Discover the Wide World of Coffee Maker Types

Drip coffee makers are the most common and affordable machines that brew by slowly pouring hot water over coffee grounds held in a filter. We cover single cup, multi-cup, programmable, thermal carafe and other styles of drip coffee brewers. Learn which features like brew strength control and adjustable temperature are best for customizing your daily cup of joe.

Make cafe-quality espresso drinks at home with the right espresso machine. We explain the different types from manual lever, steam-driven, pod, and super automatic machines. Learn about key features like pressure, milk frothing, and convenience factors that differentiate entry-level, mid-range, and pro-level home espresso setups.

For a hands-on manual brewing experience, pouring over coffee makers let you control the variables for a perfect cup. We cover pour over essentials like kettles, drippers, filters and scales. Learn how flow rate, bloom time, and water temperature impact flavor with gear from brands like Hario, Oxo, and Fellow.

If you love single-serve convenience, pod-based coffee machines like Nespresso and Keurig models are made for you. Discover the difference between K-Cup and Nespresso capsule brewers. We compare features, drink options, pod costs and more to identify your ideal pod machine.

All-in-one coffee makers combine multiple brewing methods in one countertop machine. We look at combo drip coffee, espresso and pod brewers from names like DeLonghi, Breville, and Gourmia. Learn how grinders, milk frothers and other bonus features maximize their versatility.