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In contrast to drip coffee makers, Nespresso models are compact and compact. They are simple in their black look and range in terms of price and complexity. Some come with a milk frother for latte art, and can be linked to the company's app to manage recipes and receive alerts about descaling.

The most basic machines, such as our choice the Essenza Mini, are simple and inexpensive, but they do not have features that create more complicated drinks. Other machines can brew larger drink sizes like gran lungos.

What is a Nespresso Machine?

Since 1986, Nespresso has marketed single-serve machines that use capsules to create coffee and espresso drinks. The brand has gained a devoted following due to its ease of use, speed and consistency in making hot espresso drinks. These machines are a great alternative to brewing at home espresso using moka pots or a drip coffee maker, both of which require the time and care to clean after each use.

A Nespresso machine makes use of a pressure system to extract the flavor of a pod. It then heats water and froths the milk to create coffee drinks like cappuccinos and lattes. Nespresso offers a variety of tea and coffee blends to suit different tastes and moods, including flavored and decaffeinated choices. Their machines are sleek and compact, as well as easy to use, making them a great choice for those looking to take a quick sip of tea or coffee in the afternoon.

Original Nespresso machines that brew espresso-style shots from the company's Original capsules, were the only machines available until 2014 when the Vertuo line was launched. The smallest model in this line is the Essenza Mini, which is super compact with a tiny water tank and a storage space for capsules that are used. Its simple operation, with just two buttons - one for an espresso, and another for lungo which makes it easy to master.

Unlike Keurig machines that require you to add water manually before each use, all Nespresso models automatically discard the capsules that are used after making. Depending on the size of the water reservoir and storage for capsules they can store anywhere from four to 12 used pods, which are disposed of into a built-in receptacle each time you open the machine.

Some of the most popular models can be used with the mobile app developed by the company, which lets users to create custom recipes and to reorder the capsules at home. This feature was tested on the sleek stainless steel Vertuo Creatista. It also allows you to make hot coffee and Iced tea by using a dedicated frother room. The only issue we found with the machine we test was that it didn't support all types of milk and requires you to purchase an additional frothing tool if you wish to make drinks with whole or 2% almond milk.

The Original Line Original Line

The Original line of pod-only machines includes the stylish Citiz and the Essenza Mini. Both models penetrate the capsule, pump hot water under high pressure through it and deliver an espresso or lungo. The original machines utilize a higher pressure of 19 bars than the Vertuo models, which use pumps of 15 to 18 bars.

The original machines create a crema (a thin layer of tiny microbubbles that sits on the top of the espresso) that is thicker and more rich than the foam found in the Vertuo line. The crema isn't just foam but also. As the Spruce notes it can account for up to 25 percent of an espresso's flavor. The Original line also has more expensive Creatista and Lattissima machines, which have built-in milk frothers to make cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos at the push of an button.

The Lattissima Line

This line is perfect for those who want machines which 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, which makes it easy to transport and store in a small space. Some customers have complained that it is not as intuitive as other Nespresso machines.

Its jug has drink-specific lines etched into it, so you can choose the beverage you want to make while the machine is heating up. It also comes with a sensor that automatically stops steaming when the jug has run out and prevents milk waste.

The Lattissima One offers a great value for the price. It's available in four different colors: porcelain white, dark gray, and silky-white. It's easy to clean and has a minimalist aesthetic that won't overwhelm small spaces. It's also fairly affordable and has a price of $385/PS279.

Similar to the OriginalLine models, it has an automatic drip tray that catches any loose grounds when you pour your espresso. It's a great feature to minimize the mess, and helps to avoid spills which could affect the taste 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 needing to refill. The two models also have a faster heating time (as as little as 15 seconds for an espresso and 25 seconds for a lungo) and have an enhanced hot water function to make tea or iced coffee.

The only downside to the Lattissima is the difficulty of altering the consistency and the density of the foam you make with your milk. The machine is only compatible with almond or skim milk. Sorry Vegans and people who are intolerant to dairy. The wand that froths is difficult to clean. This is a typical complaint from nespresso capsule coffee machine users. Fortunately, the Lattissima Pro and Gran Lattissima have a self-cleaning cycle that cleans the milky insides after every 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 quick and intense drink. The machine reads the barcode on the outside rim of each capsule to determine how much coffee it can make. Nespresso's Vertuo pods are extracted using a unique technology.

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

Each Vertuo Line coffee machine nespresso heats quickly and is ready to brew in less than 30 seconds. They have a smaller reservoir for water than the Original Line and require less maintenance. There are a myriad of models to choose from and you can pick 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. They do this via a separate spout at the bottom of the machine.

VertuoLine machines come with a brand new brewing technology that uses centrifusion to softly extract espresso and coffee. This creates natural crema that is safe for and enhances the coffee's aromas. The VertuoLine system also features an intelligent recognition system that adjusts extraction parameters to match each Grand Cru blend.

Each VertuoLine machine comes with a manufacturer's assurance and an initial pack of Nespresso capsules. The company also offers a subscription service that delivers fresh new Nespresso capsules each month.

There are many VertuoLine machines to choose from, the Nespresso VertuoPlus is our choice for the best nespresso machine overall machine. It is simple to use, heats up quickly and comes in a range of colors. It can make five different sizes of coffee and espresso, including flat white, ristretto and lungo. It also makes a latte macchiato and is able to be used with the Aeroccino milk frother to make a cappuccino, or Latte.

The only downside to the VertuoPlus is that it takes longer to prepare than other machines, specifically when making an Americano. For instance, when compared to the Bunn Fastbrew, which made 8-ounce Americano in just 42 seconds, the Nespresso VertuoPlus took 1 minute and 51 seconds. Luckily, you can speed up the process by selecting an automatic mode.