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The Best Coffee Pod Machine The most elegant pod machine we've seen, this brushed-steel model has the signature Sage quality and ease of use. After switching on, it preheats and brews a fragrant espresso or a slightly longer lungo in about 30 seconds. Pod models are an excellent alternative to bean-to cup machines. They take the most messy parts of coffee making off your hands, such as grinding and measuring grounds. 1. Speedy Pod machines can be installed and used more quickly than espresso machines. The majority of them can make a cup in 30 seconds. However, they come with a cost as the pre-portioned pods of coffee used in these models tend to be more expensive than freshly roasted beans and they are not recycled. (though some companies are now offering free recycling bags and prepaid UPS labels to return them). The Nespresso CitiZ has one of the fastest pod machines on the market due to the barcode scanner that scans each compatible pod's code before brewing. This allows you to get consistent, high-quality coffee every time, with next-to-no chance of the drink turning out badly wrong. It is also among the slimmest and lightest on the market that doesn't require an additional milk jug, and a small footprint making it a breeze to fit into even the smallest of kitchens. The CitiZ isn't the most efficient device to reduce your environmental impact. The CitiZ does not have an automatic descaling feature. You'll need to manually descale the machine every 300 cups for hard water and 1200 cups for soft water. It is also necessary to put with a new cartridge once this runs out, which could be costly for some users. Tassimo Vivy 2 is a fast machine that can be customized with buttons. It can be used with ground coffee or ESE pods which are pre-dosed, tampered grounds compressed between filter paper. This model is B-Corp Certified. It is committed to lessening the negative impact it has on the environment and its employees. The only drawback is the time it takes to heat up. Once it's done, it can brew one cup in about 35 minutes. Vertuo Creatista is a stylish, sleek machine that can create a variety of drinks in different sizes and styles. This sleek machine, designed in collaboration with Sage is not just simple to use, but also comes with an ice cream wand, stainless steel jug and milk frother. 2. Removable parts The simplicity of a pod coffee maker is a major selling point. coffee machines with capsules are easy to operate. Most machines use the same basic method to make the cup of coffee you want: water is heated inside the reservoir, and then moved through capsules to make rich hot coffee. 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 major brands on the market, however each offers a wide selection of capsules from top roasters and brands. Some pods are able to be used just once before they are discarded and others can be used multiple times. Whatever the case, you'll need to plan ahead for the way you'll dispose of your spent pods so they aren't thrown away in the trash. The sleek SMEG model we tested features an ejectable water tank that's easy to fill and the machine will automatically pour fresh capsules after the previous one has been chilled. It can brew espresso and lungo drinks, and comes with eight different blends to give you variety. This brewer is a great choice for coffee lovers who are looking to move away from drip coffee. In our tests we found that the Tassimo My Way 2 was the most satisfying to use. Its sleek design looks stunning on your counter, and it can be opened in a matter of seconds to reveal the hidden compartment that stores empty pods. The machine also has the added benefit of a water filtration system, which is ideal for areas with hard water. The machine is fast and can make regular coffee (240ml) as well as ristretto and lungo espresso drinks. The controls are simple to use, with the style of airplane toggles that can be easily retracted and a lever that retracts to reveal the hole to place in the pod. It does take a little force to close but our testers, even those with limitations in hand strength and mobility were able to use it comfortably. 3. Size The best coffee pod machines eliminate all the mess that comes with coffee making – you just put a pod in the machine, press a button, and let it make coffee. You'll still have to clean the machine from time time, but not as frequently as you would with a bean-to cup or espresso maker. Pod machines are smaller than their larger counterparts, and can be stored on the counter when not being used. The right coffee pod machine for you will depend on your personal preferences and what you want to achieve. All pod machines are easy to use, but certain models offer more customization options than others. Be aware of the different coffee pods as well as brew sizes, milk and frothing options when choosing the best machine. The most popular pod-based machines are Nespresso, Keurig and similar brands. However there are more recent competitors that are worth taking a look at. One is Bruvi which makes use of an exclusive pod system called B-Pods that can only be used in conjunction with its machines. The pods are marked by a barcode which is scanned by the machine to adjust the brewing parameters automatically. This approach means the machine takes all the guesswork out of making a cup and makes sure that each drink is made perfectly every time. It can save your customised drinks in a single button to allow you to make them by pressing only one button. Other machines, like Sage's My Way offer a greater degree of control over your coffee and allows you to select the ideal size and temperature for each cup. It's a bit more expensive than some models but it offers the polished stainless steel construction and top-quality customer service that's associated with the brand. It is a good choice for those who want an extra level of quality from their pod-based coffee maker. Certain models are larger and can brew lungos. Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg is a perfect example, blends retro fifties styling from SMEG and Italian coffee brand Lavazza. It's intimidating to use thanks to its airplane-style toggles and manual lever, but it's easy and extremely enjoyable to use the lungo is made in only 30 seconds, and the pods that are used are put into an internal bin at the push of a button. 4. Customization One big reason why pod coffee makers might not be the right choice for you is its lack of customization. If you don't have an auxiliary milk frother, then the only way to add more flavor or creaminess is to use hot tea or chocolate option in your mug or to manually add milk to coffee. For many people this won't be a problem, but it could be a problem for those who prefer a fully automated experience in the morning. Bosch's Intellibrew makes use of barcode scanners to scan each capsule. It then automatically pre-wets and infuses the correct amount of coffee for the specific kind of pod. It's an easy-to-use hands-off device that does an excellent job, but isn't able to customize drinks or varying brew strength. This may be a problem for some buyers but for others the hassle-free automation and variety of cup lengths (espresso lungo, espresso and mug) it provides exactly what they need. In addition to filling up the water tank and decaffeinating the reservoir occasionally This coffee maker does not require much maintenance. It is able to serve espresso shots or tall travel mugs effortlessly. As mentioned earlier, the used pods are ejected in a hidden container which keeps your kitchen clean. It also does an excellent job of providing full-bodied, crema-topped coffees. This is a beautiful-looking machine and part of Smeg's fifties style range. It is easy to use with a simple interface and can take ground coffee or ESE pods. It's only downside is the lack of a display that tells you when it's time to descale, as well as the inability to set the maximum water level. You'll also need to buy the capsules of the brand, which can be costly. However, this is an excellent pod coffee maker for anyone looking for an attractive and practical appliance that can provide them with quality coffee at a reasonable price. This model is compatible with a variety of capsules from third party manufacturers and works with the Nespresso Vertuo range.