SuZiKaT22 100% agree! I think a lot of the general public actually says expresso (noticed it in conversations), but of course everything has to be a big deal on the internet. 🙄
@@user-pb7wl2fq5b A lot of the general public are ignorant fools. Doesn't mean we all have to be. Strive for better. Justin, good video IN SPITE of the minor grammar issues, and good on you for correcting yourself.
Thanks for the video. I'm actually a contractor for Nespresso and as I've just started with the company, I'm here to learn, even though I've had six weeks of training, I still think videos like yours give me some more education on coffee and the machines.
Great review! Just ordered this because I love coffee with a lot of crema but the nice espresso machines are over $600. The pod prices were easily justified once I realized that compared to my daily Starbucks runs this is still much cheaper
It's not crema, though. It's aerated foam. They're produced via different methods which creates different texture and flavor. Crema is produced via carbon dioxide trapped in the coffee. The foam from a Nespresso is caused by the blender-like action of the spinning pod and aerated water.
Two videos worth watching about this: The Bizarre And Surprising Coffee Of The Nespresso Vertuo czcams.com/video/pO06RC4pvr0/video.html Crema Explained czcams.com/video/j5rygXblZJU/video.html
We’re thinking of of buying one and your review is part of my research. It was very thorough and you covered everything I was curious about. So helpful!
I just got mine and am enjoying experimenting with it. My machine was made by Breville, and I believe some of them are made by another company, but that may be just for the original Nepresso. Once I finished the 12 pods that came with my machine, I tried to find the pods locally but found out they can only be obtained from the company. When I finally placed my order (on a Friday night), they arrived Monday morning. I compare this machine to having a printer; as stated, thy make their money on the pods, like printer manufacturers make it on ink cartridges. For me, I plan to use this when I only have time for one cup of coffee or I want a specialty drink. Mine came with a frothed, so I do have some extra options. I really appreciate the tips given here for cleaning the machine, etc. Do order the recycling bag when you place your order; it’s free.
I have the same machine which is about 10 months old. While brewing the coffee started streaming out the back of the machine through the pod ejection ramp and all over the counter. I tried cleaning then rescaling and it still does it. Called customer service and they were amazing, Tried one more thing that didn’t work. They will send me a box specifically to ship the machine in for repair with the shipping prepaid. The repair time might be a little longer due to the pandemic, but she was very understanding. Very caring customer service. I have to make due with drip coffee for 3 or more weeks, and believe me, there is a big difference in taste! And I love the 14 ounce choice as well as the ability to choose the strength and underlying notes of the coffee.
I can not understate how amazing my machine has been. I am a senior in high school, and I wake up every morning to make myself a nice drink that tastes just as good as what I would order from starbucks, for a fraction of the price and time. It takes 5 minutes to make my iced coffee with espresso at the max, and I'm ready to go! The only bad thing to come out of my machine has been that my mom also fell in love with it, and now has to buy her own when I move off to college! It's made my mornings easier, vastly cut down my calorie count, and has generally improved my mornings as a whole. One thing I think is underrated about Nespresso is the amount of quality control they have with their product. With Keurig, they have an abundance of options for different flavors and brands, but they as a company have no control over how those different flavors actually taste when made in the machine or just the "health" aspect of the product. Nespresso controls essentially every aspect of their product which, yes, increases the price (really not much, though), but vastly improves the quality of the brew and the ingredients inside of it. The machine is intuitive and easy to use and clean, and above all, makes a good brew. I wholeheartedly recommend this product to ANYONE wanting a fast, easy, and delicious coffee experience, NO MATTER your age! For people my age (late HS and college) STOP going to Starbucks and buy this! I used to go to Starbucks maybe 3 times a week at the most to get an Iced Caramel Macchiato, but now I can have one everyday, and an entire month's worth of Nespresso double espresso pods and vanilla coffee syrup costs as much as 1.5 weeks of going to Starbucks. Last thing: I think it says a lot about a product when an 18 year old kid is spending his afternoon writing a lengthy overwhelmingly positive review about it. That's how much I love this thing. *EDIT* I feel the need to make it clear that this product is AMAZING for its ability to make a good cup of coffee or espresso at its price point and its extreme ease of use and overall convenience. I would not endorse this product over a traditional espresso maker if you want to drink espresso by itself, or if you have the time and willingness to actually make a quality espresso each morning (or whenever you feel like it). If you're like me and you want to make Starbucks-type drinks with all the fixings, or if you only want-to-spend/have 3-5 minutes to make your coffee in the morning, this product is for you. If you're choosing between Keurig and Nespresso, keep doing your research and make your decision individually, not solely based on this comment or video! (Also, Amazon has AMAZING customer service and return policies, so maybe even order either the keurig or nespresso and try them out for a week or so and return it if you don't like it! I will say that our old Keurig lost its touch a year or so in, but the Nespresso is still going strong now that we've had it about 6 months.)
I'm in the market for a Nespresso to replace my Keurig. I've watched tons of reviews and yours is the most straight forward and informative I've found so far! Thank you :)
@@illsuive You forgot to mention that you can't purchase the pods anywhere the only way to get them is directly from the company which is how they get all of the money. There is only one store I've ever seen them in and it was my Bed Bath & Beyond unfortunately my BB&B just closed.
Nespresso currently only sells their capsules from their own stores as they want to create a one on one personal experience with their costumers but the have many options online to help you out with that and only two days shipping when you purchase the capsules they come in a sleeve of 10 per kind and it really doesn’t range over $12 per sleeve which when you consider how much you spend on a cup of coffee is not a lot and you are getting a 100% coffee grind
@@josephbennett3482 Pods are available through Nespresso online, in their physical stores (I happen to live near one) and on Amazon. There is also some third-party selling a refillable pod now, but I'm not sure I trust it. And he did very clearly say in the video that the pods are where they make their money. By the way, according to the Nespresso rep in the BB&B, BB&B has never carried the virtuo pods.
