Our Top Coffee Makers Of 2026: Every Model That's Wowed Us In Our Tests
Our coffee machine testers have been well and truly spoiled this year. We've reviewed 11 different models so far, and there hasn't been a dud among them. Below, I've rounded up all the coffee makers we've put through their paces, and if you hit the View Details button, you can see a summary of exactly what we thought of each one, plus a link to read the full, in-depth review. If you're thinking of investing in a new machine (perhaps in the upcoming Black Friday sales?) this would be a great place to start your research.
There were three standouts, all scoring a perfect five stars. There's a KitchenAid Semi Automatic Espresso Machine that combines serious brewing skills with a stunning design (let's not pretend that looks aren't important here). For those hunting for their first bean-to-cup machine, the Philips Baristina is well worth a look — our resident coffee queen Cat Ellis insists it "makes brewing with whole beans as simple as using coffee pods".
If your taste levels exceed your coffee-making know-how, the Philips Café Aromis espresso machine could be your new best friend: it has a chatbot-style assistant that listens to your exact preferences (however finicky) and adjusts the necessary settings to deliver the perfect brew for you.
Scroll down for a full roundup of the coffee machines we've tested so far in 2026 — plus exactly what we thought of them. Note: you'll only be able to see product cards for the coffee machines available in your region.
Caffeine kings
Pros
- Gorgeous design
- All components feel solidly made
- Consistent brewing results
- Prepares hot and cold drinks
- Detailed customization options
- Excellent mobile app experience
Cons
- Ground coffee hatch has a tendency to steam up
- Needs to cool down completely before preparing cold drinks
Pros
- Controls are easy to master
- Grinder is quiet in use
- Flat-bottom porta filter is a stroke of design genius
- Excellent espresso shots and frothed milk
- Very good looking
Cons
- Expensive for its feature set
Pros
- Simple to use, even for beginners
- Much easier to clean than most bean-to-cup coffee makers
- Smart, sleek design
- Very reasonably priced
Cons
- Grind size can't be adjusted
- No steam wand (although there's an optional standalone milk frother)
Pros
- Makes coffee and espresso beverages to your specifications
- Very easy to use
- Grind iQ takes the guesswork out of your settings
- Create up to two user profiles
- Two separate bean hoppers
- Chute for pre-ground coffee
Cons
- Fairly expensive
- Big and heavy
- Coffee isn't super hot
- You have to do regular maintenance
Pros
- Stunning, pro-looking design
- High-end, sturdy accessories
- Smart features augment but don’t replace manual coffee making
- Extracts delicious, consistent coffee
Cons
- Undeniably expensive for a manual machine
- CoffeeSense only useful for Meraki beans
Pros
- Compact, at just four inches wide
- Effortless to use and clean
- Wide range of K-Cup pods available
- Rich, flavorsome brews
Cons
- Some dripping and splashback
- Water tank needs refilling after each brew
Pros
- Quick, flavorful coffees
- Various cup sizes available
- Pressure mode offers creamier, richer brews
- Easy to use and clean
- Wide range of K-Cups available
Cons
- Coffee splashes
- Less crema on light and medium roasts
Pros
- Very simple to control
- Exceptionally quiet
- Compostable capsules
- Capsules widely available
Cons
- Gloss finish attracts fingerprints
- Pods are compostable, but have to be taken to a collection point
Pros
- Simple to use
- Easy to produce consistent results
- Can brew small batches
- Sharp, attractive design
Cons
- Water tank is slightly odd-looking
- Decent flavor but not exceptional
- Not the cheapest for what it is
Pros
- Produces consistently delicious espresso
- Remarkably quiet at just 50dB
- Capsules offer a great choice of coffees at a very reasonable price
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Milk system works better with dairy than plant-based milk
- You can only make one milk-based drink at a time
Pros
- Brews consistently well-extracted espresso
- Smart-looking, compact design
- Clear interface
- Thick, silky foamed milk
- Easy to clean and maintain
Cons
- 'Iced' coffee is brewed at a lower temperature, but is still hot
- User profiles only support four custom drinks each
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