

The coffee maker can also make two coffee drinks at once.

The control panel features a touch screen and allows you to create user profiles so that the people in your household can save their preferred coffee settings without having to re-input them when it's time to make their cup of coffee. Our tester was particularly impressed with the frother, noting that "you don't have to move it up and down" to froth, and that "it froths perfectly automatically" with little to no effort. You can make up to eight cups of drip, and use the espresso and milk frother to make cappuccinos, caffe lattes, and more. The Miele CM 5310 Silence Coffee Maker is no different, and stands out for being a drip coffee- and espresso-maker in one. Our tester found this product to be "an amazing splurge coffee maker that anyone would love to own." The German-engineered Miele brand is known for creating a wide variety of high-quality appliances that, although quite expensive, manage to stay in tip-top shape for at least a decade.

Who it isn't for: People who don't want to splurge on a luxury item. Who it's for: Serious coffee drinkers who want a hi-tech machine that comes with a variety of features.

Grinder Type: Conical burr | Brew Capacity: 1 cup | Size: 9.1 x 9.1 x 9.1 inches Although it can work in a variety of kitchens, our tester did note that due to its comparatively smaller size, it's a great option for people with small kitchens. Plus, thanks to its included coffee pod-making vessel, it's compatible with a variety of coffee pods, including Keurig. There is also a see-through 48-ounce water tank located in the back of the machine that allows you to easily see when you need a refill. The hopper, which can hold up to 100 grams of beans, has a tight seal that helps lock in freshness, should you end up not using all of your beans that day. The control panel features different buttons that allow you to choose between an 8-, 10-, and 12-ounce cup of coffee. Compared to all the other coffee makers with grinders that we tested, this produced a cup the fastest, at less than a minute and a half. Our tester found that the Cuisinart Grind & Brew model made "smooth and silky classic drip coffee." This can be attributed to the conical burr, which, like the traditional burr grinder, is known for producing evenly ground beans. This Cuisinart coffee maker is much more budget-friendly, offering coffee lovers a reliable, lower-cost product without sacrificing the quality of the brew. While shopping around you might be shocked to find out that coffee makers with built-in grinders can run upwards of $1,000. Who it isn't for: People who want a drip coffee maker with a carafe. Who it's for: People who want a single-serve coffee maker with a burr grinder. Grinder Type: Burr | Brew Capacity: 12 cups | Size: 12.5 x 8.5 x 16.3 inches Our tester found this machine to be easy to take apart and clean, though did note that when utilizing the grinder, it takes about six minutes to produce coffee. And if you decide mid-production that you don't need as much coffee as you anticipated, you can utilize the machine's Brew Pause Drip technology to stop the cycle. You can also take advantage of the auto-start feature, which essentially allows you to pre-schedule when and how you want your coffee. On the display, you can select your preferred grind setting and see how long it will take to brew. This traditional coffee maker has been made contemporary with its stainless steel exterior and digital display. The Breville Grind Control model is able to make up to 12 cups of coffee and boasts an insulated carafe, a feature our tester loved. This is likely due to the presence of the burr grinder, which is the preferred grinder type among professionals, as it is able to produce a more even grind compared to its blade counterpart. Our tester described the coffee they produced from this machine to be "very smooth and tasty," and appreciated how there were no grounds at the bottom of the cup, which is a common pitfall with home coffee makers. This Breville coffee maker's ease of use, convenient features, and ability to make a delicious cup of coffee make it a great option for drip lovers. Who it isn't for: People who want to make multiple types of coffee at home, including espresso. Who it's for: People who want a drip coffee machine with personalized settings, including scheduling options.
