Top 2 Budget Coffee Machines 2026

What we love

• Compact 8-7/8 x 5-7/8 x 10-5/8 in footprint fits small kitchens and apartments
• Removable water tank is easy to fill and fully washable
• Charcoal purifying filter lasts up to 2 years under normal use
• Glass carafe with automatic keep-warm plate; cULus listed

Worth knowing

• Only 1-year limited warranty
• Max 24 oz (5 cups) capacity limits it to small households
• No descaling indicator; manual requires citric acid cleaning every 3 months
• Basic single on/off switch; no timer or strength control; glass carafe best consumed soon after brew

What we love

• You want a $90 machine that actually reaches brewing temperature (200°F) without spending on premium brands.
• Dishwasher-safe parts and a descaling indicator matter to you for easy daily maintenance.
• You understand the BPA-free-only safety limitation and are comfortable with it at this price.
• You want a 12-cup machine with simple programmable features without a large investment.

Worth knowing

• Chemical safety in water-contact plastics is important to your family — the brew path has moderate plastic and only a BPA-free claim.
• You want independent SCA certification that the machine brews to gold standard — this machine doesn't have it despite hitting the right temperature.
• You're comparing this to SCA-certified options — the OXO Brew 8-Cup at $200 delivers significantly better validated performance.