Stove top espresso makers are great for brewing and frothing the old fashioned way. We have selected quality stove top espresso makers made of the finest materials to provide superior performance. Stove top espresso makers are also great when on the go – camping, traveling on business or vacationing – or any time you need a great way to make espresso or cappuccino from a compact unit. Steam espresso machines work similar to a stove top espresso maker but are electric. The steam pressure generated forces water through the grinds. While not achieving the pressure of a pump driven espresso machine, steam machines make a good entry level machine and can be used for strong coffee.