@@SkylarCarswell33 this rationale was why I finally got one of these. I was first put off by the price of pods and that they were only sold by the one company, but I finally decided that 1) the lattes it makes are as good as what I get at most coffee shops, and a lot cheaper and more convenient, and 2). The regular coffees it makes are a bonus for quick convenience. It did not replace my percolator for most morning coffee at home, but it did replace almost all my trips out for a latte. Plus it's much easier to use and clean than a traditional espresso machine. 3). I predict Nespresso will be in business for a while, and if they stop selling the pods while I still have a machine, I predict some third party will step in. And Justin is right, if you're a coffee craft expert, who will drink nothing but the best, you're not looking at one of these anyway.
I got one this year and its great! PODs are about $1 a piece which is less then getting Starbucks. Very premium and the coffee is WAY better then anything I got out of my Keurig. Great gift for a coffee connoisseur.
I use these for mornings because I’m in back to back meetings, often triple or quadruple booked, and simply don’t have time to use my proper machine. Proper espresso machine takes 30 minutes to heat up, never mind grinding, pressing, pulling, frothing if I make a cappuccino, and cleaning. It’s as good as you can get without spending the time to make a proper espresso.
Hi Justin, thanks does your review. I didn’t like the Kuerig Coffee. I’ve been wondering about this machine for quite some time. Honestly, you’re the first video I could sit through. It’s was thorough, to the point and covered a lot. I hate it when there a lot of background info and unnecessary comments about who knows what. This is the type of video I was looking for. Thank you!!!
Nice job... overall, a very thorough overview. I own two of these machines. One was on my kitchen counter and the other on my desk at work. I have since started my own coffee roasting business so neither get use anymore but they served their purpose well and in the year or two I used them, never ran into a single issue. That’s not something I can say of any of the Keurig machines I had owned prior. For quick and convenient, these machines are great. If you’re more into subtle flavors and not against taking more time to brew an excellent cup, these machines are not for you. I used to drink these every day and now, I can’t seem to tolerate more than a sip or two before dumping it out. Oh, and my eye twitched every time I heard “expresso”. You’ve learned something new though, so thats good. LOL
Taiel Az For espresso, I have a machine made by Rocket. That’s not in every person’s budget though. For coffee, I like pour overs. You can get a Hario V60 for under $20 and in 3-4 minutes, you have a great cup of coffee. For larger pots and convenience, I also have and enjoy the Breville Precision Brewer. That makes a pot of coffee (typical drip machine) but also have a pour over accessory for those very early mornings when you don’t want to put the effort in.
@@MrUltimateX the nespresso vertuo line is more $$$ then the original it also produces amazing coffee. If you invest the refill system or reusable pod, it makes it worth it. I still buy new on sale or special but been very happy
I just got mine as a gift and wow I’m very impressed and coffee take amazing .. it cheaper then Starbucks and with COVID this is a great alternative.. love the coffee Great review !! Short and sweet and too the point
Now that I get free weekly bags of coffee (from work), I found it useless to continue to buy pods. I ended up buying a stainless steel reusable pod for my nespresso so I can use my own freshly ground beans :D saved me tons!!
Descaling solution can be made by adding a Tbsp of citric acid (found at chemical supply companies on line), or one packet of non-sweetened lemonade flavored Kool Ade to a full tank of water. Just run another tank of clean water through afterward.
This review was really helpful as I'm thinking about becoming a first time Nespresso owner. Have you had problems with water leakage? I saw a concerning number of comments on their site.
What a great real world review. I get the appeal of convenience with these and Keurig, but the expense of the machines along with the ongoing high price of pods and capsules is a big negative. Not to mention the resources used to produce the capsules/pods and subsequent landfill waste. All for a mediocre coffee or espresso at best. I use and recommend an Aeropress along with a burr coffee grinder. Together they make wonderful coffee. I grind the beans fresh for each espresso like shot (I also only use for latte) or cup of americano coffee. Boiling the water, grinding the beans and brewing the espresso/coffee takes 5 minutes or less. And cleanup is just a rinse under the faucet. Great coffee, low expense, no waste and just a tiny amount of effort.
Nespresso produce 0 waste a pods are recyclable and recyclable bags are free. Also the coffee in the pods are high end and not just any coffee bean is used. Absolutely no oxygen touches the coffee in production until they are punctured by the machine to brew.
futureace One Hi, I’ve recently bought my 3rd Delonghi Nespresso Pro machine (ea. time I buy a better machine with more functions). I use a particular brand of ground coffee & refillable coffee pods, which allows convenience, cheaper pods & sustainability (original style pods). Plus the machine can be used as an urn. I have a really tiny kitchen, no kettle taking up space for which I’m so grateful. Enjoyed this review too.
I went through three Nespresso machines and blew lots of money with bad tasting coffee. The machine is not durable. The first few months it was fantastic, but I ended up losing more money because the machines will not last long. I use a French press now and I am happy.
I went with the non-motorized lid version of this machine. I clean it between each use by running an empty espresso shell through after each brew. It’s amazing how there are always a few grounds that come out when I do. Where are they going when I don’t do it like this? 🤔
Loved your video man, you gave the facts straight. I see so many people talking about how this machine makes "espresso" when it is not true at all, it is almost the same kind of coffee that u can get from a Moka pot which is not espresso either. To get espresso you need 9 Barr of pressure, which these appliances do not achieve. I'm not saying that you cant enjoy their this kind of coffee but some people need to watch this video to get their facts straight.
I just got one yesterday. It comes within 2 days. If you drink one per day. I think it worth it. It costs around 0.7 cents per cup. I use one casual to two cups. The second cup will little thinner but it is still tasty for me.
The original machine does Lungos too and not only expressos. Have one bought around 7 years back, still runs, never had issues with it - just do maintenance (descaling) every 4 months or so..
