Pick your machine class first (espresso, drip batch, or super-automatic), then compare footprint, grinder workflow, and maintenance using the manufacturer specs below. This is a research shortlist — not a scored review or price guide.
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How to use this list
Every row is a coffee machine. Specs are quoted from manufacturer pages or instruction manuals linked below. Coffee Decoded did not lab-test these models. Verify current availability, warranty, and regional voltage before buying.
Espresso machines (semi-automatic and assisted)
These machines brew under pressure with a portafilter. Models with integrated grinders add convenience; traditional machines expect a separate grinder. Compare portafilter size, tank capacity, and whether milk is manual steam wand vs automated.
Drip batch brewers
These machines heat water and shower it over a bed of ground coffee. Glass-carafe models use a hot plate; thermal-carafe models keep coffee warm without a plate. Moccamaster lists SCA/ECBC certification on current US product pages.
Super-automatic category
Super-automatics grind, brew, and often froth milk inside one unit. They trade footprint and maintenance for one-touch drinks. The Philips 4300 LatteGo EP4347/94 is included as a source-verified representative; Philips USA currently marks this SKU as discontinued — treat it as a spec reference and confirm which super-automatic models are sold in your market today.
Ten machines, ten constraints
Breville Bambino (BES450)
EspressoSourced specs 1560 W; 11.9 × 6.1 × 13.5 in (W×D×H); 54 mm portafilter; 47 fl oz (1.4 L) tank
May suit Compact counters; separate grinder already owned
Skip if Need integrated grinder or one-touch drinks
Breville Barista Express (BES870)
EspressoSourced specs Integrated conical burr grinder; 15.9 × 13.1 × 12.4 in; 2 L removable tank; 250 g hopper
May suit All-in-one espresso workflow on one counter
Skip if Want faster heat-up or full automation
Breville Barista Pro (BES878)
EspressoSourced specs 1680 W ThermoJet; 16.1 × 13.8 × 13.1 in; integrated grinder; LCD workflow
May suit Faster heat cycles than classic thermocoil machines
Skip if Prefer minimal electronics or smallest footprint
Breville Barista Touch (BES880)
EspressoSourced specs 1680 W; 15.7 × 12.6 × 12.4 in; touchscreen drink menu; auto milk texturing; integrated grinder
May suit Guided espresso with saved drink profiles
Skip if Prefer full super-automatic or manual-only control
Rancilio Silvia
EspressoSourced specs 235 × 290 × 340 mm; 58 mm commercial group; 2 L tank; ~950–1000 W at 120 V
May suit Traditional single-boiler espresso with upgrade path
Skip if Need integrated grinder or large cup clearance
De'Longhi Dedica Deluxe (EC685M)
EspressoSourced specs 1300 W; 5.9 × 13 × 12 in; 15 bar; 35 oz tank; 53 mm portafilter
May suit Very slim counters (5.9 in wide)
Skip if Want 58 mm commercial portafilter ecosystem
Gaggia Classic E24
EspressoSourced specs 20 × 35.5 × 27 cm; 1350 W at 120 V; lead-free brass group; 58 mm portafilter
May suit Entry traditional espresso with commercial group size
Skip if Need integrated grinder or smallest footprint
Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV
DripSourced specs 1475 W; 14.0 × 12.75 × 6.5 in (H×W×D); 1.25 L / 10 cups; SCA/ECBC certified; glass carafe
May suit Daily full-carafe filter coffee with hot plate
Skip if Want espresso or thermal carafe without plate
Technivorm Moccamaster KBTS
DripSourced specs 1400 W; 13.0 × 11.5 × 6.75 in (H×W×D); 1 L / 8 cups; manual drip-stop; thermal carafe
May suit Smaller batches with hands-on flow control
Skip if Need 10-cup capacity or glass-carafe hot plate
Philips 4300 LatteGo (EP4347/94)
Super-automaticSourced specs 246 × 372 × 433 mm; 1.8 L tank; 275 g bean hopper; 8 beverages; LatteGo milk system
May suit One-touch espresso drinks with minimal barista skill
Skip if Prefer manual espresso craft or smallest maintenance footprint
Full comparison table (10 machines)
