What's the best type of coffee maker for me? ☕

There's nothing better than a great cup of coffee to start your day!

Buying your favorite coffee house drink can get expensive.  Purchasing a coffee machine is an economical alternative.

Drip Coffee Maker/Coffee Brewer

• Produce a single cup or several cups of coffee at once

Single-Serve Coffee Maker/One Cup Coffee Maker

• Brew a single cup of coffee using prefilled capsules

• Examples: Keurig, Nespresso, etc.

Low Tech/Manual

• Use boiled water and no electricity

• Examples: french press, moka pot, and cold drip

Espresso Makers

• Make specialty drinks such as espresso, cappuccino, and lattes

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Understanding your coffee routine and preferences will help you to pick the right option.

• Quantity: The amount of coffee you drink and the number of coffee drinkers at home can help steer your choice.

• Coffee Preferences: Fancy drinks may call for a fancier machine.

• Counter Space: If your machine isn't easily accessible, you'll likely banish it to the small appliance graveyard.

• Features and Convenience: Consider your daily routine, the types of coffee drinks you enjoy, and the time you want to spend making coffee.

You can spend anywhere from $10 to $1000+ on a home machine. Know your budget and keep it top of mind to narrow your search.

• Consider both upfront and long-term costs (filters, coffee, capsules, etc.)

• Be careful when compromising to be happy with your machine long-term!

Decide on your needs and priorities for your coffee machine, and do some research to help you to compare options and pick a machine that's best for you.