The Best Bean-to-Cup Espresso Machines

By the CremaCompare team · Updated November 4, 2026

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A bean-to-cup machine grinds, doses, tamps and brews by itself. You press a button and get espresso or a milk drink, which is why these machines are popular in busy homes.

The big differences are the milk system, how easy daily cleaning is, and how much space the machine needs on the counter.

Our picks at a glance

Philips 3200 LatteGo: Best push-button
Philips 2200 LatteGo: Simplest bean-to-cup
De'Longhi Magnifica Evo: Bean-to-cup with milk carafe
Jura E8: Premium one-touch
De'Longhi Rivelia: Two bean hoppers
Gaggia Brera: Compact bean-to-cup

The picks

1. Philips 3200 LatteGo (EP3246)

Five drinks at one touch and a two-part LatteGo milk system with no tubes to clean.

Watch out: Less control over each shot than a semi-automatic.

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2. Philips 2200 LatteGo (EP2230)

The simplest LatteGo model: espresso, coffee and cappuccino with very easy cleaning.

Watch out: Fewer drinks and settings than the 3200.

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3. De'Longhi Magnifica Evo (ECAM290.61)

One-touch cappuccino and latte macchiato with a milk carafe you can keep in the fridge.

Watch out: Deep footprint, so measure your counter.

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4. Jura E8 (E8)

Seventeen programmed specialties and premium build quality.

Watch out: Premium tier, and it uses Jura's own filters and cleaning tablets.

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5. De'Longhi Rivelia (EXAM440.55)

Two swappable bean containers, for example regular and decaf.

Watch out: Premium tier with a smaller water tank.

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6. Gaggia Brera (RI9305)

Compact, with the water tank and grounds drawer at the front.

Watch out: Milk is frothed by hand with a Pannarello wand.

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Side by side

Machine	Type	Grinder	Milk	Price tier*
Philips 3200 LatteGo	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, ceramic burr	LatteGo automatic milk system	Premium
Philips 2200 LatteGo	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, ceramic burr	LatteGo automatic milk system	Mid-range
De'Longhi Magnifica Evo	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, conical steel burr	LatteCrema automatic milk carafe	Mid-range
Jura E8	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, built-in burr grinder	Automatic milk system (milk pipe)	Premium
De'Longhi Rivelia	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, with two swappable bean containers	LatteCrema Hot automatic milk carafe	Premium
Gaggia Brera	Super-automatic (bean to cup)	Yes, ceramic burr	Pannarello steam wand	Mid-range

*Price tier is a rough guide. Click through for today's price on Amazon.

Tips before you buy

Pick the milk system first

A carafe or LatteGo-style system makes milk drinks at one touch. A Pannarello wand is cheaper and simpler, but you froth by hand.

Avoid very oily beans

Very dark, shiny beans can clog automatic grinders. Medium roasts are the safe choice.

Check the brew unit

Many models have a removable brew unit you rinse under the tap. Some, such as Jura, use a fixed unit and built-in cleaning programs instead.

How we chose

We compared manufacturer specifications, design features and patterns in published owner feedback. We do not accept payment from brands for placement. More about how we work.

FAQ

Is a bean-to-cup machine worth it?

If you want good coffee with almost no effort and drink mostly milk drinks, yes. If you enjoy the process, a semi-automatic gives more control.

Do bean-to-cup machines make real espresso?

They make espresso-style coffee with real pressure. Most people find it a little less intense than a well-made shot from a semi-automatic.

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