Breville Barista Classic Espresso Machine (VCF186) with built-in grinder and milk frother

If you’re trying to make café-style espresso and milk drinks at home, the Breville Barista Classic is built around one simple idea: reduce the faff. It combines an espresso machine with an integrated conical burr grinder and a milk frother, so you’re not juggling separate appliances and guessing whether you’ve dosed the coffee the same way twice.

That said, it’s still an espresso setup, not a magic bean-to-cup shortcut. You’ll get the best results when you’re happy to dial in your routine and use the presets as intended.