Coffee machine tests, tips and guides for Australians

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Coffee machines

Find the best coffee maker, grinder or roaster to suit your household needs.

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Home espresso coffee machine reviews We test manual, semi-automatic and pod coffee machines in the CHOICE labs, including models from Sunbeam, Breville, Kmart, DeLonghi, Nespresso and more.

Best automatic espresso machines We review automatic espresso machines in the CHOICE labs, including models from DeLonghi, Jura and Miele, to find out which ones make the best coffee.

Coffee grinder reviews We review coffee grinders in the CHOICE labs so you can get the best grind for your beans.

Coffee roaster reviews We review coffee roasters in the CHOICE labs to help you choose the best.

Buying guides

What to know before buying a coffee machine Automatic or manual? Pods or capsules? Our expert guide will help you choose.

How to buy the best coffee pod machine We look at leading brands, plus the pros and cons of getting your caffeine from a capsule.

How to buy the best coffee grinder Grinding your own beans can take your coffee obsession to a whole new level.

How to buy the best coffee roaster for your kitchen Are you ready to be the world's greatest barista? Here's what you need to know about roasting your own coffee beans.

How to buy the best filter, drip brew or vacuum coffee maker Which non-espresso alternative is right for you?

Articles

Best coffee machines under $600 Get the best coffee machine for your coin with these high achievers.

Should you buy a Jura coffee machine? We look at the pros and cons of these pricey automatic coffee machines to help you decide if a Jura is right for you.

Breville vs DeLonghi: Which coffee machine should you buy? Researching coffee machines? These two brands have likely caught your eye – let's look at how they compare.

Aldi is selling $150 espresso machines this weekend – should you buy one? Cheap DeLonghi coffee machines are on offer but CHOICE experts say there are better buys out there for coffee lovers.

Coffee machines to avoid buying These coffee machines will leave a bitter taste in your mouth. We spill the beans on the worst performers in our tests.

The one thing you should never do with your coffee machine This no-no will clog up your machine and leave you with bad-tasting coffee.

Homemade cold brew coffee vs your barista Some coffee machines now have cold brew settings, but should you buy one, and is DIY cold coffee any good?

Should you buy a Kmart coffee machine? The budget retailer even has a low-cost Sunbeam lookalike. We put Kmart models to the test to see how they measure up.

Pod vs manual machines: Which score better on taste? We explain the pros and cons of each and reveal the pod machines that deliver the best tasting coffee.

5 things we learned in our latest coffee machine tests CHOICE's coffee machine experts reveal some surprising facts that could help you elevate your home brew.

How to make better-tasting coffee at home Struggling to make a decent cup of coffee? We help tweak your coffee machine and fine tune your routine for better results.

Which coffee machine is right for you? We help you find your perfect match so you can caffeinate happily ever after.

Is it worth buying an espresso machine? We weigh up the cost and convenience of a home espresso machine, plus find out how the coffee compares with a barista's.

Are you looking after your coffee machine properly? Follow our expert's seven steps to make sure your coffee machine is receiving the care it needs to last the distance.

11 common coffee machine mistakes Are you making these common coffee machine missteps?

Coffee gadgets to try for barista-style results Lift your daily grind with these coffee gadgets and makers for the home barista.

Splurge vs save: the cheaper coffee machines that rival expensive ones Bigger price tags don't always equal better-tasting coffee, our tests reveal.

Should I upgrade from a pod to a manual espresso coffee machine? Make the switch from pod connoisseur to espresso expert with this handy guide.

Should you buy the Aeropress coffee maker? Aldi is selling this cult handheld coffee maker for $34.99 in the lead-up to Father's Day - we put it to a quick test.

Australia's most reliable coffee machine brands The coffee brands that best hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.

How to clean your coffee machine A clean machine not only looks better, it'll give you better tasting coffee.

How to make the perfect cup of coffee From the right machines to the perfect beans, we tell you how to make the best cup of coffee at home.

5 things our coffee machine expert would never do CHOICE tester and resident coffee nerd on why he never skips cleaning and the importance of the grind.

What are the best coffee pod machines? Need help choosing the best coffee pod machine? Find out which models CHOICE experts rate as the best.

KitchenAid Cold Brew review A cold brew coffee maker with a slick glass and silver trim – is it worth $200?

Handpresso review We put this portable espresso maker to the test.

The Little Guy home espresso maker review This stovetop espresso maker has won design awards, but we want to know how well it makes coffee.

How we test coffee machines Pods, automatic, manual and filter coffee machines – we test them all, and here's how we do it.

How we test coffee grinders How we put coffee grinders to the test to help you buy the best.

How we test coffee roasters Find out how we test coffee roasters, so you can buy the best.

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