Just want to mention that the machines from both lines actually do create the proper pressure to make proper espresso/coffee with real creama. I grew up in a coffee shop and was used to certain coffees. But I now own both an Original machine and a Vertuo because they genuinely do produce the same quality as a coffee shop machine. Their Original machines are even rated at a higher bar pressure than most coffee shops even use. I am lucky to have a store near me where the staff actually knows what they're talking about and the amazing work the company puts into the coffee is outstanding.
Great comment/s. Here in the UK our coffee shops start out making rich, full-bodied coffee for Cortados, Flat whites etc but as they change staff, the coffee gets drowned in milk! The only good coffee is an independent run by a Colombian guy who uses the same machine as the chains that make sloppy coffee! There are virtually no Colombians in the UK but I'm very lucky!!!!
It's not crema, though. It's aerated foam. They're produced via different methods which creates different texture and flavor. Crema is produced via carbon dioxide trapped in the coffee. The foam from a Nespresso is caused by the blender-like action of the spinning pod and aerated water. Two videos worth watching about this: The Bizarre And Surprising Coffee Of The Nespresso Vertuo czcams.com/video/pO06RC4pvr0/video.html Crema Explained czcams.com/video/j5rygXblZJU/video.html
I was n Bed, Bad & Beyond the other day, and out of sheer boredom I let the Nespresso rep run through her spiel about the Nespresso lines. After thinking how Nespresso tries to rope you into whatever coffee they have on tap, I was pretty sure I’d never buy this product. Until your video, I didn’t even consider how much Nespresso was gonna soak customers for the pods. Your video completely convinced me I’d never buy one.
Paid 50 for mines and although I love the machine I really wish there were third party sellers bc the pods along with the delivery can be expensive. This month I’m going to try to go to Sur la table to see if they have them there to eliminate that pesky delivery fee!
Espresso is a borrowed word from Italian referring to coffee brewed by forcing steam or hot water through finely ground coffee. This method is quick, involves "pressing" water through coffee, and the word is very close to the English word "express," which shares those meanings. Thus, it is not uncommon, nor wrong, to hear this beverage referred to as expresso. Source: www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/espresso-vs-expresso-usage-history
I loved how detailed this is! I'm looking for the right nespresso machine for me and this video was super helpful! Also, Marylander here too! I heard the accent when you said honeycomb lol.
I just bought this mashine :) and I love it. But all those coffee pods are confusing? Is it the size of the pos and not the coffee inside, that desides what it is? Espresso, american, ordinary, and such?
Personal experience - I hated the taste of the vertuo line coffee / espresso. I exchanged the machine for a machine that uses the original capsules and like it a lot.
Al-Moa’qt I am really not sure what the exact difference is, but the vertuo line capsules tasted very artificial to me. I know that vertuo offers both espresso and coffee capsules. Also, the machines that use the original capsules are capable is using capsules of different brands while vertuo machines only use Nespresso capsules. Hope this helps!
Paula thank you so much for the great info! I ordered both in order to keep one and return the other. Do you know the best way/ product to refill the capsules? I found a lot on Amazon but the reviews are not good.
Al-Moa’qt hi I’m very sorry but I just saw your message. I don’t know of any good ones that you can refill because I haven’t tried any yet. If you have Costco by you they started carrying Starbucks capsules for the original line I think they are 39$ for 60 of them, which is still pricey but cheaper than other capsules. I think they also have Peet’s coffee, but I haven’t tried. Let me know how you like the machines!
U use my keurig mini everyday, multiple times, im not that picky on my coffe, i drink the kirkland bold one on the strong setting, and its fine by me (i drink my coffee black with just a tiny bit of sugar). Im thinking on upgrading to a nesspreso but i dont know.
FYI, official pronunciation: VER same as VERy (not like verrrb) TEW O 🤣 Also don’t use vinegar to descale! It’s not powerful enough! And it will taste terrible!! The descale solution uses citric acid which can descale in 5min vs 4hrs of soaking (not possible to soak internals) Also I would actually recommend to buy from nespresso site, you always get a free gift or can use a coupon and can add the free recycle bags (don’t forget to add to cart). Amazon won’t provide the bags/provide free shipping.
Unfortunately a cleaning pod wouldn't be able to help clean your water lines. Which is what the descaling is for. :) Although no water sits in the machine, as water passes through it can leave mineral build up over time.
I love the taste of the coffes, But only one thing that I am Not happy about and No ones talks about it......... I wish the coffe came out extremely hot ! To enjoy it... I have to basically finish it in less than three minutes because it’s not hot enough!!!!!
I find myself having to rush the drinking because of this problem, too, but I've gotten used to it. I only switched from the Original Line because my partner likes long coffee, but I ended up liking it so much that I'm the one who uses it more.
Just so you know, they are referred to as capsules, not PODs. Also, the brewing process is called “centrifusion,” where it utilizes the centrifugal force to create the crema. Normally, crema is produced by multiple bars of pressure, however, if you want THAT process, the Nespresso OriginalLine has that ability.
It’s the printer and ink concept ( sell you the printer for next to nothing and gouge you on the ink) we managed to figure that one out. I reuse the aluminum pods and buy aluminum foil caps on Amazon. I can make my own custom flavours. I can make about twenty pods in about twenty minutes. A buck twenty a pod!? Hahaha! Not in my lifetime. Thanks for the great review!
Crema is oil from the coffee. All coffee has oil, so the crema from the Vertuo Systems is authentic crema. It’s the espresso from the vertuo Systems that aren’t true espressos because “true” espresso is made under pressure.
The Vertuo System runs at an extreme high RPM to create the same pressure you'd find in an espresso machine, that's part of how the creama is possible on the coffees and espresso. :) That's also why the machine moves or vibrates more than a Keurig, it's creating that pressure to give you real espresso and coffee.
@Andrew, I disagree. As the other reply says, pressure created by centrifugal force is no less 'true' than pressure made by a pump. It is a different process, no doubt, but that does make it less 'true' any more than pump driven espresso machines are less 'true' than boiler machines. The crems is another story. Crema on traditional espresso is an indicator that you did everything just right. Use bad coffee, don't tamp or pull correctly, and you won't get good crema. This centrifuge process will pump out an inch of foam on anything it puts out, no matter what. It's not the same.
