Best Espresso Machines for Home Use

( 199 reviews )   SalesRank: 227

"I bought this so I didn't have to go to the local (might I say expensive) coffee house, anymore. I am able to…" - on May 16 2009 …full review

"…quite often and thusly have been exposed to quite a few kitchen gadgets and have a decent sense of what to look for…" - on Jan 1 2009 …full review

"Got this for my girlfriend for xmas and it's great. I work in a coffee house and she had been bugging me for our own…" - on Dec 27 2008 …full review

"…the absolutely best lattes are happening right here in our kitchen! We buy high-quality, organic espresso beans and…" - on Jul 5 2008 …full review

"…run with cold water for 10 seconds and wipe it with clean kitchen towel. Then you can stay in a good shape, by…" - on Jun 3 2008 …full review

( 243 reviews )   SalesRank: 1,419

"…conquered the quirks all will be love! It makes superb lattes. They are almost on par with your favorite coffee house." - on Mar 12 2009 …full review

"…on the booklet. I made a mess allover my stove and kitchen. The following time I followed instructions and…" - on Jan 23 2009 …full review

"…RIGHT. and even exploded a pot all over the ceiling and kitchen because the black dispenser was not on perfectly. …" - on Jan 13 2009 …full review

"…the two halves, I always put the bottom of the pot on a my kitchen counter so it does not tip to one side and spill…" - on Dec 11 2008 …full review

"…it because I love cappuccinos, but do not have room in my kitchen for a large cappucino maker. Overall, I have been…" - on Dec 5 2008 …full review

( 30 reviews )   SalesRank: 570

"…This was until I met this machine at a friend's house and I knew it was the one. It's as small as the…" - on Jun 1 2009 …full review

"…The machine makes my kitchen smell great :) IF you love a good cup of coffee quick, you will love this machine." - on Dec 9 2008 …full review

"…do it. It wont be comparable to your most fave coffee house or a replacement for a chatty, fun, pierced, "I…" - on Oct 15 2008 …full review

"…is little in size which is a plus in a tiny Italian kitchen. At first I wasn't so convinced on being committed…" - on Oct 4 2008 …full review

( 36 reviews )   SalesRank: 711

"I've spent a couple thousand bucks on new kitchen appliances this year, and hit the jackpot with my $40 espresso…" - on Dec 3 2008 …full review

"…was worth it. The unit takes up a small footprint on your kitchen counter, is pretty light weight. One thing to note…" - on Dec 21 2007 …full review

( 139 reviews )   SalesRank: 30,379

"…high school physics or if you use pressure cookers in your kitchen, you will also realize that as the pressure builds…" - on Jan 26 2009 …full review

"…ever it is that you like with in the comfort of you house - PRICELESS (with a halo on my head and a huge smile…" - on Jan 18 2009 …full review

"…This little machine has allowed me to make my very own in-house cafe. The Mini-S proves that bigger and more…" - on Jan 12 2009 …full review

"…off. I had left it on all day and am happy to say it didn't burn up or burn my house down. And still works fine." - on Dec 8 2008 …full review

"…is pulled out a bit. (WARNING - I used to work in a coffee house, so I'm experienced with this. If you attempt this,…" - on Oct 23 2008 …full review

( 250 reviews )   SalesRank: 16,694

"…This left a crappy, brackish shot, and a big mess in the kitchen. Figuring it was the seal/gasket, I looked online…" - on Apr 9 2009 …full review

"…wasn't much of a factor; we don't have a designer kitchen. We do cherish counter space though, so I didn't…" - on Feb 14 2009 …full review

"…and the performance is great! I would recommend it for home use anytime. Your only going to get a better machine…" - on Jan 19 2009 …full review

"…with fantastic crema. It also froths milk beautifully. Plus it's a beautiful looking machine on your kitchen counter!" - on Apr 28 2008 …full review

"…the mess is minimal if one simply uses a flexible plastic kitchen cutting board/matt upon which to tamp the grounds…" - on Apr 19 2008 …full review

( 147 reviews )   SalesRank: 5,100

"…machines have. This appliance feels as solid as my Kitchen-Aid stand mixer. In my opinion, the machine is…" - on Apr 2 2009 …full review

"…looks fantastic on our kitchen counter. The steam wand can foam milk and make good foam with the "double heating."" - on Mar 5 2009 …full review

"…the machine is 200+ so no issue there. It does shake the house when it runs so hold on to you cup but you can't have…" - on Feb 21 2009 …full review

"Two things. First, the machine vibrated so much on my kitchen counter that I had to hold the coffee cup in place in…" - on Nov 18 2008 …full review

"…stuck in the filter like other people keep bringing up. In fact I was thinking of buying another one for my house." - on Sep 19 2008 …full review

( 112 reviews )   SalesRank: 5,429

"…making more than 3 cups at a time. It's definitely for home use and not for heavy entertaining. So, a really nice…" - on Jun 3 2009 …full review

"…still experimenting with different coffees, settings on my Kitchen Aid burr grinder and tamping pressures; all really…" - on Mar 27 2009 …full review

"Great machine for home use!" - on Jan 25 2009 …full review

"…for the Breville 800. The good: Looks beautiful in my kitchen. Produces a nice espresso and rich creama with…" - on Jan 23 2009 …full review

"…and have played with many machines both commercial and home use and would say that this is worth its money for…" - on Dec 27 2007 …full review

( 2 reviews )   SalesRank: 662

"…This was until I met this machine at a friend's house and I knew it was the one. It's as small as the…" - on Jun 1 2009 …full review

"…The machine makes my kitchen smell great :) IF you love a good cup of coffee quick, you will love this machine." - on Dec 9 2008 …full review

"…do it. It wont be comparable to your most fave coffee house or a replacement for a chatty, fun, pierced, "I…" - on Oct 15 2008 …full review

"…is little in size which is a plus in a tiny Italian kitchen. At first I wasn't so convinced on being committed…" - on Oct 4 2008 …full review

( 102 reviews )   SalesRank: 50,657

"…Fairly quick to heat up 4. Looks decent in a kitchen with all stainless steel appliances 5. Not too…" - on Jan 4 2007 …full review

"Causes people to levitate into the kitchen" - on Sep 18 2006 …full review

"…pulling, frothing, and emptying there's a bit of mess on kitchen counter. Perhaps as I continue this will become…" - on Aug 14 2006 …full review

"…other blockage occurred I blew coffee grounds all over the kitchen when I opened the basket holder. That said, once…" - on Mar 24 2006 …full review

"…right at my kitchen! Great documentation, excellent CD, easy to operate and well packaged. A top class product." - on Mar 16 2006 …full review