TOP 10 best capsules for coffee machines: how to choose, reviews

About Nespresso and Cremesso.

At home, the carob coffee maker was covered. It took up very little space; I had nowhere to put the coffee machine. I drink coffee at home occasionally, 1-2 times a week. I often threw out open packs of ground coffee because... "We were running out of steam."

In general, after reading the conference, I decided that capsule coffee is just right for my conditions. The machine is small, the capsules do not spoil, all advantages.

I now went to the Media Market, on Vernadsky. I was able to test Cremesso right in the store. The same capsule coffee, but the capsules are not the same size as Nespresso. Here, at the other end of the hall, we were treated to Nespresso. I liked the last one more. At first glance it seemed like completely ordinary coffee, the taste was even closer to natural than the first one, although it also had a slightly unusual taste. In both cases, I asked for “ordinary average” coffee, medium strength. But in general, the coffee seemed worse than at work from a Siemens coffee machine, but I attributed this to my subjectivity.

In the end, I already decided to buy a Nespresso coffee maker, but they didn’t have any narrow ones left in stock. I decided to order it online.

After 5 minutes, I left the Media Market and went to Starbucks, drank regular coffee from the coffee machine while my memories were fresh. What can I say, I no longer wanted to take Nespresso here. I will find a narrow coffee machine or buy an ordinary carob coffee machine for 5 thousand.

No matter what anyone says, there is a big difference in taste. Although it is not clear why. This may be due to excessive pressure in capsule machines. Maybe because of something else. In general, if anyone wants to take it, I strongly recommend not to listen to others and not ask “which is better,” but to try it yourself.

My wife tried it with me, she didn’t feel the difference, she says, everything tastes the same G (she doesn’t like coffee :)).

In fact, it is impossible to brew the same espresso at home as in Starbucks, McCafe or other reputable coffee shops. Are you trying to compare cars priced from 5 kBucks and 5 thousand?

Plus a high-quality coffee grinder, plus the highest traffic of chain coffee shops, due to which the ground coffee is always fresh.

You can get regular coffee from a homemade carob, but this result is not reproducible and not guaranteed.

I was just visiting my partner, drinking coffee from the Jura machine at breakfast. I came home, brewed a Nespresso capsule, but the result was not in favor of the machine?

Dimensions and standards of capsule coffee.

Matching the coffee machine you have at home is something that is recommended to keep in mind when choosing capsule coffee. Capsules differ in volume, shape and material.

Popular capsule standards for different coffee machines:

  • Nespresso are market favorites. Capsule coffee makers from the Swiss company Nestle can use Di Maestri capsules, as well as other analogues compatible with coffee machines of this standard.
  • Di-Maestri is one of the standards for producing capsule coffee. Dimaestri coffee makers can use capsules for DolceGusto, Cremesso, etc.
  • DolceGusto is also a brand owned by Nestle. It is more democratic than Nespresso. Capsules have their own standard and size; Dimaestri capsules of the Dolce Gusto standard are available.
  • Lavazza Blue is a coffee of excellent quality. But the capsules are only suitable for Lavazza or Caffitaly Sistem coffee makers,
  • Cremesso is a competing Swiss brand from Delica, fully compatible with Nespresso,
  • Jacobs capsules (Kraft Foods) are suitable for Bosch capsule coffee makers of the Tassimo standard.

Coffee capsules are made of aluminum and high-quality plastic, compressed cardboard, and a composition of these materials. To preserve the parameters of the drink, the capsules are filled with inert gas instead of air, and then hermetically sealed.

Popular models of capsule coffee machines, how to choose the best?

Capsule coffee makers are probably invented for coffee addicts who are experiencing coffee withdrawal and have difficulty understanding how to use a capsule coffee machine until they urgently take a coffee fix.

It is the speed of making high-quality coffee (30 - 60 seconds) and ease of use that are the distinctive features of capsule coffee machines. Many people buy them not only because of their ease of use, but also their low price (the cost of economical models is about $50); from time to time, home appliance dealers give them as gifts to customers.

When deciding which capsule coffee machine to choose, you need to look at the well-known brands of this type of home appliance on the market. Together with coffee makers, they produce coffee and other drinks in capsules, which have their own personal characteristics and significantly affect the choice.