Thanks for great video,very well explained,i heard alot about these machines leaking and were you put pod in is very hard ti clean around it but you have it along time and no problems so must be ok i think i will buy one,thanks again
I just purchased one of these machines it was only £99 for the machine with 100 free capsules and a free 2 months subscription to the nespresso membership
I have had an nespresso membership since 2006 . Many good coffees but sick of all the dramas warm coffees over the years and high cost of pods. Looking at latest Breville Oracle Touch machine .
I just got mine at Williams Sonoma, on sale, and it came with a milk frothier. They are manufactured by two different companies; mine was made by Breville, and so far I’m enjoying it.
I found another word I say wrong, thanks for bringing that to my attention! I was raised by a Korean mom so I say all kinds of words close but weird LOL
Hola, es normal que siga goteando la cafetera en la parte de adentro donde SE pone El pods y por donde sale El cafe Sigue goteando cafe incluso horas despues de haber hecho El cafe
I had a Nespresso Essenza Mini which I loved. Thought I'd upgrade to a Vertuo machine... holy fuck what were they thinking. The coffee tasted absolutely awful, and what had been a really simple process to make a coffee suddenly became complex and bulky. Returned it the next day.
Nespresso is like Apple and BMW etc. - expensive and usually loved by the people can afford it - ‘what else?’ People stop being petty and just drink the coffee you like. Nobody is forcing a Nespresso pod down anyone’s throat so resit your inner troll.
compared to instant coffee/dried coffee. This pods is a fantastic choice! If you compare a real espresso from a espressomachine and a grinder for ex $ 1,500 - 2,000, the comparison will be dishwasher - espresso! And the cost will be a tenth of what a pods cost...
Enjoyed video. How hard is it to find the pods? I currently have a Starbucks Verismo which I love, but they stopped selling the pods in the stores and I hate ordering them online.
Very good review, thank you. I've had the original Nespresso capsule system for many years and use it daily and not sure of extra benefits with this new system. One small thing that bothers me with old system is that the accessories like water tank etc aren't dishwasher proof and need to be washed by hand. Presume same on the newer Vertuo machines?
Expensive compared to what? Fresh ground, brewed traditionally? Yes, this is more expensive. Going out for coffee? No, this is cheaper. The brown water from a k-cup? Ok, but no comparison for me. I have to like it for it to be worth anything.
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Hey Everyone, if you're coming here to say ESPRESSO NOT ExPreSSo, I know I say espresso weird now.
Dude, you did a great job on your video, and people need to chill about that tiny, ridiculously picky detail. Ignore them.
SuZiKaT22 100% agree! I think a lot of the general public actually says expresso (noticed it in conversations), but of course everything has to be a big deal on the internet. 🙄
oof you caught me ... great review though
Justin Martin I’m glad you acknowledged this😂 kinda drove me insane. But I really appreciated this review. Helped me solidify my decision
@@user-pb7wl2fq5b A lot of the general public are ignorant fools. Doesn't mean we all have to be. Strive for better. Justin, good video IN SPITE of the minor grammar issues, and good on you for correcting yourself.
Thanks for the video. I'm actually a contractor for Nespresso and as I've just started with the company, I'm here to learn, even though I've had six weeks of training, I still think videos like yours give me some more education on coffee and the machines.
Great review! Just ordered this because I love coffee with a lot of crema but the nice espresso machines are over $600. The pod prices were easily justified once I realized that compared to my daily Starbucks runs this is still much cheaper
It's not crema, though. It's aerated foam. They're produced via different methods which creates different texture and flavor. Crema is produced via carbon dioxide trapped in the coffee. The foam from a Nespresso is caused by the blender-like action of the spinning pod and aerated water.
Two videos worth watching about this:
The Bizarre And Surprising Coffee Of The Nespresso Vertuo
czcams.com/video/pO06RC4pvr0/video.html
Crema Explained
czcams.com/video/j5rygXblZJU/video.html
We’re thinking of of buying one and your review is part of my research. It was very thorough and you covered everything I was curious about. So helpful!
I just got one, a Vertuo Plus and I wholeheartedly recommend it! Especially with the Aero 3.
Just got mine last week. Been great so far. Miles ahead of Keurig in terms of taste, quality and overall experience. Great video!
is it like Starbucks? What would u compare it to
Justin,you could review anything and make it interesting,such a refreshing change to hear such a well spoken young man.
I just got mine and am enjoying experimenting with it. My machine was made by Breville, and I believe some of them are made by another company, but that may be just for the original Nepresso. Once I finished the 12 pods that came with my machine, I tried to find the pods locally but found out they can only be obtained from the company. When I finally placed my order (on a Friday night), they arrived Monday morning. I compare this machine to having a printer; as stated, thy make their money on the pods, like printer manufacturers make it on ink cartridges. For me, I plan to use this when I only have time for one cup of coffee or I want a specialty drink. Mine came with a frothed, so I do have some extra options. I really appreciate the tips given here for cleaning the machine, etc. Do order the recycling bag when you place your order; it’s free.
I liked this review, I was however rather distracted by the strange positioning of the pot plant.
jabhip , you read my mind 😂
I kept getting worried he was going to elbow it off the table lol.
I laughed out loud cuz I haven’t noticed it till you mentioned it 😂
Lol
That's because your a prissy little bitch
Thanks for the review. I love mine! Saved me lots of cash since I feel I’d rather have my coffee than starbucks. Love the milk frother too
I have the same machine which is about 10 months old. While brewing the coffee started streaming out the back of the machine through the pod ejection ramp and all over the counter. I tried cleaning then rescaling and it still does it. Called customer service and they were amazing, Tried one more thing that didn’t work. They will send me a box specifically to ship the machine in for repair with the shipping prepaid. The repair time might be a little longer due to the pandemic, but she was very understanding. Very caring customer service. I have to make due with drip coffee for 3 or more weeks, and believe me, there is a big difference in taste! And I love the 14 ounce choice as well as the ability to choose the strength and underlying notes of the coffee.
