The Best Commercial Coffee Machines in 2026

*This article was originally published in September 2024, and has since been updated in January 2026*

The best commercial coffee machine in 2026 (in our opinion) is the Eversys E4 Super Automatic Espresso Machine.

Loved and used by businesses such as Leon and Blank Street, with incredibly high drink capacity, automated milk steaming and espresso extraction features, the Eversys E4 is a clear winner for commercial outlets, providing limitless quality coffees both at speed and with ease.

However, with it's high price tag and features that might not be suitable for every environment, the E4 isn't necessarily the best choice for every business. Let's discover a few more options in this article. 

What are The Best Commercial Coffee Machines This Year?

We’ve been helping businesses choose their ideal coffee machines since our humble beginnings back in 1985, and now have over 40 years of experience selling, and taking care of, high quality commercial coffee equipment.

So, to help you along your research journey, this blog post outlines our favourite commercial coffee machines in 2024 for a number of categories including:

The coffee machines mentioned have all been used and tested by our team along with our growing list of 500+ wholesale coffee partners across the UK.

Our Top Commercial Coffee Machine for 2026

Eversys E4 Super Automatic Espresso Machine

The Eversys E4 is a premium super-automatic machine engineered for high-volume commercial environments. It automates key functions such as espresso extraction and milk texturing with precision controls and smart technology, delivering consistently excellent drinks with minimal barista input.

Its robust build and intuitive interface make it ideal for busy cafés, quick-service restaurants, hotels, or any business where speed, consistency, and quality are essential. While the investment is significant, the E4 rewards with reliability, drink capacity, and operational efficiency.

Best Value Coffee Machine This Year

Sanremo D8 Traditional Espresso Machine

If you're searching for fantastic performance on a budget, the Sanremo D8 should be your top choice in 2026: A heat-exchange espresso machine built for cafés and hospitality environments that prioritise craft espresso and tactile control. It gives trained baristas the tools to dial in shots precisely and produce café-quality espresso and milk drinks consistently.

Its competitive price point and robust construction make it a strong value choice for independent cafés, boutique coffee shops, and restaurants that serve a high volume of espresso-based drinks but don’t need full automation.

Top Machine Pick for Skilled Baristas

Sanremo Café Racer Espresso Machine

The Sanremo Café Racer is a high-performance traditional espresso machine designed for skilled baristas who demand absolute control and consistency. Renowned for its exceptional temperature stability, advanced brewing features, and fully customisable controls, it allows baristas to fine-tune extraction with precision.

Powerful steam performance and a high drink capacity mean it can comfortably serve hundreds of cups per day without compromising quality. This makes the Café Racer an excellent choice for speciality coffee shops, high-end cafés, and hospitality venues where coffee quality is a defining part of the customer experience.

Best For Ease of Use

Schaerer Soul 2-Step

Chosen for ease of use, the Schaerer Soul 2-Step excels with automated milk texturing and perfect espresso extraction at the push of a button. Designed to simplify high-quality drink production, it delivers consistent results with minimal training, making it a reliable choice for businesses prioritising operational simplicity.

Its solid engineering and absence of an internal milk system reduce maintenance demands and help minimise breakdowns. This makes the Soul 2-Step particularly well-suited to busy hospitality venues, hotel breakfast services, convenience stores, and cafés seeking quality drinks without the complexity of full barista workflows.

Best Bulk Brewer (Filter Coffee)

Marco Jet 6L Brewer

The Marco Jet 6L Brewer is engineered for bulk filter coffee service, making large volumes easy to produce and serve without compromising flavour clarity. Its generous capacity and reliable brewing performance mean you can deliver consistent, properly extracted filter coffee throughout busy periods.

Built with straightforward controls and durable components, the Jet is ideal for high-traffic environments such as conference centres, office coffee programmes, hotel breakfast buffets, catering operations, and cafés that need to serve filter coffee in quantity.

Bridge Coffee Roaster’s Honourable Mentions for 2026

Now that we’ve covered our top picks for coffee machines, here are three quick honourable mentions that are definitely worth considering.

Sanremo F18 Multiboiler

A high capacity multiboiler espresso machine offering independent temperature control for brewing and steaming, suited to cafés prioritising thermal stability and extraction precision. Fantastic performance at a great price - everything you need and nothing more.

Learn More -> Sanremo F18

Mahlkonig E80S GBS 

A high speed, high capacity espresso grinder with a unique 'Grind by Sync' system, keeping espresso extraction dialled throughout the day by automatically adjusting grind size for your barista. Eliminates the guesswork and creates delicious coffee during even your busiest days.

Learn More -> Mahlkonig E80s

Marco Milkpal

An automatic milk steaming system, providing baristas of any skill level with hands-free perfectly textured milk. Free up your teams during service and eliminate staff inconsistency with this fantistic, high capacity accessory.

Learn More -> Marco Milkpal