All in one combination coffee maker & espresso machine

Do you remember the first time you had coffee? Not your first cup, which was about 90% cream and sugar because you were 13, but the first time you truly tasted coffee. You took a sip, grimaced and said, “Ugh, gross,” and immediately went back in for another sip. Since then, you’ve probably ironed out exactly how you like your morning cup of joe, but the beauty of being human is that no one is truly alike, and that includes your coffee order. Whether everyone in your household or office likes their coffee a different way or you’re still tweaking your perfect cup, a combination coffee and espresso machine is a staple every caffeine connoisseur should have in their kitchen.

More of a “one brew type” kinda person? Check out our recommendations for the best espresso machines and cold brew coffee makers.

Our top picks

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  Best Coffee and Espresso Maker

  All-in-One Coffee & Espresso Maker De'Longhi

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  Best Combination Drip Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine

  Specialty Coffee Maker With Glass Carafe Ninja

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  Most Versatile Coffee and Espresso Maker

  All-in-One Occasions Specialty Pods Coffee and Espresso Maker Mr. Coffee

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  Best Splurge Coffee and Espresso Maker

  Dinamica Plus Fully Automatic Coffee Maker & Espresso Machine De'Longhi

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  Best Combination Pod Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine

  K-Café Coffee, Latte, and Cappuccino Maker Keurig

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How we picked these products

To find the best coffee maker and espresso machine combos, we turned to our friends at the Good Housekeeping Institute. Their team of on-staff experts—which includes all types: engineers! data analysts! registered dietitians!—rigorously put everyday products to the test (and then more and more tests) in their New York City-based labs to determine which ones you can trust. Their kitchen techs conducted rigorous tests on a variety of coffee machines that they identified as the most popular based on their availability, brand reputation, and reviews. Then, they evaluated each model’s user-friendliness, cleanability, performance, consistency of temperature and volume, noise while in operation, taste, and even splatter and drip tests. Based on their findings, we’ve identified the models that we think will keep you happy (and caffeinated) for a lungo time. These are the best coffee and espresso makers you can buy in 2022.

Best Coffee and Espresso Maker

De'Longhi

All-in-One Coffee & Espresso Maker

Best Combination Drip Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine

Ninja

Specialty Coffee Maker With Glass Carafe

Most Versatile Coffee and Espresso Maker

Mr. Coffee

All-in-One Occasions Specialty Pods Coffee and Espresso Maker

Best Splurge Coffee and Espresso Maker

De'Longhi

Dinamica Plus Fully Automatic Coffee Maker & Espresso Machine

Best Combination Pod Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine

Keurig

K-Café Coffee, Latte, and Cappuccino Maker

Easiest to Use Coffee and Espresso Maker

Philips

3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

Best Budget Coffee and Espresso Maker

Nespresso

VertuoPlus Deluxe Coffee & Espresso Machine by De'Longhi

Best Portable Coffee and Espresso Maker

AeroPress

Coffee and Espresso Maker

Is an espresso maker worth it?

Espresso requires a different brewing process than other types of coffee beverages, so espresso makers typically can only make espresso. Though the level of effort you’ll need to exert depends on whether the machine is automatic, semi-automatic, or super-automatic (and don’t even get us started on manual), the gist is that these models use some serious pressure—usually about 15 bars—to force hot water through your coffee grounds…which requires a bit more finesse than your average drip or single-serve options.

If that has you questioning if an espresso maker is worth it, since they can get pretty pricey, or if you prefer to keep your options open, a combination coffee and espresso maker is a good compromise. Furthermore, if you prefer espresso-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos while other members of your household just want a simple cup of joe, these multifaceted machines can make a bunch of your favorite brews right in the comfort of your own home.

What should I look for in a coffee and espresso machine?

If you’re wondering which coffee maker is best for home use, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some factors to keep in mind when shopping for the perfect coffee and espresso maker to fit your home and lifestyle:

Brewing Options: Variety is the spice of life, so if you like to change up your coffee order depending on your mood (or depending on how much sleep you got last night), you could benefit from a coffee machine that can offer you plenty of flavorful brews. Many combination makers offer everything from classic espresso and drip coffee to even more modern features like iced coffee and pod compatibility. Though the price of these models tend to increase with the more you add on, many offer precise customizations that can elevate your experience, including adjustable strength, temperature, and cup size options.

Quantity: Speaking of cup sizes, not only do different machines have the capacity to make just the right amount of coffee for a tiny espresso cup or your favorite travel mug, but some have even more to offer. Many combination coffee and espresso makers have the capacity to make multiple cups of coffee at a time, with some options even being able to fill an entire carafe. However, this may be too much if you live in a smaller household or don’t have a lot of space in your kitchen. Luckily, there are also more compact options available that can make a few cups at a time instead. You can even opt for a single-serve model if you just want to drink one cup at a time and aren’t as concerned about authenticity and depth of flavor... or the monetary and environmental cost of constantly having to replenish your supply of coffee pods. Overall, be sure to take your lifestyle into account when making your decision, as well as how long you’re willing to wait before you get that morning cup of joe—after all, it takes a lot less time to produce one cup of coffee than it does 10 or more!

Features: For starters, you’ll want to decide exactly how much energy and cash you’re willing to spend. For beginners or busy bees who don’t want to do much more than grind and tamp your beans before pushing the brew button, an automatic maker is a solid choice. However, if you truly don’t want to lift a finger and money is no object, a super-automatic machine has all the functionality of an automatic maker and then some—including a wider range of programmable settings and the ability to measure, grind, and tamp your beans. Finally, semi-automatic options require a bit more of a learning curve, but they’re generally a good happy medium in terms of effort and price. (Plus, they offer the most consistency out of the three.) If you want to make espresso-based drinks efficiently, you might want to opt for a model that comes with a built-in milk frother or steam wand, but you can save both time and money if you pick up a separate tool and steam and froth your milk yourself.

Similarly, some machines come equipped with self-insulating thermal carafes that can conveniently keep your brew warmer and fresher for longer. However, if you live in a larger household where a refillable carafe would be ideal, but aren’t as concerned about temperature retention, you can find a happy medium with a model that has a glass carafe. At the end of the day, it all comes down to how much convenience you’re looking for, and then seeing which coffee and espresso maker offers the most for your budget.

Kaitlin Mahar Contributing Writer Kaitlin Mahar is a California-based freelance writer covering the shopping and lifestyle beats.

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