My Nespresso machine arrived yesterday, fixed, with a nice note telling me what they did. Amazing coffee again this morning. Life is good!
Who else was watching the water jiggle the entire time?
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😭😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣🤣
The water and the plant 😂
Haha
Not until I read this. Now I can't stop.
This guy is amazing I wish I could talk that concisely
I can not understate how amazing my machine has been. I am a senior in high school, and I wake up every morning to make myself a nice drink that tastes just as good as what I would order from starbucks, for a fraction of the price and time. It takes 5 minutes to make my iced coffee with espresso at the max, and I'm ready to go! The only bad thing to come out of my machine has been that my mom also fell in love with it, and now has to buy her own when I move off to college! It's made my mornings easier, vastly cut down my calorie count, and has generally improved my mornings as a whole.
One thing I think is underrated about Nespresso is the amount of quality control they have with their product. With Keurig, they have an abundance of options for different flavors and brands, but they as a company have no control over how those different flavors actually taste when made in the machine or just the "health" aspect of the product. Nespresso controls essentially every aspect of their product which, yes, increases the price (really not much, though), but vastly improves the quality of the brew and the ingredients inside of it. The machine is intuitive and easy to use and clean, and above all, makes a good brew.
I wholeheartedly recommend this product to ANYONE wanting a fast, easy, and delicious coffee experience, NO MATTER your age! For people my age (late HS and college) STOP going to Starbucks and buy this! I used to go to Starbucks maybe 3 times a week at the most to get an Iced Caramel Macchiato, but now I can have one everyday, and an entire month's worth of Nespresso double espresso pods and vanilla coffee syrup costs as much as 1.5 weeks of going to Starbucks. Last thing: I think it says a lot about a product when an 18 year old kid is spending his afternoon writing a lengthy overwhelmingly positive review about it. That's how much I love this thing.
*EDIT* I feel the need to make it clear that this product is AMAZING for its ability to make a good cup of coffee or espresso at its price point and its extreme ease of use and overall convenience. I would not endorse this product over a traditional espresso maker if you want to drink espresso by itself, or if you have the time and willingness to actually make a quality espresso each morning (or whenever you feel like it). If you're like me and you want to make Starbucks-type drinks with all the fixings, or if you only want-to-spend/have 3-5 minutes to make your coffee in the morning, this product is for you. If you're choosing between Keurig and Nespresso, keep doing your research and make your decision individually, not solely based on this comment or video! (Also, Amazon has AMAZING customer service and return policies, so maybe even order either the keurig or nespresso and try them out for a week or so and return it if you don't like it! I will say that our old Keurig lost its touch a year or so in, but the Nespresso is still going strong now that we've had it about 6 months.)
Very well writ Jack, congrats.
I'm in the market for a Nespresso to replace my Keurig. I've watched tons of reviews and yours is the most straight forward and informative I've found so far! Thank you :)
get ready to spend $60 a month on pods, im going back to keurig
@@illsuive You forgot to mention that you can't purchase the pods anywhere the only way to get them is directly from the company which is how they get all of the money. There is only one store I've ever seen them in and it was my Bed Bath & Beyond unfortunately my BB&B just closed.
Nespresso currently only sells their capsules from their own stores as they want to create a one on one personal experience with their costumers but the have many options online to help you out with that and only two days shipping when you purchase the capsules they come in a sleeve of 10 per kind and it really doesn’t range over $12 per sleeve which when you consider how much you spend on a cup of coffee is not a lot and you are getting a 100% coffee grind
@@josephbennett3482 Pods are available through Nespresso online, in their physical stores (I happen to live near one) and on Amazon. There is also some third-party selling a refillable pod now, but I'm not sure I trust it. And he did very clearly say in the video that the pods are where they make their money. By the way, according to the Nespresso rep in the BB&B, BB&B has never carried the virtuo pods.
@@SkylarCarswell33 this rationale was why I finally got one of these. I was first put off by the price of pods and that they were only sold by the one company, but I finally decided that 1) the lattes it makes are as good as what I get at most coffee shops, and a lot cheaper and more convenient, and 2). The regular coffees it makes are a bonus for quick convenience. It did not replace my percolator for most morning coffee at home, but it did replace almost all my trips out for a latte. Plus it's much easier to use and clean than a traditional espresso machine. 3). I predict Nespresso will be in business for a while, and if they stop selling the pods while I still have a machine, I predict some third party will step in.
And Justin is right, if you're a coffee craft expert, who will drink nothing but the best, you're not looking at one of these anyway.
I got one this year and its great! PODs are about $1 a piece which is less then getting Starbucks. Very premium and the coffee is WAY better then anything I got out of my Keurig. Great gift for a coffee connoisseur.
1 $ a piece is pretty significant lol
I use these for mornings because I’m in back to back meetings, often triple or quadruple booked, and simply don’t have time to use my proper machine. Proper espresso machine takes 30 minutes to heat up, never mind grinding, pressing, pulling, frothing if I make a cappuccino, and cleaning. It’s as good as you can get without spending the time to make a proper espresso.
Will enjoy on your time off.
Hi Justin, thanks does your review. I didn’t like the Kuerig Coffee. I’ve been wondering about this machine for quite some time. Honestly, you’re the first video I could sit through. It’s was thorough, to the point and covered a lot. I hate it when there a lot of background info and unnecessary comments about who knows what. This is the type of video I was looking for. Thank you!!!
Nice job... overall, a very thorough overview. I own two of these machines. One was on my kitchen counter and the other on my desk at work. I have since started my own coffee roasting business so neither get use anymore but they served their purpose well and in the year or two I used them, never ran into a single issue. That’s not something I can say of any of the Keurig machines I had owned prior.
For quick and convenient, these machines are great. If you’re more into subtle flavors and not against taking more time to brew an excellent cup, these machines are not for you. I used to drink these every day and now, I can’t seem to tolerate more than a sip or two before dumping it out.
