The Top 10 Coffee Makers Under $ 1000

Not many people can afford a luxury item, such as a coffee maker, let alone one that costs more than $ 1 000. That being said, once we start getting lower in price than this figure, we can expect to start seeing either a compromise in the quality of the coffee maker, the features it holds, a decline in build quality and also less and less modern technology. You could easily buy yourself two, three – maybe even four capsule-type coffee makers to total up to the $ 1 000 maximum, but you have then compromised on fresh beans, milk frothing – and most importantly are now bound to using a specific type of capsule for the lifetime of the coffee maker.

That’s why we’re going to focus solely on bean-to-cup coffee makers for under than $1 000, so if you’re a coffee connoisseur on a budget – this list is for you!

 

Jura A1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The is the coffee purists dream come true; Jura has introduced the A1 model this year – the step up from it’s predecessors in the ENA range – but with significant improvements. The introduction of the Aroma G3 grinder and P.E.P technology ensure a delectable cup each time. It retails for about $ 650.

 

Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coming in at R 5.00 under the mark, the Rancilio Siliva is a far more hands-on type of coffee maker. This Espresso machine has a Panarello-style steaming wand, and a detachable brew head. This is going to require some level of skill from the user, but if that’s what you’re looking for – this is a steal!

 

DeLonghi Magnifica Pronto

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sliding in at $ 700, the DeLonghi Magnifica Pronto offers both lovers of pure coffee, as well as those who opt for milk-based coffee rinks a perfect and modern solution. This is actually quite a stylish machine, and with a removable milk carafe – you have no more need to worry about soured milk overnight.

Check out or video review of this machine here.

Nescafe Dolce Gusto

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you fall in to the category of “I’ll have my Latte skinny, with caramel flavour” and not “One Ristretto, please” – consider a coffee maker of this type. The Dolce Gusto range is actually quite inclusive – for coffee lovers and those who opt for a fluffier version of the drink – and the machine as well as the capsules are readily available at retail outlets. Also, at a cost of under $400, it’s a really good starting point (or end point) for those who fit it’s ideal market.

 

DeLonghi Intensa Automatic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For under $ 600, you’re equipped with an automatic coffee maker that has an interactive LCD screen, a central coffee spout and milk frother (automatic). If you like a mix of aesthetics, value for money and ease of use – this might just be a great option for you.

 

DeLonghi Icona Pump Espresso

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you liked the idea of the Rancilio Silivia, but still considered it a bit pricey for its output, perhaps the Icona Pump might suit you better. This machine will set you back less than $300, and offers all that the Rancilio does in a smaller version. It also has a built-in cup warmer.

 

Bravilor Bonamat Novo Drip Coffee Maker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You could pick up a drip coffee maker at almost any retail store for under $ 100, but you’d be buying a household variant that offers nowhere close to what this commercial drip coffee maker can offer. The build quality is superior, and it has two self-regulated hot plates, meaning no more burnt and soured coffee. Also, with two hot plates – it means twice the coffee in the same amount of time. For $350 this baby is all yours.

Melitta 1400W E950

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Write that down, it’s not an easy sequence f numbers to remember. Melitta is an automatic bean to cup maker which offers a sleek styling coupled with functionality. While the graphic screen display is not the best we’ve seen, the output of the machine may be similar to that which we see from the Saeco Minuto. And for less than $ 360, it too, is a steal.

Russell Hobbs Nero Espresso

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

$150. That’s it. The Russell Hobbs Nero Espresso is perfect for a young budding Barista – or a family setting where mom or Dad love to be hands on with their coffee making. It’s a compact solution for fresh coffee lovers. It features a Panerello-style wand, and is semi-automatic in that it still requires the skill to fill and tamp the coffee, but preparing it from there is done at the touch of a button.

 

Let us know if your favourite coffee maker under $ 1000 didn’t make this list!