The best coffee machines and coffee makers

One of the greatest daily companions of many Brazilians is the café, but not everyone has enough time to brew a good coffee through a percolator and end up choosing to use a coffee machine to consume the drink. But after all, what would be the ideal among the best coffee machines for your everyday life? Today we're going to talk a little about the current models of coffee machines, what they offer and where to buy them. Grab your cup of coffee and join us!

One of the greatest companions in the daily life of many Brazilians is the café. Whether it's a good coffee brewed at home, or an espresso made by a barista, the drink gives a boost to daily activities, and can also be a great opportunity to socialize — who remembers the conversation at the company's cafe, right?

The most common coffee in homes is strained — usually in a cloth or paper filter — but capsule coffee machines are invading homes, bringing a wide variety of types of coffee and other hot (and even cold) drinks. But which coffee machine is ideal? O showmetech unravels the types and models for you to make your choice.

the espresso coffee

The strained coffee, which is made manually, usually involves boiling water, a filter and the coffee powder itself, in which the water passes through the coffee powder by gravity. already the espresso coffee (the spelling originates in Italy, where the method came from) has a different process, in which hot water passes under pressure through a compacted amount of coffee, resulting in a full-bodied drink with an intense flavor.

It's easy to confuse"express" with "All espresso brewing methods” because the machine really delivers the coffee quickly, that is, “express“. But the most used terminology refers to the process of “squeezing”, and so that we don't say “squeezed coffee”, we end up reproducing the originally Italian way of identifying it.

Other hot and cold drinks

With the creation of coffee machines in capsules (or single-dose), models were created that are multipurpose, offering many beverage options in addition to the dear morning companion. You can find models that also deliver hot or iced teas, chocolate drinks, cappuccinos, traditional coffee, latte and many other options.

You can opt for a machine that offers you a variety of coffees or even a machine that can deliver coffees and other drinks — hot or cold. These machines can also be identified as models “multibeverages".

How to choose a coffee machine

Buying a coffee machine can be a more complex task than you can imagine. If in the previous topic you may have gotten lost because you don't know if you want an exclusive machine for coffees or a multi-beverage, know that there are other points that must be taken into account before deciding, in fact, which one will be chosen to grace the breaks for a good coffee. Some of these points are:

• capsule cost: For those who do not want a surprise, it is worth thinking about this value. Manufacturers offer the original capsules, but there are options for alternative capsules that are cheaper to use in the machines;

• capsule size: The smaller ones can be next to the machine and are prettier, the larger ones are impractical and fill the containers quickly;

• Size of water tank: The larger, the more practical, as less filling is required;

• Used capsule containers: Prefer machines with inner containers;

• Cleaning convenience: Machine and splash container need to be easy to clean. In this regard, a point for Nespresso and the “Last Drop” technology, which makes the machine less dirty;

• Pressure: the operating pressure of the coffee maker directly influences the taste and aroma of the coffee. Generally, the higher the pressure (measured in bar, which is a unit of pressure measurement), the more quality the coffee will have, following the order: 9 bar, 15 bar and 19 bar;

• Milk: See if you prefer brands like Dolce Gusto, which also sells milk capsules to make drinks combined with coffee, or insists on a special container for milk, present in some models Nespresso.

• Voltage: is very important pay attention to the voltage of these machines, which are not bivolt. Make sure you are buying at the voltage of your home (110V or 220V).

There are three best-known brands that sell home capsule coffee machines in the country: Nespresso, Nescafe Dolce Gusto e THREE (from 3hearts). The first is usually the best known, becoming synonymous with coffee machines due to the marketing campaign, primacy in design and focus on the extensive varieties of coffee it offers. The second is best remembered for the drinks that the brand already produces, which can now be produced at home with exclusive capsules. The third is Brazilian and originates from the state of Rio Grande do Norte, also fighting for space in the home coffee machine market.

Coffee capsules

And just as each brand has its coffee maker, there are also specific capsules – but some models accept capsules from other brands. The options vary by size, flavor, quantity and other factors, so choose a machine that you like the most to find out which capsules are compatible with it, or even the opposite, check out which flavors and sizes make the most sense for you. your routine to find the perfect machine. Check out some more about some capsules:

Nespresso

No Nespresso website It is possible to find a huge variety of coffee capsules, whether in sizes, flavors and even with gift suggestions. Check out what you can find there, from original capsules to vertuo:

• Gift suggestion: Kit with 50 capsules + chocolate + VIEW Espresso Cup – R$ 375,00;
• Barista Creations: Blends from R$3,60 – R$5,50 each;
• Expressed: R$ 3,20 – R$ 3,50 each;
• Double Espresso: R$ 3,90 each;
• Italian inspiration: R$ 3,20 – R$ 3,30 each;
• World Explorations: R$ 3,40 – R$ 3,50 each;
• Master Origin: R$ 3,70 – R$ 5,50 each;
• Iced Coffees: R$ 4,50 – R$ 7,00 each;
• Gran Lungo: R$ 4,20 – R$ 4,30 each;
• Signature: R$ 4,80 – R$ 4,90 each;
• Height R$ 4,20 each;

In addition to special selections and limited editions from season to season.

