I test coffee makers for a living, and these are the 3 best espresso machines I've used this year

The best espresso machine can set you up for the day with a super-smooth hit of concentrated caffeine, without you even having to leave the house, and we've tested all the latest models from big brands like Breville, Gaggia, and De'Longhi to help you choose the right one for you.

There are all sorts of options out there if you're looking for the best coffee machine, but for many people an espresso maker is the only way to go. Whether you're looking for a fully manual coffee maker requiring maximum barista skills, or a more beginner-friendly bean-to-cup machine that grinds, brews, and steams at the press of a button, I've got the right one for you here.

When I test espresso machines, I check how quickly each one reaches temperature, the quality of the portafilter (or brew group for a bean to cup machine), the ...