I’m a coffee expert, and these are the 3 best espresso machines under $500 in the Black Friday sales

Black Friday is the best time of year to invest in a new coffee maker, with huge savings on quality machines from big brands like De’Longhi and Breville. If you regularly pick up a takeout drink on the way to work, making your own cappuccino at home could save you some serious money over time, and with great espresso machines available for under $500 right now, you could recoup the cost and start saving sooner that you’d expect.

My personal favorite is the De’Longhi Magnifica Start for $499.95 (was $799.95). That’s an enormous $300 saving on a premium, fully automatic espresso machine that makes perfect lattes at the press of a button.

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If you want more of a barista experience, take a look at the De’Longhi Dedica Duo, which is down to $199.95 (was $299.95). I gave this compact espresso machine a full five stars when I reviewed it earlier this year, thanks to its top-notch performance whether brewing hot or cold, and quality that belies its modest price. It’s amazing value at full price, and with 30% off it’s an absolute steal.

• Amazon: 45% off TVs, AirPods, air fryers & vacuums
• Apple: iPads, AirPods & MacBooks from $119
• Best Buy: $1,000 off TVs, laptops & headphones
• Dell: laptop deals from $249.99
• Home Depot: 40% off appliances, furniture, grills & tools
• Lenovo: 45% off laptops & tablets
• Lowe’s: up to 30% off appliances, holiday decor & tools
• Samsung: up to $2,000 off appliances, TVs & phones
• Target: 40% off Christmas decor, clothing & furniture
• T-Mobile: up to $1,100 off latest iPhone 17
• Walmart: furniture, cheap TVs & vacs from $69
• Wayfair: 54% off Christmas, furniture & decor

If you can’t see anything here that quite matches your needs, take a look at my full guide to the best espresso machines. If you prefer filter coffee, my guide to the best drip coffee makers will steer you in the right direction.

I’ll be tracking all of the best deals on coffee machines all the way through Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so stick with TechRadar to make sure you don’t miss out.