In many homes the coffee order splits down the middle. Most of the family wants a pot of plain drip coffee, maybe sweetened with piloncillo for café de olla, while one person wants an espresso, a cortado, or the base for a carajillo after dinner. Two machines take a lot of counter. A combination machine promises both from one body, and some of them deliver.
This guide is the narrower cousin of our coffee maker and espresso machine guides. It looks only at machines that make both drip-style coffee and espresso, and it is careful about the difference between real pump espresso, capsule espresso, and the “espresso-style” concentrates some drip machines make. Specifications come from each listing or maker; where a figure is not published we write “Not stated”.
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Quick verdict: which coffee maker espresso combo to buy
For most homes, the best coffee maker espresso combo is the De’Longhi All-in-One COM532M: it brews a 10-cup pot of drip coffee and pulls espresso from a 15-bar pump at the same time, with a steam wand for milk and a 24-hour timer. If you want fresh-ground espresso and coffee by the cup, the Ninja Luxe Café Premier has a built-in burr grinder and guided dosing. For capsule espresso plus a full pot from your own grounds, choose the Ninja Espresso & Coffee Maker CFN601; for the least fuss, the Nespresso Vertuo Up.
The table compares the five we would point most households toward. All nine machines are reviewed in full below it.
Five coffee and espresso combos compared
How each machine makes its coffee and its espresso, as the listings describe them.
| Machine | Best for | Drip coffee | Espresso | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
De’Longhi All-in-One Coffee and Espresso MakerBest overall
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A pot and an espresso at once | 10-cup pot, 24-hour timer | 15-bar pump, ground coffee | View on Amazon |
Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1Best with a grinder
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Fresh-ground drinks, guided | 6 to 18 oz by the cup | Built-in burr grinder, double or quad | View on Amazon |
Ninja Espresso & Coffee Maker CFN601Capsules plus a pot
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Pod espresso, ground-coffee pot | Cup to 12-cup carafe, 9 sizes | 19-bar, Nespresso Original-style capsules | View on Amazon |
| One button, no cleanup | Capsule coffee, 5 to 18 oz | Single or double, Vertuo capsules | View on Amazon | |
Chefman 8-in-1 Coffee StationMost ways to brew
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Grounds, K-Cups and espresso | 12-cup carafe or single cup | 20-bar pump, grounds or pods | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Pump pressures are as each listing states them; we compare them only as stated.
Our picks for the best coffee maker espresso combo
The nine machines fall into three groups. Some pair a drip machine with a real pump-espresso side that takes ground coffee (the De’Longhi and Chefman). Some grind beans and brew both drinks one cup at a time (the Ninja Luxe Café models and the De’Longhi Magnifica Evo). And some use capsules for the espresso, or for everything (the Ninja CFN601, Cuisinart Barista Bar and Nespresso Vertuo Up). The last pick, Ninja’s Specialty Coffee Maker, makes an espresso-style concentrate rather than espresso, and we explain what that means.
1. De’Longhi All-in-One Coffee and Espresso Maker – Pot and Espresso at the Same Time
This is the classic answer to the combo question: a full drip coffee maker on one side and a pump espresso machine on the other, sharing one body. De’Longhi gives it a dual heating system, so the two sides work independently and you can brew a pot and pull an espresso at the same time. That is the feature that matters at a family breakfast, where nobody wants to wait for the boiler to switch over.
The espresso side uses a 15-bar pump and a portafilter you fill with your own ground coffee, so you can use the same beans as the drip side, ground finer. The steam wand has two settings, according to De’Longhi: micro-foam for lattes and a cappuccino setting for a drier foam. The drip side brews into a 10-cup pot, and a 24-hour timer on the digital touchscreen means the coffee can be ready when you wake up.
The pot is glass, on a warming plate, so the drip coffee is best poured within the hour; if it will sit longer, decant it into an insulated server. There is no grinder, so you need ground coffee or a separate espresso-capable grinder. The listing gives a one-year warranty.
