New Delhi, Nov. 26 -- Choosing your first coffee maker feels exciting, especially when you imagine brewing cafe-style drinks at home. The challenge appears when you see the huge variety available in stores and online. Drip machines, espresso makers, single-serve pods, manual brewers and smart models all promise convenience and flavour. The options often confuse first-time buyers and lead to hurried decisions. A coffee maker should match your taste preferences, your routine and the level of effort you are willing to put into brewing. Rushing through the selection process usually results in buying a machine that is inconvenient, too limited or unnecessarily expensive.

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