Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee makers are compact and small and are not as bulky as drip coffee machines. They are De'Longhi Black Rose Gold Nespresso Vertuo Next Machine in color and can vary in price and sophistication. Some come with a milk frother that can be used to create Latte art, and they can be connected with an app to manage recipes or receive descaling notifications.

The Essenza Mini is a simple machine that is affordable however it lacks the features needed to make more complex drinks. Other machines can brew larger drinks, like gran lungos.

What is a Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that make use of capsules to make espresso and coffee drinks. The brand has a loyal following due to its ease of use speed, consistency and speed in making a hot espresso-like beverage. These machines can be a great alternative to brewing at-home espresso with a moka pot or drip coffee maker each of which requires some time and careful cleaning after each use.

A Nespresso machine uses pressure to extract the flavor of a pod, then heats water and froths milk to make coffee drinks such as lattes or cappuccinos. Nespresso offers a variety of coffee and tea blends to fit different tastes and moods, including flavored and decaffeinated choices. The machines are compact, stylish, and easy to operate and make them a great option for those looking for an easy cup of coffee in the morning or a mid-day refreshment.

Original Nespresso machines, which made espresso-like shots using the company's Original capsules, were the only machines on the market until 2014 when the Vertuo line was introduced. The Essenza Mini is the smallest model in the line. It's compact and comes with a tiny water tank and space for used capsules. Its easy operation, with only two buttons - one for an espresso and one for a lungo--makes it easy to master.

In contrast to Keurig machines that require you to manually add water before each use, all Nespresso models automatically dispose of any capsule that is not used after making. Based on the size of the reservoir and the capsule storage the capsules can hold up to 12 used pods, which are disposed of in a built-in receptacle each time you open the machine.

Some of the most popular models can be used with the mobile app of the company, which lets you customize recipes and reorder capsules at home. This feature was tested on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista. It also allows you to make hot coffee as well as iced tea using a dedicated room for frothing. The only drawback to the machine we test was that it didn't support all varieties of milk, requiring you to Buy nespresso Machine an additional frothing wand should you want to make drinks using whole, 2%, or almond milk.

The Original Line Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines comprises the elegant Citiz and the Essenza Mini. Both machines penetrate the capsule and pump hot water at a high pressure through it to create an espresso or a lungo. The original machines employ 19 bars of pressure which is much higher than the 15 to 18 bar pumps that are found in the more expensive Vertuo models.

The Original machines produce crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles that sits on the top of the espresso) that is thicker and richer than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth. However, as the Spruce says, it can be responsible for as much as 25% of espresso's taste. The Original line also has more expensive Creatista and Lattissima models that include built-in milk frothers that can create cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos at the push of a button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is ideal for those who need an appliance which can make cappuccinos, lattes, and other milky coffee drinks. It offers three customizable one-touch recipes, and its 4.2-ounce milk container is dishwasher-safe and dishwasher-safe. It's also lightweight, making it easy to transport and store in a tight space. However, some users say it's not as easy to use as other Nespresso models.

Its jug has drink-specific lines that are etched into it, which means you can choose the beverage you'd like to make as the machine heats up. It has a sensor which automatically stops the steaming when it is unable to make milk.

The Lattissima One is a good value for its price It's available in four colors including De'Longhi Matte Black Nespresso® Vertuo Next Machine with gray accents, dark gray porcelain white, and silky white. It's easy to clean and has a minimalistic design that won't overwhelm smaller spaces. The machine is also moderately priced, with a suggested retail cost of $385/PS279

Like the OriginalLine models, it comes with an automatic drip tray that catches any loose grounds while you pour your espresso. This feature is ideal to prevent spills and overflow, which could ruin the taste of your espresso.

The Pro and Gran Lattissima both have a larger water tank than the Lattissima One, allowing them to hold more liquid prior to having to refill. The two models also have a quicker heating process (as as little as 15 seconds for espresso and 25 seconds for a lungo) and feature an upgraded hot water function for making tea or iced coffee.

The only real downside to the Lattissima is the difficulty in adjusting the consistency and density of your milk foam. The machine is only suitable with skim milk (sorry Vegans and dairy-intolerant folks), and the foaming system does not work well with almond or vegetable milks. The wand that froths can be difficult to clean and is a common complaint among Nespresso owners. Fortunately the Lattissima Pro and Gran Lattissima come with a self-cleaning system which cleans the milky intestines after each use of the frothing.

The Vertuo Line

The Nespresso Vertuo makes a small and concentrated cup of coffee. It's ideal for those who love espresso. Each capsule is equipped with a barcode around the outside of its rim, which is read by the machine's system to determine the amount of coffee it should make. Nespresso's Vertuo pods are extracted using an exclusive technology.

The Vertuo Line offers a wide variety of drinks, including Ristretto (mini espresso), Espresso, Lungo, Americano and Cappuccino. The machines can also be used in conjunction with the Nespresso Aeroccino Milk Frother to create frothy cappuccinos and lattes.

Each Vertuo Line machine heats up quickly and can be brewed in about 30 seconds. They use smaller water tanks than the Original Line machines and require less maintenance. There are a myriad of models to choose from and you can pick one that fits your home's style as well as your budget.

Unlike the Original Line machines, which only can brew Nespresso capsules however, the Vertuo Line also brews regular filter-brewed coffee. This is done via an additional spout that is located at the bottom of machine.

VertuoLine machines come with a revolutionary system of brewing that softly extracts espresso and coffee by using patented centrifusion technology. This allows the creation of natural crema that is safe for and enhances the coffee's aromas. The VertuoLine System also features an intelligent recognition feature that can adjust the extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's assurance and a starter pack of Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service which delivers new Nespresso capsules each month.

While there are many different VertuoLine machines to pick from, the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our pick for the best overall machine. It's simple to operate, quick to heat up and comes in several colors. It can create five different sizes of espresso and coffee, including a flat white, ristretto, and lungo. It also makes a latte-macchiato, and it can be used in conjunction with the Aeroccino Milk Frother to make cappuccino or lattes.

The only downside to the VertuoPlus is that it takes longer to brew than other machines, specifically when making an Americano. Comparing the Bunn Fastbrew to the Nespresso VertuoPlus which can make an 8-ounce Americano in 42 seconds, it took just 1 minute and 51 seconds. You can accelerate the process if you choose an automatic mode.