'A coffee lover's dream' - shoppers praise best-selling machine for 'Barista quality' brews
Forget the expensive trips to Starbucks, this coffee machine makes great brews at home
Being a coffee lover can be an expensive hobby, with the prices going up in coffee shops. That is why a lot of people are opting for their own coffee machines to get the job done and save money.
However, finding the right coffee machine that will give the same taste and quality as a barista made one can be difficult. Nespresso is a well loved brand and offers a range of coffee capsules, machines and services for homes, and shoppers can now grab the Nespresso ENV90.B Vertuo Pop Automatic Pod coffee machine for £59 on Amazon, down from £107.99.
The stylish black machine is said to have a smaller footprint than a standard Nespresso coffee machine with a water tank to match - making it a compact addition to homes. With a push of a button, the brew can has fast heating in 30 seconds that reads the coffee pod's barcode and automatically adjusts the brewing settings.
The Nespresso coffee machine brews six coffee cup sizes - ristretto, espresso 40ml, double espresso 80ml, gran lungo cup 150ml, mug 230ml and large mug 355ml - there will be an option for everyone. It also includes a complimentary welcome set of 12 pods.
For eco-friendly shoppers, they will be happy to know that the espresso machine is made from 35% recycled plastic, Nespresso Vertuo pods are made with 85% recycled aluminium and when they are recycled, it may help further decrease the carbon footprint of a cup of coffee.
If this isn't what every coffee lover wants however, there are alternatives such as the My Way 2 Cream - Coffee Machine for £99.99 from Tassimo.
The machine is said to be a perfect coffee pod machine, designed by Bosch. It also comes with a BRITA filter to ensure the best coffee shop quality coffee is provided every time.
Customers shared some reviews of their purchase as one said: 'Delighted with my new Tassimo, so simple to set up and use and fantastic coffee too.'
Another said: 'This is the third coffee machine we've bought from Tassimo and this one didn't surprise us. We are guaranteed a lovely cup of coffee every time.'
For a slightly cheaper option the Geepas 1.5L Filter Coffee Machine and Coffee Grinder is £34.84 from Debenhams and said to be ideal for brewing up to 12 cups of coffee at once, plus it has an easy-grip handle and drip-free pouring.
The Nespresso coffee machine has a 4.1 out of 5 star rating from a total of 916 reviews on Amazon. One shopper wrote: 'A coffee lover's dream come true!'
Another said: 'This machine has undoubtedly elevated my coffee-drinking experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy barista-quality coffee at home.'
'This machine has become an essential part of my morning routine! Every cup is rich and full-bodied, whether I'm making a quick espresso or a longer coffee. The flavour is consistently impressive, which makes a big difference in starting my day right,' said another shopper.
However, not everyone agreed and some people shared other opinions. One wrote: 'Can't make a mug of coffee with a drip tray attached. Used pod containers too small. Seems to be noisier than larger models.'
Another said: 'The coffee machine did not work properly after six months.'
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