Deciding on a coffee machine might seem like a daunting task.
What style do you like? What size suits your needs? What do all the features and functions of each machine do, and which do you need? And, above all, should you go for an automatic, manual, or capsule coffee machine?
Each has the potential to create delicious coffee, but the journey from machine to mug can be quite different from automatic, manual, and capsule coffee makers.
So, what’s the difference between the three different types of coffee machines? And which one is right for you?
Understanding automatic, manual, and capsule coffee machines
Automatic, manual and capsule coffee machines offer three completely different coffee-making experiences. A fully automatic machine simplifies every step towards your next coffee. Manual coffee machines require a bit of skill, know-how and practice to create a brew worth bragging about. On the other hand, capsule machines provide a perfect cup at the press of a button with zero fuss, ensuring a full range of café quality coffees at home every time.
What is an automatic coffee machine?
Automatic coffee machines prioritise convenience over everything else. They offer good quality coffee without the need for extensive manual involvement. Tasks such as coffee grinding, milk frothing, and espresso extraction are typically streamlined and require minimal effort.
What is a manual coffee machine?
Manual coffee machines are more complex to operate than automatic systems. The main appeal of a manual coffee machine is in the level of control you have throughout the coffee-making process. You can adjust extraction times to your liking, for example. With the built-in steam wand allowing you to heat milk to your preferred temperature and consistency.
What is a capsule coffee machine?
A capsule coffee machine is the perfect blend of automatic and manual coffee machines.
Capsules contain specific and perfectly measured amounts of your favourite coffees, so you can enjoy your ideal blends without any guesswork.
Nespresso’s aluminium capsule casing preserves coffee freshness, flavours and aromas until extraction time. Even better, every single Nespresso capsule contains delicious, ethically sourced coffee, from the best coffee-growing regions in the world.
A Nespresso coffee machine empowers your creativity; tailored settings enable you to heat up your water, set your extraction time, create perfectly frothed milk, and serve your coffee at the optimal temperature.
Our capsule machines offer an exciting mix of innovation and ease. Their sleek exteriors bely the innovative technology within, while the entire package serves to consistently deliver quality cups of coffee. Nespresso practically becomes your at-home barista.
How does a capsule coffee machine work?
We offer two distinct Nespresso capsule machine experiences: Original and Vertuo. Each range has its own unique way of creating delicious-tasting coffee.
Vertuo technology
The Vertuo system offers intelligent technology that adjusts to each coffee you create. The barcode on each capsule allows the machine to automatically recognise coffee blends and adjust extraction parameters accordingly to create café-style coffee, time after time. The Vertuo machine takes care of the entire coffee-making process, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the fruits of its labour.
Explore the Nespresso Vertuo machine range
Original technology
The range of Original automatic machines offers a classic espresso experience at your fingertips. With a 19-bar high-pressure extraction technology that releases the fresh and aromatic coffee, preparation is simple. It consistently delivers perfect extraction, cup after cup, at the touch of a button.
Explore the Nespresso Original machine range
Automatic, manual or capsule coffee machine: which is best
The truth is that delicious coffee doesn't have to be complicated – and we've made sure of that. While fully automatic and manual coffee machines each have their benefits, a Nespresso machine combines ultimate convenience, creativity, style, and simplicity to deliver café quality coffee. It's a winning combination.
What type of Nespresso machine is right for you?
Everybody’s different when it comes to coffee preferences. That’s why we have a range of coffee machines perfectly designed to create coffee of all kinds and in a variety of styles. Explore Nespresso’s machine features using our coffee machine comparison guide.
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Still not sure which coffee machine is right for you? Taste for yourself. Drop into your nearest Nespresso boutique, taste the different blends, and chat to our coffee specialists.
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