Most Moka pot enthusiasts believe the quality of a pot depends on the country of origin. If you ask my father, a true “Macchinetta” is made in Italy. This is partially true, but many Moka pots are also made in China and sometimes the United States. I do recommend Italian-made stovetop espresso makers, though. They have dominated this culinary space for ages, and almost all Moka pots from Italy are of high quality.