Dolce Gusto

A Dolce Gusto also brings a varied catalog of capsules. At the brand site it is possible to enter capsules for coffees, lath, chocolates and teas, all organized between small, medium and large cups. You can still filter between hot and cold drinks and also the intensity of the coffee which varies from 5 to 11, where 5 is the lightest and 11 the strongest.

Kits with 5, 10, 12 and 16 capsules are also available. Prices range from R$19,99 to R$96,70.

3 Corações - Coffee Company

A 3 Corações - Coffee Company brings a series of capsule kits, the cheapest being R$15,99 and the most expensive being R$22,49.

Among the possibilities are creamy drinks, teas, espressos, filters and cappuccinos. The intensity ranges between 3 and 10 with a few dozen different flavors. The cool thing here is that you can even filter the kits according to your source, such as Alta Mogiana, Cerrado Mineiro, Chapada Diamantina, Colombia, Ethiopia, Rio de Janeiro and much more.

Other brands

But despite the emphasis on previous brands, other companies also offer different types of coffee capsules. If you already have yours, check carefully if it actually holds capsules from other brands. Most are compatible with coffee machines Nespresso e Dolce Gusto.

Here we can mention:

• Starbucks: famous international coffee brand that offers coffee capsule kits;
• Baggio Café: also features roasted coffee capsules;
• Lór: with capsules and kits that offer even more refinement to your coffee break;

Now let's meet the machines?

Cheap and good

Philco Stainless

A Philco Stainless It is a perfect choice for coffee lovers who want to enjoy a delicious and fresh drink at any time. With its elegant appearance, this coffee maker not only offers functionality but also adds a touch of style to your kitchen. Equipped with a heating plate, it keeps your coffee warm after preparation, ensuring greater practicality and convenience. Furthermore, the system drip cutter allows you to remove the carafe while the coffee is brewing without worrying about unwanted drips.

With the capacity to prepare up to 30 coffees at once, this coffee maker is ideal for entertaining friends and family. The water reservoir holds up to 1,2 liters and ensures that you can prepare large quantities without the need for frequent refills. Other than that, it also comes with a measuring spoon to ensure that your coffee is prepared in the right amount and with the perfect flavor.

The glass vase is practical and can be taken directly to the table, providing flexibility for your daily life. With a permanent filter and removable filter holder, the coffee maker also stands out for being easy to clean and allowing you to save on the use of disposable paper filters.

A Philco Stainless is available for purchase for R$ 139,90 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Programmable Philco 45 Coffees

A Programmable Philco 45 Coffees It is the combination of sophistication, flavor and practicality to ensure you enjoy the perfect coffee at any time. Equipped with a series of advanced features and a graduated water reservoir with a capacity of 1800 ml, this coffee maker takes the coffee making experience to another level.

With the capacity to prepare up to 45 coffees at once, it is perfect for large gatherings or meetings. The function Bold allows you to adjust the strength of the drink according to your preferences, while the system soft drop improves flavor, aroma and temperature to ensure an exceptional experience. The programmable timer allows you to program the preparation of coffee up to 24 hours in advance, facilitating situations such as those in which you can wake up every morning with fresh, hot coffee. The digital display with clock also offers ease of use and full control over the preparation process.

With a stainless steel finish, this coffee maker is extremely functional and comes with a measuring spoon to ensure the perfect amount of coffee. The glass vase can be taken directly to the table, providing practicality. With a permanent filter and removable filter holder, it is very easy to clean like any coffee maker from the brand. Furthermore, it has a heating plate to keep the coffee warm after preparation, a system drip stop to prevent unwanted drips and non-slip base to ensure stability during use.

A Programmable Philco 45 Coffees is available for purchase for R$ 299,90 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Three Hearts LOV

The capsule coffee machine Three Hearts LOV It is available in red, carbon, silver, matte black, glossy black or white and has a vertical design, as if it were a tower. Being multi-drinks, it serves espressos, filtered coffees, cappuccinos, chocolate, 100% natural teas and other hot drinks. This is where it definitely gains visibility in the “good and cheap” category.

Its water tank holds 950 ml and also has a backwash capsule, which cleans the entire machine system. There is an automatic shutdown after a few minutes of use, a multi-pressure device that operates at 2 and 15 bar, an external container for removing used capsules and also includes a 1-year warranty.

