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Espresso Machines under $300

All Espresso Machines

117 espresso machines under $300 from Nespresso, Electactic, De'Longhi and more. Most cost $221 to $299, and half cost less than $259.

Top brands: Nespresso (9)De'Longhi (6)

Chefman

Semi-automatic, Automatic Milk System, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure
+Automatic milk frother for lattes and cappuccinos
+8-in-1 combo functions in one machine
−Requires manual brewing steps for each drink
$269.00-10%List: $299.00
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 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
Nespresso

Capsule, No Grinder, Automatic Milk System

+Automatic milk system froths milk at the touch of a button
+1.1 liter capacity for a larger water reservoir
+Capsule system brews coffee and espresso without a grinder
−No grinder, so it can only use pre-packaged capsules
$247.00-5%List: $259.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:21 PST - Details
Ninja

Combo, Automatic Milk System

+Brews both espresso and ground coffee in one machine
+Nespresso compatible for capsule brewing
+Automatic milk system for hands-free milk drinks
−Combo design takes up more counter space than a single-purpose machine
$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:27 PST - Details
Breville

Lever

+Compact lever design fits small kitchen counters
+Brushed stainless steel body resists everyday wear
+Makes espresso and lattes with a steam wand
−Lever operation requires hands-on control for each shot
$299.95
as of 11/04/2026 13:42 PST - Details
Nespresso

Capsule, No Grinder, Milk Frother

+Includes a milk frother for milk-based drinks
+Capsule system brews coffee and espresso sizes
+Vertuo Up model from Breville
−No built-in grinder, so it uses pre-portioned capsules
$279.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:22 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Milk Frother

+Milk frother wand for milk drinks
+Makes both espresso and cold brew
+Semi-automatic operation gives manual control over shots
−Semi-automatic requires manual shot timing and tamping
$249.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
Mr. Coffee

Semi-automatic, Automatic Milk System, 15-Bar

+Automatic milk system for hands-free milk frothing
+15-bar pump for espresso pressure
+Semi-automatic operation with manual control of shots
−Semi-automatic, so shot timing is controlled by the user
$239.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:17 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Milk Frother

+Adjustable milk frother
+Rapid heat-up feature
+Semi-automatic type gives manual control over shots
$225.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
Mr. Coffee

Super-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother

+Built-in grinder for grinding beans at brew time
+Milk frother for milk-based drinks
+Super-automatic operation for one-touch drinks
$224.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:17 PST - Details
Byeshop

Super-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother, 20-Bar

+Built-in grinder grinds beans without a separate appliance
+Includes a milk frother for milk-based drinks
+20 bar pump pressure
−Super-automatic design offers less manual control over shots
$299.99-40%List: $499.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:38 PST - Details
Amzchef

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother

+Built-in grinder with 40 grind settings
+Includes a 58mm portafilter, a standard size
+Milk frother for lattes and cappuccinos
$219.99-27%List: $299.99
as of 11/04/2026 21:42 PST - Details
GeviSpec score 9.5

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

+Built-in grinder for fresh grounds
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for milk texturing
−Semi-automatic, so shot timing is manual
$289.99-19%List: $359.99
as of 11/04/2026 20:41 PST - Details
Gevi

Semi-automatic

+58mm portafilter, a standard size for accessories
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Three brewing temperature settings
−Semi-automatic, so shot timing is manual
$289.99-19%List: $359.99
as of 11/04/2026 20:41 PST - Details
ElectacticSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand

+Built-in grinder grinds beans without a separate appliance
+Steam wand for frothing milk at home
+Semi-automatic control for hands-on espresso brewing
$249.99-19%List: $309.99
as of 11/04/2026 21:24 PST - Details
Kismile

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother, 20-Bar

+20 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Built-in grinder with 30 grind settings
+PID temperature control for stable brewing
−Semi-automatic operation requires manual shot control
$289.98-17%List: $349.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:46 PST - Details
De'Longhi

Semi-automatic, Milk Frother, 15-Bar

+15-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Milk frother for milk drinks
+Temperature control for brewing
−Semi-automatic requires manual shot timing and tamping
$299.99-14%List: $349.95
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
Secpoedr

Super-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother, 15-Bar

+Built-in grinder grinds beans before brewing
+15 bar pump pressure for espresso extraction
+Milk frother for milk-based drinks
−Super-automatic type limits manual control over each step
$299.99-14%List: $350.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:36 PST - Details
CasabrewsSpec score 9.5

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

+Built-in grinder means no separate grinder needed
+Steam wand for frothing milk
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
$299.99-14%List: $349.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:42 PST - Details
Casabrews

Semi-automatic

+Semi-automatic machine gives manual control over each shot
+Pro 9-bar pressure for espresso extraction
+Three-hole steam wand for milk texturing
$278.98-12%Was: $316.98
as of 11/04/2026 14:42 PST - Details
Gevi

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother, 20-Bar

+Built-in conical burr grinder
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Removable water tank
−Semi-automatic, so shot timing is manual
$215.99-11%List: $242.99
as of 11/04/2026 20:41 PST - Details
ElectacticSpec score 9.5

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Steam Wand

+Steam wand or automatic milk system: only 45 of 117 here have one
+Built-in grinder: only 50 of 117 here have one
$230.18-11%Was: $259.98
as of 11/04/2026 21:24 PST - Details
Casabrews

Semi-automatic, Steam Wand, 20-Bar

+Fast heating system listed for quick brewing
+20-bar pump for espresso extraction
+Steam wand for frothing milk
−No built-in grinder, so beans must be ground separately
$269.99-10%Was: $299.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:42 PST - Details
EuhomySpec score 9.5

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

+Steam wand or automatic milk system: only 45 of 117 here have one
+Built-in grinder: only 50 of 117 here have one
$278.99-10%List: $309.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:40 PST - Details
Couplux

Semi-automatic, Built-in Grinder, Milk Frother, 15-Bar

+Built-in grinder: only 50 of 117 here have one
$209.99-9%List: $229.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:36 PST - Details
Wacaco

Portable

+Portable design for travel and outdoor use
+Includes a stand and Exagrind manual grinder
+Bundle covers both brewing and grinding
$237.20-5%Was: $249.70
as of 11/04/2026 07:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

espresso machineMachine typeGrinderMilk systemPump pressureSpec scorePrice
CapsuleNo Grinder19n/a$279.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:21 PST - Details
Semi-automaticAutomatic Milk System20n/a$269.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Semi-automaticSteam Wand15n/a$283.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
CapsuleNo GrinderAutomatic Milk Systemn/a$247.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:21 PST - Details
ComboAutomatic Milk Systemn/a$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:27 PST - Details
Levern/a$299.95
as of 11/04/2026 13:42 PST - Details
CapsuleNo GrinderMilk Frothern/a$279.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:22 PST - Details
Semi-automaticMilk Frothern/a$249.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details
Semi-automaticAutomatic Milk System15n/a$239.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:17 PST - Details
Semi-automaticMilk Frothern/a$225.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details

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