Best Espresso Accessories for Home Baristas
The espresso accessories that actually improve your shots: scales, tampers, WDT tools, pitchers, knock boxes and cleaning gear.
The espresso accessories that actually improve your shots: scales, tampers, WDT tools, pitchers, knock boxes and cleaning gear.
How to choose an espresso machine: machine types, heating systems, grinders, portafilter sizes, budgets and the best starting picks.
Is a $2,000 espresso machine worth it? What you get at each price tier, when it pays off, and better-value alternatives.
The best espresso machines for latte art, compared by steam wand power, wait times and ease of learning, from beginner to dual boiler.
Nespresso Vertuo vs Original compared: brewing, drink sizes, pod choice, cost per cup and milk options, with a clear verdict.
The best Nespresso machines for coffee, espresso and lattes, Vertuo and Original compared, with a pick for every kitchen and budget.
The best cold brew coffee makers, from the OXO Brew and Toddy to the Hario Mizudashi, plus ratios and steep times for smooth cold brew.
The best milk frothers for lattes and cappuccinos, from the Breville Milk Café and Aeroccino 4 to the NanoFoamer V2 handheld.
The best smart coffee makers with WiFi and app control, including the Fellow Aiden, Café Specialty and Keurig K-Supreme Plus SMART.
The best SCA-certified drip coffee makers, from the Moccamaster KBGV Select to Breville, OXO, Bonavita and Ratio, compared.
The best compact espresso machines for small kitchens, from the Breville Bambino Plus to the 6-inch De'Longhi Dedica, with sizing tips.
The best lever espresso machines, from the Flair 58 and Cafelat Robot to the La Pavoni Europiccola, with pros, caveats and grinder tips.