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| # | Machine | Class | Sourced specs | May suit | Skip if |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Breville Bambino (BES450) | Espresso | 1560 W; 11.9 × 6.1 × 13.5 in (W×D×H); 54 mm portafilter; 47 fl oz (1.4 L) tank | Compact counters; separate grinder already owned | Need integrated grinder or one-touch drinks |
| 2 | Breville Barista Express (BES870) | Espresso | Integrated conical burr grinder; 15.9 × 13.1 × 12.4 in; 2 L removable tank; 250 g hopper | All-in-one espresso workflow on one counter | Want faster heat-up or full automation |
| 3 | Breville Barista Pro (BES878) | Espresso | 1680 W ThermoJet; 16.1 × 13.8 × 13.1 in; integrated grinder; LCD workflow | Faster heat cycles than classic thermocoil machines | Prefer minimal electronics or smallest footprint |
| 4 | Breville Barista Touch (BES880) | Espresso | 1680 W; 15.7 × 12.6 × 12.4 in; touchscreen drink menu; auto milk texturing; integrated grinder | Guided espresso with saved drink profiles | Prefer full super-automatic or manual-only control |
| 5 | Rancilio Silvia | Espresso | 235 × 290 × 340 mm; 58 mm commercial group; 2 L tank; ~950–1000 W at 120 V | Traditional single-boiler espresso with upgrade path | Need integrated grinder or large cup clearance |
| 6 | De'Longhi Dedica Deluxe (EC685M) | Espresso | 1300 W; 5.9 × 13 × 12 in; 15 bar; 35 oz tank; 53 mm portafilter | Very slim counters (5.9 in wide) | Want 58 mm commercial portafilter ecosystem |
| 7 | Gaggia Classic E24 | Espresso | 20 × 35.5 × 27 cm; 1350 W at 120 V; lead-free brass group; 58 mm portafilter | Entry traditional espresso with commercial group size | Need integrated grinder or smallest footprint |
| 8 | Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV | Drip | 1475 W; 14.0 × 12.75 × 6.5 in (H×W×D); 1.25 L / 10 cups; SCA/ECBC certified; glass carafe | Daily full-carafe filter coffee with hot plate | Want espresso or thermal carafe without plate |
| 9 | Technivorm Moccamaster KBTS | Drip | 1400 W; 13.0 × 11.5 × 6.75 in (H×W×D); 1 L / 8 cups; manual drip-stop; thermal carafe | Smaller batches with hands-on flow control | Need 10-cup capacity or glass-carafe hot plate |
| 10 | Philips 4300 LatteGo (EP4347/94) | Super-automatic | 246 × 372 × 433 mm; 1.8 L tank; 275 g bean hopper; 8 beverages; LatteGo milk system | One-touch espresso drinks with minimal barista skill | Prefer manual espresso craft or smallest maintenance footprint |
Manufacturer sources
Each spec in the table above maps to claims on these manufacturer pages. Coffee Decoded did not independently verify measurements.
- Breville Bambino (BES450)
1560 W; dimensions 11.9 × 6.1 × 13.5 in; 54 mm portafilter; 47 fl oz tank
- Breville Barista Express (BES870)
Integrated grinder; 15.9 × 13.1 × 12.4 in; 2 L tank; 250 g hopper
- Breville Barista Pro (BES878)
1680 W; 16.1 × 13.8 × 13.1 in; ThermoJet; integrated grinder
- Breville Barista Touch (BES880)
1680 W; 15.7 × 12.6 × 12.4 in; touchscreen menu; integrated grinder
- Rancilio Silvia
235 × 290 × 340 mm; 58 mm group; 2 L tank; 950–1000 W at 120 V
- De'Longhi Dedica Deluxe (EC685M)
1300 W; 5.9 × 13 × 12 in; 15 bar; 35 oz tank
- Gaggia Classic E24
20 × 35.5 × 27 cm; 1350 W at 120 V; brass group; 58 mm portafilter
- Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV
1475 W; 1.25 L capacity; SCA/ECBC certified; dimensions per manufacturer
- Technivorm Moccamaster KBTS
1400 W; 1 L capacity; manual drip-stop; thermal carafe
- Philips 4300 LatteGo (EP4347/94)
246 × 372 × 433 mm; 1.8 L tank; 275 g hopper; 8 beverages; LatteGo
Common questions
Why include a discontinued Philips model?
Super-automatics are a distinct class buyers ask about. Philips publishes detailed specifications for the 4300 LatteGo line on its US site even when a SKU is marked unavailable. Use the specs as a reference point and verify which super-automatic models are currently sold before buying.
Where are grinders and pour-over gear?
This page ranks coffee machines only. Grinders, kettles, and scales are supporting equipment — pair any espresso machine here with a grinder matched to your portafilter size and dose.
Does this page provide current prices?
No. Prices and availability change. Check current manufacturer and retailer information before buying.
Limits apply. See sources and methodology.