6 Best Coffee Machines for 2018

These days we’re all a bit more fussy about what we put in our coffee mugs, with many of us wanting to recreate that perfect barista coffee flavour at home. If you’re looking to take a step up from instant, here’s our guide to the different types of coffee machine on the market – and our pick of the best.

Filter coffee machines are convenient and easy to use. They take pre-ground beans (the packets of fresh coffee you can get from the supermarket) and drip water through them, so the coffee collects in a heated jug below the filter. They’re cost-effective, but due to the unpredictable strength of the coffee they produce, they’re more suited to people who use coffee as a pick-me-up rather than real flavour connoisseurs.

Our pick:.

Melitta Aroma Elegance Therm Deluxe

£119 (Amazon)

This design looks like the future of filter coffee machines. The digital timer enables you to start your coffee brewing at the perfect time for you, while the thermal jug keeps your coffee hot without ruining the taste by applying constant heat. It’s easy to fill and easy to use – and while it’s a bit pricey, it really does make an excellent cup of coffee.

KitchenAid Personal Coffee Maker

£56.96 (eBay)

Ideal for one person, this great little filter coffee machine comes with an insulated mug which keeps your coffee warm without the need to add more heat – so it’s perfect to take with you on your way to work. The coffee comes out at a drinkable temperature too, even if you like it black, so there’s no danger of scalding yourself during your commute!

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