Natural coffee will cheer you up even on the most gloomy day

Types of capsule systems for making coffee

Looking for a coffee machine? Information about the main capsule systems presented on the Russian market will help you make a successful purchase.

Nespresso Systems

Until recently, capsule coffee machines of the Nespresso system were produced only by DeLonghi and Krups. The launch of a new line of World Explorations coffee products was marked by the simultaneous release of the Creatista Plus coffee maker, which is the result of a collaboration between the Nestle and Bork brands.

Each of the brands has proven itself in the market, delighting with the build quality, stylish design of the models and their performance. The maximum pressure level in the devices is up to 19 bar, which guarantees the richness and density of the taste of the drink, as well as lush foam.

Coffee machines of the Nespresso system are very easy to operate and functional, allowing a person with no skills to prepare complex drinks at home. In addition, they are safe to use and do not consume much energy.

The price range of Nespresso models is quite wide - from 5,000 rubles for the De'Longhi Inissia EN80 device to 40 thousand for the Krups XN890810 model.

Original Nestle Nespresso products are sold in sealed aluminum capsules, which ensures the preservation of the flavor and aromatic nuances of their contents for up to a year. A rich assortment of blends, consisting of more than 26 varieties, forces coffee lovers to choose Nespresso capsule coffee machines.

The original products also have disadvantages. Among them is a low product yield of 50 ml from 1 capsule (with the exception of the World Explorations line). As the amount of water in the serving increases, the drink loses its richness.

The price of original Nespresso products is also high and for the opportunity to enjoy a cup of espresso you will have to pay about 40 rubles, which is critical for coffee lovers who drink their favorite drink several times a day. However, today there are high-quality analogues of Nestle Nespresso capsules:

  • Julius Meinl,
  • "Live Coffee"
  • Jardin,
  • Starbucks
  • Lebo.

Dolce Gusto

Capsule coffee machines of the Dolce Gusto system are the ideal solution for practical people who want to enjoy complex coffee drinks with milk foam. Coffee makers for them are produced by the Krups brand, offering models costing from 3,500 to 10,000 rubles.

Regardless of the price, each machine has a stylish modern design and ergonomics, allowing you to prepare up to 25 drink options. These devices are easy to use, safe and prepare coffee in just 30-40 seconds. All Krups Dolce Gusto coffee makers operate under a pressure of 15 bar, so you can be sure that the brewed cappuccino will have a rich taste and high foam.

The original Dolce Gusto capsules are produced by Nescafe. Its assortment includes more than 20 items of coffee drinks - from espresso to caramel latte macchiato. In addition, there are single doses of delicious hot chocolate and tea.

The average price of 1 capsule is about 20 rubles for black coffee and 40 rubles for drinks with powdered milk. Still, some buyers find the taste not rich enough.

Analogs of Dolce Gusto Nescafe capsules are produced by Absolut Drive, Must, Veronese and Starbucks.

Tassimo

The Tassimo capsule coffee brewing system was developed by the American company Kraft Foods, and coffee makers for it are produced in collaboration with Bosch. Its main advantage over competitors is “smart” automation, which independently calculates the parameters of each drink.

Tassimo capsule coffee machines are easy to operate, pleasing to the eye with a stylish design, and affordable to the wallet. Budget versions cost about 2500-3000 rubles, and the price of more productive models is 9000-12000 rubles. At the same time, top-end devices differ only in a large water reservoir and the presence of a built-in Brita filter.

Tassimo capsule devices are often blamed for the low power of the pump, which operates under a pressure of only 3.3 bar. However, this is not a disadvantage, since the monodose volume here includes not the standard 5.5, but 9 grams of uncompressed powder. Moreover, the very design of the T-discs allows you to create increased pressure inside, which is why Tassimo capsules do not require a powerful pump to “knock out” the aroma and taste.

The Tassimo capsule system is more suitable for lovers of creamy coffee desserts rather than classic espresso.

