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The best moka pots brew coffee that is as close to espresso as you can get without an espresso machine.Owen Burke/Business Insider
Similar to espresso machines, the best moka pots and other stovetop espresso makers rely on pressure and deliver rich, strong coffee without ultra-fine foam or crema. However, they do it without the expense, mess, and lost counter space wrought by their costlier big siblings, which is why we love them.