How To Beat Your Boss Pod Coffee Machine
How To Beat Your Boss Pod Coffee Machine
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The Best Pod Coffee Machines
With pod coffee machines, you simply insert a sealed capsule filled with roasted or ground beans into the machine. The coffee is then poured into the machine for a specified amount of time.
Some pod coffee machines have different sizes of cups and the ability to froth milk. The ideal pod maker for you will depend on your lifestyle and your personal preferences.
1. Keurig K-Select
If you're looking for a basic Keurig coffee maker without all the bells and whistles of higher-end models, this one is a great choice. It's easy to use, has a beautiful design and can be tucked into an area of the kitchen when not being used.
The machine can be noisy but that's not a major problem. It's also small and will fit on small counters. If you're looking for a Keurig that offers a wider variety of sizes or a carafe for traditional drip brewing, consider other options.
The Keurig K-Select single serve coffee maker is a blend of sleek design and more useful features to help you make your perfect cup every time. Pick from a variety of delicious K-Cup pods, or brew your own ground coffee using My-K-Cup's universal, coffee filter that can be reused (sold separately). The Strong Brew feature kicks up the strength and intensity of your coffee, making it the best choice for coffee lovers who enjoy a bold cup.
This brewer is easy to use, with simple buttons. Simply put in the K-Cup pod, select the brew size you'd like to use, and then press brew. In less than one minute, you'll have a cup of fresh coffee. The large water reservoir of 52 ounces allows you to make five cups before refilling, easing your morning routine.
The Keurig is incredibly easy to clean. The water reservoir and lid can be cleaned and removed by hand. But, you must descale your Keurig before cleaning it, and follow the guidelines in the user's guide to ensure that your machine is operating at its peak. The warranty covers the brewer as well as all accessories that came with it, except for normal wear and tear, damage caused by misuse or abuse and external causes of failure like power outages.
2. Tassimo My Way
This is the best option for coffee lovers who want a machine that does more than just make your daily cup. It can create a variety of drinks including hot cocoa. The large 1.3-litre water tank lets multiple cups to be brewed at the same time. The machine is warm in just three seconds and can make a latte or cappuccino using the built-in milk jug. It also has a touch-sensitive display that allows you to set the temperature, intensity, and quantity of your desired drink.
The Tassimo My Way uses the brand's T Discs which include everything you need to make your preferred drink. There are over 70 different varieties, including Kenco, Costa, Milka and Cadbury's. The machine offers a variety of T discs, including those for tea and hot chocolate.
The coffee made by this machine was of good quality, although slightly lower than some of the other machines we have reviewed. It also gave a smooth mouthfeel and steamed milk for caffe lattes fast. However, it must be not forgotten that the frothy milk made from T Discs is a source of sugar that isn't a huge problem in itself, isn't to everyone's taste.
The Tassimo My Way is easy to keep clean, with the drip tray, the removable components of the brewing unit and the water tank being dishwasher-safe. A Brita filter is included, as well as a cleaning disk. A handy indicator light will let you know when it's time to descale, and water tanks will help keep the limescale to a minimum. The machine is Energy Star rated, which reduces the amount of electricity it uses by up to 15%.
3. Lavazza Lungo Pod Machine
This Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine was designed in collaboration with Sage by Lavazza is among the most attractive machines available. It's made with tough and attractive materials, has an adjustable steam wand for making cappuccinos and lattes and a stainless milk jug in steel. Place a pod into the machine and select the size of your cup and the machine will whir into action - brewing espresso lungo, double espresso, gran lungo, mug and alto drinks with a thick layer of silky foam.
Like most pod machines, you load a pod using an opening on the top of the machine and drop it into place. The machine then pierces the capsule, and then closes it in such a way that when you press the lever, the used pod falls into a specially spent pod tray that is located beneath the drip tray.
The machine isn't the fastest way to make espresso, it takes 30 seconds for a single shot and 90 seconds for the lungo. However, the results are always amazing with a smooth, rich flavor and great crema. The machine will also notify you when the water tank or pod bin requires refilling.
The main selling point of this machine is that it can use it with any Lavazza brand pod - there are seven in total including espresso ground (Qualita Rossa, Intenso, Passionale and Delizioso), two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso) and two organic coffees (!Tierra! Bio). The pod coffee maker isn't cheap but if you combine it with a pod delivery subscription, the price can be similar to that of an ordinary bean-to-cup machine. This machine's slimline design means it can be tucked away in the smallest kitchens, while the pods are compostable, which means you can place them into your council's food waste bins, or even your own garden compost.
4. Nespresso Vertuo Pod Machine
Nespresso machines are some of the top pod coffee makers for those who want a fast reliable, consistent, and reliable brew. They heat quickly and are incredibly simple to use--just insert a capsule, press a button and you're done. They create a rich, creamy crema that can be added to drinks for more flavor and a thicker layer. The official pods are not cheap and you will have to buy them.
The Vertuo line is a different machine than the OriginalLine machines, which make use of espresso capsules. The Vertuo line reads the barcode of each capsule and automatically adjusts the brewing parameters in order to make a perfect cup. They also have a centrifusion machine which spins the capsules to extract the most flavor and the most thick crema.
However they're not as intuitive as our other picks. For instance, the lid only opens when the machine is in its final stages, and it takes 30 seconds to heat up enough to allow it to be put into the capsule. And they don't come with an milk frother, like some of the other pod coffee makers on this list, so you'll need to spend an additional PS90 or so to purchase an additional Aeroccino for those capsule coffee maker who want to make lattes or cappuccinos.
They also require more maintenance than other models - refilling the water tank and emptying used pod containers and descaling - but they come with an app that reminds you to perform these tasks, and offers tools such as store locators and capsule recyclers. If you connect your device to an IntelliPort you can control it with voice commands. This is great if you are making coffee at 4am in the dark or are limited in power.
5. SMEG Barista Pod Machine
This sleek pod coffee maker is the lovechild of a beloved Italian brand and a well-known kitchen appliance company. It sports the retro, sleek curves that SMEG are known for, and can brew the espresso and lungo drinks. It comes with a programmable setting for the shot, dual-height drip trays, and pod bins that can be removed.
This coffee maker makes it simple to whip up an instant cup of single-shot or double-shot espresso in the morning, or to make a lungo during breaks at work. Its simple control panel makes it look sleek and doesn't distract you from its function. If you're looking to spice your daily coffee even more, it comes with three interchangeable filter baskets that accommodate different kinds of capsules. You can use loose-ground beans (although a separate grinder is required).
The SMEG Barista Pod Machine does not come with a pitcher for milk. However, it has a Pannarello built-in milk frother that is able to froth soymilk and cow milk very nicely. It also has a 51mm portafilter that is smaller than a conventional commercial-style filter. It's pressurised, which means that you won't get the stale, lingering taste. It also comes with a Tamper which can also be used as scoop.
The SMEG is one of the most expensive pod machines we've reviewed however it's certainly worth it if you're a fan of the retro design or if you like being able to whip up espresso-based drinks. This is a great option when you're new to making coffee and do not want to tackle the burden of measuring, grinding and tamping the beans yourself.