Why we like it
- Brews coffee and espresso simultaneously (dual heating)
- 15-bar pump espresso from your own ground coffee
- Steam wand with micro-foam and cappuccino settings
- 24-hour programmable timer for the pot
Key specifications
| Model | COM532M |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | 10-cup glass pot, programmable |
| Espresso method | Pump, portafilter, ground coffee |
| Pressure | 15 bar |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | Manual steam wand, two settings |
| Water tank | Not stated in the listing |
| Warranty | One year |
Why we recommend it
It suits the household with a split coffee order: a pot for most people, a real espresso or cappuccino for one or two, at the same moment. It is the only machine here that does both at once with ground coffee on both sides.
Skip it if the pot often sits for hours; the glass carafe on a warming plate is the weak spot.
Pros and cons
Pros
- True pump espresso plus a full pot
- Both at once
- Timer for morning coffee
Cons
- Glass pot on a warming plate
- No grinder
- One-year warranty
2. Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 – Grinds, Doses and Froths for You
Ninja’s Luxe Café Premier is an espresso machine with a built-in conical burr grinder (25 settings) that also brews drip-style coffee and cold brew. Ninja calls its guidance system Barista Assist: the machine recommends the grind, doses by weight, has an assisted tamper for pressing the coffee into the basket, and adjusts temperature and pressure for the drink you choose.
On the espresso side you get a double or quad shot, plus a “cold-pressed” espresso brewed at lower temperature and pressure for iced drinks. On the coffee side there are classic, rich and over-ice styles, and cold brew, in seven sizes from 6 to 18 ounces. Note that last point: the coffee is brewed by the cup or mug, not into a pot. The Dual Froth System combines a spinning whisk with a steamer, with four presets including cold foam, so milk can be left to itself.
It comes with a lot in the box: portafilter, milk jug, two baskets, the tamper, cleaning tools, descaling powder and a hard-water test kit. The listing does not give a warranty term.
Why we like it
- Built-in conical burr grinder with 25 settings
- Weight-based dosing and assisted tamping
- Hands-free frothing with four presets
- Drip-style coffee, cold brew and espresso from whole beans
Key specifications
| Model | ES601 |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | Classic, rich, over ice; 6 to 18 oz |
| Espresso method | Pump, portafilter, fresh-ground beans |
| Pressure | Not stated in the US listing |
| Grinder | Conical burr, 25 settings |
| Milk frothing | Dual Froth System, hands-free |
| Water tank | Not stated in the listing |
| Warranty | Not stated in the listing |
Why we recommend it
It suits someone who buys whole beans and wants espresso drinks and a mug of coffee without learning to dial in a grinder by trial and error. The guidance is the point.
Skip it if you need a pot for the family; drip coffee tops out at 18 ounces a brew.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Grinder, scale and tamper built in
- Hot and cold milk foam, hands-free
- Cold brew and iced options
Cons
- No carafe; coffee by the cup
- Large machine
- Warranty not in the listing
3. Ninja Espresso & Coffee Maker CFN601 – Capsule Espresso, Ground-Coffee Pot
The CFN601 splits the job differently. Espresso comes from capsules: it takes Nespresso OriginalLine-style capsules (sold separately) and brews them at 19 bar as an espresso (1.35 oz), a lungo (3.75 oz) or an over-ice shot. Coffee comes from your own grounds, in classic, rich or over-ice styles and nine sizes, from a cup or travel mug up to a full 12-cup glass carafe.
That makes it the easiest way here to get both a real pot for a crowd and a quick espresso without tamping or a grinder. A fold-away frother handles milk for cappuccinos and lattes. Delay Brew, Keep Warm and a Clean function cover the drip side, and a bin holds up to 20 used capsules.
The carafe sits on a warming plate, as with most glass-pot machines. And capsule espresso means paying per shot and choosing among compatible capsules rather than any bean you like.
