What types of coffee makers exist in the world?

Coffee makers have become everyday utensils, almost essential in breakfasts around the world. As such, to get that delicious freshly brewed coffee, today we have a wide variety of types of coffee makers for all tastes.

In this article of Incapto we are going to show you all What types of coffee makers exist in the world, analyzing their pros and cons. Thus, you can opt for the most suitable machine, ready to enter the aromatic world of coffee?

7 types of coffee makers currently exist

If you want to incorporate a new coffee maker into your life, keep in mind that you have a wide variety to choose from. Below, we analyze the most notable ones and see the advantages and disadvantages of each of them.

Automatic coffee machines

Without a doubt, this is one of the best coffee makers that exist today on the market. They are usually chosen for gift to coffee lovers.

These provide the advantages of more traditional coffee makers, giving the authenticity of the best coffee in flavor, while being easy to handle. You just have to put the coffee beans in the tank, wait for it to be hot and brew it by activating the relevant button. In this sense, it is important to highlight that Incapto It roasts coffee in an artisanal way and has the highest quality varieties available.

With automatic coffee machines you can enjoy freshly ground coffee in just 30 seconds. Freshly ground and freshly brewed coffee is a lot tastier and more intense than the one that is bought already ground; The same thing happens with fruit juices, it is always better to drink it freshly squeezed than to buy it packaged.

The pros

• - Possibility of tasting coffees with freshly ground beans.
• - Ability to adapt the desired intensity of the coffee.
• - Great ease of use.
• - Models that are easy to clean and maintain.
• - Some devices come with accessories for milk and other accessories.

The cons

• - More voluminous than other models. Therefore, in Incapto we have created the most compact superautomatic on the market, only 18 cm wide
• - Sometimes they have higher prices. Although this is not the case of Incapto, since we offer the best prices on the market.

Espresso machines

The coffee makers espresso type They are what allow the user to make their coffee with the entire process in its entirety. That is, you take the whole beans and put the water very hot to generate a cup of coffee with a very intense flavor.

Nowadays they are not the most common, but they are still very present on the market.

The pros

• - They allow you to prepare different types of coffee.
• - Some models integrate milk frothers for a more professional result.
• - The process is quite fast, although slower than with an automatic.
• - The result is intense.
• - They allow you to prepare several cups simultaneously.

The cons

• - They get dirty quickly and you have to constantly worry about their maintenance.
• - They are machines more associated with uses in the hospitality industry, rather than at a private level.
• - Those that do not have an integrated grinder require more preparation time, since you have to grind first
• - Quite a large size.
• - Requires greater skill.

Capsule coffee machines

Capsule coffee makers have a very simple and comfortable way of using them. You just have to insert the capsule with the type of coffee of the consumer's choice and with just the touch of a button you can get a cup of this delicious freshly made drink.

In recent years, they have become very popular in homes; In fact, it represents the large market share in Spain: between 40-45% of people take it that way.

The pros

• - They are very simple devices to use in the home.
• - Faster than other alternatives.
• - It allows a wide variety of coffees, although they are not high quality coffees.
• - Easy to clean.
• - They have an affordable price for most pockets.

The cons

• - They make much more noise than other coffee makers.
• - They are less ecological due to the waste generated by the capsules.
• - They have incompatibility with some coffee brands.
• - The coffee is not freshly ground, it takes time to grind and roast. In addition, it may contain traces or particles of plastic or aluminum.

Drip coffee makers

Drip coffee makers have a very traditional format which consists of a jug and a space for coffee. Its operation is quite simple, since you just have to fill the water tank, place the coffee in the filter holder, turn on the coffee maker and wait for it to be done.

The pros

• - They are quite cheap models.
• - They have a very simple operation.
• - Cleaning is easy.

The cons

• - Coffee can overheat if not operated carefully.
• - If it is lightly ground it may acquire a somewhat bitter taste.
• - It is a more widespread model in Nordic countries, the coffee does not come out intense or “espresso”, but rather more watered down.
• - It is a slower process and requires more patience. Depending on the amount of coffee and the amount of water, between 2 and 4 minutes of preparation.

Italian coffee makers

The Italian ones are another of the types of coffee makers that exist. In fact, it was the most used years ago, so she is an old acquaintance in homes.

Its operation is very basic, since you only have to put the water in the compartment indicated for it, put the coffee in the tank, close it and leave it on the heat. By the sound you will know when your coffee is finished.

The pros

• - They are among the cheapest on the market.
• - They do not take up much space and can be stored when not in use.
• - They allow you to make large quantities of coffee at once.

The cons

• - Cleaning these coffee makers is uncomfortable and must be done daily.
• - Cooktops are required for use.
• - Takes longer than other coffee makers.
• - The result may be less aromatic.

Plunger coffee makers

These are French coffee makers and their use is already very unusual today due to having more efficient mechanisms. Their principle is the infusion of coffee, so they are presented in the form of a jug and must be filled with both water and coffee, brewing is done and allowed to rest for a few minutes.

The pros

• - It lacks paper filters and allows intense oils to give the coffee more nuances.
• - It is a simple method to make coffee.

The cons

• - The cup of coffee has a short life and must be consumed very quickly.
• - Cleaning can be cumbersome.

Hydropressure coffee makers

Hydropressure coffee makers are not very well known and many people confuse them with automatic coffee makers because of their appearance. The main difference with other methods is that they work by steam and they give rise to a fairly smooth coffee, with less intensity than espresso.

On the one hand, these devices inject steam to produce coffee and on the other hand, the freshly made product comes out, so their operation is not very complex.

The pros

• - They have affordable prices.
• - Coffee is made in a simple way.
• - They are small in size and light in weight.

The cons

• - It has limitations when making different types of coffee.
• - Gives rise to a less intense drink.
• - Limit of 3 simultaneous cups.

Now that you know what types of coffee makers exist, which one do you choose? The truth is that since Incapto, As coffee experts that we are, we recommend the automatic coffee makers. And it is a coffee maker that is very easy to use, economical and will offer you the most delicious coffee.

With these coffee makers you will be able to feel the flavor of specialty coffee without having to leave your home. And, furthermore, with a very reasonable price per cup and no waste. It's our choice!