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Best alternatives to the Jura E8

The Breville Bambino Plus is the strongest alternative.

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The Breville Bambino Plus at work: an espresso machine steaming milk for a latte

Strongest all-rounder

Breville Bambino PlusBreville Bambino PlusTiny, fast, beginner-friendly espresso maker with surprisingly good milk foam

Suits you if

  • You're new to espresso and want good results quickly
  • Your counter space is tight

Most dependable

Breville Barista Touch ImpressBreville Barista Touch ImpressThe easiest way to make café-style espresso drinks at home

Suits you if

  • You're new to espresso and want great drinks without a learning curve
  • You love lattes and cappuccinos, including with oat, almond, or soy milk

Easiest to live with

Ninja Luxe CafeNinja Luxe CafeFriendly all-in-one espresso maker that takes the guesswork out of lattes

Suits you if

  • You're new to espresso and want guidance on grinding and dosing
  • You love lattes, cappuccinos, or cold foam drinks, including plant milks

If not this, then what?

If the Jura E8 isn't quite right, start with the Breville Bambino Plus: it suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly. The Jura E8 is still a great fit if you want great espresso and cappuccinos at the push of a button.

We researched 42 expert reviews, analyzed 92,558 owner ratings and comments across 21 sources for 8 espresso machines, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.

Questions people actually ask

What is the best alternative to the Jura E8?

The Breville Bambino Plus. It suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly.

Based on: Product Review score 86 vs 74 for the Jura E8, across 7 alternatives.

Is there a more reliable alternative to the Jura E8?

Not really. The Jura E8 is about as dependable as anything we cover.

Based on: Reliability 79 for the Breville Barista Touch Impress vs 81.

What is the best alternative to the Jura E8 from another brand?

The Breville Bambino Plus. It suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly.

Based on: Highest-scoring model not made by Jura (86).

Is there a cheaper alternative to the Jura E8?

Yes, the Breville Bambino Plus. It usually costs less and suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly.

Based on: Typical prices: Jura E8 $2,099–$2,799; Breville Bambino Plus $399–$500.

Your other options, ranked

How each one compares with the Jura E8
  1. 01Breville Bambino Plus

    Breville Bambino Plus

    Tiny, fast, beginner-friendly espresso maker with surprisingly good milk foam

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  2. 02Breville Barista Touch Impress

    Breville Barista Touch Impress

    The easiest way to make café-style espresso drinks at home

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    Higher score (+9)Happier ownersExperts rate it higherJura E8 vs Breville Barista Touch Impress →
  3. 03Breville Barista Express Impress

    Breville Barista Express Impress

    An easy, all-in-one way to make really good espresso at home

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    Higher score (+7)Happier ownersExperts rate it higherJura E8 vs Breville Barista Express Impress →
  4. 04Ninja Luxe Cafe

    Ninja Luxe Cafe

    Friendly all-in-one espresso maker that takes the guesswork out of lattes

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    Higher score (+4)Happier ownersJura E8 vs Ninja Luxe Cafe →
  5. 05Breville Barista Express

    Breville Barista Express

    Café-quality espresso at home, if you're willing to learn the ropes

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  6. 06Breville Oracle Jet

    Breville Oracle Jet

    Café-style drinks made easy, at a steep price with some quirks

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    Higher score (+2)Happier ownersExperts rate it higherJura E8 vs Breville Oracle Jet →
  7. 07Rancilio Silvia Pro X

    Rancilio Silvia Pro X

    A sturdy, precise dual boiler that rewards hands-on home baristas

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    Higher score (+1)Happier ownersJura E8 vs Rancilio Silvia Pro X →