Nespresso Inissia Espresso Machine by De'Longhi,24 oz, Black

Pros of the Inissia: -Clean appearance, looks and feels quality -Small size - fits well in small kitchens -Very cheap compared to a full size espresso machine -Machine warms up quickly -FAST. I love how quick this machine is. I used to make moka pot coffee, which is noisier (or the grinder is), faster, and not as tasty. -Cheaper pods - for me, since this is true espresso, this is a more cost effective way of enjoying my coffee. It is a fraction of the cost of a coffee shop, and since buying the Inissia I have almost ceased going to the coffee shop at all. The unit is cheap enough to outweigh the costs of buying the pods anyway. -The pods run around 70 cents a shot across the board. They're about the same price whether through Amazon or Nespresso's website, but Nespresso will usually give you a good "Starter discount" and a gift the first time you order, so using a combination of the two might be helpful. Cons of the Inissia: -Ordinary coffee from your grocery store cannot be used with this unit - only pods from Nespresso are recommended. This means you can't try out different coffees and their flavors using this machine. You can buy occasional new flavors through Nespresso though. -The drip tray must be removed if a taller mug is used to collect espresso. -"A little" noisy. Doesn't wake up sleeping kids in the next room though. Much quieter than a grinder. -Precious espresso sometimes sits in the chamber where the pod is - when it's done making espresso, the last half a teaspoon of espresso (or less) may sit there. If you've removed the drip tray / used pod box then you'll need to clean the bottom of the section of the unit where the used pod box would be. Not too bad, but it's an extra step. -The used pod collection drawer also collects this espresso mentioned above - and if not cleaned regularly can grow mold. This could just be very humid environments such as where I'm at, but I was surprised at how short a time it took. I clean and air dry mine regularly now. Overall? Fantastic little espresso machine! I've been looking at buying one of these for years. An office I used to work at had one, so knowing the taste was good I decided to take the plunge. I was nervous about the cheaper price of this unit at first, hoping that it wasn't cheap because of lack of quality. I researched a lot, bought this one, and haven't regretted it. I found I wanted a taste I could trust. This espresso is the real thing, with excellent tasty crema every time. I prefer the Arpeggio and Livanto espresso shots, but I do like the Envivo Lungo, to my surprise. The Inissia pulls espresso shots and also makes lungo shots, which simply remind me of my trusted moka pot in taste and are a "longer" shot than the standard. I don't really think of the lungo as an espresso, however. Uses original line nespresso pods; it isn't recommended to try anything else with it (including those that are reusable). You can recycle the used pods if you wish through a nespresso recycling location near you, and little recycling bags come with the unit. Includes directions on how to clean the machine; they don't look difficult. I haven't had to clean mine yet but the directions indicate when is best to clean. It doesn't look too hard, but you do have to buy a cleanser for this. It looks like just running the machine on lungo a few times with the cleaner and then a few times without; not a big deal. The difference between this machine, which uses original line pods, and the vertuo line nespresso units: This has to do with the way the coffee is made. Vertuo uses centrifugal force to achieve pressure - the original line it is said uses a special air compressor to achieve enough pressure. I can hear what sounds like this air compressor part working when I use the machine. I researched what others said about the difference in taste, and many lovers of classic espresso liked the original line best, so that's what I went with. All in all a very efficient espresso machine. I wish I'd bought it years ago, even if it was more expensive then...

