BK turns even the smallest kitchen into an Italian coffee bar and transforms the user into a barista. The modern colours with trendy matt finish and embossed Dedica logo underline the unique Dedica design. With the combination of professional milk frother and height-adjustable cup holder, cappuccino, latte macchiato and other milk coffee specialities can also be prepared in style in tall glasses at home.
The descaler is no longer included in the scope of delivery.

4. Ninja ES601
Ninja ES601 Luxe Premium 3-in1.

5. Philips Baristina BAR500/00
The Philips Baristina Plus BAR500/00 is a stainless steel piston coffee machine designed for home use, featuring durable metal construction that ensures long-term reliability. This half-automatic espresso machine produces high-quality coffee beverages including espresso, lungo, and cold brew options for refreshing coffee drinks on warmer days. The automatic tamper consistently applies optimal pressure to ground coffee, ensuring proper extraction without manual tamping effort. Constructed with robust stainless steel housing, this machine maintains an attractive appearance on kitchen countertops while offering enhanced durability compared to other piston machines. The Baristina Plus focuses on core coffee preparation functions, specifically excluding milk frothing capabilities for cappuccino or latte macchiato preparation. With model designation BAR500/00, this metal-finished appliance provides straightforward operation for daily coffee brewing needs, delivering consistent results through its automated tamping system and versatile beverage options. The machine's design prioritizes functional reliability and lasting performance in home coffee preparation environments, making it suitable for users seeking quality coffee without complex milk-based functions.

6. De'Longhi Dedica Duo
Iconic Dedica with cold brew
- Quick heat-up time: 40 seconds. Self-priming system: the machine is always ready for use.
- My Latte Art steam wand: perfect for the silky, fine texture that makes your lattes and flat whites so special.
- Flow-stop function for individual coffee length adjustment.
- Digital display for selecting espresso (1 - 2 cups) and cold brew coffee.
- Water tank: 1.1 l, pump pressure: 15 bar.
- Cold brew extraction in just 5 minutes.

7. Ninja ES501EU
We present the Luxe Café Essential, the Ninja coffee machine that brews the perfect cup of coffee from the bean. It allows for quick preparation of an impressive variety of double espresso and filter coffee drinks in barista quality. From the built-in grinder to the convenient tamper, this versatile espresso and filter coffee machine has everything you need to enjoy the café experience at home.
Whether you prefer espresso or a refreshing iced latte, with Barista Assist Technology you don’t need any prior knowledge or training. The automatic brewing programs deliver the perfect cup every time. And if you like to take control, there are 25 grind settings available to create your personalized coffee.
Simply fill the water reservoir, add coffee beans to the bean container, and prepare the machine. Then select the type of coffee, brew strength, and drink size.
Easily create microfoam to perfectly finish your latte with automated frothing programs. Transform cow's milk or plant-based milk alternatives into silky smooth microfoam, as the integrated whisk in the milk jug does the work for you. All removable parts are dishwasher safe.
Included: milk jug with integrated whisk, supported tamper, built-in grinder, cleaning brush, cleaning set, starter pack, and recipe booklet.

8. Berger & Lanz STK03CNS
The STK03CNS coffee machine is a high-quality device designed for coffee enthusiasts who value precise preparation. With a generous water tank capacity of 3 liters, this machine allows for the efficient brewing of multiple cups of coffee, making it ideal for daily use at home. The machine combines an attractive silver metal finish with a sturdy construction that is both aesthetically pleasing and durable. With a power of 1350 watts, it ensures a quick heating time and a consistent brewing temperature, which is crucial for optimal flavor extraction. The hot water function expands the machine's versatility, catering to tea lovers as well. Its compact design and thoughtfully designed cable length of 0.9 meters make it easy and flexible to integrate into any kitchen setup.
- Hot water function for versatile use
- Sturdy metal construction for durability
- Generous water tank capacity of 3 liters
- Quick heating time thanks to 1350 watts of power.

9. De'Longhi EC890.M
The De'Longhi Dedica Duo EC890.M portafilter machine is a compact and powerful coffee machine designed for coffee lovers who value quality and ease of use. With an elegant silver design, the machine blends seamlessly into any kitchen interior. The thermoblock system ensures a fast heat-up time of just 40 seconds, so you can enjoy your perfect coffee in no time at all. The machine offers the option of using both ground coffee and E.S.E. pods, allowing for flexible preparation. The 1.1 litre water tank and 15 bar pump pressure ensure optimum extraction and a full-bodied aroma. The integrated milk frother allows you to create delicious milk foam for your favourite coffee specialities, while the digital display offers an easy selection between different types of coffee.
- Fast heat-up time of 40 seconds for instant coffee enjoyment
- My Latte Art steam wand for perfect milk foam textures
- Flow-stop function for customising the coffee length
- Cold brew extraction in just 5 minutes
- Digital display for selecting espresso and cold brew coffee.

10. Gaggia Carezza Deluxe
True to the motto "Tradizione in continua evoluzione", the new Gaggia Carezza combines professional heritage with the latest technology. This way you can enjoy a remarkable Italian espresso, of which the founder would have been proud too. The classic milk frother of this Gaggia espresso machine, traditionally called "Panarello", transforms milk into splendid milk foam for cappuccino, latte macchiato or more within seconds. It also provides hot water for tea. The Gaggia filter holder includes a coffee filter for 1 or 2 cups of ground coffee and a special filter for so-called E.S.E. pods (Easy Serve Espresso). These E.S.E. pods are perfectly portioned and make the operation of a sieve carrier easier. The Gaggia temperature display allows professional monitoring of the water temperature in the instantaneous water heater, so that you always have the best result in the cup.
