Nespresso Coffee Machines

In contrast to drip coffee makers, Nespresso models are small and compact. They are simple in their black design and vary in price and sophistication. Some include a milk frother to make latte art, and they can be linked with an app to manage recipes or get notifications on descaling.

The Essenza Mini is a simple machine that is affordable but lacks the features required to make complex drinks. Other machines can make larger sizes of drinks like Gran Lungos.

What is 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 huge number of loyal fans thanks to the ease, speed and consistency with which their machines brew up a hot, espresso-like beverage. These machines are an excellent alternative to making espresso at home with a moka pot, both of which require time and care after each use.

A Nespresso machine makes use of the pressure system to extract the flavor of the pod. It then heats up water and it froths the milk to create coffee drinks such as cappuccinos and lattes. nespresso u machine offers a variety of blends and coffees that can be customized to suit your preferences and mood, including decaffeinated and flavored choices. Their machines are sleek and compact, making them easy to use which makes the perfect choice for those looking to grab a quick cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon.

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

Contrary to Keurig machines that require the user to manually add water prior to every use, all Nespresso models automatically discard any used capsule after brewing. These machines can store between four and twelve pods used up, based on the size of their water reservoirs as well as capsule storage. They are then disposed of in a built in receptacle every time you open the machine.

Some of the most popular models also support the brand's mobile app, which allows you to modify recipes and order capsules from your home. We tested this feature on the sleek, stainless steel Vertuo Creatista, which also allows you to make hot chocolate and iced drinks using an ice-making chamber that is specifically designed for frothing. The only issue with the machine we tried is that it does not support all types of milk. You'll need purchase a separate frothing tool in order to make drinks using whole almond, 2% or 2% milk.

The Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines include the sleek Citiz and the Essenza Mini. Both machines pierce the capsule and then pump hot water at a high pressure through it to deliver an espresso or a lungo. The original machines employ 19 bar of pressure, which is much higher than the 15-18 bar pumps found in the more expensive Vertuo models.

The Original machines produce a crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles layered on the top of the espresso), which is thicker and more affluent than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth. As the Spruce states, it could make up a quarter of an espresso's flavor. The Original line comes with more expensive Creatista or Lattissima espresso machine with built-in milk frothers to create cappuccinos and lattes at the push of the button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is ideal for those who want machines which can make cappuccinos, lattes and other milky coffee drinks. It comes with three user-friendly recipes, and its 4.2-ounce milk container is reusable and dishwasher safe. It's also light and easy to store and move around in small areas. However, some customers say it's not as easy to use as other Nespresso models.

The jug of this machine is marked with lines that indicate the kind of beverage you'd like to drink. You can select your beverage while the machine is heating up. It is equipped with a sensor that will stop the steaming automatically when it runs out of milk.

The Lattissima One offers a great value for the price. It's available in four different colors: porcelain white, dark gray and silky-white. The machine is easy to clean and has an uncluttered design that won't take up too much space in small spaces. It's also relatively affordable with a retail price of $385/PS279.

It has an automatic drip tray, just like the OriginalLine models. This tray catches any loose ground when you pour espresso. It's a nice option for minimizing mess, and it helps to avoid spills which could affect the taste of your drink.

The Pro and Gran Lattissima have larger water tanks than the Lattissima One. This allows them to hold more liquid without having refill. These two models also have a quicker heating time (as as short as 15 seconds for espresso and 25 seconds for lungo) and also have an improved hot water function that can be used to make tea or iced coffee.

The only real drawback of the Lattissima line is the difficulty in changing the consistency of the milk foam. The machine only works with almond or skim milk. Sorry Vegans and people who are intolerant to dairy. The frothing wand is also difficult to clean. This is a common complaint from Nespresso users. Fortunately the Lattissima Pro and Gran Lattissima have a self-cleaning cycle which cleans the milky intestines after each use of the frother.

The Vertuo Line

A nespresso classic machine Vertuo machine makes a small nespresso machine cup of coffee that's perfect for espresso lovers who prefer a quick strong drink. The machine reads the barcode on the outside edge of each capsule to determine how much coffee it can make. Nespresso's Vertuo capsules are extracted using a unique technology.

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

Each Vertuo Line machine heats up quickly and can be brewed in about 30 seconds. They have a smaller reservoir for water than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are many models to pick from, so you can choose one that fits your home's style and your budget.

Contrary to the Original Line machines, which only brew Nespresso capsules, the Vertuo Line also brews regular filter-brewed coffee. It does this by using a separate spout at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines come with a revolutionary system of brewing that gently extracts espresso and coffee by using patented centrifusion technology. This allows the creation of natural crema, which preserves and enhances coffee aromas. The VertuoLine system also features an intelligent recognition system that adjusts extraction parameters to suit each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's warranty. It also comes with the starter pack of 10 free Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service that delivers new Nespresso capsules each month.

The Nespresso VertuoPlus machine is the top overall machine. It is easy to use, heats up quickly and comes in a range of colors. It can create five different sizes of coffee and espresso, including a flat white, ristretto, and lungo. It can also make the latte-macchiato and can be used in conjunction with the Aeroccino Milk Frother to create cappuccino or lattes.

The only issue with the VertuoPlus is that it takes a little longer to prepare than other machines, specifically when making an Americano. Comparing the Bunn Fastbrew to the Nespresso VertuoPlus which can brew an 8-ounce Americano within 42 seconds, the VertuoPlus took 1 minute, 51 seconds. It is possible to speed up the process by choosing an automatic mode.