# Methodology

- Link: https://espressoprestige.com/home/methodology/
- Published: 2026-10-07T14:17:42+02:00
- Author: admin

EspressoPrestige is an independent editorial site. We do not test machines ourselves.
Instead we collect and compare what trusted sources say, then turn it into one score
and one clear recommendation.

## Where our information comes from

 * Specialist coffee and appliance publications
 * Expert reviewers and video channels
 * Manufacturer specifications
 * Owner experiences, where they add useful long-term information

We paraphrase and credit our sources. We do not copy text from other sites.

## The EspressoPrestige Score (100 points)

  |  Criterion |  Weight |  What it covers |  
   |  Espresso and cup quality |  30 |  Shot quality, taste and consistency |  
 |  Reliability and lifespan |  20 |  Build quality, reported failures, warranty |  
 |  Ease of use |  15 |  Learning curve and daily workflow |  
 |  Milk drinks |  15 |  Steam wand or automatic milk system |  
 |  Cleaning and maintenance |  10 |  Daily cleaning, descaling, filters |  
 |  Total cost of ownership |  10 |  Filters, descaling, parts, service |

For some guides we may adjust the weights, for example giving milk drinks more weight
for super-automatic machines. When we do, we say so on that page.

## How confident is each score?

Each score shows how many independent sources it rests on. A score based on few 
sources is marked as lower confidence.

## Independence

We earn a commission on qualifying purchases through Amazon links. This never changes
a score or a ranking. See our [affiliate disclosure](https://espressoprestige.com/affiliate-disclosure/).

## Updates and corrections

Every guide shows when it was last updated. If you spot an error, [tell us](https://espressoprestige.com/contact/).