I am looking at purchasing my first espresso machine and grinder within a $1500 price range.
Currently, I use a Porlex hand grinder and an Aeropress or Chemex. I buy beans weekly from local roasters in Melbourne. I want to start making espresso (with milk) at home. Will only be making 2 cups per day. My kitchen isn't huge, so the inbuilt grinder is a bit of a drawcard but would prefer quality over convenience.
After a bit of searching I thought one of the below might suit my needs, but would appreciate any recommendations, tips, veto etc.
Lelit Combi with PID // $1249 with inbuilt grinder
Rancillio Silvia // without PID $849.00
- with PID is an extra $500, which might not fit into my budget depending on the grinder
Breville The Dual Boiler Espresso Machine // $799
Grinders
BARATZA SETTE 270 // $449
Compak K3 // $550
Currently, I use a Porlex hand grinder and an Aeropress or Chemex. I buy beans weekly from local roasters in Melbourne. I want to start making espresso (with milk) at home. Will only be making 2 cups per day. My kitchen isn't huge, so the inbuilt grinder is a bit of a drawcard but would prefer quality over convenience.
After a bit of searching I thought one of the below might suit my needs, but would appreciate any recommendations, tips, veto etc.
Lelit Combi with PID // $1249 with inbuilt grinder
Rancillio Silvia // without PID $849.00
- with PID is an extra $500, which might not fit into my budget depending on the grinder
Breville The Dual Boiler Espresso Machine // $799
Grinders
BARATZA SETTE 270 // $449
Compak K3 // $550

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