Why we like it
- Full 12-cup carafe from your own grounds
- 19-bar capsule espresso, lungo or over ice
- Nine brew sizes, cup to carafe
- Fold-away frother and delay brew
Key specifications
| Model | CFN601 |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | 12-cup glass carafe; 9 sizes |
| Espresso method | Nespresso OriginalLine-style capsules |
| Pressure | 19 bar |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | Built-in fold-away frother |
| Water tank | Removable (capacity not stated) |
| Warranty | Not stated in the listing |
Why we recommend it
It suits a family that drinks drip coffee by the pot and wants an occasional espresso or latte with no learning curve.
Skip it if you want espresso from your own beans; the espresso side takes capsules only.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Real pot plus capsule espresso
- No tamping or grinding
- Many brew sizes
Cons
- Espresso from capsules only
- Glass carafe on a warming plate
- Warranty not in the listing
4. Nespresso Vertuo Up Coffee & Espresso Maker – Mugs and Shots from One Button
Nespresso’s Vertuo machines read a code on each capsule and brew the right drink for it, so the same button makes a mug of coffee or an espresso. The Vertuo Up offers six sizes: 5, 8, 12 and 18-ounce coffees, plus single and double espressos. A Coffee Creations button brews a more concentrated cup for pouring over ice.
Nespresso says it is ready to brew in three seconds, and the 47-ounce water tank can be set in more than one position to suit your counter. You can adjust cup size and temperature through the Nespresso app. Vertuo machines use Nespresso’s spinning extraction (it calls it Centrifusion) rather than a 9-bar pump, so the espresso is different in style from a portafilter shot. It is worth knowing before you buy.
There is no frother in this version and no pot: every drink is one capsule, one cup. Vertuo capsules come from Nespresso. Our single-serve coffee maker guide covers the smaller Vertuo Pop+; the Up here adds the larger tank and the iced mode. The listing gives a one-year warranty.
Why we like it
- Coffee (5 to 18 oz) and single or double espresso
- Ready in about three seconds, per Nespresso
- 47 oz multi-position water tank
- Iced-coffee mode and app control
Key specifications
| Model | ENV200W |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | Capsule coffee, 5/8/12/18 oz |
| Espresso method | Vertuo capsules, centrifugal extraction |
| Pressure | Not applicable (no pump extraction stated) |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | None included |
| Water tank | 47 oz |
| Warranty | One year |
Why we recommend it
It suits one or two people who want a big mug in the morning and an espresso after dinner with nothing to grind, tamp or rinse.
Skip it if you want to choose your own beans or brew for a table of eight.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Simplest machine here
- Six drink sizes
- Large, flexible tank
Cons
- Nespresso Vertuo capsules only
- No pot, no frother
- Not pump espresso
5. Chefman 8-in-1 Coffee Station – Pot, Pods and a Portafilter
Chefman’s Coffee Station tries to cover every way a household might make coffee. The drip side brews into a 12-cup carafe on a burner, with an optional keep-warm setting of up to an hour, or you flip down a mug holder and brew a single cup, from grounds or a K-Cup pod. The espresso side has a 20-bar pump and a portafilter with attachments for ground espresso or Nespresso pods.
Milk is handled by a removable automatic steamer that holds up to 16 ounces and makes two sizes of latte or cappuccino at one touch; you can store the milk jug in the fridge between uses. The two sides have their own controls: strength and temperature on the coffee side, drinks on the espresso side. There is also an Over Ice button, and a 3-liter water tank that lifts out for filling at the sink.
Chefman lists 1600 watts and a one-year assurance. It is a big machine, and with so many functions there are more parts to keep clean.
Why we like it
- 12-cup carafe, single cup or K-Cup
- 20-bar pump espresso from grounds or Nespresso pods
- One-touch automatic milk steamer, removable
- Large 3 L removable water tank
Key specifications
| Model | RJ54-CS |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | 12-cup carafe on a burner; single cup |
| Espresso method | Pump, portafilter, grounds or Nespresso pods |
| Pressure | 20 bar |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | Automatic steamer, 16 oz jug |
| Water tank | 3 L |
| Warranty | One-year assurance (Chefman) |
Why we recommend it
It suits a busy household where everyone brews differently: pot, pod, espresso and latte, from one counter spot.
