Compare 31 bean to cup coffee machines from £159.99, from compact manual models to automatic milk-frothing machines.
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Everything you need to know before you buy
The best bean to cup coffee machine grinds fresh beans and brews at the touch of a button, but build quality varies enormously. Look for a ceramic or hardened steel burr grinder rather than a blade grinder — burrs give a consistent particle size and last years, whilst blades chop unevenly and overheat the coffee. Check the brew group: removable, rinse-under-the-tap groups are far easier to maintain than fixed units.
| Material | Durability | Typical UK price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stainless steel housing | High | £250–£470 | Daily use, busy kitchens |
| ABS plastic housing | Moderate | £160–£250 | Occasional use, small kitchens |
| Ceramic burr grinder | Very high | £200–£450 | Quiet grinding, longevity |
| Steel conical burr | High | £180–£400 | Speed, consistent espresso |
| Thermoblock heating | Moderate | £160–£300 | Fast heat-up, compact units |
Also weigh milk systems: a manual steam wand gives barista control, whilst an integrated automatic frother suits households wanting one-touch flat whites. 15-bar pressure is the practical benchmark for espresso extraction.
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Common questions about bean to cup coffee machines
For anyone drinking two or more coffees a day, yes. A bean to cup machine grinds fresh beans per cup, so the flavour is noticeably better than a pod, and the cost per cup is lower once you buy beans rather than capsules. Pod machines win on convenience and counter space, but a bean to cup machine with an automatic milk frother is just as quick once you are used to it. Expect to pay from around £159.99 for a basic model, or £300–£600 for one with a decent burr grinder.
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