8 Best Latte Machines of 2024, Tested by Kitchen Appliance Pros

In our tests, we liked how this easy-to-use machine preheated in under five seconds, brewed espresso in about 30 seconds and produced hot frothed milk (it comes with a steam wand and frothing jug) with impressive microfoam in under one minute. This means that you could have a perfect latte in under two minutes!

It allows you to set both the temperature and amount of foam in your milk, making it easy to customize your latte. The frother automatically purges the inside with clean hot water after each use so that it doesn’t clog.

The Breville Bambino Plus was not only one of the most compact latte machines we tested, it also had one of the biggest water reservoirs (64 ounces), which means less refilling. Our favorite feature is the double-wall basket in the portafilter, which is more forgiving than single-wall filters found in most espresso makers — it helps produce a decent espresso even when the coffee is inconsistently ground. More color options are available at Williams Sonoma, including a dark red and olive green.

This latte machine is easy to use and it will consistently make a decent latte. For just under $100, it is a great value and quickly becomes worth it with the money you save avoiding coffee shops. It takes ground coffee for a single or double shot or soft coffee pods (coffee in a tea-bag-like round paper filter).

The body is made of BPA-free plastic and the removable water reservoir holds about 50 ounces of water. The shot size is not automated, which allows you to determine the size of your espresso shot. You can also control the amount of steam released from the steam wand to heat or create foam in your milk with an easy-to-use dial, though you will have to purchase a frothing jug separately.

The built-in frother and specialty coffee concentrate function on this Ninja latte maker allow for espresso-like drinks in addition to regular coffee. It can accommodate both ground coffee and K-cups, thanks to a special K-cup attachment that's interchangeable with the regular brew basket.

When brewing, you can choose between classic or rich coffee, coffee over ice, or specialty coffee. The water tank can also be positioned on the side or the back of the machine, allowing for optimal counter space configuration.

Testers noted that the milk frother does not steam the milk, so preheated milk is required. The frother also created large bubbles in the milk in some tests, and smaller, denser bubbles are preferable for an extra-creamy texture.

For a fast, straightforward latte machine for Nespresso pods, you can't beat this model.

Simply fill up the removable water reservoir (which attaches to the back of the machine) and milk container (which can be stored in the fridge), insert your Nespresso pod and choose what type of espresso-based beverage you'd like from the labeled buttons. Select from six presets: latte, latte macchiato, cappuccino, espresso, lungo or warm milk froth. The machine will dispense rich espresso and hot milk from an automatic frother that creates creamy foam. A dial allows you to adjust how foamy you want your milk.

We love the easily removable compartment that catches the used Nespresso pods, which are recyclable, and the adjustable base to accommodate coffee mugs of all sizes. As a bonus, you can customize the settings for each type of drink, adjusting the volume of espresso and milk dispensed, though some users found the customization process wasn't intuitive and required some learning.

This model is similar to the Nespresso machine, but uses ground coffee instead of pods. The Mr. Coffee Espresso Machine is easy to set up and prime, heats up quickly and it is fun to use, making it the best latte machine for beginners.

While testers found it noisier than other models, it brewed great-tasting espresso and perfectly frothed milk at the same time with the touch of a button. It features two removable reservoirs, one for water and one for milk (which can be stored in the fridge when not in use).

Point the frothing wand towards your cup and hot foamy milk will be released into it; we were impressed that steamed milk did not splatter during this process. A dial on the milk canister allows you to control the amount of foam created, and since the frothing tube can be cleaned with a touch of a button, we recommend cleaning it after each use.

This fully automated latte machine from Phillips grinds, brews and froths with the push of a button. It has a straightforward touchscreen control panel that makes it easy to select and brew five coffee drinks: espresso, cappuccino and latte macchiato as well as black coffee and Americano.

It has a removable, dishwasher-safe milk hopper with markings that let you know how much milk to add for your latte, though we wish the markings were easier to read. Testers also noted how easy it was keep clean, including the milk frother and the coffee basket with used grounds. Testers found the drinks flavorful but light-bodied, and not as hot as those from other machines.

The De'Longhi La Specialista comes with valuable bells and whistles that make its higher price point worth it.

We love the built-in grinder that measures the exact amount of ground coffee you need for either a single or double shot of espresso. The built-in tamper helps you achieve evenly compressed coffee grounds for properly extracted flavors. We also love that it preheats quickly, self-cleans and reminds you when it's time to descale and clean your coffee maker.

It features a removable water reservoir and a pull-down tray to get small cups closer to the espresso spout, which is important for richer crema. In our tests, we found both the espresso maker and frother to be relatively quiet. Most importantly, the espresso was full of flavor and crema, and the frother was easy to clean.

This latte machine makes “espresso-style” coffee by brewing a concentrated shot of coffee from your favorite K-cup (or a Keurig reusable coffee filter, which is sold separately). Its removable water reservoir holds 60 ounces of water. Out of all the latte machines we tested, we loved this lidded stainless steel frother the most because it was the easiest to use.

It has three settings (cold, latte and cappuccino), and it automatically froths milk until foamy with a simple touch of a button. The inside of the frother, which is dishwasher-safe, has a clearly marked fill line for lattes (about 6 ounces). Unlike other Keurig machines, it does not have an auto-start function, but it is still quiet, fast and easy to use first thing in the morning.