The Best Pod Coffee Machines
Pod coffee makers allow you to add a capsule with ground or roast coffee beans into the. Then the coffee pours through for a specified amount of time to make your beverage.
Some pod coffee makers have multiple cup sizes as well as a built-in filter and milk that froths. The best pod coffee maker for you is based on your personal preferences and lifestyle.
1. Keurig K-Select
If you're looking for a simple Keurig coffee maker without the bells and whistles of higher-end models, this one is a good choice. It's easy to use, has a beautiful design and can be stored away in an area of the kitchen when it's not being used.
One disadvantage of this machine is that it can be a bit noisy, but this isn't a major issue. It's also quite small and will fit in tiny counter spaces. But, if you're looking for a Keurig that offers a wider variety of sizes or a carafe that is suitable for traditional drip brewing, you should consider other options.
The Keurig K-Select single serve coffee maker combines sleek design with more efficient features to help make your perfect cup every time. Select from a wide selection of K-Cups, or brew your coffee using a universal My-K-Cup filter (sold separate). The Strong Brew feature kicks up the strength and intensity of your coffee which makes it the ideal choice for coffee lovers who appreciate a strong cup.
The brewer is simple to operate that are operated by buttons. Place the K-Cup and then select the desired size of brew and press to brew. In less than a minute, you'll have a freshly-brewed cup of coffee ready to drink. The large 52-ounce reservoir allows you to make up to five cups between refills, making it easier to manage your morning routine.
The Keurig is easy to clean. The water reservoir and lid can be cleaned and removed by hand. To ensure your Keurig is working optimally, you must always descale it before cleaning. Follow the guidelines in the user's guide. The warranty covers the brewer as well as all accessories that came with it, except for normal wear and tear, damage due to abuse or misuse, and any external causes of failure like power outages.
2. Tassimo My Way
This is the ideal choice for those who love coffee and want a machine that does more than just make your daily cup. It can make a variety of drinks including hot cocoa. The huge 1.3-litre water tank can allow multiple cups to be brewed at the same time. The machine can be heated up within three seconds, and it has a built-in milk container that allows you to make latte or a cappuccino. It also comes with a touch-sensitive screen that allows you to alter the intensity, temperature, and the volume of your beverage.
Tassimo My Way uses T Discs which are a set of ingredients that can be used to make your drink. There are more than 70 different varieties to choose from, including brands such as Kenco and Costa to Costa, Milka and Cadbury's. The machine comes with a selection of T discs, including those for tea and hot chocolate.
We found the coffee it produced to be of high quality, albeit slightly less than that of other pod machines in this round-up. It also steamed the milk to make an espresso fairly quickly and gave a smooth mouthfeel, but not too thick. It is important to remember that the frothy T Disc milk has sugar which, though not a major problem it might not be for everyone's taste.
Tassimo My Way's removable components, the drip tray and the water tank are all dishwasher-safe. A Brita filter is included, as is an ice-cleaning disk. A helpful indicator light informs you when it's time to descale, and the water reservoir helps keep the limescale to a minimum. The machine is Energy Star rated, which reduces the power consumption of up to 15%.
3. Lavazza Lungo Pod Machine
This Nespresso-compatible pod coffee machine capsule maker from Lavazza which was developed in collaboration with Sage is among the most beautiful machines on the market. It's made with tough and attractive materials, has an adjustable steam wand for making lattes and cappuccinos as well as an stainless milk jug made of steel. Place a pod into the machine, select your cup size and the machine whirs into action, making espresso, lungo, double espresso, gran lungo, alto and mug drinks with a thick layer of silky froth.
Like most pod machines, you load a pod through an opening at the top of the machine, and then drop it into the. The machine punctures the capsule and then closes it. When you lift the lever the used pod will fall into a dedicated spent pod tray beneath the drip tray.
It's not the fastest machine to make coffee, taking 30 seconds for an espresso shot and around 90 seconds for a lungo but the results are consistently impressive, with great crema and a smooth, rich taste. The machine will also alert you when it's time to refill the tank of water or the pod bin.
One of the main selling points for this machine is the ability to use it with any Lavazza brand pod There are seven in all, including espresso ground (Qualita Rossa, Intenso, Passionale and Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso) and two organic coffees (!Tierra! Bio). The pod coffee machine isn't cheap but if you combine it with pod delivery services it can cost similar to an ordinary bean-to-cup machine. The slim design of this machine makes it possible to fit into the smallest kitchens. The pods are compostable in a way that you can place them in your council food bins or garden compost.
4. Nespresso Vertuo Pod Machine
Nespresso machines are among the best pod coffee makers for those who are looking for an efficient, reliable, and consistent coffee. They are quick to heat up and are easy to use. Just insert a capsule and push a button and you're done. They also create a rich crema that can be added to your drinks to add thickness and flavor. The official pods coffee machines are not inexpensive and you'll need to buy them.
The Vertuo line is a distinct machine from the OriginalLine machines, which make use of espresso capsules. They read each capsule's barcode, automatically adapting the brewing parameters to make the perfect cup. And they feature a centrifusion mechanism that spins the capsule coffee makers in order to extract the fullest flavors and most dense crema.
The machines aren't quite as intuitive as the other options. The lid is only opened when the machine is ready, and it takes around 30 seconds for the capsule to heat up. And they don't come with a milk frother as do other pod coffee makers on this list, so you'll need to spend an additional PS90 or so to buy an extra Aeroccino in order to make lattes and cappuccinos.
They also require more maintenance than other models - filling the water tank and emptying the pod containers used for descaling - but they come with an app which reminds you to do these tasks, and offers tools such as store locators and capsule recyclers. If you connect your machine with an IntelliPort you can control it with voice commands. This is a great feature if you are making coffee at 4am in the dark or have limited strength.
5. SMEG Barista Pod Machine
This sleek pod machine is the lovechild between an adored Italian brand and a well-known company that manufactures kitchen appliances. It has the retro, sleek curves that SMEG are renowned for, and can make both espresso and lungo drinks. It comes with a programable setting for the shot, dual-height drip trays, and removable pod bin.
This coffee maker allows you to make an instant cup of lungo or espresso in the morning or during your work break. Its easy-to-use control panel is sleek and doesn't interfere with its purpose. It has three interchangeable baskets for different types of capsules. You can use loose-ground beans (although the use of a separate grinder is required).
The SMEG Barista Pod Machine does not come with a pitcher for milk. However, it does have a Pannarello built-in milk frother that can froth cow and soymilk nicely. It also has an oversized portafilter of 51mm that is smaller than a typical commercial-style filter. It's also pressurized, which is nice because it will not give you the stale, lingering grind taste. It comes with a plastic tamper that can also double as spoon.
The SMEG is the most expensive machine on our list. It's a good investment it if you're looking for something retro or you like making espresso drinks quickly. It's also a great option when you're just beginning to learn about the world of coffee making and don't want to endure the hassles of measuring, grinding, and the process of tamping your own beans.