Coffee Machine Reviews

Reviews from a workshop, not a brochure. We sell and service every machine featured here, which means the reviews you’ll find on this page are written from a decade of watching customers use them — and seeing what fails, what lasts, and which models deserve the price tag.

Start with a brand hub if you’ve already narrowed down to a manufacturer. Start with our prosumer espresso machine buying guide if you’re still deciding between brands. If you want a second opinion, call us on 1300 550 927 or book a showroom visit to see the machines side by side.

Looking for brand reviews all in one place?

Lelit Mara X Review

The Lelit Mara X solves the E61 group flush problem with a clever mode-switch system. Here’s whether that innovation justifies the price for home baristas.

Bezzera Duo DE Review

The Bezzera Duo DE is the dual boiler we recommend most to customers who take espresso seriously — here’s why, from the workshop that services more Bezzeras than anyone else in Australia.

Lelit Espresso Machines Australia: The Full Range Reviewed

Every Lelit espresso machine and grinder sold in Australia, reviewed by tier — from the entry Anna through to the flagship Bianca, with workshop service insights from a Brisbane service centre.

Rocket Espresso Machines Australia: The Full Range Reviewed

Every Rocket Espresso machine sold in Australia reviewed by tier — Appartamento to R Nine One — by an authorised Brisbane Rocket service centre.

ECM Espresso Machines Australia: The Full Range Reviewed

ECM espresso machines are built in Mannheim, Germany, to a standard you can see the moment you open the panels. This guide covers every ECM model sold in Australia — Classika, Mechanika Slim VI, Mechanika Max PID, Technika V, and Synchronika II — ranked by tier, with service data from our Brisbane workshop. Written by an authorised ECM service agent.

Bezzera Espresso Machines Australia: The Full Range Reviewed

A Brisbane service centre reviews every Bezzera espresso machine sold in Australia — from the $2,750 BZ10 to the Strega Lever. Which Bezzera fits your kitchen.