Coffee & Espresso
16 buying decisions in coffee & espresso, each synthesized from independent testing and real owner reports. We name the pick - and the popular option to skip.
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The Best Manual Coffee Grinders: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four hand coffee grinders on burr type and size, adjustment steps, bearings, capacity and build. Our pick: Timemore Chestnut C3S
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The Best Moka Pots: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four stovetop moka pots on material, induction compatibility, safety valve, cleaning, spare parts, sizing and warranty. Our pick: Bialetti Moka Express
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The Best Portable Espresso Makers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four portable espresso makers on pressure, basket size, heating, coffee compatibility and what each maker publishes. Our pick: Wacaco Picopresso
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The Best Espresso Tampers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four espresso tampers on published tamping pressure, base diameter and coating, self-levelling mechanism, weight and modularity. Our pick: Normcore V5 Spring Loaded Tamper
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The Best Coffee Canisters: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four coffee storage containers on how each one deals with oxygen, published materials and capacities, degassing, light exposure and what the makers actually claim. Our pick: Airscape Classic Coffee Canister
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The Best Coffee Scales: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four brewing scales on published readability, whether accuracy holds across the whole range, water resistance, battery life and what each maker states in writing. Our pick: Acaia Pearl
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The Best Stovetop Kettles: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four stovetop kettles on spout design and pour control, published capacity against practical capacity, heat source compatibility, handle construction and what each maker states in writing. Our pick: Fellow Stagg Pour-Over Kettle
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The Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current cold brew makers on brew quality, filtration, cleanup, durability, and ongoing cost. Our pick: OXO Brew Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker
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The Best French Press Coffee Makers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current French presses on grit control, heat retention, durability, and value to find which is worth buying in 2026. Our pick: Espro P7 French Press
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The Best Milk Frothers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current milk frothers across four types on foam quality, heating, cold foam, speed, and everyday convenience. Our pick: Nespresso Aeroccino 4
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The Best Nespresso Machines: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current Nespresso pod machines across the Original and Vertuo lines on versatility, reliability, pod cost, and footprint. Our pick: Nespresso VertuoPlus Deluxe (by De'Longhi)
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The Best Pour-Over Coffee Makers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current pour-over brewers on cup clarity, consistency, control, filters, and durability to find the best all-rounder. Our pick: Hario V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper 02
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The Best Burr Coffee Grinders (2026): Honest Picks and One to Skip A critical look at four burr coffee grinders for 2026: our all-round pick, a low-mess single-doser, an espresso specialist, and the popular one to skip. Our pick: Baratza Encore ESP
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Best Drip Coffee Makers (2026): Flavor, Value, and One to Skip We compared four current drip coffee makers on brew temperature, carafe design, and real-world durability - plus one popular hybrid that's worth skipping. Our pick: Moccamaster KBGV Select
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The Best Electric Kettles: Honest Picks for Tea, Coffee, and Everyday Boiling We compared four current electric kettles on temperature accuracy, speed, and long-term durability, including one recalled model you should skip entirely. Our pick: Breville IQ Kettle (BKE820)
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Best Beginner Espresso Machines: 3 Worth Buying (and 1 Popular One to Skip) We compared the $300-800 beginner espresso machines experts actually recommend - plus a popular super-automatic that won't teach you a thing. Our pick: Bambino Plus