New York Post Names Best Coffee Makers for 2026

New Yorkers can now bypass their local bodegas and coffee shops for a superior brew at home, according to the New York Post’s Made It Here Awards for 2026. After testing premium coffee makers ranging from $369 to $4,499, the publication identified top contenders designed to make coffee so good, it rivals that from a local cafe.

The testing was conducted with input from Helen Pinch, a barista at Paloma Coffee & Bakery in Brooklyn. The evaluation focused on ease of use, noise levels, and, most importantly, the quality of the brewed coffee. The machines were assessed on their ability to produce a rich and unadulterated cup.

Best Overall: Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select

The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select was named the best overall coffee maker. This machine, which costs $369, was lauded for its simplicity and the quality of its brew. It brews up to 10 cups (40 ounces) at a time and features two switches for full or half carafe brewing. Pinch described its coffee as having a bright acidity, followed by sweetness and a subtle bitterness, highlighting notes of stone fruit like mango and apricot. The machine heats water to the Specialty Coffee Association’s target range of 196 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit within a minute and holds it throughout the brewing process. It is SCA-approved and ECBC certified. Constructed by hand in the Netherlands, it features a metal body with BPA-free plastic parts and comes with a five-year warranty. Its compact design, measuring 6.5 inches deep, makes it suitable for smaller kitchens.

Best for Coffee Snobs: Fellow Precision Coffee Maker

For those who invest in high-quality beans, the Fellow Precision Coffee Maker ($399.95) is recommended. This machine aims to replicate a manual pour-over process with features like a dedicated bloom phase and controlled water pulsing. Pinch noted its ability to produce a "fabulous cup of drip coffee" with bright flavors. The machine offers precise temperature control and can be operated via its device or a companion app, with presets for different roasts and customization options for temperature, ratio, bloom, and pulses. A dual showerhead adapts to the brew basket, and it operates quietly. However, its thermal carafe does not retain heat as long as others, and the body is primarily plastic, with a two-year warranty.

Best All-in-One: Ninja AutoBarista Pro Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

The Ninja AutoBarista Pro ($999.95) stands out as a versatile option, capable of making espresso, drip, and cold brew coffee. It offers 13 one-touch drink presets and the ability to save custom versions. The machine features two bean hoppers, allowing for simultaneous loading of different bean types, such as regular and decaf. Ninja's Grind iQ system automatically adjusts grind size and dose based on weight. It includes a steam wand for frothing milk, both hot and cold. Pinch found its espresso body to be less rich than some other machines but still full of flavor. The machine weighs 41.3 pounds and its 80-ounce water tank requires frequent refilling.

Best for Coffee Couples: De’Longhi Rivelia

For households with diverse coffee preferences, the De’Longhi Rivelia ($1,499.99) offers four user profiles that save individual drink settings. The Coffee Routines feature learns user habits and suggests drinks. It includes two swappable bean hoppers and a Bean Adapt system that adjusts grind, dose, and temperature based on the beans used. Pinch noted that while it offers a nice machine aesthetically, the milk can sometimes be served a little cool, and the hoppers are not airtight. This machine provides a smaller footprint than some other multi-function models.

Best for Small Kitchens: Terra Kaffe Demi

The Terra Kaffe Demi, a New York City-based brand, is designed for space-constrained kitchens, measuring just 7.5 inches wide. It grinds whole beans to produce espresso, lungo, Americano, and drip coffee, along with hot water. Its interface is a simple dial and dot-matrix display, making it user-friendly. However, it lacks a milk frother, and its drip coffee is medium strength even at the highest setting. The bean hopper is also small at 4.6 ounces, requiring frequent refills.

Best Splurge: Jura Z10 Aluminum White

The Jura Z10 Aluminum White ($4,499) offers a wide array of beverage options, with 51 drinks across hot, cold, and sweet foam menus. Its standout feature is the Cold Extraction Process, which produces cold-brewed coffee in minutes by pulsing cold water under pressure. The machine's grinder automatically adjusts for each drink. However, the brew unit is fixed, necessitating reliance on the machine's cleaning cycles and specific cleaning products. The $4,500 price point positions it as a luxury item.

Best for the Home Barista: Breville Oracle Dual Boiler

The Breville Oracle Dual Boiler ($2,999.95) is a semi-automatic machine that automates the grinding, dosing, and tamping processes, while still allowing users to control milk steaming. It features dual boilers, enabling simultaneous brewing and steaming, similar to commercial machines. A touchscreen guides users through drink preparation, offering 45 grind settings. This machine is large and heavy, weighing 38 pounds, and requires significant power to heat up. Light roasts can also be challenging to dial in.

Testing Methodology

Beyond taste, the testing evaluated the entire morning workflow. Factors considered included the machine's acoustic footprint, the tactile experience of its controls, and the ease of cleanup. The ultimate goal was to identify machines that consistently produced high-quality coffee.

Key criteria included coffee quality assessed by a sommelier, ease of use during a morning rush, build quality and maintenance requirements, and counter space footprint, particularly relevant for New York kitchens. The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select was ultimately chosen as the top recommendation due to its balance of quality, simplicity, and value, costing $369.