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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee makers are small and compact, unlike drip coffee machines. They have a basic black look and range in price and complexity. Some come with a milk frother for latte art and can be linked to the app of the company to manage recipes and receive descaling alerts.

The Essenza Mini is a simple machine that is reasonably priced but lacks the features needed to make more complex drinks. Other machines can make larger drink sizes, like gran lungos.

What is a Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that use capsules to make coffee drinks and espresso. The brand has gained a loyal fan base thanks to its ease, speed and consistency in making hot espresso drinks. These machines can be an ideal alternative to brewing at-home espresso with moka pots or a drip coffee maker each of which requires some time and careful cleaning 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 wide selection of blends and coffees that can be customized to suit your mood and taste as well as decaffeinated and flavor choices. Their machines are stylish, compact, and easy-to-use which makes Nespresso a fantastic option for those looking to grab a quick cup of coffee or tea in the afternoon.

The Vertuo line replaced the Nespresso original machines in 2014, which used capsules from the Original capsules to brew espresso shots. The most compact model in the line is the Essenza Mini, which is super compact with a tiny water tank and a storage space for capsules that are used. Its easy operation, with only two buttons - one for espresso and the other for a lungo--makes it simple to master.

All Nespresso machines automatically dispose of used capsules after making. This is different from Keurig machines that require users to manually add water each time. The machines can hold anything from four to twelve pods used up, based on the size of their water reservoirs as well as capsule storage. They are then thrown away into the built-in receptacle each time you open the machine.

Some of the more popular models also work with the brand's mobile app that lets you modify recipes and order capsules from your home. This feature was tested on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista. It also allows you to make hot coffee and iced tea with a separate frothing room. The only drawback to the machine we tried was that it does not support all milk varieties and requires you to purchase an additional frothing wand should you want to make drinks using whole milk, 2%, or almond milk.

The Original Line Original Line

The Original line of pod machines includes the elegant Citiz Mini and the Essenza Mini. Both machines pierce the capsule and then pump hot water through it to create an espresso or a lungo. The Original machines use higher pressure of 19 bars than some of the Vertuo models, which have pumps that range from 15 to 18 bars.

The original machines create crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles layered on top of the espresso), which is thicker and more rich than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema is not just froth. As the Spruce states, it can make up up to 25 percent of an espresso's flavor. The Original line is more expensive and comes with Creatista or Lattissima espresso machines with built-in milk frothers to make lattes and cappuccinos with the push of the button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is ideal for those who need machines which can make cappuccinos, lattes and other milky coffee drinks. 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 areas. However, some users say it's not as easy to use as other Nespresso models.

The jug's lines for drinks are that are etched into it, which means you can choose the beverage you want to make while the machine is heating up. It also has a sensor that automatically stops the steaming process when the jug has run out and prevents the waste of milk.

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

It comes with an automatic drip tray similar to the OriginalLine models. The tray is designed to catch any loose ground while you pour espresso. It's a nice feature to minimize mess, and it helps to avoid spills that could spoil the flavor 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 to refill. These two models also have a quicker heating process (as little as 15 seconds for espresso and 25 seconds for lungo) and have an enhanced hot water function for making tea or iced coffee.


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

The Vertuo Line

A Nespresso Vertuo machine makes a small cup of coffee that's perfect for espresso lovers who prefer a short and intense drink. Each capsule has a barcode along its rim that can be read by the machine's computer to determine the size of drink it can create. Nespresso utilizes an exclusive extraction method to ensure you get the best flavor from each Vertuo pod.

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

Each Vertuo Line machine heats up quickly and is ready to brew within 30 seconds. They have a smaller reservoir for water than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are many models available that you can choose one that suits your home's design and budget.

Vertuo Line machines can also make regular filter coffee unlike Original Line machines that only make Nespresso. It does this by using an additional spout located at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines are equipped with a new brewing technology that makes use of centrifusion to extract gently espresso and coffee. This creates natural crema that is safe for and enhances the quality of coffee aromas. nespresso machines has an intelligent recognition feature that adapts the extraction parameters to each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine is covered by a manufacturer's guarantee and comes with the starter pack of 10 free Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service which delivers new Nespresso caps each month.

The Nespresso VertuoPlus machine is the most efficient machine overall. It is easy to use, warms up quickly and comes in a variety of colors. It can produce five different sizes of espresso and coffee including a ristretto espresso, lungo and flat white. It also makes an espresso-latte, and it can be used in conjunction with the Aeroccino Milk Frother for the creation of lattes or cappuccino.

The VertuoPlus has only one disadvantage, that it takes longer to brew compared to other machines, specifically when making an Americano. For instance, if you compare it to the Bunn Fastbrew, which made an 8-ounce Americano in just 42 seconds the Nespresso VertuoPlus brewed it in 1 minute and 51 seconds. It is possible to accelerate the process by choosing an automatic mode.

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