Best Coffee Machines 

Is It Worth Getting A Coffee Maker

If you love a latte and aren’t that fond of instant coffee, then yes, you’re going to benefit from a coffee machine at home. It’s convenient, will save you cash in the long run, and can turn your morning routine into a ritual with a barista style beverage.

You might be feeling a little overwhelmed by the new lingo, so it’s helpful to do some research. We’ve put together this handy coffee machine buying guide to kick things off and bring you up to speed with the basics, and you’ll likely realise there’s more to the humble ‘cup of Joe’ than just beans and hot water.

Which Is The Best Coffee Maker Machine For Home?

The type of coffee machine you’ll love and get the most use out of will largely depend on a couple of things. First, what kind of coffee do you and your family like to drink? There’s a big difference between the person who wants to know the origin of the coffee beans and someone who’s half asleep and just needs their morning caffeine hit.

The other thing to consider is how much time you’d like to spend making coffees. If you’re short of time in the mornings and just need to throw an espresso back, you’ll want to factor that into which machine you choose and whether or not you need all the bells and whistles.

In addition, the size and weight of your coffee machine is also important because the larger the machine, the less portable it will be. So if you’re after something you can store, then a smaller and lighter machine might be the better option.

The Different Types Of Coffee Machines

There are three main types of coffee machines available for you to take home: coffee pod machines, automatic machines and manual machines. They differ in a few key ways from the types of coffee drinks they make, their internal mechanics and how much work it is to produce a fresh, hot drink. So let’s take a look at all three and a few examples of the coffee machines we think will level up your caffeine game at home. 

Manual Coffee Machines

For the coffee lover who may even roast their own beans, nothing beats a manual coffee machine. By far the most flexible option, manual machines allow you to experiment with time and temperature, giving you the freedom to be the in-house barista at home.

Available in Stainless Steel, Black Truffle, and the limited addition Sea Salt – Breville’s The Barista Express™ Impress will bring Third Wave coffee to your fingertips. A brilliant choice for any coffee enthusiast, the Breville Barista Express™ Impress transforms beans to espresso in under a minute so you can enjoy great coffee fast.

Featuring the innovative Impress™ Puck System consists of three main elements which are Intelligent Dosing, Assisted Tamping and Precision Measurement, will help you to get that precision dosing and perfect tamping for rich, unbeatable flavours without the guesswork. That’s less mess, less fuss and more great coffee! 

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Coffee Pod Machines

Coffee pod machines (aka capsule machines) are possibly the fastest and cleanest ways to make a decent cup of cafe quality coffee at home. The Nespresso Vertuo Next Bundle White is the perfect entry level coffee machine for busy households who appreciate coffee but don’t necessarily have peculiar tastes. Complete with a milk frother, this machine will make all your favourite drinks (like lattes and espresso) and uses Nespresso's Patented Centrifusion coffee brewing technology to deliver a consistent cup every time.

The perfect match for your Lavazza coffee machine? Lavazza’s eco-friendly coffee capsules of course. Always ready to help kick start your day, the excellence of Lavazza now comes in new carbon neutral capsules. Every espresso will now taste twice as good – both for you and the planet. Featuring a wide range of unique blends, Lavazza’s CO₂-neutral capsules includes the offsetting of emissions produced throughout its life cycle – all while providing you high quality Italian espresso to enjoy at home.

Automatic Coffee Machines

For when you’re on the run, automatic coffee machines will save you time (and effort) because of their inherent simplicity. Just pour the beans into the top and the machine handles the rest! Unlike a pod machine, you’ll need whole coffee beans for this one as the built-in grinder ensures your coffee is as fresh as they come.

The new De'Longhi PrimaDonna Soul makes enjoying professional quality coffee easier than ever. The intuitive touch screen features pre-set coffees from short black to cappuccino and pots of coffee or create your own personalised setting for coffee just the way you like it. 

Which Home Coffee Machine Is Best?

Now you know the different types of machines and have a few options to choose from, you might be scratching your head and wondering which one is right for you. Picking a coffee machine is both a practical and emotional decision. You’ll want to make sure the machine you buy can make the kind of coffee drinks you love, but also fit neatly into your kitchen's style and space.

Why A Home Coffee Machine is Worth It

Given the recent lockdowns and global pandemic, having easy access to coffee at home is one of the biggest perks of investing in a coffee machine. The other is money. Considering the average coffee will set you back around $4, if you’re having one a day, that’s close to $1500 each year. You could use that money to get yourself a top of the line machine for home and have an on-demand supply of caffeine, any time of the day.

The Essential Add-On For Your Kitchen

Imagine waking up on Sunday morning to the smell of fresh coffee wafting through your kitchen and all through your house. Adding a coffee machine to your home can bring a touch of comfort and give you and your family another reason to gather together and enjoy more of each other’s company.

So if you’re ready to level up your coffee game, drop into your local Good Guys store for some of the best deals and range Australia-wide. Visit us in-store or online, and let our friendly experts help you tune in to more epic home entertainment today. We also offer Click & Collect and contactless delivery because coffee is important and we want you to enjoy your next cup of java in style at home!