Skip it if you want the simplest machine; with two sets of controls and several attachments, it has the most to learn and the most to clean.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Handles grounds, K-Cups and espresso pods
- Automatic milk frothing
- Big tank
Cons
- Pot sits on a burner
- Bulky
- Many parts to clean
6. Ninja Luxe Café Mini – The Grinder Combo, 30 Percent Smaller
The Luxe Café Mini is Ninja’s answer to the obvious complaint about the Premier: size. Ninja says it is 30 percent smaller than the Luxe Café Pro Series while keeping the parts that matter: an integrated conical burr grinder, a built-in scale for weight-based dosing, and Barista Assist, which sets grind size, dose, temperature and pressure for each drink.
It makes espresso for lattes and cappuccinos and hot or iced drip-style coffee in classic, rich or over-ice styles. Milk is up to you: the Mini has a manual steam wand rather than the Premier’s hands-free frother, so you control temperature and texture yourself. If you would rather not, Ninja also sells a Mini Plus with automatic frothing.
As with the Premier, coffee is brewed by the cup rather than into a pot. It is a newer machine, and the listing does not give a warranty term, water tank size or cold brew function.
Why we like it
- 30 percent smaller than Ninja’s Luxe Café Pro, per Ninja
- Built-in burr grinder and precision scale
- Espresso plus hot or iced drip-style coffee
- Manual steam wand for full control of milk
Key specifications
| Model | ES301 |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | Classic, rich, over ice; by the cup |
| Espresso method | Pump, fresh-ground beans |
| Pressure | Not stated |
| Grinder | Integrated conical burr |
| Milk frothing | Manual steam wand |
| Water tank | Not stated |
| Warranty | Not stated in the listing |
Why we recommend it
It suits a smaller kitchen that still wants fresh-ground espresso and a mug of coffee from one guided machine.
Skip it if you want milk drinks without learning to steam; the Premier’s hands-free frother is easier.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Smaller footprint
- Grinder and scale built in
- Guided brewing
Cons
- Manual milk steaming
- No pot
- Few published specs
7. Cuisinart Coffee Center Barista Bar 4-in-1 – A Pot, K-Cups and Espresso Capsules
Cuisinart’s Barista Bar is built around a 12-cup drip coffee maker, then adds two capsule brewers: a single-serve side for Keurig K-Cups or other single-serve pods in 6, 8 or 10-ounce sizes, and a capsule brewer for Nespresso OriginalLine-style espresso capsules in single and double sizes. Cuisinart says it makes single-serve cappuccinos and lattes too.
The drip side is a familiar Cuisinart: fully automatic with 24-hour programming, Brew Pause, brew strength control, a gold-tone permanent filter and a charcoal water filter. The keep-warm is adjustable for up to four hours, which is long for a glass pot on a plate; for best flavor, pour it sooner.
The listing does not detail how the milk drinks are made, so check the manual if a frother matters to you. The warranty is one year.
Why we like it
- 12-cup programmable drip pot
- K-Cup single-serve side, three sizes
- Nespresso OriginalLine-style espresso, single or double
- Strength control and permanent filter
Key specifications
| Model | SS-4N1 |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | 12 cups, 24-hour programmable |
| Espresso method | Nespresso OriginalLine-style capsules |
| Pressure | Not stated |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | Not detailed in the listing |
| Water tank | Not stated |
| Warranty | One year |
Why we recommend it
It suits a household already buying both K-Cups and espresso capsules that wants a full pot as well, all from one machine.
Skip it if you want espresso from your own coffee; both single-serve sides are capsule-based.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Three brewers in one
- Full programmable pot
- Works with two pod systems
Cons
- Capsule espresso only
- Glass pot on a warming plate
- Milk features not detailed
8. De’Longhi Magnifica Evo Automatic Espresso Machine – Bean to Cup at a Touch
A fully automatic espresso machine is a different kind of combo. There is no drip basket at all: the Magnifica Evo grinds beans for every drink and brews it at the touch of a button. Its seven one-touch recipes include espresso and a longer “coffee,” plus cappuccino, latte macchiato, iced coffee, hot water and a customizable My Latte.
