If you've taken the steps to level up your coffee game with an at-home espresso maker, there are some things you should know.

We asked coffee experts and barista trainers to tell us the secrets behind the perfect espresso shot, and then tested the machines you can use at home to make them.

These multitaskers serve up a shot of espresso as easily as a cup of coffee—and they often cost a lot less than traditional espresso machines, too.

We tested Breville and De’Longhi espresso machines, but when pitted against each other, one brand pulled a superior shot. Here’s our honest review of the Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine ...