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Nespresso Coffee Machines

Unlike drip coffee makers, Nespresso models are compact and compact. They are black in color and can vary in price and sophistication. Some include a milk froth for latte art, and can be connected to the app used by the company to manage recipes and receive descaling notifications.

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

What is an Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso sells single-serve machines which make use of capsules to brew coffee and espresso. The brand has gained a loyal fan base due to its ease of use, speed and consistency in making hot espresso drinks. These machines are an ideal alternative to brewing at-home espresso using moka pots or drip coffee maker both of which take some time and careful cleaning after each use.

A Nespresso machine makes use of 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 provides a range of blends and coffees that can be customized to fit your preferences and mood as well as decaffeinated and flavor options. Their machines are sleek and compact, making them easy to use which makes them a great choice for those looking to take a quick sip of tea or coffee machines nespresso in the afternoon.

The Vertuo line replaced the original Nespresso machines in 2014, which utilized capsules from the Original capsules to brew espresso shots. The Essenza Mini is the smallest model of this line. It's compact and comes with a tiny water tank and room for capsules that are used. Its simple operation, with just two buttons, one for an espresso and one for a lungo -- makes it easy to master.

All Nespresso machines eliminate used capsules after the brewing. This is in contrast to Keurig machines, which require you to manually add water every time. Based on the size of the reservoir and storage for capsules the capsules can hold anywhere from four to 12 pods that have been used, which are disposed of in the built-in receptacle when you open the machine.

Some of the most popular models also work with the brand's mobile app that lets you modify recipes and order capsules from home. We tested this feature on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista, which also offers the option to make hot chocolate and iced coffee using an ice-making chamber that is specifically designed for frothing. The only drawback of the machine we tried is that it doesn't support all types of milk. You'll need purchase a separate frothing machine if you wish to make drinks with whole, 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 models penetrate the capsule, and then pump hot water under high pressure, and then deliver an espresso or lungo. The original machines employ 19 bar of pressure, which is much higher than the 15-18 bar pumps in some of the more expensive Vertuo models.

The Vertuo machines produce an espresso that is more rich and thicker than the crema created by the original machines. The crema is not just frost. As the Spruce states, it can make up as much as 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 cappuccinos and lattes at the press of the button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is perfect for those who need machines that can make cappuccinos lattes, and other milky coffee drinks. It has three customizable one-touch recipes and its 4.2-ounce milk container is dishwasher-safe and dishwasher safe. It's also light, which makes it easy to move and store in a tight space. Some users have complained that it is not as intuitive as other Nespresso machines.

Its jug has drink-specific lines in it, so you can decide beforehand which drink you want to make while the machine is heating up. It also comes with a sensor that automatically stops steaming when the jug runs out and stops milk waste.

The Lattissima One offers a great value for money. It's available in four different colors including porcelain white, dark gray and silky-white. The machine is easy-to-clean and has a minimalistic aesthetic that won't overwhelm smaller rooms. It's also fairly affordable with a retail price of $385/PS279.

Similar to the OriginalLine models, this one also has an automatic drip tray that collects any loose grounds when you pour your espresso. It's a nice feature for minimizing mess, and it helps prevent overflow that could spoil the flavor of your coffee.

The Pro and Gran Lattissima both have a larger water tank than the Lattissima One, allowing them to hold more liquid before having to refill. Both models come with a quicker heat-up time (15 seconds for an Espresso and Nespresso Vertuo Machine 25 seconds for Lungo) and hot water functions that can be used to make iced coffee or tea.

The only real disadvantage of the Lattissima line is the difficulty of altering the consistency of the foam you make. It only works with skim or almond milk. Sorry vegans and those who are intolerant to dairy. The frothing wand is also difficult to clean. This is a typical complaint from Nespresso users. Fortunately the Lattissima Pro and Gran Lattissima come with a self-cleaning system that cleans the milky innards after each use of the frothing.

The Vertuo Line

A Nespresso Vertuo machine makes a small cup of coffee that's ideal for espresso lovers who prefer a short, intense drink. The machine reads the barcode on the outside rim of each capsule in order to determine the amount of coffee it will make. Nespresso's Vertuo pods are extracted using a unique technology.

Vertuo Line has a variety of drinks like Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo (mini espresso), Americano, and Cappuccino. The machines also are compatible with the Nespresso 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 of water than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are a myriad of models to choose from that you can choose one that is compatible with your home's style as well as your budget.

Unlike the Original Line machines, which only brew Nespresso capsules, the Vertuo Line also brews regular filter-brewed coffee. This is done via a separate spout located at the bottom of machine.

VertuoLine machines come with a new brewing technology that uses centrifusion to gently extract espresso and coffee. This creates a natural crema that protects and improves the quality of coffee aromas. The VertuoLine System also features an intelligent recognition feature that can adjust the extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend.

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

There are a variety of VertuoLine machines to choose from, the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our pick as the top overall machine. It's user-friendly, quick to heat up and comes in a variety of colors. It can make five different sizes of coffee and espresso, including a ristretto, espresso, lungo and flat white. It also makes a latte macchiato and is able to be used together with the Aeroccino milk mixer to create a cappuccino or latte.

The only downside to the VertuoPlus is that it takes a little longer to brew than 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, the VertuoPlus took just 1 minute and 51 seconds. Luckily, you can speed up the process by selecting an automatic mode.