
De'Longhi · Espresso Machine
De'Longhi Dedica EC685
~$249
Grinder sold separately
Allow for an espresso-capable grinder in your setup budget.
Space-constrained beginners wanting a slim, affordable entry into espresso

Fellow · Espresso Machine
Espresso drinkers wanting guided brewing, customizable shot profiles, and assisted milk steaming
Grinder sold separately
The listed machine price does not include a grinder. For fresh-bean espresso, budget separately for an espresso-capable grinder. Suitable pre-ground coffee may be an option with compatible baskets.
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In a 10-day hands-on test, Tom's Guide praised the Series 1's espresso, extensive shot customization, and particularly smooth plant-based milk texture. Guided recipes offer an approachable starting point, while temperature, pressure, and flow profiles leave room to experiment. The reviewer also reported wet pucks, occasional small output discrepancies, and awkward menu navigation. It needs a separate espresso grinder, and short-term testing cannot establish long-term reliability. Fellow's product page showed notify-when-available options at our October 2026 check, so confirm stock and finish pricing before ordering.
Tom's Guide: hands-on Series 1 review by Erin Bashford
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De'Longhi · Espresso Machine
~$249
Grinder sold separately
Allow for an espresso-capable grinder in your setup budget.
Space-constrained beginners wanting a slim, affordable entry into espresso

Gaggia · Espresso Machine
~$475
Grinder sold separately
Allow for an espresso-capable grinder in your setup budget.
Espresso enthusiasts who want to learn technique and have a machine with upgrade potential

Breville · Espresso Machine
~$499
Grinder sold separately
Allow for an espresso-capable grinder in your setup budget.
Beginners wanting automatic milk steaming in a compact machine