The best coffee machines with 10+ preparation programs

The junior representative of Melitta's flagship Barista line is notable for the presence of two grain bins with a capacity of 135 grams each. This technology is called Bean Select and assumes that you independently choose which beans to use for a particular cycle. For example, medium roast is better suited for espresso and drinks based on it, and light roast is better for coffee crema. But in general, you can experiment in search of the best taste.

Steel millstones with 5 grinding settings are responsible for grinding grains in the Melitta Caffeo Barista T F83/0-002. It is also possible to use already ground coffee. Otherwise, the set of components quite typical for coffee machines is offered - a 15-horsepower pump and a 1450 W thermoblock.

The coffee machine has 18 automatic programs, which is one of the best indicators on the market. The model can make espresso and ristretto (regular and double), lungo and coffee crema, two versions of Americano (classic and Scandinavian (Long Black), where coffee is added to hot water). The range of milk and coffee drinks is also excellent, including espresso macchiato, cappuccino, latte, coffee with milk, Flat White and others.

If this is not enough, 4 user profiles are offered. Within each, the My Coffee Memory function allows you to save up to 4 of your recipes. Here the volume of coffee, water and temperature is regulated, the strength is set and, of course, the bunker from which to take the beans.

To interact with the coffee machine, a touch panel and an informative display are offered. There is an automatic cappuccino maker with a milk jug, and a dispenser (liquid supply device) “can” prepare two servings of any drink (including milk) at once.

The cleaning system includes automatic steaming of the milk circuit, an anti-scale program and other service capabilities with notifications and clear instructions for the user directly on the screen. It is also worth noting the presence of a removable brewing unit, which allows you to easily wash it under running water.

Melitta Caffeo Barista T F83/0-002 is one of the best coffee machines for the money, especially if you need a lot of programs.

The SAECO brand model represents the GranAroma line, which combines coffee machines at the junction of the middle and advanced price segments. The device has a stylish appearance, which was awarded two prestigious design awards - IF and Red Dot 2021.

In addition to aesthetics, the SAECO GranAroma SM6580/20 boasts flagship makings, and above all the branded LattePerfetto cappuccino maker, which is used in the top-end Xelsis series. Its feature is the outlet tube, which is compatible not only with the supplied 600 ml milk jug, but also with any other container - both a glass and a tetra pack. Also, the milk system can be easily cleaned using steam (HygieSteam function), and its insides can be easily disassembled for washing (by hand or in the dishwasher).

The coffee machine received a touch control panel with a display. The preparation of 6 drinks is activated by one button - espresso, coffee, Americano, cappuccino, regular latte and macchiato. And behind the More Drinks sensor there are 8 more programs “hidden”, not counting hot water. There is, for example, a proper cappuccino (called Italian - coffee is poured into the cup first), crema, ristretto, lungo, warm milk (for cocoa) and foam.

Beginners will find the CoffeeMaestro function useful with three taste templates - soft (Delicato), rich (Intenso) and enhanced (Forte). In the last profile, the Extra shot option is implemented by default - another 30 ml portion of espresso is added. By the way, you can increase the strength in the same way for most of the original recipes (set “extra shot” as a separate option), which will please lovers of stronger coffee. The user can also change the available drinks (from volume to foam level) and create his own program (within each of the 4 profiles).

The device received ceramic millstones with 12 grinding degree adjustments, a 15 bar pump from ULKA, a 1500-watt heater and a removable brewing unit. In addition, it is worth highlighting a capacious 300-gram coffee hopper and a 1.8-liter water tank, as well as a self-cleaning system (access to the main service functions is opened by the Clean button on the control panel).

SAECO GranAroma SM6580/20 is a quality choice from a reputable manufacturer.

Externally, the Philips Series 5400 EP5443/90 coffee machine has much in common with SAECO GranAroma models. Accordingly, the device really looks stylish in the kitchen interior, and its design was awarded the IF Design Award. The insides of the model are also quite typical for the company’s coffee machines - they use ceramic millstones with 12 grinding settings, a 1500-watt heater, a 15-horsepower ULKA pump, a 1.8-liter water tank, and a moderately spacious bean hopper (275 grams).

Among the important distinctive features, it is worth highlighting both touch buttons and a touch display, as well as the branded LatteGo cappuccino maker. It is really easy to clean - it has no tubes, consists of only two parts (container and lid), and is equipped with a quick rinse system. At the same time, the capacity of the reservoir is not very large - 260 ml, which means that latte and cappuccino lovers will have to add milk often. But this process is also as convenient as possible, including if you perform it “on the go.”

Philips Series 5400 EP5443/90 “can” prepare 12 coffee drinks by default (not taking into account just the supply of hot water or milk foam). The main set includes espresso, coffee (analogous to Lungo 120 ml), Americano, cappuccino and its correct version in terms of sequence Café au Lait (first espresso then milk), latte macchiato. They also offer classic latte, crema, ristretto, Flat White and Travel Mug - coffee to go.