Oh, and my eye twitched every time I heard “expresso”. You’ve learned something new though, so thats good. LOL
So how do u make your coffe now ? Im about to buy one but your method sounds better whay do i need
Taiel Az For espresso, I have a machine made by Rocket. That’s not in every person’s budget though. For coffee, I like pour overs. You can get a Hario V60 for under $20 and in 3-4 minutes, you have a great cup of coffee. For larger pots and convenience, I also have and enjoy the Breville Precision Brewer. That makes a pot of coffee (typical drip machine) but also have a pour over accessory for those very early mornings when you don’t want to put the effort in.
No one in my region says es-presso, and it has a HIGH Italian population (many speaking Italian as a first language).
Amazon has metal reusable capsules where you can use your own coffee grounds!!
I just received mine and LOVE it. I also have a refillable capsule and use fresh ground coffee in it. Takes it to the next level.
What's this refillable capsule? The pod cost is the only thing holding me back on this
Where did you get the refillable capsule?
@@jkevinn12 Amazon. the stainless steel version also the refill kit. Both work well.
@@MrUltimateX the nespresso vertuo line is more $$$ then the original it also produces amazing coffee. If you invest the refill system or reusable pod, it makes it worth it. I still buy new on sale or special but been very happy
@@mmstep5150 That's good to hear! I'm super bored of my pour over coffee. Going to try and score a machine on sale this holiday!
I just got mine as a gift and wow I’m very impressed and coffee take amazing .. it cheaper then Starbucks and with COVID this is a great alternative.. love the coffee
Great review !! Short and sweet and too the point
Nespresso recommend descaling a Nespresso machine after every 400-600 capsules, or at least every 6 months.
Vertuoline has made me from a non coffee drinker, into a coffee drinker!
Same!
Yes, I have one. The Best for my household.
Great coffee
Now that I get free weekly bags of coffee (from work), I found it useless to continue to buy pods. I ended up buying a stainless steel reusable pod for my nespresso so I can use my own freshly ground beans :D saved me tons!!
What is your reusable pod called and where did you get it from?
@@vintagedesert I can't remember, I just typed in "stainless steel reusable nespresso pod" on Amazon and got the one with the most/best reviews
I’m not sure if you can use a reusable pod with this model.
Great review thanks just purchased mine today 😍
All things considered, one really can't go wrong with Nespresso.☕❤️
funny joke
carry a baggage full of capsules back from europe, half the price of US..
I never knew there was an expiration date. Good to know you can email them if you get an expired sleeve. Thanks
Terrific review. You’re one of the few people that actually understands what these machines are and aren’t.
Those comercials that George Clooney use to do for the Nespresso still crack me up!😀
Descaling solution can be made by adding a Tbsp of citric acid (found at chemical supply companies on line), or one packet of non-sweetened lemonade flavored Kool Ade to a full tank of water. Just run another tank of clean water through afterward.
This review was really helpful as I'm thinking about becoming a first time Nespresso owner. Have you had problems with water leakage? I saw a concerning number of comments on their site.
What a great real world review. I get the appeal of convenience with these and Keurig, but the expense of the machines along with the ongoing high price of pods and capsules is a big negative. Not to mention the resources used to produce the capsules/pods and subsequent landfill waste. All for a mediocre coffee or espresso at best.
I use and recommend an Aeropress along with a burr coffee grinder. Together they make wonderful coffee. I grind the beans fresh for each espresso like shot (I also only use for latte) or cup of americano coffee. Boiling the water, grinding the beans and brewing the espresso/coffee takes 5 minutes or less. And cleanup is just a rinse under the faucet. Great coffee, low expense, no waste and just a tiny amount of effort.
Nespresso produce 0 waste a pods are recyclable and recyclable bags are free. Also the coffee in the pods are high end and not just any coffee bean is used. Absolutely no oxygen touches the coffee in production until they are punctured by the machine to brew.
futureace One Hi, I’ve recently bought my 3rd Delonghi Nespresso Pro machine (ea. time I buy a better machine with more functions). I use a particular brand of ground coffee & refillable coffee pods, which allows convenience, cheaper pods & sustainability (original style pods). Plus the machine can be used as an urn. I have a really tiny kitchen, no kettle taking up space for which I’m so grateful. Enjoyed this review too.
I went through three Nespresso machines and blew lots of money with bad tasting coffee. The machine is not durable. The first few months it was fantastic, but I ended up losing more money because the machines will not last long. I use a French press now and I am happy.
Great review, you covered all the essentials. :) Thank you!
I went with the non-motorized lid version of this machine. I clean it between each use by running an empty espresso shell through after each brew. It’s amazing how there are always a few grounds that come out when I do. Where are they going when I don’t do it like this? 🤔
I did enjoy your review! It was honest and spot on. I recently purchased the same model and color and agree on all fronts!
I still enjoy my Keurig but i will purchase a Nespresso one day, even though the capsules are pricey
Loved your video man, you gave the facts straight. I see so many people talking about how this machine makes "espresso" when it is not true at all, it is almost the same kind of coffee that u can get from a Moka pot which is not espresso either. To get espresso you need 9 Barr of pressure, which these appliances do not achieve. I'm not saying that you cant enjoy their this kind of coffee but some people need to watch this video to get their facts straight.
I just got one yesterday. It comes within 2 days. If you drink one per day. I think it worth it. It costs around 0.7 cents per cup. I use one casual to two cups. The second cup will little thinner but it is still tasty for me.
The original machine does Lungos too and not only expressos. Have one bought around 7 years back, still runs, never had issues with it - just do maintenance (descaling) every 4 months or so..
I’m looking to buy a Nespresso and this was VERY helpful, thank you!
