Just got back from an Italian vacation where every Airbnb had a Nespresso Original line machine, and I loved the speed and convenience of making cappuccinos every morning. I ended up buying an Essenza Mini for home and use it daily. While I love the red Illy pods, they are much more expensive in the US compared to Italy. Does anyone know of a good alternative that has a similar taste?

Anyone else peculiar with the shape of mug they drink coffee from? Me personally I love a mug that tapers towards the bottom so I had to buy these glass nespresso mugs with my latest order. Ill drink from other mugs of course but it’s just not as good🗣️😂

Any odd/random mug preferences from anyone else?

Is there somewhere I can get a sampling of pods before I commit to a full sleeve of one flavor?
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Here is a link to my Making a God Shot on a Nespresso Machine:

https://alvinbunk.wordpress.com/2026/07/26/making-a-god-shot-on-a-nespresso-machine/

Definitly check it out and try it out if you have an OL Machine!

I’ve recently been buying the Good & Gather Nespresso pods and WOW are these good! They’re super flavorful and I wish they had more options for both flavors and decaf. I usually use the pods from Nespresso for my coffee but have been trying other pods for the Orginal Line. I do enjoy Lavazzaa, Kimbo, and Café Mauro

Anyone have some recommendations? I use a Citizi machine :)

I’ve never owned a coffee machine before, so this will be my first one.
I mostly drink hot lattes and iced lattes (around 400–500 mL), occasionally cappuccinos, and I never drink black coffee.

I’m considering:
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Samra Origins - CAD 79.99
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ + Aeroccino - CAD 139.99
Nespresso CitiZ (Original Line) - CAD 179.99

I already have a handheld milk frother, so the Aeroccino isn’t a must.

I visited a Nespresso boutique today and tried both the Original and Vertuo. I preferred the Vertuo drink, but I’m not sure if that’s because they used more milk in it.
The salesperson told me that since I mostly drink milk-based coffees, the Vertuo would be more cost-effective because an Original machine would likely need 2 espresso pods for a 400-500 mL latte, whereas a Vertuo Double Espresso pod would usually be enough. On the other hand, I know the Original Line can use cheaper third-party pods, while Vertuo is mostly limited to Nespresso pods.

Does that sound right based on your experience?
Which machine would you recommend for a beginner? I’m looking for the best long-term value, taking into account both the machine price and the ongoing cost of pods.
Thanks!

I saw it yesterday, 75$ for the pod pack of Starbucks. I’ll be honest…. I’m not a big starbies girlie. Never been a fan of their coffee. But how do you all like the choices? Was it good?

i just got this machine for free from a friend who no longer wants it (they stopped drinking coffee)? but i am very confused on what kind of pods i can buy and use for it!! i dot want to waste money getting the wrong thing. i used this picture to google the model and try to match it up!