Best Espresso Machine

The Capresso 3000 measures out the correct amount of coffee, grinds it according to specifications, tamps it into the filter, brews the espresso, adds water, (for an Americano-style coffee), and then discards the used grounds into an easily removable tray. If you'd like an additional shot, it's ready to go. The milk steamer never runs out of steam, since it's run on a separate system, and the removable water tank holds 96 ounces of water. To ensure that the Capresso 3000 always makes great-tasting coffee, it also comes with a water filter attachment, two sample water filters, six cleaning tablets, and water hardness test sticks. Oh, and one more thing--the espresso is superb, with a rich, heady cream that made me think I'd died and gone to Italy. The king of automatic espresso machines, the Capresso C3000 is perfect for commercial use, or for the person who loves espresso at home.  Can run continuously all day.  An incredible gift idea, made in Switzerland!  Regularly $2395, now on sale for $1999.00. CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK!

Top-of-the-line, professional machine designed for home or office use.  Offering both speed and simplicity, the Royal Professional can brew espresso and froth milk simultaneously thanks to its double-boilered system.  The Royal incorporates many features of much larger superautomatic commercial espresso machines, and its compact footprint makes it ideal for low-volume use. Grinds beans, tamps, and brews excellent espresso, plus provides steam for frothing milk.  Digital display, adjustable temperature settings, and more.  $1495.95

Made in Italy, this 1,250-watt machine eliminates the fuss of creating espresso and espresso drinks at home by automating the entire process. It grinds coffee beans without burning them, tamps the ground coffee, brews, and then dumps spent grounds into a container--all in about 30 seconds. For creating a cappuccino or latte, there's a hot water/steam wand with a milk-frothing attachment, and there's only a 10-second delay from brewing to steaming. This model also permits precise adjustments for variables such as water hardness, water temperature, the pre-brewing process (moistening coffee grounds), the amount of coffee ground per dose, and the type of coffee (American style, medium strength, or espresso). The LCD screen warns when the water system requires descaling, which can then be performed automatically, as can the rinsing of the coffee-dispensing system.  For cleanup, parts remove easily. The machine comes with an exceptionally thorough and clear instruction booklet and video. List price $849.99, now just $699.95.

The Krups "Orchestro" is more than an automatic coffee maker - it also makes delicious espresso, cappuccino and latte with the touch of a button.  System has a built-in burr grinder, and also makes hot water for tea or other hot beverages.  Actual operation is almost goof-proof. The machine signals when it's low on water, the grounds need to be emptied, or the cleaning program needs to be run. It even rinses itself out when you hit the Off button. If you want to interrupt the cycle for any reason, you simply press any of the selection buttons and the brewing stops. At cup 5,000, the lights blink to remind you it's time for servicing.  List price $1000, now just $799.95.

Using pre-measured Nespresso coffee capsules, you can make the freshest possible coffee. The easy-to-use steam and water nozzle lets you prepare cappuccino, caffe latte and other specialty coffee drinks in seconds. Includes two demitasse cups and saucers and 20 coffee capsules in two coffee varieties. $399.00.

Don't be deterred by the "coffee capsule" concept.  We bought one of these and the espresso is absolutely superb -- very fresh, thick crema, and clean up is a breeze!  We especially love the two different decaf varieties of pods.

Designed by Italian architect and designer Lucca Trazzi, this angular machine resembles a brilliant modern building. The enamel-coated steel machine makes great espresso with outstanding crema, using either ground coffee beans or ESE (Easy Serving Espresso) pods. The professional steam mechanism provides ample power for light, frothy milk.  Includes one packages of espresso pods.  $449.00.

Looking for a simple home espresso system?  Don't need another automatic coffee pot? This espresso machine from Krups makes great espresso using ground beans or pre-packaged pods from Starbucks or Illy.  Also froths and steams milk. The machine comes with a clear instructional manual that has lots of pictures and some basic but delicious recipes to get you started.  Regularly $199.95, now just $169.95.  CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK!

An economical way to brew both coffee and espresso!  On the coffee side it has a 24-hour programmable clock/timer that lets you set the current time and program the timer for "wake-up" coffee. With a 10-cup serving capacity the coffeemaker automatically shuts off after two hours for added safety. And for the impatient coffee lover, there's "stop 'n' serve," which allows you to remove the carafe at any time during the brewing cycle for up to 20 seconds, serve, then replace on warming plate for continued brewing.  The espresso/cappuccino side has an advanced system that ensures quick heat-up time and a rotary steam knob that enables you to steam milk or dispense hot water for tea. The "perfect froth" attachment produces great looking, tasty froth. The 37-ounce removable water reservoir produces continuous cups of espresso, so it can please a crowd.   $299.95

This shapely espresso machine looks more like sculpture than kitchen equipment. It’s more than a pretty face – the enamel-coated steel machine makes magnificent espresso.  Includes ground coffee holder, coffee pod holder and one package of Illy® coffee pods.  Comes in 10 designer colors to match any decor (see the Tangerine model on "Will and Grace")!  $599.95

Perfect espresso every time using Nespresso's unique coffee pod system.  Includes a set of two cups and saucers as well as an assortment of 20 coffee capsules in two coffee varieties.  In black and designer yellow, just $349.00.  See above for our glowing report on "coffee pods" -- a great idea with great taste!

One system grinds the beans then makes a fabulous, fresh pot of coffee.   A great invention that eliminates fussing with a grinder. $99.95.

Stylish design with digital display allows you to brew from 1 to 12 cups of coffee and to maintain coffee at three different temperatures.  Reusable filter saves time and money! $99.95.