Nespresso - Essenza Mini Espresso Machine with Aeroccino Milk Frother by Breville - Piano Black

I don't think this is as loud as some others say it is; I have an older Keurig...now, THAT'S loud. I was pleasantly surprised how hot it made the espresso. I purchased this one for the space-saving size and it doesn't disappoint. The milk frother that came with mine, the Aeroccino, gets a little hot; there's a small brown spot (similar to burnt milk) left on the bottom when it's finished "frothing."

I bought this machine without having ever had Nespresso. I liked that the pods are recyclable (unlike Keurig), and I liked the option of heated milk. Let me say, I love this thing! The coffee is excellent, it heats up quickly, and it is a small form factor on our small counter top. If you don’t prefer espresso, you can make Americanos by pulling a lungo shot and pulling another lungo without the pod in the machine. The only drawback is that, when running water only through (ie no pod) then lift the latch to open the pod area, a decent volume of water comes out and creates a mess unless you have a cup to put under the coffee output area. Overall, the machine is awesome and I highly recommend it.

Nice coffee machine...works as advertised. Would recommend to others

I feel that the pods are a bit small for the amount of espresso I like. The machine is also noisy. It can't compare to a espresso made by a barista.

Love the compact design! I had another nespresso machine but it was time for a new machine and I'm in love with this model.