Lena Hartwell covers espresso machines and coffee grinders for EgCoffee. Her guides explain boilers, pressure, burrs and grind settings in plain terms, drawing on maker specifications and listing data to show which machine or grinder suits each kind of home barista.
Looking for the best espresso machine for camping? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Looking for the best coffee grinder for beginners? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Looking for the best breville espresso machine? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Shopping for the best budget espresso grinder? Here are our 3 favorite picks (budget models only). Ranked by brew quality, temperature stability and price.
Shopping for the best doserless espresso grinder? Here are our 3 favorite picks (doserless models only). Find the right one for how you brew.
Which Gaggia super automatic espresso machine should you buy? We compare the Gaggia Super Automatic Espresso Machine lineup by features, performance and value.
Looking for the best De'Longhi espresso machine? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Shopping for the best super automatic espresso machine under 500? Here are our 3 favorite picks that deliver real value under $500. Updated for 2026.
Looking for the best stepless coffee grinder? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
The best espresso grinder for 2026: 3 top picks for every budget and brew style, compared on brew quality and ease of use. Updated for 2026.
Looking for the best coffee grinder for french press? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Looking for the best single dose espresso grinder? We compared top models on brew quality, temperature stability and value. Updated for 2026.
Looking for the best espresso machine with milk frother? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Looking for the best espresso machine for latte art? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Looking for the best manual coffee grinder under 50? We compared top models on brew quality, temperature stability and value. Updated for 2026.
Looking for the best coffee grinder under 50? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
Shopping for the best premium manual coffee grinder? Here are our 3 favorite picks (premium models only). Find the right one for how you brew.
The best budget super automatic espresso machine for 2026: 3 top picks (budget models only), compared on brew quality and ease of use. Updated for 2026.
Looking for the best jura espresso machine? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow, plus tips to get more from each.
Looking for the best espresso machine for cappuccino? We picked 3 options by what matters in the cup: flavor, consistency and workflow.
