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The Best Coffee Pod Machine The most elegant pod machine we've seen this brushed-steel model offers the trademark Sage quality and is easy to use. It warms up after switching on, and then brews a delicious espresso or slightly longer lungo in 30 seconds. The pod models are a great alternative to bean-to-cup machines. They take the clumsiest parts of coffee making off your hands, like grinding and measuring grounds. 1. Rapid Pod machines are generally quicker to setup and use than espresso machines, with many capable of making a cup of coffee in 30 seconds or so. However, they come with an expense in that the pre-portioned coffee pods used in these machines tend to be more expensive than freshly roasted beans, and they are not recycled. (though some companies are now offering recycling bags for free and UPS labels to return the pods). The Nespresso CitiZ is one of the most efficient pod machines available that you can find, thanks to its in-built barcode reader that scans code of each compatible pod before brewing it. This makes it easy to make consistent quality, high-end coffee each time, and there is virtually no chance of the drink turning out horribly wrong. It is also among the tiniest and lightest on the market, with no need for an additional milk jug, and a small footprint making it easy to fit in even the tiniest kitchen. The CitiZ is not the best device to reduce the environmental impact. The CitiZ doesn't have an automatic descaling feature. You will need to manually descale the machine every 300 cups for hard water and every 1200 cups for soft water. Once the filter cartridge runs out, you'll have to replace it with a new one. This could be expensive for some users. Coffeee is another fast machine that has buttons that can be customized and the option to use either ground coffee or ESE pods that are pre-dosed, tampered and compressed between filter paper. This model is B-Corp Certified. It is committed to decreasing the negative impact it has on the surroundings and its workforce. Its only minor drawback is the time it takes to warm up. Once it does, it can brew one cup in about 35 minutes. Vertuo Creatista is a stylish sleek machine that is able to create a variety of drinks with different sizes and styles. This gorgeous, glossy machine, developed in collaboration with Sage and Sage, is not just easy to use and quick to start, but also comes with an ice cream frothing wand as well as an stainless steel Jug. 2. Removable parts A pod coffee maker's ease of use is a big selling point and the top models are simple to use. The majority of machines use the same general process to make your coffee: water is heated inside a reservoir, then pumped through the capsules you choose and extracted to produce rich, hot coffee. The majority of brands offer various drink sizes for different needs. You can also save custom settings to speed up the process. Keurig K-Cups are among the largest players on the market. However, Nestle Nespresso VertuoLine capsules also come with a variety of capsules made by the most famous roasters. Certain pods can be used just once before they are discarded and others can be used multiple times. You'll need a plan to dispose of your old pods to prevent them from being thrown away. The sleek SMEG model we tested comes with a removable water tank that's easy to fill and the machine automatically pours new capsules once the previous one has been cooled. It can brew espresso and lungo drinks, and has eight different blends for variety. This brewer is ideal for coffee drinkers who wish to switch to drip coffee to drip. In our tests of the Tassimo My Way 2 was the most satisfying to use. Its sleek design is an eye-catching addition to your countertop and opens with a simple touch to reveal a concealed compartment for empty pods. It also comes with the added benefit of a water filtration system, which is perfect for hard-water areas. The machine is fast and brews regular coffee (240ml), ristretto, and lungo espresso drinks. Its user-friendly controls are easy to navigate, thanks to aircraft-style toggles as well as a lever that retracts with a minimum of effort to reveal the area where you drop in your pod. It takes a bit of effort to close, but our testers, including those with weak hand and mobility were able to use it comfortably. 3. Size The top coffee pod machines eliminate all the mess that comes with coffee making – you just add a pod the machine, push a button and let it brew. You will still need to clean the machine from time time however not as often as you would with a coffee maker that is a bean-to cup or espresso maker. Pod machines are smaller than their larger equivalents, and can be stored on the counter when not in use. The ideal coffee maker for you will be determined by your personal preferences and the goals you'd like to achieve. All pod machines are easy to use, but some offer more customisation options than others. Pod variety, brew size options, and milk frothing features are all important to find the ideal coffee pod machine. The most popular pod-based machines are Nespresso, Keurig and similar brands. However there are more recent competitors that are worth looking at. One is Bruvi which has an exclusive pod system called B-Pods, which can only be used by its machines. The pods are identified with a barcode, which is read by the machine to adjust the brewing settings automatically. The machine will take all the guesswork and make sure that every drink is perfect every time. It can even save customised drinks to a separate button to allow you to create them at the push of a single button. Other machines, like Sage's My Way offer a more granular level of control over your coffee, allowing you to choose the right size and temperature for each beverage. It's more expensive than many other models but it offers the polished stainless steel design and the excellent customer service that is associated with the brand. It is a good choice for those who want something more from their pod-based coffee maker. Some larger models can also brew lungos. Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg, which is a perfect example, blends retro-fifties style from SMEG and Italian coffee brand Lavazza. It's a little intimidating initially due to the toggles that look like airplanes, however once you've become accustomed to it, the machine is quick and satisfying to use. A lungo can be prepared in 30 minutes. 4. Customization One of the main reasons the pod coffee maker might not be right for you is the limited flexibility to customize. If you don't purchase an auxiliary milk frother, the only ways to add extra flavor or creaminess is to make use of an in-mug hot chocolate or tea option, and then add milk to your coffee manually. For most people, this shouldn't be a problem but it could be a nagging issue for those who prefer a fully automated experience in the morning. Bosch's Intellibrew technology uses barcode scanners to scan each capsule and automatically pre-wet, infuse, and give the correct amount of coffee required for that kind of pod. It's a simple and hands-off machine that does an excellent job, but lacks options for customising drinks or varying brew strength. Some customers will be irritated by this, but many will appreciate the convenience and variety of cup sizes (espressos, lungos and mugs) to be exactly what they're searching for. In addition to filling up the water tank and decaffeinating the reservoir on occasion the coffee maker will not need a lot of maintenance. It can make short espresso-style shots and tall travel mugs easily. As mentioned earlier, the used pods are ejected into a hidden container that keeps your kitchen tidy. It also excels at delivering full-bodied espressos with crema-topped tops. This is a stunning machine and part of the Smeg fifties range. It's user-friendly with simple buttons, and it can handle ground coffee and ESE pods. The only downside 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 inconvenience. It is also necessary to buy the brand's capsules which can be costly. Nevertheless, this is an excellent pod coffee maker for anyone looking for an attractive and practical appliance that can serve them well for a reasonable cost. This model can be used with a variety of capsules from third-party manufacturers and works with the Nespresso Vertuo range.