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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee makers are compact and small and are not as bulky as drip coffee machines. They're black-colored and range in terms of price and complexity. Some come with a milk frother to create latte art. They can also be connected to the app used by the company to manage recipes and receive alerts about descaling.

The Essenza Mini is a simple machine that is reasonably priced but lacks the features required to make complex drinks. Other machines can brew bigger sizes of drinks, like Gran lungos.

What is a Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that use capsules to create coffee and espresso 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 an ideal alternative to brewing at-home espresso with moka pots or drip coffee maker, both of which require the time and care to clean after each use.

A Nespresso machine uses a pressure system to extract the flavor of the pod. It then heats up water and froths the milk to create coffee drinks such as cappuccinos and lattes. Nespresso offers a variety of tea and coffee blends to fit different tastes and moods, including flavored and decaffeinated choices. The machines are stylish and compact, making them easy to use which makes Nespresso a fantastic choice for those looking to grab a quick cup of tea or Nespresso Kitchen coffee in the afternoon.

The Vertuo line replaced the Nespresso original machines in 2014, which utilized the Original capsules to make espresso shots. The smaller model in this line is the Essenza Mini, which is super compact with a tiny water tank and a storage space for used capsules. Its easy operation, with just two buttons--one for an espresso and the other for a lungo--makes it simple to master.

Unlike Keurig machines, which require you to manually add water prior to each use, all Nespresso models automatically dispose of any capsule that is not used after making. Depending on the size of the water reservoir and the capsule storage the capsules can hold between four and 12 used pods, which are disposed of into the built-in receptacle every time you open the machine.

Some of the more popular models are also compatible with the app for mobile that lets you customize recipes and reorder capsules from the comfort of your home. We tested this feature on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista, which also lets you make hot chocolate and iced coffee with an ice-making chamber that is specifically designed for frothing. The only downside to the machine we tried was that it does not support all milk varieties and requires you to purchase an additional frothing tool if you plan to make drinks with whole milk, 2%, or almond milk.

The Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines comprises the sleek Citiz and Essenza Mini. Both machines penetrate the capsule and pump hot water at high pressure through it to deliver an espresso or a lungo. The Original machines have higher pressure of 19 bars than the Vertuo models that have pumps that range from 15 to 18 bars.

The Original machines produce crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles layered on top of the espresso), which is thicker and more affluent than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema isn't just foam but also. As the Spruce says, it could make up for up to 25 percent of the flavor of an espresso. The Original line also comes with more expensive Creatista and Lattissima machines, which have built-in milk frothers to make cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos at the touch of a button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is ideal for those who need machines 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 reusable and dishwasher safe. It's also lightweight, making it easy to transport and store in a small space. However, some users complain that it's not as intuitive to use as other Nespresso Kitchen models.

The jug of this machine is marked with lines that indicate the type of beverage you'd like to drink. You can pick your beverage while the machine is heating. It is equipped with a sensor that will stop the steaming automatically when it is unable to make 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 a an uncluttered design that won't overwhelm small spaces. The machine is also reasonably priced, with a retail price of $385/PS279

It comes with an automatic drip tray just like the OriginalLine models. The tray is designed to catch any loose ground when you pour espresso. It's a nice option to reduce mess, and also helps prevent overflow which could affect the taste of your coffee.

The Pro and Gran Lattissima have larger water tanks than the Lattissima One. This allows them to hold more liquid without needing to refill. Both models come with an earlier time to heat up (15 seconds for an Espresso and 25 seconds for Lungo) and hot water functions that can be used to make iced or tea.

The only real downside to the Lattissima is the difficulty in altering the consistency and density of your milk foam. The machine can only be used with skim milk (sorry Vegans and dairy-intolerant folks) and the foaming mechanism doesn't work well with almond or vegetable milks. The wand for frothing is difficult to clean. This is a common complaint from Nespresso users. Fortunately the Lattissima Pro and Gran Lattissima have a self-cleaning mechanism that cleans the milky insides after each use of the frothing.

The Vertuo Line

The Nespresso Vertuo makes a small but concentrated cup of coffee. It's the perfect choice for those who love espresso. Each capsule has a barcode around its outer rim that is read by the machine's software to determine the amount of coffee it can make. Nespresso uses an innovative extraction process to ensure you get the most flavor from each Vertuo pod.

Vertuo Line has a variety of drinks like Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo (mini espresso), Americano, and Cappuccino. The machines also integrate with the nespresso coffee machine uk Aeroccino milk frother to make frothy cappuccinos and lattes.

Each Vertuo Line coffee machine heats quickly and can be brewed in less than 30 seconds. They have a smaller reservoir for water than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are many models available, so you can choose one that suits your home's style as well as your budget.

Vertuo Line machines can also brew regular filter coffee, unlike the Original Line machines that only brew Nespresso. This is done through a separate spout that is located at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines are equipped with a new brewing technology that makes use of centrifusion to gently extract coffee and espresso. This allows the creation of natural crema that protects and enhances coffee aromas. The VertuoLine system also has an intelligent recognition system that adjusts extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's guarantee and comes with an initial pack of 10 free Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service that delivers fresh new Nespresso capsules each month.

The Nespresso VertuoPlus machine is the best overall machine. It's user-friendly, quick to heat up and comes in several colors. It can make five different sizes of coffee and espresso, including a ristretto, lungo, espresso, and flat white. It also makes a latte-macchiato, and it can be used in conjunction with the Aeroccino Milk Frother to make cappuccino or lattes.

The VertuoPlus has only one disadvantage, that it takes longer to brew when compared to other machines, specifically when making an Americano. In comparison, for instance, to Bunn Fastbrew, which made an 8-ounce Americano in just 42 seconds, the Nespresso VertuoPlus took 1 minute and 51 seconds. You can accelerate the process if you select an automatic mode.