How do you choose a coffee machine?
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In this video, we'll show you all the different types of coffee machines. We'll explain the differences, so you can choose a machine that suits you.
We'll highlight these machines:
- Senseo machines
- L'OR machines
- Dolce Gusto machines
- Nespresso Original and Vertuo machines
- Filter coffee machines
- Fully automatic machines
- Piston machines
Fully automatic coffee machines
€ 0.11 per cup of coffee
Want to make coffee fast and with freshly ground beans? A fully automatic coffee machine is a must-have. You can make various coffee specialties with it. And with a machine with a milk reservoir or milk tube, you can even make a cappuccino with the touch of a button.
- Freshly ground coffee beans
- Coffee at the touch of a button
- Flavor is adjustable
- 2 cups per brew
- A lot of maintenance
Piston machines
€ 0.11 per cup of coffee
If you want to make coffee like a barista does, you do it with a piston machine. It takes some practice to make a delicious cup of coffee, as it requires you to carry out lots of steps yourself. You determine the ratio. You can make the most delicious espressos and cappuccinos as a result.
- Freshly ground coffee beans, with bean hopper
- Flavor is adjustable
- 2 cups per brew
- Takes time and practice
- A lot of maintenance
Filter coffee machines
€ 0.09 per cup of coffee
A filter coffee machine is mostly suitable for making large amounts of coffee in one go. You have limited options in terms of coffee flavors, and the coffee doesn't taste as strong as an espresso. Some filter coffee machines allow you to adjust the flavor per cup.
- Ground coffee
- 10 to 15 cups per brew
- Little maintenance
- Tea-like flavor, not everyone likes it
Nespresso Original
€ 0.42 per cup of coffee
With a Nespresso Original coffee machine, you can quickly make an espresso or lungo with a capsule. Even though it requires little work and maintenance, you can make delicious espressos. This machine is mostly suitable for smaller households, because the water tank runs out of water quickly.
- Make coffee quickly and easily
- Little maintenance
- Many coffee flavors
- 1 cup per brew
- Coffee capsules are expensive
Nespresso Vertuo
€ 0.60 per cup of coffee
With a Nespresso Vertuo, you can make 5 cup sizes. From an espresso to a 0.5L pot. Use the different capsules with barcodes on them to do that. That way, the machine knows how much water to use to make your coffee right away.
- Different coffee sizes
- Make coffee quickly and easily
- Little maintenance
- 1 cup per brew
- Coffee capsules are expensive and only available at Nespresso
L'OR
€ 0.39 per cup of coffee
With a L'OR coffee machine, you can make coffee with a capsule at the touch of a button. You can make 1 or 2 cups at the same time. Choose from ristrettos, espressos, lungos, and even filter coffee. The machine is very maintenance-friendly, as you only have to descale it once every 3 months..
- Make coffee quickly and easily
- 2 cups per brew
- Little maintenance
- Coffee capsules are expensive
- You can't make milk specialties without a milk frother
Senseo machine
€ 0.12 per cup of coffee
A Senseo coffee machine is quick and easy. You can use it to make 2 cups at the same time,. If the machine has the Intensity Select function, you can also adjust the flavor of a cup of coffee. You have to descale a Senseo machine once every 3 months.
- Make coffee quickly and easily
- 2 cups per brew
- Little maintenance
- Flavor not always adjustable
- You can't make milk specialties without a milk frother
Dolce Gusto machines
€0.33 per cup of coffee
You can make various coffee specialties and other hot drinks with a Dolce Gusto coffee machine. And you can do it quickly and easily. An advantage is that it requires little maintenance, but you can only make 1 cup per brew.
- Make coffee quickly and easily
- Little maintenance
- Many coffee flavors
- 1 cup per brew
- Coffee cups are expensive
Fully automatic machines vs piston machines
Not sure which one you need yet? There are lots of machines to choose from. We'll explain the difference between the machine a little bit further. A fully automatic machine and piston machine have 1 thing in common, which is that you can make coffee with freshly ground coffee with them. A fully automatic machine has to be filled with beans and water, and the machine does the rest. With a piston machine, you determine the ratio yourself and have to make coffee manually. We'll explain the differences extensively.
Nespresso vs fully automatic
Can't decide between a Nespresso and a fully automatic machine? We'll highlight the differences for you. Both machines are user-friendly, because you can make coffee with the touch of a button. A fully automatic uses coffee beans to do that, while a Nespresso machine uses capsules. You can easily adjust your coffee with a fully automatic. With a Nespresso, you can only adjust the volume. A fully automatic allows you to make lots of different recipes, a Nespresso has a few options. A fully automatic does require a lot of maintenance, while a Nespresso only has to be descaled.
Nespresso vs Senseo
Don't know if you want a coffee machine with capsules or with pads? In this article, we'll explain the difference between a Nespresso and a Senseo more clearly. The coffees have a different flavor and the machines have a different brewing method. With a capsule, you can make fuller and stronger cups of coffee than with a pad. But maybe, that's what you prefer.
Nespresso vs Dolce Gusto
You want a coffee machine with capsules, but aren't sure which machine to choose. Nespresso machines and Dolce Gusto machines both use capsules, but have different specifications. Nespresso machines mostly make cups of black coffee, while Dolce Gusto machines allow you to directly make various coffee and milk specialties. You do have to use milk-powder capsules instead of fresh milk for that. With a Nespresso with a milk option, you can use fresh milk.
