Mr. Coffee Compact Espresso Machine with Steam Wand - 58% Off

The Mr. Coffee Compact Espresso Maker is a straightforward machine for making espresso-based drinks at home without a big investment. Its main appeal is the combination of a 15-bar pump system and a steam wand, which lets you go from pulling a shot to frothing milk for a latte. The controls are very simple, essentially a brew button and a steam switch, which makes it easy to use but also means you have little control over the brewing process itself. What stands out here is the price, especially at this sale point. For under $75, you get the core functions of a much more expensive machine. The trade-off is in the materials and performance. The machine is largely made of plastic, and the steam wand is a basic panarello type that introduces a lot of air, creating larger bubbles rather than the silky microfoam a professional wand would. It's fine for a casual latte but won't match a coffee shop. If your goal is to occasionally make a milky espresso drink like a latte or cappuccino without fuss, this machine at this price is a sensible choice. It's not for espresso purists who want to tweak every variable, but it delivers on its promise of basic, affordable home espresso.