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Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines

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167 semi-automatic espresso machines from Rocket Espresso Milano, Diletta, Nuova Simonelli and more. Most cost $80 to $349, and half cost less than $170.

Top brands: De'Longhi (5)

ChefmanSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand

+Double boiler design
+Built-in grinder grinds beans before each brew
+Steam wand for milk frothing
−Built-in grinder adds to the machine's footprint
−Requires manual brewing steps for each drink
$329.99-34%List: $499.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Chefman

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15 bar pump for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for frothing milk for lattes and cappuccinos
+Compact footprint for smaller kitchens
−Semi-automatic means manual control of the shot
$84.99-29%List: $119.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for milk texturing
+Three-level temperature control
−Semi-automatic requires manual shot timing and tamping
$283.00-6%List: $299.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for manual milk frothing
+Compact footprint for smaller counters
−Semi-automatic design requires manual grinding and tamping
$149.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
ChefmanSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15 bar pump pressure
+Built-in grinder grinds beans before each brew
+Barista steam wand for milk frothing
−Built-in grinder adds to the machine's footprint
−Requires manual brewing steps for each drink
No current price. Check it at the store.
HBN

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for frothing milk
+Semi-automatic brewing gives manual control over shots
−Semi-automatic model needs manual shot timing
$109.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:21 PST - Details
Fellow

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand

+Pressure profiling for adjusting extraction
+58mm portafilter, a standard size for accessories
+Steam wand for milk drinks
−No built-in grinder, so a separate grinder is needed
$1,499.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Gemilai

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+Cold and hot extraction brewing options
+Dual PID control for temperature regulation
+Dual display for monitoring machine status
−Semi-automatic design requires manual shot timing
$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Nespresso

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand

+Steam wand for manual milk texturing
+Brushed stainless steel body
+Semi-automatic brewing gives control over shots
−Requires manual steps to brew and steam
No current price. Check it at the store.
Smeg

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+Retro Italian design made in Italy
+15 bar pump for espresso extraction
+Thermoblock heating system
−Semi-automatic, so brewing needs manual steps
$699.95
as of 11/04/2026 03:42 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for manual milk frothing
+Suited to latte and cappuccino drinks
−Semi-automatic design requires manual grinding and tamping
$179.90
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
Smeg

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+15-bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for frothing milk
+Semi-automatic operation gives manual control over shots
$499.95
as of 11/04/2026 03:42 PST - Details
MAttinata

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+10mm steam wand for frothing milk
+Semi-automatic design gives control over shot brewing
−Steam wand frothing requires manual technique
$79.99-43%List: $139.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:07 PST - Details
RioskySpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+Built-in grinder covers grinding in one machine
+20 bar pump pressure matches typical espresso machines
+Steam wand for milk frothing
$419.99-30%List: $599.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:53 PST - Details
Gevi

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand

+PID and NTC temperature control for steady brewing temperature
+Steam wand for frothing milk
+Semi-automatic operation gives manual control over each shot
−Knob-type operation rather than a digital control panel
$179.99-10%List: $199.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:11 PST - Details
GemilaiSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand, 15-Bar

+Cold and hot brew espresso options
+Dual PID control for temperature regulation
+Dual display for monitoring machine status
−Semi-automatic design requires manual shot timing
$582.18-8%Was: $629.98
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Keenstar

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 3.5-Bar

+800W heating for a quick warm-up
+Includes a steam wand for milk frothing
+Compact design brews up to 4 cups
−3.5 bar pump pressure is low for espresso
$54.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:43 PST - Details
Byeshop

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Compact size for home counter use
+Includes a steam wand for frothing milk
−Requires manual operation for each shot
$89.99-36%List: $139.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:38 PST - Details
Riosky

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure matches typical espresso machines
+PID and NTC temperature control for steady brewing
+Steam wand for milk frothing
$129.99-35%List: $199.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:53 PST - Details
Epsilon

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+Steam wand or automatic milk system: only 196 of 806 here have one
$59.99-33%List: $89.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
Chulux

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pressure for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for frothing milk for cappuccinos
+Compact design for small kitchen counters
$89.99-36%List: $139.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:38 PST - Details
Amzchef

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20-bar pressure, a common pressure for espresso
+Steam wand for frothing milk
+Self-cleaning function for easier maintenance
$312.78-32%List: $459.98
as of 11/04/2026 11:40 PST - Details
Riosky

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Built-in steam wand for milk frothing
+Built-in temperature display
−Semi-automatic, so the shot needs manual timing
$139.99-30%List: $199.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:53 PST - Details
Luvcaf

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Includes a steam wand for cappuccino milk
+Touchscreen controls for adjusting settings
−Semi-automatic, so shots are pulled manually
$104.99-28%List: $145.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:04 PST - Details
ChuluxSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand

+Built-in burr grinder grinds beans before brewing
+Steam wand for frothing milk for lattes
+Compact design for small kitchen counters
$179.99-25%List: $239.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:38 PST - Details
Pantrymade

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure
+Steam wand for milk frothing
+Compact 6-inch-wide footprint
$89.99-25%Was: $119.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:36 PST - Details
Casabrews

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+Steam wand for frothing milk
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+LCD display for monitoring settings
−No built-in grinder, so beans must be ground separately
$189.99-24%List: $249.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:42 PST - Details
Casabrews

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+Stainless steel build
+20-bar Italian pump for espresso pressure
+Powerful steam wand for milk drinks
−Semi-automatic operation needs manual brewing steps
$99.99-23%Was: $129.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:42 PST - Details

Compare specs

espresso machineMachine typeSpec scorePrice
Semi-automatic9.5$329.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/a$84.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/a$283.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/a$149.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
Semi-automatic9.5No current price
Semi-automaticn/a$109.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:21 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/a$1,499.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/a$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Semi-automaticn/aNo current price
Semi-automaticn/a$699.95
as of 11/04/2026 03:42 PST - Details

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