by Look Into | Apr 20, 2026 | Coffee
Manual (lever) espresso machines trade convenience for control, rewarding practice with the kind of shots you won’t get from any button-press system. These are our current picks across lever, spring-piston and entry-level semi-manual setups. At a glance — our... by Look Into | Apr 20, 2026 | Coffee
A knock box is where used espresso pucks go. A good one is quiet, doesn’t wobble, and holds enough grounds for a week of home use. Here are the best counter-top and drawer-style knock boxes we’ve tested. At a glance — our top three picks Top Pick Motta... by Look Into | Apr 20, 2026 | Coffee
A French press (cafetière) is the fastest way to make full-bodied coffee without paper filters or electricity. Bodum, Le Creuset, Espro and Hario all make versions worth considering — we’ve ranked them by build, heat retention and filter quality. At a glance —... by Look Into | Apr 20, 2026 | Coffee
Filter (drip) coffee gives you the cleanest cup and the biggest batches — ideal for households where two or three people want coffee at the same time. We’ve ranked SCA Golden Cup-certified brewers alongside more affordable everyday picks. At a glance — our top... by Look Into | Apr 20, 2026 | Coffee
Dolce Gusto machines specialise in drinks you don’t usually make at home — chai latte, flat white, Nesquik and iced specialities — thanks to pods that contain both coffee and milk powder. Here are the best current models and which ones to avoid. At a glance —...
