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I tested the divisive De'Longhi Linea Classic — it faceplanted at the first hurdle, so I recommend these 3 espresso machines instead

By Erin Bashford Published

I tested the divisive De'Longhi Linea Classic, and it's got one major flaw. As a result, I'd recommend these three alternative espresso machines instead.

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a closeup photo of a coffee being made on the nespresso pixie
Dear Nespresso machines, this is an apology — from a coffee snob and ex-barista

By Erin Bashford Published

I hated Nespresso and Keurig machines... until I went on vacation and the Airbnb had one. Nespresso, this is an apology: you're better than I thought.

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the De'Longhi Linea Classic espresso machine photographed against a blue tom's guide background, showing its silver finish, steam dial, steam wand, portafilter, and accessories
De’Longhi Linea Classic review: One-trick pony, but could be perfect for your barn

By Erin Bashford Published

The De’Longhi Linea Classic is a premium-looking, budget-friendly espresso machine, but its odd steam wand isn’t capable of making microfoam.

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IKEA french press coffee maker
I put IKEA's $9 French press to the test for a week — and I was able to make some really great coffee

By Millie Fender Published

My go-to coffee maker is over $1,000 — how does IKEA's $9 french press compare?

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The Cuisinart Espresso Bar Slim espresso machine on a stone surface with a blue background
Cuisinart Espresso Bar Slim Espresso Machine review: Here’s what you should buy instead

By Erin Bashford Published

The Cuisinart Espresso Bar Slim Espresso Machine is a semi-budget machine for beginners, but you can get a much better performance for less elsewhere.

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the ratio four coffee maker photographed against a blue tom's guide background
‘Goes where few coffee machines have gone before’: Ratio Four review

By Erin Bashford Published

Editor's Choice

The Ratio Four is a sleek, premium coffee maker that brews pour-over-quality coffee with none of the effort. I can’t get enough of it.

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the breville oracle dual boiler / sage oracle dual boiler in stainless steel, showing its touchscreen, steam wand, built in grinder, and espresso shots
I got this $50 coffee accessory — and it's completely transformed my espresso

By Erin Bashford Published

I'm an ex-barista, and now I spend hours every week testing espresso machines. This accessory is the barista's secret recipe for perfect espresso every time.

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The Eureka Mignon Specialita coffee grinder dispensing ground coffee
How to grind your coffee correctly — 3 easy tips from an ex-barista

By Erin Bashford Published

I'm an ex-barista, and here are 3 easy ways to tell if you're using the correct grind size for your coffee.

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an image of the breville bambino / sage bambino and the breville bambino plus / sage bambino plus on a blue background
Breville Bambino vs Breville Bambino Plus: Which budget espresso machine should you buy?

By Erin Bashford Published

Is the Breville Bambino Plus worth an extra $200, or is the Breville Bambino a better option? I evaluated espresso, milk steaming, and more to find out.

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the breville bambino plus on the left with a portafilter and milk jug, on the right the de'longhi rivelia in green showing automatic coffee making
Should you get a bean-to-cup or compact espresso machine? I'm an ex-barista, and here's my verdict

By Erin Bashford Published

Should you get a bean-to-cup or a small manual espresso machine? Don't buy one until you read this.

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