Some of the best espresso machines are expensive. I know — it's my job to test a whole bunch of them. But more often than not, there's a reason for that. Espresso machines are expensive because they're complicated, specialized machines.
But out of the many I've tested, one stands out to me as my favorite. And that's the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera. Not only does this machine make delicious espresso, it's also completely mess-free, steams a mean milk, and has a range of espresso settings. This is the espresso machine I want to tie the proverbial knot with.
