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Independent gear testing

Better coffee at home, without the guesswork.

Hands-on reviews, UK buying guides and practical brewing advice for choosing better machines, grinders and accessories.

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Featured buying guides

Shopping for coffee gear? Start here.

Our buying guides compare the machines, grinders and accessories worth your money, with ratings, UK prices and who each pick suits.

Quick comparison

Top product picks

ProductBest forTypeScorePriceGuide
De’Longhi Magnifica EvoMost UK homesBean-to-cup4.8/5£330–£380See the guide
Sage Bambino PlusEspresso under £300Espresso4.7/5£270–£300See the guide
Fellow Stagg EKGPour overGooseneck kettle4.9/5~£155See the guide
Timemore Black Mirror BasicPour over and espressoCoffee scale4.8/5~£50See the guide

Scores and prices are taken from each buying guide at the time of writing. Retailers change prices often, so check the current one before you buy.

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Testing notes belong beside the recommendation.

Each guide says how the kit was used, what we looked for and who it suits, so you can judge a pick for yourself rather than taking a star rating on trust.

Real use

Guides are written from brewing with the kit, not from spec sheets.

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Every pick carries a score out of 5 and who it is best for.

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Prices in pounds and retailers that deliver here.

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