Mornings are all the more sweet when your kitchen is home to a brand-new, state-of-the-art coffee machine. Whether you’re a fan of an easy breezy, premium bean-to-cup or prefer a manual approach to your morning brews, the dazzling selection of machines on offer can be overwhelming, to say the least.
Coffee machines are also a hefty investment, so it’s essential to choose one for the long haul. Do you prefer the low-maintenance but less artisan pod approach? Or are you up for learning how to craft dazzling microfoam from the comfort of your own home?
No matter which option you go for, chances are you’ll have to save up to make the purchase. Yet with Black Friday here, we highly recommend planning your big splash accordingly so that you can benefit from marvellous bargains across top brands like De’Longhi, Nespresso, Sage and more.
Top offers on coffee machines
It’s not just about coffee machines this Black Friday. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen appliances for less, need a new vacuum or like the idea of a cut-price getaway, the mighty Black Friday 2024 sales have it all.
Nespresso x Liberty Vertuo Next Coffee Machine and Milk Frother Bundle
Nespresso’s latest pod coffee machine range is a step above the traditional designs. Compatible pods all have a barcode which instructs the machine how to brew each coffee to its optimum flavour, whether it’s a long americano or a short double espresso. Now, you can get the machine as well as a milk frother and 50 pods all for less than £100.
Was £248
Buy now £99.00, Nespresso
NESPRESSO by De'Longhi Lattissima One EN510.W Coffee Machine - White
Best for: Nespresso lovers
De’Longhi has made a name for itself designing sleek coffee-makers for the globally-recognised coffee-pod brand and George Clooney-fronted vehicle Nespresso. The Lattissima One EN510.W is a pod-coffee-upgrading machine as well as a pod coffee machine, giving you the option to turn your cup of Nespresso into a cup of ‘Ncappuccino’, or even ‘Nlatte macchiato’.
The Lattissima One is a Nespresso machine with an added milk system, which automatically froths and delivers milk in accordance with the preset recipes built into the unit. The machine is single-serve by design, but still delivers that familiar Nespresso quality with a milky twist. It’s easy to use, easy to clean and exceedingly easy to look at as well; if you’re a Nespresso adherent, this is undoubtedly for you.
Was £219.99
Buy now £158.00, John Lewis
De'Longhi Stilosa EC260.GR 1 Liter Coffee Machine
Best for: Classic espresso at a budget-friendly price
For espresso lovers on a budget, the De'Longhi Stilosa EC260.GR offers an affordable yet quality-driven experience. Featuring a 15-bar pump, this machine is designed to deliver a classic espresso with a full-bodied flavour and aroma. Its simple interface and compact size make it an excellent choice for anyone seeking an easy-to-use espresso maker without sacrificing performance.
The Stilosa EC260.GR includes a manual steam wand, enabling you to create creamy froth for cappuccinos and lattes with just a little practice. Its stainless-steel boiler ensures longevity and durability, and the removable 1-litre water tank makes refilling and cleaning a breeze. This machine’s compact build is ideal for small kitchens, apartments, or anyone with limited counter space.
Beyond its straightforward functionality, the De'Longhi Stilosa includes a variety of user-friendly features, such as a dual-purpose filter holder that can accommodate both ground coffee and ESE pods, giving you flexibility in how you brew. The anti-drip design keeps the machine clean during use, and the energy-saving auto shut-off feature ensures you’re not using unnecessary power.
If you’re new to espresso machines or looking for a cost-effective way to enjoy quality coffee at home, the Stilosa EC260.GR is a dependable option.
Was: £126.99
Buy now £84.99, Amazon
DeLonghi Primadonna Soul Automatic Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
If you're serious about coffee - and let's face it, who isn't? - then investing in a premium machine is key. Luckily, Black Friday is the best time to ease the burden on your finances. DeLonghi has wipes £525 off the cost of its Primadonna machine, meaning you can enjoy coffee grinding optimising, brewing modes, and memory functions for less.
Make two cups at once and choose from 21 beverages, all at the touch of a button.
Was: £1379
Buy now £854.00, Very
Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse II VCF147 Coffee Machine White
Breville’s One-Touch CoffeeHouse has a built-in milk resevoir so it can make everything from lattes to cappuccinos with just the press of a button – as well as the classic single and double shot espressos, naturally. Better yet, you can choose between ground coffee or ESE pods depending on your personal preference.
Was £349.99
Buy now £169.99, Currys
Breville VCF126 Barista Max Coffee Machine - Stainless Steel
Best for: Home baristas
The Breville VCF126 Barista Max Coffee Machine is an ideal choice for aspiring home baristas who want more control over their brew. It features a 15-bar Italian pump, allowing you to extract espresso with a richness and depth of flavour that rivals your local coffee shop. Combined with an integrated grinder and steam wand, the Barista Max offers the tools needed to replicate barista-quality drinks right from your kitchen.
The integrated stainless-steel conical burr grinder lets you choose from 30 grind settings, which is perfect for experimenting with different coffee types and strengths. This machine’s Pre-Infusion Technology evenly wets the coffee grounds before brewing, enhancing the overall extraction for a more balanced espresso shot. The Breville Barista Max also includes a Thermoblock heating system, ensuring that every cup is served at the ideal temperature without the wait time common in single-boiler machines.
For those who love milk-based drinks, the manual steam wand allows you to craft frothy cappuccinos and creamy lattes with ease, giving you full control over milk texture and temperature. Its compact design makes it a good fit for various kitchen setups, while the two-litre water tank means fewer refills, which is handy during busier mornings.
