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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee makers are compact and small, unlike drip coffee machines. They are simple in their black aesthetic and range in price and sophistication. Some include an milk frother to create Latte art, and they can be connected to an app that allows you to manage recipes or get notifications on descaling.

The simplest machines, like our favorite, the Essenza Mini, are simple and inexpensive, but they do not have features that can make more complex drinks. Other machines can make larger sizes of drinks, like Gran lungos.

What is a Nespresso coffee bean Machine Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that make use of capsules to make coffee drinks and espresso. The brand has a huge number of loyal customers due to the ease, speed and consistency their machines make an espresso-like hot beverage. These machines can be an ideal alternative to brewing at home espresso using moka pots or drip coffee maker both of which take the time and care to clean after each use.

A nespresso compatible coffee machine machine makes use of pressure to extract the flavor from the pod, and then heats water and froths milk to make coffee drinks such as lattes or cappuccinos. Nespresso has a wide variety of tea and coffee blends that can be adapted to different tastes and moods, including flavored and decaffeinated options. Their machines are stylish and compact, making them easy to use which makes the perfect choice for those looking to have a quick cup of coffee or tea in the afternoon.

Original Nespresso machines, that make espresso-like shots using the company's Original capsules were the only machines on the market until 2014 which was when the Vertuo line was launched. 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 user-friendly operation that has only two buttons - one for an espresso, and another for lungos is easy to master.

All Nespresso machines automatically dispose of used capsules after brewing. This is different from Keurig machines that require users to manually add water each time. They can store anything from four to twelve pods used up, based on the size of their water reservoirs and capsule storage. They are then disposed of into an internal receptacle time you open the machine.

Many of the most well-known models are compatible with the mobile app developed by the brand, which lets you customize recipes and reorder capsules at home. We tested this feature on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista, which also lets you make hot chocolate and iced coffee using a dedicated frothing chamber. The only drawback to the machine we tested was that it doesn't support all varieties of milk, requiring you to buy a separate frothing wand if you plan to make drinks with whole, 2%, or almond milk.

The Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines comprises the elegant Citiz and Essenza Mini. Both machines are pierced by the capsule and then pump hot water at high pressure through it to create an espresso or a lungo. The Original machines have an increased pressure of 19 bars than the Vertuo models, which 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 richer than the foam of the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth. As the Spruce notes, it can be responsible for as much as a quarter of an espresso's taste. The Original line also comes with more expensive Creatista and Lattissima machines, which come with built-in milk frothers to make cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos at the push of an button.

The Lattissima Line

This line of machines is perfect for those who enjoy milky coffee drinks such as cappuccinos and lattes and want a machine that does it all. It comes with three different recipes and its 4.2 cup milk container can be taken out and washed in the dishwasher. It's also light and easy to store and move in small spaces. Some users claim that it's not as intuitive as other Nespresso machines.

Its jug has drink-specific lines etched into it, so you can pre-select which beverage you'd like to make as the machine is heating up. It also has a sensor that will automatically stops the steaming process when the jug has run out, preventing the waste of milk.

The Lattissima One is a good value for money and is available in four colors that include black with gray accents, dark gray porcelain white and silky white. It's easy to clean and has a minimalistic aesthetic that won't overwhelm smaller spaces. It's also fairly 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 while you pour espresso. This feature is fantastic to prevent spills and overflow, which could spoil the flavor 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 needing to refill. Both models also have a faster heating process (as as short as 15 seconds for an espresso and 25 seconds for lungo) and have an enhanced hot water function that can be used to make tea or iced coffee.

The only downside to the Lattissima is the difficulty of adjusting the consistency and the density of the foam you make with your milk. The machine is only suitable with skim milk (sorry vegans and those who are lactose intolerant) and the foaming mechanism doesn't work well with almond or vegetable milks. The wand for frothing can be difficult to clean and is a common complaint from 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

A Nespresso Vertuo machine makes a small cup of coffee that is ideal for espresso lovers who prefer a short, intense drink. Each capsule is equipped with a barcode around its rim that can be read by the machine's system to determine the size of drink it will make. Nespresso's Vertuo capsules are extracted using an innovative technology.

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

Each Vertuo Line coffee machine heats quickly and is ready for brewing in less than 30 seconds. They have smaller water tanks than the Original Line machines and require less maintenance. There are several models to choose from, so you can find the one that is compatible with your home's style and your budget.

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

VertuoLine machines are equipped with a brand new brewing technology that uses centrifusion to extract gently coffee and espresso. 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 adjusts the extraction parameters to each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine is covered by a manufacturer's warranty and includes a starter pack of 10 free Nespresso capsules. The company offers an annual subscription service that provides new Nespresso caps each month.

There are many VertuoLine machines to pick from however, the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our choice for best overall machine. It is easy to use, warms up quickly and comes in a variety of colors. It can make five different sizes of espresso and coffee which include a ristretto espresso, lungo and flat white. It also makes an espresso-latte, and it can be used with the Aeroccino Milk Frother for the creation of cappuccino or lattes.

The only drawback to the VertuoPlus is that it takes a little longer to make a cup than other machines, particularly when making an Americano. In comparison, for instance, to Bunn Fastbrew, which could brew an 8-ounce Americano in just 42 seconds The Nespresso VertuoPlus required 1 minute and 51 seconds. Luckily, you can accelerate the process by choosing an automatic mode.