Buying guides that get to the point

Independent, spec-based comparisons for UK homes, starting with home espresso machines.

Coffee machine guides

Choosing a home espresso machine is mostly about four things: whether you want a built-in grinder, how you like your milk, how much hands-on skill you want to learn, and how much counter space you have. Our guides answer those questions directly.

Which Sage espresso machine should you buy?Bambino Plus, Barista Express, Barista Pro and Express Impress compared on price, grinder, milk and tamping.Sage Barista Express vs Barista Express ImpressSame core hardware, but the Impress adds assisted tamping, smart dosing and 25 grind settings. Is it worth the extra?Sage Barista Express vs Barista Pro3-second ThermoJet heating and 30 grind settings versus the classic Thermocoil Express.Sage Bambino Plus vs Barista ExpressAutomatic milk and a compact footprint, or a built-in grinder? How to choose.Bean-to-cup vs espresso machine: what's the difference?What UK retailers mean by 'bean to cup', and which type suits how you drink coffee.

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