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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee maker coffee makers are small and compact and are not as bulky as drip coffee machines. They have a basic black aesthetic and range in terms of price and complexity. Some come with a milk frother to make latte art, and they can be connected with an app to manage recipes or get notifications on descaling.

The most basic machines, such as our favorite, the Essenza Mini, are simple and inexpensive, but they do not have features that make more complicated drinks. Other machines can make larger drinks, such as gran lungos.

What is what is a Nespresso machine?

Since 1986, nespresso vertuo machine has marketed single-serve machines that utilize capsules to create coffee machines nespresso pods and espresso drinks. The brand has a loyal following because of its ease of use, speed and consistency when brewing a hot espresso-like drink. These machines are a great alternative to making espresso at home with a drip coffee maker or moka pot, which both require a lot of time and attention after each use.

A Nespresso machine makes use of pressure to extract the flavor from the pod, and then heats water and froths milk to create coffee drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos. Nespresso offers a variety of coffee and blends that can be adapted to your mood and taste with decaffeinated and flavored choices. Their machines are small elegant, stylish and easy to operate and make them a great choice for those who need an easy cup of coffee in the morning or a mid-day energy boost.

The Vertuo line was introduced to replace the Nespresso machines in 2014, which used capsules from the Original capsules to brew espresso shots. The smaller model in this line is the Essenza Mini, which is extremely compact, with a small water tank and a storage space for capsules that are used. Its user-friendly operation that has only two buttons - one for an espresso and another for lungo - makes it simple to master.

Unlike Keurig machines that require the user 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 up to 12 used pods, Nespresso coffee Maker which are discarded into a built-in receptacle each time you open the machine.

A few of the most sought-after models can be used with the mobile app developed by the brand, which lets you to customize recipes and order the capsules at home. This feature was tested on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista. It also allows you to make hot coffee and iced tea using a dedicated frother room. The only downside to the machine we tried was that it does not support all varieties of milk, requiring you to buy a separate frothing wand if you want to make drinks with whole or 2% almond milk.

The Original Line Original Line

The Original line of pod machines includes the elegant Citiz Mini and the Essenza Mini. Both machines are pierced by the capsule and pump hot water through it to deliver an espresso or a lungo. The Original machines use 19 bars of pressure which is much higher than the 15-18 bar pumps in some of the more expensive Vertuo models.

The Original machines produce crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles layered on top of the espresso) which is more dense and more affluent than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth. As the Spruce states, it could account for up to 25% of espresso's taste. The Original line also offers pricier Creatista and Lattissima machines, which have built-in milk frothers to make lattes, cappuccinos and macchiatos with the touch of a button.

The Lattissima Line

This line of machines is perfect for people who prefer milky coffee drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos and want a machine that can handle everything. It has three customizable recipes and its 4.2 ounce milk container can be removed and washed in the dishwasher. It's also light, which makes it easy to transport and store in a small space. Some customers have complained that it's not as intuitive as other Nespresso machines.

The jug of this machine is marked with lines that indicate the type of beverage you'd like to drink. You can choose your beverage while the machine is heating up. It also comes with a sensor that automatically stops the steaming process when the jug runs out and prevents milk waste.

The Lattissima One offers a great value for money. It's available in four colors: porcelain white, dark gray, and silky-white. The machine is easy to clean and has a minimalist aesthetic that won't overpower small spaces. It's also reasonably priced, with a retail price of $385/PS279.

Similar to the OriginalLine models, it has an automatic drip tray that collects any loose grounds as you pour your espresso. It's a great feature for minimizing mess, and also helps prevent overflow that can alter the taste of your beverage.

The Pro and Gran Lattissima both have a larger water tank than the Lattissima One, allowing them to hold more liquid before needing to refill. These two models have faster heating times (15 seconds for an Espresso and 25 seconds for a Lungo) and hot water functions that can be used to make iced or tea.

The only real disadvantage of the Lattissima line is the difficulty in altering the consistency of the foam you make. The machine is only compatible with skim milk (sorry vegans and people who are lactose-intolerant), and the foaming system doesn't work well with almond or vegetable milks. The wand that froths is difficult to clean. This is a typical complaint from Nespresso users. The Lattissima Pro or Gran Lattissima has a self-cleaning feature that removes the milky insides of the frothing wand after every use.

The Vertuo Line

The Nespresso Vertuo makes a small but concentrated cup of coffee. It's perfect for espresso lovers. Each capsule has a barcode along the outside of its rim, which is read by the machine's computer to determine what size beverage it should create. Nespresso's Vertuo pods are extracted using an innovative technology.

The Vertuo Line offers a wide selection of different drinks including Ristretto (mini espresso), Espresso, Lungo, Americano and Cappuccino. The machines also are compatible with the Nespresso Aeroccino milk frother to make frothy cappuccinos and lattes.

Each Vertuo Line machine heats up quickly and can be brewed in about 30 minutes. They have smaller water tanks than the Original Line machines and require less maintenance. There are a variety of models available that you can choose one that is compatible with 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 make Nespresso. They do this through an additional spout located at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines have a brand new system of brewing that softly extracts espresso and coffee by using the unique centrifusion technology. This enables the creation of natural crema that is safe for and enhances the quality of coffee aromas. The VertuoLine System also has an intelligent recognition feature that adjusts the extraction parameters to each Grand Cru blend.

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

While there are many different VertuoLine machines to pick from, the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our pick as the top overall machine. It is easy to use, heats up quickly and comes in a variety of colors. It can make five different sizes of coffee and espresso which include a ristretto espresso, lungo and flat white. It also makes a latte macchiato, and can be combined with the Aeroccino milk frother to make a cappuccino or the latte.

The VertuoPlus has only one disadvantage, that it takes longer to brew when compared to other machines, especially when making an Americano. For instance, when compared to Bunn Fastbrew, which brewed 8-ounce Americano in just 42 seconds, the Nespresso VertuoPlus took 1 minute and 51 seconds. You can speed up the process by making sure you choose an automatic mode.