10 Best Nespresso Pod Coffee Machines [In 2023]

Nespresso machine is being praised as producing some of the best tasting coffee within their category, as well as being handy for time-starved individuals.

The range they offer has grown substantially over the past few years, meaning it can be hard for you to choose the one which will best suit your lifestyle and budget as well as giving you the ability to make your favourite type of coffee.

You also have the option of an Original or a Vertuo machine, which both have their pros and cons.

We have rounded up and reviewed the ten best Nespresso machines available and picked out their pros and cons to make your decision easier.

The Best Nespresso Machines

Nespresso Citiz by Magimix

Overview

A machine which will please Nespresso fans and coffee aficionados alike, the Citiz model allows the user to make a vast range of coffee drinks thanks to the integrated milk frother, which many pod machines usually lack.

It’s perfect for those who are starting out in the world of coffee machines yet want something with more freedom than the basic models out there. The two water-quantity buttons offer automatic espresso and lungo coffee preparation, but there is also a removable drip tray if you fancy a taller recipe.

Prefer to acquire to your particular tastes? Programme the controls to suit, so everything is done at the touch of a button.

As it is fitted with an Aeroccino milk frother, you don’t have to separately prepare and add the milk for your lattes or cappuccinos which means a lot less hassle, a quicker brew and more choice. It can heat and froth or just froth, so your cup can be made just how you like it.

Fitting the pods can be a bit fiddly, but we saw it’s easy to spot that they aren’t inserted properly before you turn the machine on so it isn’t wasted. It isn’t the best at adapting to different milk types though. We found thinner milk didn’t get frothy enough when poured in up to capacity, and full-fat overflowed if at capacity.

Having said that, the user interface is easy to adapt in order to suit everybody’s individual tastes. It switches off automatically after 9 minutes of not being used, which also saves power.

For the price, you get a capsule model which rivals some barista-style machines, plus it is compact to suit whatever countertop space you have. It is available without the milk frother, but it is well worth having the option.

Breville Nespresso Creatista™ Plus

Overview

With the Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus, you can make an array of coffee drinks in just a few seconds.

With 8 beverage selections and a variety of beverage choices, you can make your cappuccino or flat white exactly as you like it—and with the automatic/intelligent steam wand, you can even create your own latte art! You can adjust the milk temperature and froth quality to suit your tastes, and if you’re not sure how hot or cold you want your drink to be, the temperature sensing feature will guide you in making your ideal cup. And when it comes time to clean up after yourself? No problem! The fast/self-cleaning system means that cleanup is a breeze.

The Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus also includes a water tank capacity of 6 cups / 1.5L / 50 oz; FTH – Flow Through Heating Technology; pop out cup shelf for smaller cup size; Capsule container capacity of 10; BPA free materials; Barista milk jug included; Energy saving system; Stainless Steel body; Froth like a barista with automatic frothing, 8 texture levels and 11 different milk temperature settings

Gevi Espresso Machine

Overview

Make a cappuccino, latte or flat white at home or office. Froth milk with a professional frothing wand that rotates 360 degrees to produce silky and smooth milk foam.

Designed with an accurate dual temperature control system, the temperature of water and the taste of milk foam, foam, coffee and milk can be adjusted to achieve the ideal state.

The clear temperature dial can observe the temperature changes, visualized operation, suitable for beginner coffee lovers.

Two cups of 60ml/ 2oz, about 14g/ 2 spoons powder for the best concentration.

Best frothing wand for home espresso machine or commercial coffee machine; easily cleanable with removable froth nozzle

Nespresso Inissia Espresso Machine

Overview

The Nespresso Inissia is a smart little coffee machine that makes your life easier. This compact, lightweight machine comes in a full palette of colors to satisfy all tastes.

With its tiny footprint and ergonomic handle, the Inissia is ready to go anywhere you need it. It has a pump pressure of 19 bar and a fast heat-up time of 25 seconds, so you’ll be sipping your coffee in no time at all!

You can program your favorite drinks—a shot of espresso or lungo—with the touch of a button, and the removable drip tray accommodates large cups.

The Inissia’s automatic power off function will save energy by turning itself off when not in use. The water tank holds 0.7 liters of water for up to 13 cups of coffee!