A Three Hearts LOV is available for purchase for R$ 383,04 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Dolce Gusto Mini Me

A Dolce Gusto Mini Me It is available in red, purple, silver or black and has a compact design in height and width. It serves espresso coffee, chocolate drinks, teas, lath and others. Like its competitor, it offers freedom for different drinks and you are not restricted. You can use it for any type of occasion and preference. Basically, it is easy to operate and also has the possibility of using adapters.

Its water reservoir holds 800 ml, but does not include a container to store used capsules. There is automatic shutdown after 5 minutes of use and it is interesting because its own capsules show the level of water necessary for that preparation. It has 15 bars of pressure ideal for multi-drinks, including espressos, including a 1-year warranty.

A Dolce Gusto Mini Me is available for purchase for R$ 419,90 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Best value for money

NEO

A NEO da Dolce Gusto It's coffee excellence. This machine provides an exceptional experience from the classic Italian espresso to an authentic Americano or a Brazilian “drip” style coffee. Equipped with patented technology SmartBrew and automatic capsule recognition, it adjusts the extraction of each black coffee like a real barista, ensuring consistent and delicious results.

With a modular high pressure extraction system of up to 15 bar, the NEO prepare a perfect cup with velvety, full-bodied cream, whether for a Ristretto, Espresso or Lungo, all with the simplicity of a button. This is the first coffee machine at home capable of extracting Americanos like a professional would, in 2 steps: first the espresso coffee, then the hot water. Plus, their capsules not only guarantee a perfect cup, but they're also environmentally conscious, decomposing in about 6 months.

With additional features like adjustable drip tray, adjustable height for cups of all sizes, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and an integrated capsule compartment, the machine offers unparalleled convenience and quality.

A NEO da Dolce Gusto is available for purchase for R$ 469,00 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Nespresso Essenza Mini

A Nespresso Essenza Mini It has a slim design, capable of being placed in narrower places if necessary. It serves 40 ml espresso coffee and also Lungo, with 110 ml. In the box there is also an accessory called aeroccino, capable of producing milk foam, with a capacity of up to 110 ml.

Its water reservoir holds 600 ml and the capsule reservoir can store up to 6 capsules — from the Original System Nespresso. There is automatic shutdown after 9 minutes of use, 19 bars of pressure ideal for intensifying the attributes of the coffee, hot water option for tea and also includes a 1 year warranty. It is perfect in terms of cost-benefit as it is able to offer what is necessary and does not exceed budgets.

A Nespresso Essenza Mini is available for purchase for R$ 599,00 at official store of Nespresso.

Nespresso Vertuo Pop

A Nespresso Vertuo Pop It has 6 color varieties that adapt to your style and offer a variety of experiences. It is possible to do up to 5 cup measures (Espresso 40ml, Double Espresso 80ml, Gran Lungo 150ml, Mug 230ml and Carafe 535ml), with more than 30 capsule options available.​​

Its water reservoir holds 600 ml and the capsule reservoir can store up to 8 Original System capsules Nespresso or 5 Mug capsules. It has an automatic shutdown after 2 minutes of use, has an 80 cm power cable, has a water heating time of 30 seconds and also includes a 1 year warranty. Remembering that this machine only accepts capsules exclusively from the brand.

A Nespresso Vertuo Pop is available for purchase for R$ 599,00 at official store of Nespresso.

Nespresso CitiZ

A Nespresso CitiZ stands out as an elegant piece inspired by urban architecture, designed to satisfy coffee lovers and design enthusiasts. Recognized with the prestigious Red Dot Design Award, this machine features two distinct buttons, allowing the extraction of Espresso and Lungo in a refined way.

Developed to adapt to any lifestyle in the city, it is equipped with a rapid heating system, ensuring your coffee is ready in seconds, as well as offering an energy saving function and automatic shutdown after a period of inactivity. If you prefer to serve in larger cups or glasses, the stainless steel tray can be easily folded to accommodate your preferences.

The coffee sizes offered are Espresso (40 ml) and Lungo (110 ml), with the additional option of hot water for tea. With 19 bar pressure extraction technology, the Nespresso CitiZ also guarantees a great experience in each preparation and its capsule container has a capacity for 10 capsules of the Original System Nespresso.

A Nespresso CitiZ is available for purchase for R$ 899,00 at official store of Nespresso.

Oster PrimaLatte Touch

A Oster PrimaLatte Touch It is a machine that takes the coffee experience to a new level precisely by providing 2x more flavor, aroma, creaminess, colors and textures of a coffee milk perfect. With a classic design enhanced by finishing details, this coffee maker offers not only functionality, but also style and sophistication.

Its goal is to make it easy for you to prepare fresh, personalized coffee in just a few minutes. With options for different types, it is easy to use and allows you to customize your coffee according to your preferences. The intuitive panel has cleaning functions for the water and milk tanks, ensuring practical use and maintenance of the machine.