Me too I have 3 Keurig’s the coffee is so bad I been buying cold brew and using it ! Sigh 😔
Just want to mention that the machines from both lines actually do create the proper pressure to make proper espresso/coffee with real creama. I grew up in a coffee shop and was used to certain coffees. But I now own both an Original machine and a Vertuo because they genuinely do produce the same quality as a coffee shop machine. Their Original machines are even rated at a higher bar pressure than most coffee shops even use. I am lucky to have a store near me where the staff actually knows what they're talking about and the amazing work the company puts into the coffee is outstanding.
Great comment/s. Here in the UK our coffee shops start out making rich, full-bodied coffee for Cortados, Flat whites etc but as they change staff, the coffee gets drowned in milk! The only good coffee is an independent run by a Colombian guy who uses the same machine as the chains that make sloppy coffee! There are virtually no Colombians in the UK but I'm very lucky!!!!
It's not crema, though. It's aerated foam. They're produced via different methods which creates different texture and flavor. Crema is produced via carbon dioxide trapped in the coffee. The foam from a Nespresso is caused by the blender-like action of the spinning pod and aerated water.
Two videos worth watching about this:
The Bizarre And Surprising Coffee Of The Nespresso Vertuo
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Crema Explained
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Can we take a moment to appreciate that amazing plant.
I was n Bed, Bad & Beyond the other day, and out of sheer boredom I let the Nespresso rep run through her spiel about the Nespresso lines. After thinking how Nespresso tries to rope you into whatever coffee they have on tap, I was pretty sure I’d never buy this product. Until your video, I didn’t even consider how much Nespresso was gonna soak customers for the pods. Your video completely convinced me I’d never buy one.
It's worth it , easy and don't have to worry about being consistent
Paid 50 for mines and although I love the machine I really wish there were third party sellers bc the pods along with the delivery can be expensive. This month I’m going to try to go to Sur la table to see if they have them there to eliminate that pesky delivery fee!
Amber Heard You can get refillable pods for them, then you can use any coffee you would like, and it is MUCH MUCH cheaper
Bed bath and beyond has them as well as Costco
Starbucks have now bought out a vertuo line
Espresso is a borrowed word from Italian referring to coffee brewed by forcing steam or hot water through finely ground coffee. This method is quick, involves "pressing" water through coffee, and the word is very close to the English word "express," which shares those meanings. Thus, it is not uncommon, nor wrong, to hear this beverage referred to as expresso.
Source: www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/espresso-vs-expresso-usage-history
you have a very calming voice
no he dont
It's neither calming nor alarming, his is just an ordinary voice.
Awesome review brother. Just returned my Walmart keurig today. Coffee tastes watered down and disappointing
I loved how detailed this is! I'm looking for the right nespresso machine for me and this video was super helpful! Also, Marylander here too! I heard the accent when you said honeycomb lol.
This was really helpful. Thank you.
I love my Nexspresso machine
I just bought this mashine :) and I love it. But all those coffee pods are confusing? Is it the size of the pos and not the coffee inside, that desides what it is? Espresso, american, ordinary, and such?
Personal experience - I hated the taste of the vertuo line coffee / espresso. I exchanged the machine for a machine that uses the original capsules and like it a lot.
Paula what’s the difference?
Al-Moa’qt I am really not sure what the exact difference is, but the vertuo line capsules tasted very artificial to me. I know that vertuo offers both espresso and coffee capsules. Also, the machines that use the original capsules are capable is using capsules of different brands while vertuo machines only use Nespresso capsules. Hope this helps!
Paula thank you so much for the great info! I ordered both in order to keep one and return the other. Do you know the best way/ product to refill the capsules? I found a lot on Amazon but the reviews are not good.
Al-Moa’qt hi I’m very sorry but I just saw your message. I don’t know of any good ones that you can refill because I haven’t tried any yet. If you have Costco by you they started carrying Starbucks capsules for the original line I think they are 39$ for 60 of them, which is still pricey but cheaper than other capsules. I think they also have Peet’s coffee, but I haven’t tried. Let me know how you like the machines!
Refilling is not an option, but the capsules are 100% recyclable.
I own a keurig mini and only used it a few times and it currently sits on a shelf collecting dust. Ive been seeing a lot of people with nespresso
U use my keurig mini everyday, multiple times, im not that picky on my coffe, i drink the kirkland bold one on the strong setting, and its fine by me (i drink my coffee black with just a tiny bit of sugar). Im thinking on upgrading to a nesspreso but i dont know.
FYI, official pronunciation: VER same as VERy (not like verrrb) TEW O 🤣
Also don’t use vinegar to descale! It’s not powerful enough! And it will taste terrible!! The descale solution uses citric acid which can descale in 5min vs 4hrs of soaking (not possible to soak internals)
Also I would actually recommend to buy from nespresso site, you always get a free gift or can use a coupon and can add the free recycle bags (don’t forget to add to cart). Amazon won’t provide the bags/provide free shipping.
Great overview ... they should make a ‘cleaning pod’ for annual maintenance.
Unfortunately a cleaning pod wouldn't be able to help clean your water lines. Which is what the descaling is for. :)
Although no water sits in the machine, as water passes through it can leave mineral build up over time.
Great video, but that Nordic Vanilla Princess Cake capsule sells for $20 each now, I couldn't stop looking at the capsule LOL
very informative review - thank you!
I love the taste of the coffes, But only one thing that I am Not happy about and No ones talks about it......... I wish the coffe came out extremely hot ! To enjoy it... I have to basically finish it in less than three minutes because it’s not hot enough!!!!!
Beautiful addiction by Ale Valenciana turn it on, off then on again to let it heat up twice !!
@@angellinamango I agree... I'm doing the same thing too
I find myself having to rush the drinking because of this problem, too, but I've gotten used to it. I only switched from the Original Line because my partner likes long coffee, but I ended up liking it so much that I'm the one who uses it more.
I just bought one and I noticed it but I make nine iced so it's a good thing for me
Get a covered coffee mug.
Maybe a YETI brand, it keeps it hot for an hour!
I love my machine and think the espresso is great!
Its not espresso.
pumpkin1escobar they have tons of different options from regular coffee, mixed coffee drinks, and actual espresso.
pumpkin1escobar yes it is?