Nespresso Lattissima Pro EN750MB by De’Longhi

Overview

This Nespresso Lattissima Pro Espresso Machine by De’Longhi, Brushed Silver, EN750MB is designed to make the art of coffee simple and pleasurable.

The intuitive digital touchscreen and sleek design offers a simple way to program the machine and enjoy different types of coffee and milk recipes. At the touch of a button, make a Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Espresso, Lungo, warm milk froth, or hot water. The advanced technology will deliver optimal milk froth quality for an incomparable tasting experience.

The milk is always foamed to perfection to make the most indulgent Cappuccino or Latte Macchiato. Adjust the milk froth texture regulator knob according to your taste. Simply rotate the milk regulator knob in the Clean position to automatically rinse the milk system.

The 19 bar high-pressure pump allows for a barista-style result, perfectly extracting the delicate flavor and premium aromas of each coffee capsule and creating an incomparably dense and unctuous crema. The fast heat-up system reaches the ideal temperature in just 40 seconds.

Nespresso BEC430TTN Pixie Espresso Machine by Breville,

Overview

No matter what kind of lifestyle you lead, the Nespresso Pixie is ready to go with you. It’s compact in size and design, but it packs a punch when it comes to coffee-making power.

It’s got two different cup sizes: Espresso (1.35 oz) and Lungo (5 oz). So whether you’re on the go or want to relax at home with an afternoon cup of coffee, this machine can do it all!

The Nespresso Pixie features 19-bar pressure pump technology, giving you barista-quality coffee right at your fingertips. With its patented extraction system, this machine delivers up to 19 bars of pressure—revealing every aroma of your Nespresso coffee pods. And because it heats up in just 25 seconds, there’s no wait time for your perfect cup of joe!

Plus, the Nespresso Pixie offers an impeccable single serve coffee or espresso cup every time thanks to its automatic operation and patented extraction system which delivers up to 19 bars of pressure

Nespresso Creatista Plus by Breville

Overview

When you choose the Creatista Plus, you’re choosing a coffee machine that’s as beautiful as it is functional.
The Creatista Plus features a sleek brushed-steel design that’s matched by a sleek stainless steel milk jug. With its spout engineered to help you create swirling latte art, this machine is designed to help you make barista-style brewed coffee right in your own kitchen.
With the Creatista Plus, choice is yours: 8 recipes (including Ristretto, Espresso and Lungo), 11 milk temperatures and 8 milk froth textures to enjoy. Enjoy brewed coffee black with Ristretto or Lungo—or craft Cappuccino, Cafe Latte, Flat White or Latte Macchiato with just milk froth! The world of possibilities is truly at your fingertips with this machine.
Every function serves your creation with the Creatista Plus. Its automatic steam wand and self-cleaning milk frother expertly adjusts your milk temperature (11 settings) and texture (8 settings). So that the only limit is your swirling imagination.

A universe of Barista-style coffee possibilities is at your fingertips

Lattissima Touch Automatic By De’Longhi

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Love the idea of a pod machine but worried your favourite lattes and cappuccinos would take too much effort to craft? The Lattissima Touch, with DeLonghi’s patented automatic cappuccino system, is your answer.

Nespresso machines with Aeroccino’s aren’t necessarily rare, but this one seems to have a bit of an edge as it does it all with no input from you. The inbuilt milk container gives you the option to vary your froth texture, and there are six recipes ready to be made at the touch of a button.

If you use alternative milk, such as soya or almond, you’ll be pleased to hear it handles them with no difficulty, unlike with a lot of other milk machines.

The container is removable and can be popped in the fridge if you want to prepare some milk ahead, make a hot chocolate with powder or use it cold, and the machine reminds you to clean it after every use, so it is all very hygienic.

A handy light comes on when everything needs cleaning and descaling, and all the steps must be followed meticulously for the light to turn off. While this is technically great for keeping everything in top condition, it can make it a bit of a long process, and it had a habit of starting from the beginning if we didn’t move it to the next step quickly enough.

We found it was a bit louder than most of the other Nespresso machines we reviewed, especially when frothing milk, but it is something you soon get used to. Also, you may have to preheat the cup with boiling water if you don’t want to have to gulp it all down as the temperature of the coffee produced isn’t the hottest.

Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine by De’Longhi

Overview

The Vertuo range of coffee machines from Nespresso gives you the perfect mix of good coffee and technology, to craft an even better brew with even less effort.

