This compact espresso maker is a new release from Mr. Coffee, which is known for its budget-friendly kitchen appliances, and it’s surprisingly affordable at just $60.

With fancy machines costing $1,000 or more, making espresso at home can be an expensive hobby to pick up. Before you get in too deep, consider the $90 Mr. Coffee Pump Espresso.

It's slightly larger than the less capable (and cheaper) Mr. Coffee Pump Espresso Maker ($90). Side-by-side with the De'Longhi Dedica, the Cafe Barista plainly dwarfs the smaller machine.

We tested 13 top-rated espresso machines to see how they compared in design, ease of pulling espresso shots and overall value. Three came out on top.