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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Nespresso coffee makers are compact and small and are not as bulky as drip coffee machines. They are simple in their black aesthetic and range in price and sophistication. Some come with an milk frother to create Latte art, and they can be linked to an app to manage recipes or get notifications on descaling.

The simplest machines, like our choice, the Essenza Mini, are simple and affordable but forgo features that create more complicated drinks. Other machines can brew larger drinks, like grand lungos.

What is a Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that utilize capsules to make coffee drinks and espresso. The brand has gained a loyal fan base due to its ease of use of use, speed and consistency when brewing a hot espresso-like drink. These machines can be an excellent alternative to making at-home espresso with moka pots or a drip coffee maker both of which take the time and care to clean after each use.

A Nespresso machine utilizes an air pressure system to extract the flavor of the pod. It then heats up water and makes froths of the milk to make coffee drinks, such as lattes and cappuccinos. nespresso machine white offers a variety of coffee and tea blends that can be adapted to different moods and tastes as well as decaffeinated and flavored options. Their machines are sleek and compact, as well as easy to use and make Nespresso a fantastic option for those looking to have a quick cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon.

The Vertuo line was introduced to replace the nespresso machine black friday machines in 2014, using the Original capsules to make espresso shots. The Essenza Mini is the smallest model in this line. It is small and has a small water tank and room for used capsules. Its easy operation, with only two buttons - one for espresso and the other for a lungo--makes it easy to master.

In contrast to Keurig machines that require you to add water manually prior to each use, all Nespresso models automatically discard any capsule that is not used after the brewing. Depending on the size of the reservoir and capsule storage they can store up to 12 pods that are used up, and are disposed of in the built-in receptacle when you open the machine.

A few of the most sought-after models are compatible with the mobile app developed by the brand, which allows you to customize recipes and order capsules at 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 downside to the machine we tried was that it does not support all milk varieties, requiring you to buy an additional frothing tool if you plan to make drinks with whole, 2%, or almond milk.

The Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines comprises the stylish Citiz and Essenza Mini. Both models are pierced by the capsule, then pump hot water under high pressure through it and deliver an espresso or lungo. The Original machines use 19 bars of pressure which is more than the 15 to 18 bar pumps that are found in the more expensive Vertuo models.

The Original machines produce crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles on top of the espresso) which is more dense and richer than the foam found in the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth, though--as the Spruce notes, it can make up a quarter of an espresso's flavor. The Original line also comes with more expensive Creatista and Lattissima machines that come with built-in milk frothers to make lattes, cappuccinos and macchiatos with the touch of the button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is perfect for those who need an appliance that can make cappuccinos, lattes, and other milky coffee drinks. It offers three customizable one-touch recipes and its 4.2-ounce milk container is dishwasher-safe and dishwasher safe. It's also light, making it easy to move and store in a small space. However, some users say it's not as intuitive to use as other Nespresso models.

The jug's lines for drinks are etched into it, so you can pre-select which beverage you'd like to make as the machine is heating up. It has a sensor which stops steaming at the moment it runs out of milk.

The Lattissima One offers a great value for the price. It's available in four different colors including porcelain white, dark gray, and silky-white. It's easy to clean and features a an elegant design that doesn't overpower small spaces. The machine is also reasonably priced, with a suggested retail cost of $385/PS279

It comes with an automatic drip tray, just like the OriginalLine models. This tray catches any loose ground as you pour espresso. This feature is fantastic for reducing mess and preventing overflow, which could ruin the flavor of your espresso.

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

The only real drawback of the Lattissima line is the difficulty of changing the consistency of the milk foam. It only works with almond or skim milk. Sorry Vegans and people who are intolerant to dairy. The wand for frothing can be difficult to clean it, which is a frequent complaint among nespresso espresso machines owners. The Lattissima Pro or Gran Lattissima features a self-cleaning function that cleans out the milky insides of the frothing wand after each use.

The Vertuo Line

The Nespresso Vertuo makes a small but concentrated cup of coffee. It's perfect for espresso lovers. The machine reads the barcode that is located on the outer rim of each capsule to determine how much coffee it should make. Nespresso's Vertuo pods are extracted with an innovative technology.

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

Each Vertuo Line machine heats up quickly and can be brewed within 30 minutes. They have a smaller water reservoir than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are a myriad of models to choose from and you can pick one that fits your home's style and budget.

Vertuo Line machines can also make regular filter coffee, unlike the Original Line machines that only can brew cheap nespresso machine. They do this via an additional spout that is located at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines come with a revolutionary brewing system that gently extracts espresso and coffee by using patented centrifusion technology. This allows the creation of natural crema that is safe for and improves the quality of coffee aromas. The VertuoLine System also features an intelligent recognition feature that adjusts the extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's guarantee and comes with a starter pack of 10 free Nespresso capsules. The company offers an annual subscription service that provides new Nespresso caps each month.

While there are many different VertuoLine machines to pick from but the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our choice as the top overall machine. It is simple to use, warms up quickly and comes in a range of colors. It can make five different sizes of espresso and coffee including a flat white, ristretto, and lungo. It can also make a latte-macchiato, and it can be used with the Aeroccino Milk Frother for the creation of lattes or cappuccino.

The VertuoPlus has one drawback, which is that it takes longer to brew compared to other machines, specifically when making an Americano. Comparing the Bunn Fastbrew to the Nespresso VertuoPlus which can make an 8-ounce Americano within 42 seconds, it took just 1 minute and 51 seconds. Luckily, you can accelerate the process by choosing an automatic mode.