Equipped with a pump of Italian origin with 19 bars of pressure, the PrimaLatte Touch guarantees a denser and more flavorful espresso and allows you to prepare coffee with powder, sachet or even capsules Nespresso. It's versatility and quality in every preparation.

A Oster PrimaLatte Touch is available for purchase for R$ 1.229,90 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Premium

The machines Three are designed to work with the system Caffitaly. This means that Caffitaly coffee capsules are compatible with Três machines. Caffitaly capsules contain café ground and are inserted into machine Three to prepare a cup of coffee. The partnership between Caffitaly and Três allows Três machine users to have access to a variety of caffitaly coffee capsules, offering different types of coffee, intensities and flavors.

Oster Xpert Perfect Brew

A Oster Xpert Perfect Brew comes equipped with exclusive technology to guarantee a stable temperature throughout the preparation process, as well as a system ThermoBlock for perfect coffee extraction and quick heating. Furthermore, the water pre-infuser contributes to a tastier espresso, enhancing all the aromas and flavors of the drink.

Introducing the ideal accessory to obtain frothed milk in a practical way, it is perfect for preparing lath and cappuccinos at any time. Its stainless steel material provides durability, capacity for up to 250g of grains and an integrated grinder. Furthermore, you also have 30 different types of grinds available to make your coffee exactly the way you prefer.

You can enjoy excellent quality espresso at the touch of a button, preparing up to 2 cups at a time. The pump with 15 bars of pressure guarantees an incomparable flavor and experience. With a 2,8-liter removable water reservoir, you still have enough space to store the amount of water needed for various preparations.

A Oster Xpert Perfect Brew is available for purchase for R$ 2.699,00 at official store of Oster.

Nespresso Creatista Plus

A Nespresso Creatista Plus It has a unique chrome model and features a more industrial design, where even the cup is placed on a special platform. In addition, it also has a self-cleaning milk frother, and the steam nozzle provides more than ten recipe combinations. milk. It serves measures from Ristretto and Lungo to Latte Macchiato e Flat White.

Its water reservoir holds 1,5 L, the milk reservoir can be filled up to 125 ml and the capsule reservoir can store up to 12 Original System capsules Nespresso. There is automatic shutdown after 9 minutes of use, 19 bars of pressure ideal for intensifying the attributes of the coffee, hot water option for tea and LCD display.

A Nespresso Creatista Plus is available for purchase for R$ 2.899,00 at official store of Nespresso.

Philips Automatic Espresso

A Philips Automatic Espresso It is a super automatic machine with freshly ground grains and a system LatteGo for the automatic preparation of cappuccinos. It is the type of coffee maker that offers convenience and quality.

Equipped with 12 grinding levels and 100% ceramic grinders for maximum durability and precision, it guarantees fresh coffee with maximum aroma for much longer. With a pressure of 15 bars and a generous 1,8 liter capacity, each cup is brewed to perfection. There are 12 varieties of drinks with just one touch, including espresso, Americano, cappuccino and more. Other than this, hot water option is also available to suit your needs.

The panel is touch and intuitive, with the display My Coffee Choice, which allows you to prepare your favorite drinks according to your personal preferences and save up to 4 different profiles. Furthermore, the machine is compatible with both coffee beans and previously ground coffee powder, which stands out for being versatile.

A Philips Automatic Espresso is available for purchase for R$ 4.710,74 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

Saeco Lirika Plus

A Saeco Lirika Plus It's practically the coffee revolution. It is an automatic coffee maker with a modern design and impressive performance. Designed to meet the demands of homes, offices and even small coffee shops, it offers superior performance.

With the largest water and coffee reservoirs among all brands, Lirika Plus guarantees convenience with a capacity of 500g of coffee beans and 2,5 liters of water, without the need for constant refilling. The large, intuitive digital panel makes operating the machine a simple, hassle-free experience. With selections for short espresso, long espresso, hot water, and steam, you also have the chance to customize your drinks with just a few taps.

The machine is equipped with high-quality ceramic grinders and consistent grinding that highlights the flavors and aromas of the coffee in 5 adjustment levels. Furthermore, the milk steamer allows you to create milk froths for cappuccinos, macchiatos and much more. It is built with function Stand-by to save energy, it has an adjustable timer for greater convenience, steam and hot water output, programmable coffee output for 1 or 2 cups and 15 bar pressure.

A Saeco Lirika Plus is available for purchase for R$ 5.597,71 at store of showmetech No. Magalu.

And you, what did you think of our selection of coffee machines? Have you decided which one to take home? Tell us in the comments!

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reviewed by Glaucon Vital in 30 / 3 / 23

Revision 2 of the text made by: Pedro Bomfim