With easy-to-clean components and a straightforward interface, this coffee machine fits seamlessly into any coffee lover’s daily routine.
Was: £461.99
Buy now £298.99, Amazon
Breville VCF153 Barista Max+ Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
Best for: All-in-one convenience
This espresso machine simplifies coffee-making, allowing you to enjoy café-quality drinks at home. It features an integrated grinder with 30 settings for precise coffee dosage and a timer to optimise extraction. The Temp IQ Shot Control ensures stable water flow and temperature for consistently great flavour, while a powerful steam wand creates velvety microfoam for lattes and cappuccinos.
Perfect for coffee aficionados who want both quality and convenience in one sleek package.
Was: £499.99
Buy now £349.99, Currys
Morphy Richards Stainless Steel Traditional Compact Pump Espresso Machine
If you prefer a traditional coffee machine but don’t have the counter space for a full size, Morphy Richards’ compact take is the answer. Not only does it have a barista-style press system, but it also features a built-in milk frother and a dual cup dispenser so it’s even efficient when you’re hosting.
Was £169.99
Buy now £99.00, Morphy Richards
Smeg EGF03 Retro Style Espresso Coffee Machine with Grinder, 2.4L
Smefg's coffee makers are a sight to behold thanks to their vintage styling and array of cute colours. Not just a pretty face, this espresso making appliance comes with a grinder for the freshest-tasting shots every single time.
Was: £849
Buy now £649.00, Very
Lavazza A Modo Mio Desea Coffee Machine
Key Specifications
Lavazza started in the 19th century as a Turin-based coffee roastery. Its swift ascent to the global coffee market made it a household name, forever attributed with great-quality at-home coffee – and great, accessible barista coffee, too. Lavazza’s A Modo Mio pod coffee products have been lauded since 2007, and continue to be, with new coffee makers greatly expanding the versatility of the brand.
This is the Desea, its latest pod coffee maker and a significant upgrade on its legacy coffee maker devices. Its simple touch-sensitive interface belies a much niftier functionality, which makes this a particularly fun form of pod coffee maker.
One-half of the unit’s interface is devoted to drawing espresso, with four pre-set lengths for a one-shot, double-shot, long coffee and a manual pour mode. The other half is dedicated to an exceedingly smart milk-frothing system, with three coffee presets – short cappuccino, long cappuccino and latte macchiato – and a just-milk frothing option. A further button for each section boosts the water temperature and foam amount respectively.
The milk-frothing system is smart on account of its intuitive design. A milk-frothing jug is supplied with the unit, which mates to the machine via a lid with an attached steam wand and frother. When you insert the jug, the Desea detects it and enables only the milk settings; when the jug is absent, only the coffee settings can be accessed. This makes using the Desea foolproof, even groggily-eyed at the crack of dawn.
The smart, all-in-one functionality of the Desea makes it a phenomenal entry in the pod coffee space, and a mightily satisfying machine to use too. Well-built, sturdy, easy to use and uncompromisingly good at everything it’s designed to do: at this price, the Lavazza A Modo Mio Desea is quite simply a steal.
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Was: £249
Buy now £124.50, Lavazza
Bosch Tassimo Style Coffee Machine with 2 Pack of Tassimo Discs
Save a whopping £83 on this Very good deal which pairs a Tassimo style coffee maker with two packs of discs to create barista-level brews. The compact appliance is ideal for small kitchens and boasts Intellibrew technology to ensure each cup tastes as refreshing as the last.
Was: £117
Buy now £34.00, Very
Jura E8 15662 Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
Best for: High-end, fully automated brewing
Delicious drinks are the order of the day with this Jura bean to cup coffee machine. There’s something for everyone with 10 strength settings to choose from. 3D Brewing and Aroma Control make sure everything comes out bursting with flavour, and it has a milk frother as well to give your drinks a wonderfully creamy finish. Are you and your coffee-drinking partner both in a hurry? This model can make two drinks at once, so there’s no waiting around to get your day started.
Was: £1,295
Buy now £999.95, Harts of Stur
Krups Nespresso Essenza
Key Specifications
If some of the Nespresso price tags leave you wincing at the prospect, the Krups Nespresso Essenza is a no-frills machine that comes at a more budget-friendly RRP.
The small and compact design of the Essenza also makes it a popular choice for those who want to add a Nespresso maker to their kitchen without taking up valuable countertop space. It’s even small enough to take with you on road trips if you can’t bear the thought of surviving on an instant during your weekends away.
Don’t be fooled into thinking the lower price tag means lower quality, however - this Nespresso machine has a 19-bar high-performance pump and still heats up quickly in around 25 seconds. Whilst perhaps best suited to making espressos, its removable drip tray allows it to accommodate taller latte glasses too.
It’s worth remembering that the smaller size of this Nespresso machine means the capsule container fills up quickly and the water capacity is only 0.6L. However, that’s a minor sacrifice in exchange for its small size and affordability.
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Was: £133.47
Buy now £118.52, Amazon
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When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday always takes place the day after Americans host their annual Thanksgiving feast. This year, Thanksgiving fell on Thursday, November 28, which meant Black Friday began on November 29.
When does Black Friday end?
Though it might come as a surprise to some, Black Friday actually tends to last the entire weekend – right up to the tech extravaganza that is Cyber Monday on December 2.
Why is it called Black Friday?
The annual post-Thanksgiving sales event tends to push businesses across the globe from being ‘in the red’ to ‘in the black’ – old-timer’s talk to describe becoming profitable once more. Hurrah!
