Should You Take the Plunge and Buy an Home Espresso Machine? If you're a coffee lover thinking about getting serious about your morning brew, investing in an espresso machine for your home might be the next logical step. But with so many options on the market at varying price points, it can be hard to decide if it's worth it or know where to start. In this blog post, I'll walk through the major factors to consider and answer some common questions on how espresso machines work, the benefits of owning one, and whether it's really for you. How hard is it to use an espresso machine? For the average home barista, using an espresso machine properly takes some practice but isn't overly complex once you get the hang of it. The basic process is: grind whole beans to an espresso-fine consistency, dose ground coffee into the portafilter basket, tamp it down firmly, lock into the grouphead, and pull shots. More advanced machines offer extra controls and customization options