Sometimes you have to go back to the heart of the matter to really get to the good stuff and where’s the heart of coffee? ITALY!

Few companies around the world make better espresso machines than the Italians, maybe because they lack the history and understanding or maybe they simply lack the soul.

If you’re ready to invest in a true Italian coffee machine, chances are you’re a little overwhelmed with the choice.

• Which one is the best?
• Who lives up to their price?
• Which one offers you real value for money?

If you want a true Italian espresso machine then read on. I’ve dug around to find the affordable, the beautiful and the downright perfect.

Why Italian Espresso Machines?

Italian design is usually fairly traditional. However, popular global brands that are also Italian, like illy and Lavazza, are changing that as they are starting to sell modern looking machines.

Some of the greatest Italian coffee machine makers produce works of art, very expensive machines that are a once in a lifetime purchase and that should outlive you.

These companies still believe that things should be made as well as possible and be built to last.

That’s why Italian coffee machines are often the best in the world.

The 5 Best Italian Coffee Machines

#1 Gaggia Coffee Machines

Gaggia is a Milanese coffee company that started over a hundred years ago and is stronger than ever today. It has a huge range of stunning coffee machines that really belong in classic cafes and art museums. But they also produce a great range of domestic, modern espresso machines.

Gaggia sells everything from small manual machines and amazing automatic espresso machines to huge, commercial classically designed Italian espresso machines. This company knows quality and never compromises.

With such a choice of machines for every budget and desire, Gaggia truly do make some of the best Italian espresso machines out there.

Why?

Because it’s super affordable, simple and yet comes with all of Gaggia’s expert manufacturing. This machine puts you up there with the coffee experts.

This outstanding machine produces some of the best coffee that it’s even possible to make at home. But more than that, it’s built to last with the best materials and workmanship.

If you want to see it in action, check out this video from Gaggia!

#2 La Cimbali Coffee Machines

This is another Italian coffee company who started in Milan a century ago and produce some of the finest Italian espresso machines.

La Cimbali (http://cimbaliuk.com) are all about tradition and classic styling but their espresso machines are still top of the range with modern technology.

Professional, commercial coffee machines simply don’t get better than this. If you’re a café in the process of looking for a new machine, this will be an investment your bank will forgive you for.

La Cimbali only really make machines for commercial use but they’re a great company to put your coffee loving customers in the hands of.

With junior machines for small scale production or enormous machines for the busiest coffee shops in Europe, La Cimbali have your needs covered. The produce one of the best Italian espresso machines for business in the world.

Love the look of the Cimbali range but just want a small home coffee machine? Check out this De’Longhi instead.

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#3 Elektra Coffee Machines

So you not only want the best Italian espresso machine but you also want the absolute coolest looking machine in the world?

No problem, Elektra has got you covered. Since 1947 the genius behind Elektra has been working and creating and perfecting and the company produce the most beautiful Italian espresso machines in the world.

They produce two main ranges, the Bar Division range for commercial use and the Casa Division for home use. The commercial machines have grinders that are second to none but let’s focus on the domestic machines.

The Nivola W compact home Italian espresso machine is simply stunning and has super high specs too.

Easy to use with excellent pressure and a milk frothing arm, you can make the most delicious espressos and cappuccinos quickly and simply.

If you’re looking for the best Italian espresso machine for your home then it’s right here!

The Elektra’s can be pricey so we’ve got a fantastic budget option for you if you can’t get enough of the style.

#4 Lavazza Coffee Machines

This Italian company born out of Torino has effortlessly blended its traditional history and heritage with the modern world. While retaining its expertise, Lavazza have created affordable home espresso machines. They use ground coffee as well as easy to use coffee pods.

Unlike most pod machines, the Lavazza range has room for up to 12 coffee pods at a time. You don’t even have to empty the pod area after each coffee.

At family friendly prices, Lavazza have yet to disappoint with any of their products. They sell the best Italian espresso maker for the coffee lover on a budget; the AEG A Modo Mio Favola Lavazza Espresso Coffee Machine.

Want to try our favourite Lavazza ground coffee? Get yourself this bargain pack of Lavazza Crema e Gusto

#5 illyItalian Espresso Machines

Just like Lavazza, illy have carved out a global name for themselves although they remained a truly Italian company. With traditional designs using modern technology, illy have a wonderful range of pod coffee machines. They also have beautiful home Italian espresso machines.

Their Iperespresso range of espresso machines are made by Francis Francis. They come complete with milk frothing attachments, hot water and steam facilities as well as simple user interfaces.

They use specific illy capsules that come in a small but delicious range of depths and flavours.

If you’re not a fan of traditional looking Italian espresso machines then that’s not a problem. As I said, illy have merged seamlessly into the modern world and produce a highly modern espresso machine too….

illy produce some of the best Italian espresso machines for the home. Their coffee is delicious and always high quality too.

illy are specialists in coffee, rather than coffee machines. They commission the best brands in the world to make Italian style espresso machines. These are designed exclusively for illy coffee. Even Gaggia make one for them!

And of course, you have to try the excellent illy coffee, start off with this illy classic collection

Thanks for Reading

I hope you feel like you know a lot more about Italian coffee machines now and the kind of machine you’d like. If you’re after reliable craftsmanship and eternal style, the Italians really do produce the best machines for your home.

If these machines aren’t quite what you’re looking for, why not check out our most popular machines on the De’Longhi Bean-to-cup buying guide here!