Fans of capsule espresso machines will find a lot to love about the Nespresso CitiZ. With its simple controls and speedy heat up time (25 seconds, to be precise), it delivers a quick, no-hassle caffeine fix. Brewing is as uncomplicated as it gets, with two programmable buttons (Espresso and Lungo) allowing you to choose a small or large cup. The machine's 19-bar pressure pump is designed to extract maximum flavour from the espresso capsule, plus finish your drink with a nice crema.

The CitiZ’s slim design, which was inspired by city buildings from the 1930s and 1940s, is ideal for small kitchens. It comes in a handful of different colours, but we particularly like the Cherry Red, which makes for a bold kitchen statement piece.

$269; nespresso.com