There are four pre-programmed cup sizes available at the touch of a button, so you do not need to spend ages trying to get your coffee just right. Thanks to an intelligent extraction system, it also does a lot of the work for you.

Nespresso Vertuo’s automatic blend recognition barcode technology will read the pod to adjust the brewing parameters to each blend and capsule size, depending on the particular one you are using. This makes it the best option for anyone who prefers their coffee to not rely on espressos, such as different flavour blends or iced coffees.

It will only take the Vertuo capsules – the Vertuo and Original pods aren’t interchangeable, and you can’t use cheaper non-brand pods either because of the automatic blend recognition technology. As long as the cost of only being able to buy Vertuo pods is okay with you, then this isn’t an issue.

Nespresso Essenza Mini Espresso Machine by Breville,

Overview

The Nespresso Essenza Mini Espresso Machine by Breville is the perfect size for your kitchen, and it’s got the power of a full-size machine.

It’s easy to use, too: just press one button and get a perfectly brewed espresso in seconds. And the Nespresso Essenza Mini has two programmable cup sizes so you can choose whatever size works for you.

The high-pressure pump extracts great flavor from your coffee grounds, no matter what kind you’re using. You’ll get 19 bars of pressure, which means rich flavor every time! And it heats up in 30 seconds so you can make your morning cup of joe as soon as you roll out of bed.

Plus, it’s got an eco-mode that goes into effect after 2 minutes of inactivity—and then stays off completely after 9 minutes. That way, you can save energy while still getting a perfect brew every time.

Nespresso Machine Buying Guide

Which is the best Nespresso machine for me?

Think about some important factors:

• How many cups will you want to make at any one time?
• Will it be used frequently throughout the day?
• How many coffee varieties do you want to be able to make?
• Do you prefer milk-based coffee?

All pod machines will only make one cup at a time, but some have larger water tank capacities than others so will need less filling up throughout the day, meaning a bit less hassle and more flow without interruption.

Some machines only give you the option for two coffee sizes (espresso and lungo), whereas others give you up to six so could be more suited to coffee connoisseurs or households/workspaces where there is a lot of variety in tastes.

Similarly, should you prefer lattes and cappuccinos, you’re going to need a milk frother. While you can purchase an Aeroccino separately and add the milk yourself, it could save a lot of time, effort and money if you get one built-in. A lot of the varieties of machine we have featured on this page are available both with and without the Aeroccino.

Nespresso Original vs Vertuo

Nespresso makes two different varieties of machine – the Original and Vertuo.

The big difference is the variety of coffee both make. Original machines are better at making pure espresso-based beverages, with coffee varieties from all around the world.

Vertuo is for those who like proper true coffee. The Vertuo pods have a barcode on, and the machine reads this to cater the water length and power needed to blend the perfect cup. They’re also available in five different sizes: Alto (414ml), Mug (230ml), Gran Lungo (150ml), Double Espresso (80ml), Espresso (40ml), so technically give the user more options.

There are at least three Vertuo machines available. The Original range offers loads more appliances and also more coffee pod choice, but it all boils down to how personalised or perfect you like your coffee. Read more about it in our guide at the top of the page.

FAQs

How much should I spend on a Nespresso machine?

This ranges from the entry-level Essenza and Inissia models, up to the Creatista Plus. Unlike with a lot of other appliances, however, more expensive doesn’t necessarily mean better.

You need to look at bar pressure when buying a coffee machine to see just how well it will create the perfect cup. All Nespresso machines sit at 19 bar pressure, and as they all use the same pods, the taste of the end product doesn’t necessarily get any better the higher up the price scale you go.

The cheap Nespresso machines at £100 or less usually just offer a more limited range of choices when it comes to coffee sizes and personalisation. Most don’t have built-in milk frothers and have smaller water tanks, which isn’t a problem if you will only be making coffee for one or two people.

Mid- and high-range pod machines, around £200 or so, are usually a lot more stylish and there may be more milk frothing and temperature options. There may also be a screen or Bluetooth compatibility. It depends whether you see these as essentials, or are happy with a standard cup of coffee.

Can I use own brand pods with a Nespresso machine?

There are a few other options available out there, mostly from supermarket own brands or stores such as Amazon. Do bear in mind that as Nespresso has different sized machines and pod holder compartments, it does mean that not every model will be compatible with these alternatives.