Best All-in-One Espresso Machine
Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine
$500–$600The Barista Express combines a built-in conical burr grinder with a full espresso machine in one unit — the most popular all-in-one setup for home baristas who want fresh-ground espresso without buying two separate machines.
what experts say
- >“Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on 2,930+ customer reviews.”— Slickdeals community
- >“Frontpage Deal price, consistently one of the most-voted espresso machine deals on the platform with 55+ upvotes on multiple postings.”— Slickdeals deal history
- >“Delivers optimal flavor in every cup creating third wave specialty coffee at home using the 4 keys formula, ensuring the right dose of beans, optimal water pressure, precise temperature control and microfoam milk for latte art.”— Breville product listing
pros & cons
[+] what's great
- +Built-in conical burr grinder eliminates need for a separate grinder
- +Digital PID temperature control adjustable in 2°F increments
- +Low pressure pre-infusion for even, balanced extraction
- +1650W steam element for microfoam milk and latte art
- +Pressure gauge guides you to correct extraction in real time
[-] what's not
- -Large countertop footprint combining grinder and machine
- -Steep learning curve for dialing in grind and dose simultaneously
- -Grinder quality not as precise as a dedicated standalone espresso grinder
- -Higher price point at ~$550
