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Coffee machine buying guide

Which machine is right for you?

Australia is a nation of coffee lovers but everyone has their preferred strength, blend and coffee type. There’s a Nespresso coffee machine out there to suit everyone’s tastes and preferences. If you’re on the search for a machine that satisfies your caffeine cravings, gives you the quality and taste of a barista experience in your own home, and fits your lifestyle, this coffee machine buying guide will help you find your perfect match.

coffee machine buying guide

For the versatile coffee-drinker

These sleek and powerful machines brew fresh coffee with crema, pour authentic espresso, and offer the versatility of five different cup sizes with just one touch of a button. They also have the option of four different capsule sizes: large capsule for Alto and Mug, medium sized for Gran Lungo and a small sizes for Double Espresso and Espresso.

Our recommendations

VertuoPlus Black (Round Top)

VertuoPlus Titan (Flat Top)

For the minimalists

Design
Sometimes less is more when it comes to the design of your coffee machine. If you are the sort of coffee maker who likes to put your machine away in between uses, you should look for a sleek and minimal design.

Taste
If you enjoy coffee in its simplest form, look for a machine that creates your preferred type of coffee and don’t worry too much about additional features or add-ons.

Our recommendations

Essenza Mini De'Longhi Ruby Red

Essenza Mini Solo Breville Pure Black

The compact design of the Essenza Mini range comes in two distinctive shapes and each shape is available in three different colours.

For the at-home baristas

It’s true, barista style coffee can be made from the comfort of your own home. All that you need is the right machine. A core component of a barista-style coffee maker is an effective milk wand or milk foamer. This is what allows you to create that photo-worthy finish and smooth creamy top on your coffee. Learn how to use a milk frother and create your own coffee art

Another thing the at-home barista should look for in a machine is the ability to pour different measures and different types of coffee. Your machine needs to feature creative options.

Our recommendations

Creatista Uno Black Sesame

Creatista Uno has a 3 second heat up time, 3 milk texture levels, 3 milk temperature settings and comes with a Creatista stainless steel milk jug.

Creatista Plus Matte White

Creatista Plus Breville Stainless Steel

With a 3 second heat up time, 8 texture levels and 11 milk temperature settings, the Creatista Plus range makes Latte Art easy. Each machine includes a stainless steel Creatista milk jug.

For effortless creation of coffees with milk

If you enjoy quality coffee but lack the time or desire to make it, you’ll be happier with an automatic machine. These machines offer fully automatic creation of your favourite milk coffee recipes at the touch of a button.

Our recommendations

Lattissima One Black Nespresso

Just fill the milk jug with the amount of milk you want for your drink. The machine will froth it directly into your cup and brew your coffee for a perfect coffee and milk drink.

Lattissima Touch White

Choose between six one-touch settings using the tactile control panel.

Lattissima Pro DeLonghi Brushed Aluminium

This machine features advanced technology, intuitive touchscreen and offers a sleek design with aluminium finish.

For stylish design

Your coffee machine has the power to deliver your perfect coffee drinking experience and to become a feature in your home. With a range of colours, sizes, and finishes available, you can find a machine that fits the style and personality of your living space and lifestyle.

Our recommendations

CitiZ&milk Breville Chrome

This machine comes fitted with Aeroccino milk frother.

Which coffee machine is right for you?

Each type of machine offers its own pros and range of features. Learn the difference between a coffee maker and an espresso machine to understand how each one can create a unique coffee-drinking experience with the delicious range of Nespresso coffees. Compare the coffee machines and decide which one is right for you—the choice is yours.

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