Automatic Coffee Machines

Automatic Coffee Machines

A fully automatic coffee machine grinds whole beans, tamps, brews and often froths milk in one sequence, so making a cappuccino or latte takes a single button press. Integrated bean hoppers and water tanks ranging from around 1.8 to 2.2 litres mean fewer refills between cups, and most models let you save personalised drink profiles for different members of the household. Look for one-touch milk frothing if lattes and cappuccinos are a daily habit, adjustable grind fineness if you like to fine-tune strength, and a self-cleaning or descale-alert cycle to keep the machine running well with minimal upkeep. Compact models suit a single-person kitchen, while larger-capacity machines with bigger water tanks and bean hoppers are better suited to a busy household or a small office that gets through several cups a day.

De'Longhi's Magnifica Start, Plus and Evo sit alongside the flagship PrimaDonna Soul and Eletta Explore, all fully automatic with integrated grinders. Siemens's EQ300, EQ500, EQ.700 and EQ6 machines bring smart app connectivity and a wider automatic drink menu, while Ninja's AutoBarista and AutoBarista Pro add pressure-profiled automatic espresso in a more compact footprint. See the wider range in Coffee Makers & Accessories and Bean to Cup Coffee Machines.