Turns a frozen base into ice cream, gelato, sorbet or a milkshake. Popular for making high-protein and low-sugar frozen treats at home.
Price tier: Around $150-$350. Prices change often; see the Amazon listing for the current price, configurations and customer reviews.
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An espresso machine with a built-in conical burr grinder and a steam wand for milk drinks. It is a popular first serious espresso machine because it goes from whole beans to a latte on one machine.
Around $350-$650
Check price on AmazonA step up from the Barista Express with a built-in grinder, a digital display and a faster heat-up system, so there is less waiting between pulling a shot and steaming milk.
Premium, $650+
Check price on AmazonA compact espresso machine with an automatic milk-frothing wand. It has no built-in grinder, so pair it with a grinder or pre-ground coffee; good for small kitchens.
Around $350-$650
Check price on AmazonA fully automatic bean-to-cup machine: it grinds, tamps and brews at the press of a button, with a manual steam wand for milk. A good fit if you want espresso without learning barista skills.
Around $350-$650
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