Excellent review. You’ve sold me.
Where did you get it from?
Just got mine for £65 including delivery !
So did I plus the offer included 100 free pods. Unfortunately they make their money by addicting you and paying the premium price of those pods.
Just so you know, they are referred to as capsules, not PODs. Also, the brewing process is called “centrifusion,” where it utilizes the centrifugal force to create the crema. Normally, crema is produced by multiple bars of pressure, however, if you want THAT process, the Nespresso OriginalLine has that ability.
It’s the printer and ink concept ( sell you the printer for next to nothing and gouge you on the ink) we managed to figure that one out. I reuse the aluminum pods and buy aluminum foil caps on Amazon. I can make my own custom flavours. I can make about twenty pods in about twenty minutes. A buck twenty a pod!? Hahaha! Not in my lifetime. Thanks for the great review!
Crema is oil from the coffee. All coffee has oil, so the crema from the Vertuo Systems is authentic crema. It’s the espresso from the vertuo Systems that aren’t true espressos because “true” espresso is made under pressure.
The Vertuo System runs at an extreme high RPM to create the same pressure you'd find in an espresso machine, that's part of how the creama is possible on the coffees and espresso. :) That's also why the machine moves or vibrates more than a Keurig, it's creating that pressure to give you real espresso and coffee.
@Andrew, I disagree. As the other reply says, pressure created by centrifugal force is no less 'true' than pressure made by a pump. It is a different process, no doubt, but that does make it less 'true' any more than pump driven espresso machines are less 'true' than boiler machines. The crems is another story. Crema on traditional espresso is an indicator that you did everything just right. Use bad coffee, don't tamp or pull correctly, and you won't get good crema. This centrifuge process will pump out an inch of foam on anything it puts out, no matter what. It's not the same.
Thanks for great video,very well explained,i heard alot about these machines leaking and were you put pod in is very hard ti clean around it but you have it along time and no problems so must be ok i think i will buy one,thanks again
I just purchased one of these machines it was only £99 for the machine with 100 free capsules and a free 2 months subscription to the nespresso membership
Haha same. We have a boutique in our city and I've been today to use my free credit too. Got some cups and syrup plus 5 boxes of pods.
Where did u get it please?
I have had an nespresso membership since 2006 . Many good coffees but sick of all the dramas warm coffees over the years and high cost of pods. Looking at latest Breville Oracle Touch machine .
Thank you! Have been looking for this all over
I just got mine at Williams Sonoma, on sale, and it came with a milk frothier. They are manufactured by two different companies; mine was made by Breville, and so far I’m enjoying it.
We are waiting for our shipment of coffee as I watch this video, can't wait
Good review, but hearing you say EXpresso repeatedly is somewhat painful.
I found another word I say wrong, thanks for bringing that to my attention! I was raised by a Korean mom so I say all kinds of words close but weird LOL
Snowflake 🙄
Hola, es normal que siga goteando la cafetera en la parte de adentro donde SE pone El pods y por donde sale El cafe Sigue goteando cafe incluso horas despues de haber hecho El cafe
I had a Nespresso Essenza Mini which I loved. Thought I'd upgrade to a Vertuo machine... holy fuck what were they thinking. The coffee tasted absolutely awful, and what had been a really simple process to make a coffee suddenly became complex and bulky. Returned it the next day.
Joseph Kaz how is your Essenza mini? How long have you had it?
“... we chose this machine” not once did you say exactly “which” machine it is..great video please tell me the name and brand of the machine in video.
Nespresso VertuoPlus
Hey Jorge! Great video!
Not gonna last much longer they sell the machine for 1 euro now
I am having a hard time choosing between a Nespresso machine and the Keurig K-Cafe machine.
Nice review. Thank you.
Nespresso is like Apple and BMW etc. - expensive and usually loved by the people can afford it - ‘what else?’ People stop being petty and just drink the coffee you like. Nobody is forcing a Nespresso pod down anyone’s throat so resit your inner troll.
Can’t drink anything else now
Excellent job Justin
Great review, thanks.
compared to instant coffee/dried coffee. This pods is a fantastic choice! If you compare a real espresso from a espressomachine and a grinder for ex $ 1,500 - 2,000, the comparison will be dishwasher - espresso! And the cost will be a tenth of what a pods cost...
I was going to buy one On sale before I heard you say “the beans in these capsules were ground up months ago”
Ours started making a grinding noise when opening and closing the automated head and I don't see any way of getting in there to clean it easily.
Have you had any leaks with the reservoir? A lot of reviews are complaining about water leaks..
Big Ed mine was leaking for the first few days, and then I’m not sure what happened, it just stopped
Great video, thanks!
Did u get the one with the milk frother and do you ever make ice coffee with your machine? Great review💕
Enjoyed video. How hard is it to find the pods? I currently have a Starbucks Verismo which I love, but they stopped selling the pods in the stores and I hate ordering them online.
Very good review, thank you. I've had the original Nespresso capsule system for many years and use it daily and not sure of extra benefits with this new system. One small thing that bothers me with old system is that the accessories like water tank etc aren't dishwasher proof and need to be washed by hand. Presume same on the newer Vertuo machines?
Yeah I agree - I just don’t understand the attraction with these models as they seem a lot more expensive.
what kinds of nespresso pods you favourite?
We find the coffee is not hot enough, is there a way to make it hotter????? Also the pods are expensive and hard to find!!!!
The coffee is good but it's bloody expensive!
For someone who used to only like Barista made coffee, this is cheaper for me
Expensive compared to what? Fresh ground, brewed traditionally? Yes, this is more expensive. Going out for coffee? No, this is cheaper. The brown water from a k-cup? Ok, but no comparison for me. I have to like it for it to be worth anything.
How do you clean them 🤔
I haven’t been a big coffee person until I started drinking Nespresso (quality) coffee I found it hard to drink other coffee
Nice vid! Found your channel through Reddit :-).
Right. Crema is named for a reason.
Foam is not crema.