Unboxed and started using our new Nespresso and we’re very happy overall! (Initial review, not long term use.) Airlock Issue: If you turn on your Nespresso (with water in the reservoir) for the first time, or after it’s been sitting in storage, and you hear the pump running but nothing comes out, DO NOT TAKE OUT ANY TOOLS OR WATCH THE YOUTUBE VIDEOS ABOUT HOW TO “FIX” THIS! We started messing with it and didn’t feel right about needing to use tools to “fix” a brand new coffee maker. If you have an airlock issue, the recommended solution from Nespresso is as follows: 1. Fill up the water reservoir, turn it on, and let the machine heat up. 2. Once heated up, hit the Lungo button to start the pump (without a pod). 3. Open and close the capsule lid/handle repeatedly while the pump is running (all the way open, and all the way closed - multiple times). This will prime the pump and get rid of your air bubble. You should hear water start sputtering and then coming out. Run a couple more cycles on the Lungo setting to make sure that the air has fully cleared before adding a pod. **This fix takes under a minute and won’t void your warranty.** Coffee Quality: We have a variety of coffee makers at our house (chemex, keurig, Delonghi non-commercial espresso maker), but wanted a faster way to make good quality espresso with less effort than the real espresso maker. We’ve used Nespresso machines over the years and knew the quality and what we were getting into. This little machine pulls pretty good shots with lots of crema on top, be aware that each pod will pull one true shot (which might be less volume than you expect if you aren’t familiar with espresso). You can play with the lungo setting if you want to, but be mindful of how strong you want your espresso to be (larger shot does not necessarily mean better cup of coffee). With our initial experimentation, it seems the darker/more robust roasts from Nespresso and Peets brands hold their own with a Lungo pull much better than the medium roast pods. We drink our coffee with just whole milk and no other flavoring or sugar added, so the longer pull might be less of an issue if you add flavors/sweetener. One way that I watch for the appropriate volume of shot compared to the roast is the color of the crema coming out. If it starts getting whitish (instead of the rich creamy coffee color), then you’ve likely overpulled that shot and you’ll lose a bit of the smooth/creaminess in your flavor.

I'm a giant coffee snob. I am sad to say that previously in my life I actually thought that Starbucks was "premium" coffee. In my defense, there was a Starbucks in the building I lived in, a Starbucks connected to my job, and a Starbucks inside of my school, so I was kind of surrounded by Starbucks. However, when you go to an actual good coffee shop (usually local) or start making your espresso or coffee you realize how much money you wasted over the years at Starbucks! I am really picky though. I bought the Starbucks Verismo a few years ago when it was half off at my nearby Starbucks, and I have to say I was unimpressed. If I can't get my coffee EXACTLY HOW I WANT IT, I won't make it at home. I had already moved on from Starbucks and was going to really good coffee shops, but I still could not imitate the lattes I was drinking there at home, so I gave up for awhile. Fast forward to last year when I decided to give it another shot. I found this online with the milk frother and the great reviews and purchased it. I am now able to make high quality lattes from home at a MUCH cheaper price. However, it has been a rocky road to get there. There are a few key things to note when trying to duplicate your favorite latte from a coffee shop. #1 - Frother - I did not have a frother for my last machine and have to say it makes a huge difference. For a genuine latte you really need to froth the milk. #2 - Type of Milk - If you want to duplicate the taste of your favorite latte, find out what milk they are using. If you don't specify a milk at a coffee shop they almost always give you whole. It undoubtedly tastes the best (and is the worst for you). If you are buying 2% and wondering why it doesn't taste the same, then that's probably why. Try to ask them what brand they use...you'd be surprised at how many just buy whole milk down the street from the grocery store. However, once I realized how fattening my drinks were I started buying my own unsweetened almond milk. I think it's a great alternative and with sweeteners in it it tastes delicious! Just experiment. #3 - Types of Syrups - I cannot stress the importance of the syrups that you buy. I figured since I was really in love with mocha and hazelnut lattes that I would just go to the store and get some mocha syrup and hazelnut syrup and it would taste great, right? WRONG! Now, for some people Torani will be fine...but if you are trying to duplicate your local coffee shop, chances are they do not use Torani (Starbucks makes their own syrups FYI, if you want to duplicate them). My local coffee shop uses Monin....when I tried Torani and my latte was disgusting, I ordered syrups from Monin and it made a gigantic difference. They are a little pricey but there is a reason for it. I love their fudge syrup for mochas, and I love to mix that with their Amaretto and Tiramisu. A little goes a long way too. Check out what syrups your local coffee shop is using. Make sure you are using the right pods. It's kind of confusing with the sampler pack...some of them are decaffeinated, some are coffee pods, so pay attention to what you are using. Amazon has a great deal on Nespresso espresso pods which I always use to stock up! Overall, I am so happy with my espresso machine and use it daily...and practice makes perfect - you can make your own perfect latte at home!

