Discover your perfect coffee maker with our tried-and-tested recommendations, from top-rated brands like Sage and Nespresso to capsule and manual espresso machines

• How to choose the right type of coffee machine for you

When it comes to something as earth-shatteringly important as coffee, everyone has an opinion. Some crave a single perfect shot of espresso, while others seek the milkiest latte; some love Starbucks and others, well, don’t. This is why the idea of there being a single best coffee machine is fanciful – everyone’s idea of the perfect coffee couldn’t be more different.

As a selfless service to coffee drinkers everywhere, I’ve spent months researching and trialling coffee machines to produce a shortlist of tried-and-tested recommendations. The list spans all the main types of coffee maker: manual espresso, filter, bean-to-cup and capsule (not sure what all of this means? Read our dedicated guide to the different types of coffee machine.

Best manual machine for beginners:
Sage Bambino Plus
_{£349 at Argos}

Best low-effort coffee at an affordable price:
De’Longhi Magnifica Evo One Touch
_{£419.99 at Lakeland}

Best for simple filter coffee:
Moccamaster KBG Select
_{£212.99 at Amazon}

Best for capsules:
L’or Barista Sublime
_{£87.89 at Amazon}

Best low-effort premium coffee:
Jura C8
_{£795 at Appliance City}

Best capsule machine for long coffees:
Nespresso Vertuo Plus
_{£99 at Amazon}