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Best small bean-to-cup coffee machines for compact kitchens

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  • Best overall

    Melitta SOLO & Milk: 20 cm wide with milk froth

    At only 20 cm wide, Melitta says it is easy to move and fits narrow gaps.

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  • Best value

    Melitta Purista: extra-slim 20 cm, double-cup mode

    At 20 cm wide and 32.5 cm high it is one of the smallest machines in this guide.

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    De'Longhi Rivelia: compact core, 16 drinks

    The 24.5 cm width fits narrow spaces while still offering 16 pre-programmed drinks.

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In a small kitchen, the width of a coffee machine decides whether it fits next to the kettle, and the height decides whether it slides under the wall cupboards. Most UK wall units leave around 45 cm of clearance above the worktop, so anything under about 40 cm tall is easy to live with. Depth matters too, because a machine that sticks out past the worktop edge is a nuisance. This guide ranks seven compact machines by their listed width, height and depth in centimetres, then adds tank size and milk options so you can see what each one gives up to stay small. The slimmest machines here are only 20 cm wide. All measurements come from the makers' listings; check them against your own space before you order.

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No. 1 · Melitta

Melitta SOLO & Milk: 20 cm wide with milk froth

A 20 cm wide Melitta that still makes milk froth, with three brew temperatures, three strengths and a cup warmer. The best pick here for milk drinks in the tightest space.

In its favour

  • At only 20 cm wide, Melitta says it is easy to move and fits narrow gaps.
  • It makes creamy milk froth and offers three brew temperatures and three coffee strengths.
  • A height-adjustable spout, two-cup option and cup warmer are all included.

Good to know

  • The 1.2 L water tank needs regular top-ups.
  • At 45.5 cm deep it is deeper than its narrow width suggests, so measure your worktop.
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Listing title: Melitta SOLO & Milk E953-102, Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, with Milk St...

No. 2 · De'Longhi

De'Longhi Rivelia: compact core, 16 drinks

De'Longhi's Rivelia packs 16 drinks, LatteCrema Hot and swappable beans into a 24.5 cm wide body. It suits small kitchens that still want a full drinks menu.

In its favour

  • The 24.5 cm width fits narrow spaces while still offering 16 pre-programmed drinks.
  • You can switch between bean varieties, such as regular and decaf, through the day.
  • Bean Adapt Technology adjusts settings to suit the beans you use.

Good to know

  • At 38.5 cm high it is the tallest machine here, so check cupboard clearance.
  • The listing does not state the water tank size.
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Listing title: De'Longhi Rivelia - Automatic Coffee Machine 16 One-Touch Drinks Black

No. 3 · Melitta

Melitta Purista: extra-slim 20 cm, double-cup mode

An extra-slim Melitta for black coffee and espresso, with a Favourite Coffee button and a double-cup mode. It suits small kitchens where nobody needs milk drinks.

In its favour

  • At 20 cm wide and 32.5 cm high it is one of the smallest machines in this guide.
  • Double-Cup Mode makes two cups at once from height-adjustable outlets.
  • A rotary switch sets coffee volume from 25 ml to 220 ml.

Good to know

  • No milk frother is listed, so milky drinks need a separate frother.
  • The 125 g bean compartment is small and needs frequent refilling.
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Listing title: Melitta Automatic Espresso Machine, Purista Model, F230-101, Silver, 6...

No. 4 · De'Longhi

De'Longhi Magnifica Start: 24 cm wide with LatteCrema

A slim De'Longhi with automatic LatteCrema Hot milk foam in a 24 cm wide body. It suits compact kitchens where one-touch milk drinks matter.

In its favour

  • LatteCrema Hot makes automatic milk foam and cleans itself after each use with one touch.
  • At 24 cm wide and 35 cm high it leaves room under standard wall units.
  • A 250 g bean container and a pre-ground coffee compartment are included.

Good to know

  • Only four one-touch recipes are listed, including steam.
  • The listing does not state the water tank capacity.
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Listing title: De'Longhi Magnifica Start - Automatic Coffee Machine 4 Drinks Black

No. 5 · Melitta

Melitta SOLO: 20 cm wide, 13.5 cm spout height

Melitta's basic SOLO bean-to-cup at 20 cm wide, with adjustable intensity, a double outlet and a cup warmer. A simple choice for espresso and black coffee in a small space.

In its favour

  • The 20 cm width and 32 cm height make it easy to fit under wall cupboards.
  • An adjustable double spout up to 13.5 cm serves one or two cups at once.
  • Automatic shut-off can be set from 60 minutes up to 8 hours, and there is a separate off switch.

Good to know

  • There is no milk frother listed on this model.
  • Grinder settings are not stated in the listing.
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Listing title: Melitta Bean to Cup Machine, With Adjustable Coffee Intensity, Adjusta...

No. 6 · JURA

Jura ENA 8 Signature: solid aluminium, fine foam

A solid aluminium Jura ENA 8 with a fine foam nozzle, integrated milk cleaning and a TFT colour display. A premium compact option for milk drinks.

In its favour

  • The housing is solid aluminium, according to the listing.
  • A fine foam nozzle and integrated milk system cleaning programme handle milk drinks.
  • Ten strength levels and an adjustable spout from 55 to 138 mm are listed.

Good to know

  • The water tank holds just 1.1 L and the bean container 125 g.
  • The listing states a Europlug (Type C/EF) plug, so confirm the UK plug before buying.
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Listing title: Jura ENA 8 15222 Solid Aluminium SC White

No. 7 · Jura

Jura ENA 4: 27.2 cm wide, AROMA G3 grinder

A small premium Jura for espresso and coffee with the AROMA G3 grinder and Pulse Extraction Process. It suits black coffee drinkers who want build quality in a small footprint.

In its favour

  • At 32.3 cm high it sits comfortably under any standard wall cupboard.
  • The AROMA G3 grinder is described by Jura as twice as fast.
  • Pulse Extraction Process is listed for espresso quality.

Good to know

  • Only 5 specialities are listed and no milk system is mentioned.
  • The tank holds about 1.05 L and the bean container is small, so refills are frequent.
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Listing title: Jura ENA 4 Full Nordic White # 15351

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