This is the worst machine ever built. It absolutely doesn't work. It mangles the capsules more than 70% of the time, and every once in a while you get a cup of coffee out of it. Then, Nespresso refuses to assist you, saying that it is discontinued, so no longer their problem. The worst part of this, is that every time the machine fails, it costs money, because it destroys an expensive coffee capsule. Amazon also doesn't have an easy way to get compensation when something they sell you fails after 30 days. This machine is a nightmare!

After using a cheaper machine for three years, I moved back to a Nespresso machine. This Inissia machine makes a much better tasting coffee, with the same Rosso pods. It is relatively quiet and easy to use. The cheaper machine did not produce a uniform expresso size. I think it measured the time the motor was running, instead of the amount of flow. Thus, the size of the expresso depended on how tightly the pod was packed. The Inissa machine does not have that problem.

I bought the Nespresso Inissia Espresso Machine by De'Longhi, from Amazon Warehouse and it was listed as Used in as-New condition. So it was, and it wasn't. Opening the box (it was double boxed because the original carton was in bad shape) the machine was covered in coffee dust, with scuff marks on the exterior and rub marks on the water container. Most of the gift coffee pods were crushed. Rough handling during shipping? So not in like-new condition... But I'm sure not a single coffee pod was used in this machine so yes, the machine was in sort of like-new condition. Why do I think this machine was never used to make coffee? Because when I tried to make a cup of espresso it would not work. Turns out this machine suffered from a known problem - an airlock (air bubble) within the brewing system that prevented it from pulling water from the water reservoir, and therefore I'm guessing the original buyer of this machine struggled with no water coming out, failed to get it to work, and then returned it to Amazon. Thankfully, Internet to the rescue, there were 6-7 suggested ways to fix this problem, and one of them worked for me, and now I have a working machine. And I like this machine. It is simple, convenient, and makes very decent espresso. Oh, and it is made in Ukraine. ADDITION 2 WEEKS LATER: I have returned this machine to Amazon because it had a defect- in this particular machine (unlike other Inissia machines that I have owned) the coffee capsules didn't drop in to their correct position but rather stopped a fraction of an inch above where they are supposed to be, so when one closed the handle to brew coffee one actually crushed or mangled the capsule. Not ideal, not good, no coffee. It was a no hassle return and I have ordered yet another identical used-as-new Inissia that arrived today and it is working perfectly, this time the machine is absolutely in as-new condition, and the coffee pods drop exactly where they should go, the coffee tastes very good, and I am pleased with this Inissia machine.

This little machine has been a great addition to my kitchen. It’s compact enough to fit comfortably on my counter without taking up too much space, and the design is clean and simple—nothing flashy, but it looks sleek and modern. Setup was super easy, and it only takes a couple of minutes to heat up and brew. For something this size, the espresso comes out surprisingly smooth and rich. I’ve been using the Original line pods, and they consistently produce a strong, flavorful shot with a nice layer of crema on top. It’s perfect for mornings when I don’t have time for a full routine—just pop in a pod, hit the button, and the coffee is ready in under a minute. The water tank is small, but enough for several cups before needing a refill. I also really appreciate that it shuts off automatically after a little while—it’s a small thing, but it makes a difference for peace of mind when I’m rushing out the door. Even without photos, I wanted to leave a quick review based on my first impressions. For the price, I think it’s a great value. It does exactly what it’s supposed to, doesn’t take up much room, and makes really good espresso without any fuss. If you’re looking for a straightforward, compact machine that just works, this one is a solid choice.

Fantastic Machine ...Still Perfect After 4+ Years! I purchased my Nespresso machine over four years ago, and it’s still going strong! It came with a separate frother, which works beautifully and makes every cup feel special. I’ve since purchased this same machine for several friends, and they all love it just as much. The coffee pod cartridges are reasonably priced, and the overall quality and durability have been excellent. A great, reliable Nespresso machine, I highly recommend!