Espresso machines for beginner under ~$1,500

Easy to learn, forgiving, good first machine. These 18 sit in our entry + mid-range tiers — roughly under $1,500.

Last verified 2026-06-11 · 18 models · tiers are price bands — confirm the current price at the retailer

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