The conical burr grinder has 13 settings, and De’Longhi’s LatteCrema system textures milk or milk alternatives automatically; the milk carafe can go in the fridge between uses. Removable parts are dishwasher safe, according to the listing, and De’Longhi gives two years of warranty plus one more with product registration.
The “coffee” recipe is a longer drink made by the espresso machine, not drip coffee brewed through a paper filter, and it makes one cup at a time. Our espresso machine guide covers De’Longhi’s La Specialista Arte Evo and Philips’ LatteGo; the Magnifica Evo is here because of that one-touch coffee recipe.
Why we like it
- Grinds fresh for every drink, 13 grind settings
- Seven one-touch recipes, including a long coffee
- Automatic LatteCrema milk system
- Two years of warranty, plus one with registration
Key specifications
| Model | ECAM29084SB |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | No drip; one-touch long “coffee” by the cup |
| Espresso method | Fully automatic, fresh-ground beans |
| Pressure | Not stated in the listing |
| Grinder | Conical burr, 13 settings |
| Milk frothing | LatteCrema automatic system |
| Water tank | Not stated in the listing |
| Warranty | Two years, plus one with registration |
Why we recommend it
It suits someone who drinks mostly espresso and milk drinks and wants a plain cup of coffee now and then, all from whole beans with no manual steps.
Skip it if you want a real pot of drip coffee; every drink is one cup.
Pros and cons
Pros
- True one-touch bean to cup
- Automatic milk drinks
- Longest stated warranty here
Cons
- No drip pot
- Long coffee is not filter coffee
- Internal parts need regular cleaning
9. Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker with Frother – Espresso-Style Drinks from a Drip Machine
We include the CM401 because it comes up in almost every search for a coffee and espresso combo, and it is important to be clear about what it does. It is a drip coffee maker with a “Specialty” setting that brews what Ninja calls a “super-rich coffee concentrate” for lattes, macchiatos and cappuccinos. It has no pump and does not make espresso.
As a drip machine it is flexible: four brew styles (classic, rich, over ice and specialty) and six sizes, from a cup or travel mug to a half or full 10-cup glass carafe, using your own grounds with no pod. A fold-away frother turns hot or cold milk into foam, and almost every removable part is top-rack dishwasher safe, according to Ninja. The 40-ounce reservoir lifts out, and the machine switches off after an hour of inactivity.
If what you want is a milky coffee drink with a strong base and a proper pot for everyone else, it does that simply. If you want a real espresso for a carajillo or a cortado, look at the machines above.
Why we like it
- Six sizes, cup to 10-cup carafe, no pods
- Concentrated “Specialty” brew for milk drinks
- Built-in fold-away frother
- Dishwasher-safe carafe and parts
Key specifications
| Model | CM401 |
|---|---|
| Drip coffee | 10-cup glass carafe; 6 sizes |
| Espresso method | None (coffee concentrate) |
| Pressure | Not applicable |
| Grinder | None |
| Milk frothing | Fold-away frother |
| Water tank | 40 oz, removable |
| Warranty | One-year limited |
Why we recommend it
It suits a family that drinks drip coffee and likes the occasional latte-style drink, and does not need true espresso.
Skip it if espresso is the reason you are shopping; this machine does not make it.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Flexible sizes from one machine
- Easy cleanup
- Uses your own grounds
Cons
- Not real espresso
- Glass carafe
- One-year warranty
How to choose a coffee and espresso combo machine
Start with how many people drink which coffee, then work back to the machine.
1. Do you need a pot?
Only some combos brew into a carafe: the De’Longhi All-in-One, Ninja CFN601, Chefman, Cuisinart Barista Bar and Ninja CM401. The Ninja Luxe Café machines, the Magnifica Evo and the Vertuo Up make one cup or mug at a time. If you pour for six on a Sunday, buy a machine with a pot.
