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The Best Coffee Pod Machine

The most elegant pod machine we've ever seen, this brushed-steel model has the renowned Sage quality and user-friendly. It preheats after switch-on, and makes an espresso with aroma or a little longer lungo in about 30 seconds.

The pod models are an excellent alternative to bean-to-cup machines. They take the clumsiest aspects of making coffee off your hands, like grinding and measuring grounds.

1. Speedy

Pod machines can be set up and used faster than espresso machines. Most of them can make a cup in 30 seconds. But they do come at an expense in that the pre-portioned coffee pods that are used in these machines tend to be more expensive than freshly roasted beans. And they are not recycled. (though certain companies now offer recycling bags for free and UPS labels for returning them).

The Nespresso CitiZ has one of the fastest pod machines available due to the barcode scanner which scans each compatible pod's code prior to making coffee. This ensures you get consistently top-quality coffee every time. There is hardly any chance of getting a bad drink. The machine is among the lightest and slimmest on the market. It doesn't require an additional milk container and its compact footprint allows it to be easily incorporated into the tiniest kitchens.

The CitiZ isn't the best machine to minimize the environmental impact. It doesn't have an automatic descaling function, and you'll have to do it yourself every 300 cups if you live in hard water or 1200 cups in soft water areas. It is also necessary to put the filter cartridge once this runs out, which could be costly for some users.

The Tassimo Vivy 2 is another quick machine that comes with a customisable button and the option of using ground coffee or ESE pods that are pre-dosed and tampered grounds squeezed between filter paper. This model is B-Corp Certified. It is committed to reducing the negative impact it has on the environment and workforce. Its only downside is that it takes a little longer to heat up, but once that is done, it will be able to brew the cup in about 35 seconds.

Vertuo Creatista is a stylish sleek machine that can create a variety of drinks with different sizes and styles. This sleek machine, designed in collaboration with Sage is not just simple to use, but it also comes with an ice cream wand stainless steel jug and a milk frother.

2. Removable parts

The ease of use of pod coffee makers is a major benefit. The top models are easy to operate. Most machines utilize the same basic method to make the perfect cup of coffee the water is heated inside the reservoir, and then pushed through capsules to create rich hot, hot java. Most brands offer different sizes of drinks for different needs. You can also save your own settings to make the process more efficient.

Keurig's K-Cups and Nestle's Nespresso VertuoLine series are the two leading players in the market, however both offer a variety of capsules from popular roasters and brands. Some pods are designed to be used once and get thrown away, whereas others are meant to be used multiple times. Either way, you'll need to think about the way you'll dispose of the pods you've used up so that they do not end up in the garbage.

The SMEG we tested has a reservoir of water that is easy to fill. It also automatically releases another capsule machine coffee after the previous one cools down. It can brew coffee and lungo drinks and comes with eight different blends that provide plenty of options. This brewer will appeal to coffee machine for pods drinkers who want to move away from drip coffee.

In our tests, the Tassimo My Way 2 proved to be the most enjoyable to use. Its sleek design makes it a looker on your countertop and opens with a light touch to reveal a hidden compartment to store your empty pods. The machine has an in-built water filter system which is perfect for areas with hard water.

This machine brews an ordinary cup of coffee (240ml), as well as lungo and ristretto-style espresso drinks and is surprisingly fast. The controls are easy to operate, using the style of airplane toggles that can be easily retracted and a lever which retracts to reveal the opening to drop in your coffee maker. It takes a bit of pressure to close, however the majority of our test subjects even those with limitations in hand strength and mobility, felt comfortable.

3. Size

The best coffee pod machines remove all the messes of coffee making out of your hands. You simply load in one of the pods, press an icon and make coffee. It is still necessary to clean your machine every now and then but not as often as a bean-to-cup or espresso maker. The pod machines are smaller than their bigger counterparts and can be stacked on the counter when not in use.

Whether a coffee pod machine is the best choice for you depends on your preferences and what you're looking to get out of it. All pod coffee machines machines are simple to operate, however, some provide more options for customization. Be aware of the different coffee pods as well as brew sizes, milk and options for frothing when picking the right machine.

Many people associate pod-based pod-making machines with the likes of Nespresso and Keurig However, there are a few more recent competitors which are worth looking into. One of them is Bruvi which makes use of a bespoke pod system called B-Pods that can only be used by its machines. The pods are marked with a barcode that is scanned by the machine to adjust the brewing settings automatically.

The machine will eliminate all the guesswork out of it and ensure that each drink is perfect every time. It can even save customised drinks to a dedicated button so you can create them at the touch of a button.

Other machines, such as Sage's My Way, offer greater control over your cup of coffee than the majority machines, allowing you to choose the exact size and temperature for each beverage. It's a little more expensive than other models, but it comes with the polished stainless steel design and top-quality customer service that's associated with the brand. It is a solid option for those looking to get something more from their pod-based coffee maker.

While the majority of people will be using a pod-based machine to make single-serve beverages, there are some larger models that are able to create longer shots, also known as lungos, also. Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg, a perfect example, blends retro fifties styling from SMEG and Italian coffee maker Lavazza. It can be a little intimidating to use thanks to its airplane-style toggles and manual lever, but it's easy and incredibly enjoyable to use - a lungo is brewed in only 30 seconds, and the discarded pods are deposited into an internal bin at the touch of a button.

4. Customization

One reason pod coffee makers might not be the right choice for you is its lack of flexibility to customize. If you don't have an additional milk frother, the only way to add more flavor or creaminess is to make use of hot tea or chocolate option in your mug or to manually add milk to your coffee. For many people this won't be a problem however it could be a sticking point for those who prefer an automated experience in the morning.

Bosch's Intellibrew technology uses a barcode reader to scan each capsule and automatically pre-wet, infuse and dispense the correct volume of coffee required for that kind of pod. It's a hassle-free, hands-off machine that does the job flawlessly, but does not have any options for customizing drinks or for varying the strength of brew. Some customers might be disappointed by this, but many will appreciate the ease of use and the variety of cup sizes (espressos, lungos and mugs) to be exactly what they are looking for.

This coffee maker is low maintenance. It only requires you to refill the water tank and decaffeinate the reservoir every so often. It can make short espresso-style shots and tall travel mugs easily. As mentioned earlier, the used pods are ejected into a container hidden from view that helps keep your kitchen tidy. It also does a great job of providing full-bodied, crema-topped coffees.

This machine is part of Smeg’s 1950s-style collection. It's user-friendly with a simple panel of buttons and can be used with ground coffee and ESE pods. The only drawback is that it lacks an indicator to let you know when it's time to descale and the maximum water level cannot be set, which is a minor issue. You'll also have to purchase the brand's own capsules which can be expensive. This is a great pod machine for those who want an attractive and convenient appliance that is able to serve at a reasonable price. This model is compatible with a variety of capsules from third-party manufacturers and works with the Nespresso Vertuo range.