The best espresso machines of 2023

Addicted to that morning latte from your favorite coffee shop? Well, you can make a shot of espresso at home whenever the urge strikes. There is, however, one device you'll need: an espresso machine. They can be a little intimidating at first, but with a little trial and error (and some counter space), you can be your very own barista. Here, we offer our survey of semiautomatic, super automatic and automatic espresso machines for both beginners and experts alike so you can find the machine that's right for you. These are the best espresso machines of 2023!

Breville

Barista Express Espresso Machine

For those who want an all-in-one machine, the Breville Barista Express is for you. It has a water tank and a built-in grinder! You can grind coffee directly into the portafilter for maximum freshness and in perfectly measured doses.

$560 at Amazon

This machine is so good, even the pros love it! "After working as a barista for four years, the thought of leaving the cafe to go to grad school was upsetting. As an early birthday gift slash cafe departing gift, my mom purchased this machine for me. It does everything I need it to in order to prepare any coffee shop drink! Perfect single or double espresso (even coming with dual wall filters to give decent espresso from preground coffee), steam wand with acceptable pressure and good heat for texturing milk (latte art is a must for me and this machine allows me to achieve it 7/10 times).... I really love this machine."

De'Longhi

Stilosa Manual Espresso Machine

The De'Longhi Stilosa is a manual espresso machine that won't hog space in your kitchen, and it's affordable as well. It has a water tank, drip tray, manual milk frother and the stainless steel boiler is robust and durable.

$85 at Amazon

Another barista weighs in: "It's a fantastic little machine that produces great tasting espresso, awesome steamed milk, and saves you a ton of money and time. Get it! Super easy to use! Not like the industrial ones I used to use when I worked at Starbucks but still super easy and makes great tasting espresso."

Gaggia

Classic Pro Espresso Machine

The Gaggia is for espresso enthusiasts who want to take their love for coffee to the next level. You can tinker with it to your heart's content to get the coffee just how you like it. This is a pro-level machine for the home.

$425 at Amazon

"If you are serious but not obsessed with your espresso, this is absolutely the machine for you!" said one five-star review. "Over the years I’ve spent more than this machine’s cost, all while looking for that perfect 'prosumer' espresso machine. Do I wish I would had just bitten the bullet all along? U betcha! The Gaggia classic lives up to its hype and more! I have to warn you tho... once you dial it in and learn how to brew a more than decent espresso shot, visiting Starbucks will become a thing of the past!"

Rancilio

Silvia Espresso Machine

Want to take your espresso to the next level? Then consider the Rancilio Silvia, a machine designed for those who think of espresso as a hobby and a passion. It's commercial-grade, but it's compact enough for a home kitchen.

$865 at Amazon

One former barista vouches for it: "This machine is fantastic and easy to use. Quality of coffee is top-notch with a little practice — you could do worse with a cheaper machine, or you could pay more for something more automatic, but you won't get better espresso.... When I'm super lazy, I make a generous double shot (Americano-esque) and pour it into microwaved milk, and it's a killer cafe au lait in ~3 minutes — including the time to warm up the machine.... this machine works beautifully."

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.