2. What kind of espresso?
There are three kinds here. Pump espresso from your own ground coffee (De’Longhi All-in-One, Chefman, Ninja Luxe Café, Magnifica Evo) gives you the most control and works with any bean. Capsule espresso (Ninja CFN601, Cuisinart Barista Bar, Nespresso) is quick and tidy but ties you to compatible pods. And espresso-style concentrate (Ninja CM401) is not espresso at all.
3. Grinder or not?
Espresso needs a fine, even grind. A built-in grinder (Ninja Luxe Café, Magnifica Evo) solves that in one machine. Otherwise you need pre-ground espresso coffee or a separate grinder that can go fine enough; our espresso grinder guide covers those.
4. Milk
A manual steam wand (De’Longhi All-in-One, Ninja Luxe Café Mini) takes practice but gives the most control. Automatic frothers (Ninja Luxe Café Premier, Chefman, Magnifica Evo) are easier. If you only want frothed milk now and then, a separate milk frother works with any machine.
5. Warming plate versus thermal carafe
None of the pot-brewing combos here uses a thermal carafe; they all pour into glass on a warming plate. For coffee that will sit through a long meal, brew the pot and transfer it to an insulated server.
How we chose these nine combo machines
We looked for machines that genuinely make both drinks, then sorted them by how they make each one. We took specifications from each Amazon listing (via Amazon’s product data), and read the maker information there; where a listing does not give a figure, we say so. We left out machines from sellers with no identifiable brand, refurbished listings, and De’Longhi’s older COM530M, which was not in stock. Every pick was in stock on Amazon when we checked. We searched the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s recall database for De’Longhi, Ninja and SharkNinja, Nespresso, Cuisinart and Chefman coffee and espresso products and found no recall of these models. We have not brewed with these machines for this guide, and we do not cite reviewers whose reviews we could not read.
Café de olla, carajillos and the combo machine
A combo machine fits a Mexican table well because the two drinks have different jobs. The pot side makes the base for café de olla: brew it a little strong and stir in a syrup of piloncillo melted with a cinnamon stick (our piloncillo guide covers which cones to buy). Keep the sugar and spices out of the brew basket, where they can clog the filter.
The espresso side makes a carajillo, the after-dinner drink of espresso and Licor 43, usually shaken or poured over ice. It is an alcoholic drink for adults, best kept to one, and a good espresso machine makes all the difference to it; a concentrate from a drip machine is not the same. On cold mornings, the steam wand also heats milk for Mexican hot chocolate.
Coffee and espresso combo questions, answered
Is a coffee maker and espresso machine combo worth it?
If your household drinks both, yes, mainly for the counter space. The trade-off is that a combo is rarely the best possible drip machine or the best possible espresso machine; if one drink matters far more than the other, buy a dedicated machine for it.
Which combo makes real espresso and a full pot?
The De’Longhi All-in-One COM532M (15-bar pump, 10-cup pot) and the Chefman Coffee Station (20-bar pump, 12-cup carafe) both use ground coffee in a portafilter. The Ninja CFN601 and Cuisinart Barista Bar make a full pot plus capsule espresso.
Does the Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker make espresso?
No. Ninja describes its Specialty brew as a “super-rich coffee concentrate.” It works for latte-style drinks but is brewed like drip coffee, without pump pressure.
Which combo machine has a grinder?
The Ninja Luxe Café Premier and Luxe Café Mini, and the De’Longhi Magnifica Evo. None of the pot-brewing combos here has one.
Can a Nespresso Vertuo replace a coffee maker?
For one or two people, it can: the Vertuo Up brews coffee up to 18 ounces as well as espresso. It cannot brew a pot, and it uses Vertuo capsules only.
Our final pick for coffee and espresso in one
Buy the De’Longhi All-in-One if you want a real pot and real espresso at the same moment. Choose the Ninja Luxe Café Premier for fresh-ground, guided drinks by the cup, the Ninja CFN601 for capsule espresso and a proper family pot, and the Nespresso Vertuo Up when ease matters most. For a dedicated machine on either side, see our guides to the best coffee maker and the best espresso machine.
For the table, see our coffee mug guide. If you would rather leave the coffee and the carajillos to someone else, look at our drinks and the menu, or call to order.