‘Coffee machine’ is the umbrella term for everything from pods and filter brewers to bean-to-cup and espresso machines. Espresso machines are specifically built to make concentrated espresso under pressure, ready for straight shots, flat whites, lattes and cappuccinos.
Coffee machines: household hero, morning morale manager, all-round MVP. Whether you want quick and cheerful pod brews or a full caffeine command centre, there’s a coffee machine for every flat white, long black and mocha moment. Since 1977, Peter’s of Kensington has kept Australians caffeinated with the biggest names in brew like Breville, De’Longhi, Nespresso, Smeg and more.
Why invest in a quality coffee machine?
Coffee machines put cafe-style coffee on tap at home, with options for every level of devotion. Espresso comes out richer, milk gets silkier, and every cup is yours to tweak, perfect and repeat. Over time, fewer takeaway coffees can mean serious savings too. Espresso machines turn the daily caffeine run into a pyjama-clad morning ritual.
Your guide to choosing the right coffee machine
Start with how you like to make coffee. Choose a manual espresso machine if you want barista-style control over grind, dose and milk. Go automatic bean-to-cup if you want fresh beans with less work. Pod machines suit speed-first mornings, while filter machines are the pick for large batches and long, easy drinking.
Next is size. Compact models suit smaller benches and daily use; full-size machines make sense for keen coffee drinkers who want bigger tanks, bean hoppers and more features. A built-in grinder keeps things streamlined; a separate grinder gives you more control. If flat whites or classic cappuccinos are your usual order, go for coffee machines with strong milk-frothing functions.
Complete your kitchen appliance set up
Build your coffee corner with caffeine firepower and benchtop style, choosing from black coffee machines and small coffee machines, then add the rest of the menu. Recruit a sandwich press for golden toasties and a food processor for the chop, blitz and blend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a coffee machine and an espresso machine?
Which coffee machine is best for home?
It depends on how hands-on you want to be. Choose manual coffee machines for control, automatic bean-to-cup for convenience with fresh beans, pod for speed, or filter for larger batches.
Are espresso machines hard to use?
No, manual espresso machines aren’t hard to use once you get comfortable with the grind, dose, and milk ratios. For an easier ride, automatic and pod machines handle much more of the process for you.