Each recipe can be customized by changing the volume and temperature of the drink, as well as the strength, using convenient adjustment sliders on the display. The Extra shot option deserves special mention here. In fact, this is the maximum strength with the addition of another 30 ml espresso. Plus, 4 user profiles are provided to create your own program.

The device is equipped with a removable brewing unit, so it can be easily removed for washing with water and/or lubrication. The water tank is equipped with an AquaClean filter with a working life of 5000 cups (for protection against scale). There are also different self-cleaning cycles that will help keep the coffee machine in perfect condition.

Among the minuses, it is worth highlighting the inability to get 2 servings of milk drinks in one click, which is due to the design features of the LatteGo system. Otherwise, the Philips Series 5400 EP5443/90 is a multi-program coffee machine that is ideal for black coffee connoisseurs, but will also suit milk fans.

The 2023 debutant from De'Longhi is the top model of the mid-budget Eletta line, which is notable for its expanded scope of delivery and, in fact, support for three operating modes - preparing hot and cold drinks, as well as 2GO coffee (to-go). In the latter case, a large set of recipes is offered, which are initially adapted for bottling into a complete thermal mug made of metal with a convenient drinking lid.

In order for this container to fit under the De'Longhi Eletta Explore ECAM 450.86.T dispenser, the tray has a special folding part: as a result, the total height of the dishes placed here exceeds 17 cm.

The coffee machine is equipped with a 19 bar pump, two flow-through thermoblocks (one is used for coffee, the other for steam), and a compact removable brewing unit. These components are complemented by branded millstones with a 300-gram hopper, a 1.8-liter water tank and an automatic LatteCrema cappuccino maker.

Users have access to 17 automatic preparation programs, including the “correct” milk drinks, espresso and Americano, as well as several rare variations - cartado, coffee pot, tea. Each recipe can be “adjusted” to suit you, changing the volume, strength and other parameters, plus there are 4 profiles for creating your own program.

An important advantage of the De'Longhi Eletta Explore ECAM 450.86.T is the preparation of 14 cold coffee drinks. For this purpose, the delivery set includes a separate milk jug that makes cold foam (by the way, it can also be used for preparing children's desserts with the addition of various syrups). In addition, the device is equipped with a mold for ice cubes, and the latter are also an integral component of many specialized recipes. But the trick is not banal cooling, because the device supports Cold Brew cold extraction technology, which makes 5 drinks - the contact time of coffee with water is increased, but at the same time the temperature of the liquid and its supply pressure are low.

Other bonuses of the model include practical self-cleaning systems (milk circuits, descaling, etc.), support for remote control via Wi-Fi (via the CoffeeLink application), as well as an information panel with a 3.5-inch TFT touch screen and quick switch buttons between cooking modes.

De'Longhi Eletta Explore ECAM 450.86.T is an exclusive coffee machine for connoisseurs of cold coffee drinks and those who often need coffee on the go.

The advanced coffee machine from De'Longhi's PrimaDonna line boasts support for Bean Adapt technology. It complements the flat metal millstones of the device and allows you to change the degree of grinding through the control panel, and not, as usual, mechanically. In addition, Bean Adapt offers a convenient selection of grain profiles. The user just needs to indicate the type of bean (by answering questions on the screen), and the “automation” will select the optimal grind, the dosage of the coffee tablet and the temperature of the finished drink.

Also, the De'Longhi PrimaDonna Soul ECAM 610.75.MB has acquired a large coffee hopper (500 grams) and an increased water capacity of 2.2 liters, so “refueling” will be needed a little less often. The model is equipped with a proprietary LatteCrema automatic cappuccino maker with a half-liter milk jug and adjustable foam height, a 19-horsepower pump, two thermoblocks with a total power of 1450 W and a sophisticated self-cleaning system designed to simplify maintenance and extend the working life of the coffee machine.

The coffee machine “can” prepare 2 dozen coffee drinks - a set of programs, including tea, has 21 recipes. There are all the most popular options, as well as quite exclusive ones, such as cortado, coffee to go, Long (analogous to filter coffee), cold coffee (Over Ice) and all the dairy “classics” with different sequences of serving ingredients. Separately, it is also worth highlighting the coffee pot (carafe) program - it provides up to 750 ml of output (that is, an invigorating drink for a whole company), and a container of the same name for convenient pouring is prudently included in the delivery package.

The model will delight you with both a really large (4.3-inch diagonal) touch screen control and support for synchronization with the CoffeeLink mobile application. In the latter, among other things, you can create up to 10 of your own recipes for each of the 5 available profiles.

Compared to other coffee machines with an abundance of preparation programs, De'Longhi PrimaDonna Soul ECAM 610.75.MB is quite expensive. But within the framework of the branded line, the model looks like a very balanced choice, because the flagship Maestosa EPAM 960.75.GLM, which is essentially the older “sister,” will cost almost 2 times more.