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Nespresso Coffee Machines Nespresso coffee makers are compact and small unlike drip coffee machines. They're black-colored and can vary in price and complexity. Some include a milk frother for latte art and can be connected to the app of the company to manage recipes and receive descaling notifications. The simplest machines, like our favorite, the Essenza Mini, are simple and affordable, but they leave out features that can make more complex drinks. Other machines can also make larger sizes of drinks like grand lungos. What is a Nespresso machine? Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that utilize capsules to make espresso and coffee drinks. The brand has gained a devoted following thanks to its ease speed, consistency and speed in making a hot espresso-like beverage. These machines are a great alternative to making espresso at home with a drip coffee maker or moka pot, both of which require a lot of time and attention after each use. A Nespresso machine makes use of pressure to extract the flavor of the pod, and then heats water and froths milk to create coffee drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos. Nespresso offers a wide selection of coffee and blends that can be adapted to your preferences and mood with decaffeinated and flavored choices. Their machines are stylish and compact, as well as easy to use and make Nespresso a fantastic option for those looking to take a quick sip of tea or coffee in the afternoon. Original Nespresso machines, which made espresso-like shots using the company's Original capsules were the only machines available until 2014, when the Vertuo line was introduced. The Essenza Mini is the smallest model of this line. It is compact, with a small water tank and space for capsules that are used. Its simple operation, with just two buttons—one for an espresso and the other for a lungo—makes it simple to master. In contrast to Keurig machines, which require you to add water manually prior to each use, all Nespresso models automatically dispose of any capsule that is not used after brewing. Based on the size of the reservoir and capsule storage the capsules can hold anywhere from four to 12 used pods, which are discarded into a built-in receptacle each time you open the machine. Some of the most popular models also support the mobile app of the brand, which allows you to modify recipes and order capsules from the comfort of your home. We tested this feature on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista, which also offers the option to make hot chocolate and iced drinks using a dedicated frothing chamber. The only issue we found with the machine we tried was that it does not support all types of milk which means you'll need to purchase an additional frothing wand should you plan to make drinks using whole milk, 2%, or almond milk. The Original Line Original Line The Original line of pod-only machines includes the elegant Citiz and the Essenza Mini. Both models penetrate the capsule, pump hot water under high pressure through it, and produce an espresso or lungo. The original machines utilize higher pressure of 19 bars than the Vertuo models, which use pumps that range from 15 to 18 bars. The original machines create a crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles that sits on top of the espresso), which is thicker and richer than the foam in the Vertuo line. The crema is more than just froth, though—as the Spruce notes, it can be responsible for as much as one quarter of espresso's flavor. The Original line also has more expensive Creatista and Lattissima machines that include built-in milk frothers that can make cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos with the touch of a 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 has three customizable recipes and its 4.2 cup milk container is easily removed and washed in the dishwasher. It is also lightweight and easy to store and move around in small areas. Some users claim that it is not as intuitive as other Nespresso machines. Its jug has drink-specific lines etched into it, so you can decide beforehand which drink you'd like to prepare before the machine heats up. It also comes with a sensor that automatically stops steaming 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 different colors that include porcelain white, dark gray and silky-white. The machine is easy-to-clean and has a minimalistic aesthetic that doesn't take up too much space in smaller spaces. It's also reasonably priced with a retail price of $385/PS279. It has an automatic drip tray, just like the OriginalLine models. coffeee.uk catches any loose ground as you pour espresso. It's a great feature to reduce the mess, and helps to avoid spills that can alter the taste of your coffee. The Pro and Gran Lattissima have larger water tanks than the Lattissima One. This allows them to hold more liquid without having to refill. Both models come with faster heating times (15 seconds for an Espresso and 25 seconds for Lungo) and hot water functions that can be used to make tea or iced espresso. The only real downside to the Lattissima is the difficulty in adjusting the consistency and thickness of your milk foam. The machine is only suitable with skim milk (sorry Vegans and dairy-intolerant folks) and the foaming system doesn't work well with almond or vegetable milks. The wand for frothing is difficult to clean. This is a typical complaint from Nespresso users. The Lattissima Pro or Gran Lattissima has a self-cleaning feature that cleans out the milky interior of the frother after each use. The Vertuo Line A Nespresso Vertuo machine makes a small cup of coffee that's ideal for those who enjoy espresso but prefer a quick strong drink. Each capsule is equipped with a barcode around its outer rim that is read by the machine's computer to determine the amount of coffee it can make. Nespresso uses a unique extraction technology to ensure that you get the most flavor from each Vertuo pod. The Vertuo Line offers a wide variety of drinks, including Ristretto (mini espresso), Espresso, Lungo, Americano and Cappuccino. The machines also integrate 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 a smaller water reservoir than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are a variety of models to pick from, so you'll be able to find one that fits your home's style and your budget. Vertuo Line machines can also make regular filter coffee unlike the Original Line machines that only can brew Nespresso. This is done via a separate spout that is located at the bottom of the machine. VertuoLine machines have a brand new brewing system that softly extracts espresso and coffee using the patented centrifusion technology. This allows for the production of natural crema, which protects and enhances the coffee's aroma. The VertuoLine system also features an intelligent recognition system that alters the extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend. Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's warranty and an initial pack of Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service which delivers new Nespresso caps each month. The Nespresso VertuoPlus machine is the top overall machine. It's simple to operate, quick to heat up and comes in several colors. It can produce five different sizes of espresso and coffee, including a ristretto, lungo, espresso, and flat white. It also makes an espresso-latte, and it can be used in conjunction with the Aeroccino Milk Frother to create lattes or cappuccino. The VertuoPlus has one drawback, which is that it takes longer to brew when compared to other machines, particularly 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 speed up the process by selecting an automatic mode.