THE BEST COFFEE & ESPRESSO GEAR
OUR TOP PICKS
OF 2026
Top 3 Coffee Bar Accessories
Have a home barista in your life that landed on the nice list? We've rounded up the Top 3 picks that will upgrade their coffee bar.
Sean rounds out the list with the accessories that earned their spot on the bar.
Top 3 Superauto Machine Picks
Seattle Coffee Gear's top superautomatic espresso machines of the year. These all-in-one espresso machines provide quality drinks for any skill level!
Sean walks through what earned these superautomatics a spot on the list.
Top 3 Semi-automatic Machine Picks
Top 3 Semi-automatic Machine Picks
This is a great place to start if you are looking to jump from a capsule or pod coffee machine into making espresso yourself at home. Be ready for the best espresso you've ever had!
Here's Sean's take on why these semi-automatics stood out this year.
Top 3 Espresso Grinder Picks
Great espresso starts with great beans and a good grinder. Consistency is key when dialing-in your espresso shot. We recommend these grinders as a perfect place to start.
Sean gets into the details on why these grinders made the cut.
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Top 3 Advanced Espresso Grinders
If you're looking to take the next step in your espresso game then you're probably in the market for a great grinder. These are the cream of the crop in terms of speed consistency and features.
Curious what makes a grinder "advanced"? Sean breaks it down with this year's picks.
Top 3 Advanced Semi-auto Machine Picks
Our picks for best semi-automatic espresso machine over $1,500 are designed to help you find the right machine, not just the most expensive one.
Sean explains what sets these advanced semi-automatics apart from the rest.
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Top 3 Coffee Bar Accessories
Have a home barista in your life that landed on the nice list? We've rounded up the Top 3 picks that will upgrade their coffee bar.
Sean rounds out the list with the accessories that earned their spot on the bar.
Top 3 Manual Brewing Methods
This is a wonderful place to start if you’re ready to step away from quick pods or capsules and embrace the slower ritual of brewing. A drip coffee maker lets you enjoy the calming process of fresh coffee preparation, filling your home with aroma and delivering a rich, balanced cup.
Sean dives into what makes these manual brewers worth the extra effort.
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Top 3 Coffee Roasts
Bold blends to distinctly sourced origins, these roasts were our standouts of the year!
Sean talks through what made this roast our clear favorite this year.
