Espresso on a Budget
Getting real espresso under $200 means choosing between a manual press and a good moka-pot setup, and spending your remaining budget on a burr grinder. Pre-ground coffee is where most home espresso dies.
What to check
- Long-term owner reviews over launch-week hype.
- Parts and consumables availability 2+ years out.
- Total cost of ownership, not sticker price.
What to ignore
- Feature-count marketing and invented awards.
- Spec charts copied from the listing itself.
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