Since 2016, capsules for Tassimo coffee machines have been produced in Russia under the brands Jacobs, L'or, Milka, Baileys Coffee Shop and Carte Noire. Among them there are 11 coffee flavors, tea and hot chocolate. The price for a package of 16 capsules is about 500 rubles, but you need to take into account that this will be enough to prepare 8 servings of dairy drinks.

Cremesso

The Swiss capsule system is characterized by low energy consumption and lightning-fast operation, because it takes only 45 seconds to prepare espresso. Unfortunately, since 2022, it has become difficult to find such coffee machines on the Russian market, and capsules for them are only available in specialized online stores.

The most affordable Cremesso coffee maker costs about 4,500 rubles, the price of more productive options reaches 24 thousand. All brand coffee machines operate under a pressure of 19 bar, which guarantees a rich, dense and aromatic drink with thick foam.

The capsules are produced by the brand of the same name. The manufacturer offers 15 blends of coffee and tea. Each dose contains 7 grams of content, which, taking into account high blood pressure, guarantees a decent strength of drinks.

For a package of 16 monodoses you will have to pay 450 rubles. There are no analogues of these capsules on the Russian market, and you definitely won’t find the original monodoses in supermarkets. Due to many restrictions, the Cremesso capsule system is in little demand among Russian consumers today.

Lavazza Blue, Lep

Capsule machines of the Lavazza Blue and Lep system are produced by the famous coffee brand Lavazza. Until recently, they were in demand only for equipping offices, but today miniature devices for home use are available for sale, costing from 12 to 40 thousand rubles.

The brand’s coffee systems are equipped with a 15 bar pump, which, combined with the unusually large weight of the capsules (from 7 to 11 grams), guarantees the production of true Italian coffee, characterized by high strength, density and caffeine content.

Capsules for the Blue and Lep systems are produced only by Lavazza. The brand’s assortment includes more than 10 blends and a decaf option. The cost of 1 capsule is 30-40 rubles, which is quite affordable compared to Nespresso monodoses.

Lavazza capsule machines remain unattractive to ordinary buyers due to their high cost and low prevalence on the market. However, the quality of their assembly and the taste properties of the brewed drinks motivate real coffee lovers. In addition, coffee machines are rented free of charge for offices and commercial enterprises, subject to the monthly purchase of a certain number of capsules.

Other capsule systems

In addition to the above-mentioned popular capsule machines, a narrow circle of coffee lovers are familiar with the Caffitaly, Caffisimo and ILLY systems. The devices that support them also have high quality and performance, but capsules for them are practically impossible to find on the Russian market. Thus, the meager assortment of Caffitaly is presented only by Julius Meinl, and ILLY capsules are produced only by the Italian company of the same name.

Distinctive features of capsule machines

The quality of the prepared drink depends on how the coffee maker works and what types of coffee the capsules are made from. Before using a capsule coffee machine, a capsule is inserted into it, which is crushed coffee in a plastic or aluminum container, hermetically sealed with foil or thick film.

A hollow needle pierces the capsule for the coffee machine and passes water heated to 90 degrees under pressure through it. The process takes several 10 seconds, the purchased coffee liquid enters the cup. In addition to regular dark coffee, powdered milk or cream, tea, cocoa and chocolate are added to the capsules.

Besides all other advantages, taste properties are the basis for purchasing a capsule coffee machine.

Compared to ordinary coffee machines, a capsule coffee maker has a number of distinctive features:

  • Low cost. Capsule coffee machines have a simple design and small dimensions; compared to ordinary ones, their cost is much cheaper.
  • The taste properties of capsule coffee are considered to be the best in comparison with ordinary ground or instant drinks.
  • Simplicity of the process. In order to make coffee, a capsule is inserted into the machine and a button is pressed. There is no need to measure out the appropriate portion, grind coffee by hand, change filters, or add coffee powder.
  • The density of the structure allows you to preserve the taste of coffee, which is not lost for about 2 years.
  • Capsule coffee machines are easy to maintain; it is enough to wash the water container and body from time to time, and clean the heating elements from scale with a special means after a certain operating time (depending on the hardness of the water).

Currently, all coffee machines are equipped with special indicators to determine water hardness, usually these are stripes with marked divisions. When lowered into water, they change their color; their number indicates the degree of water hardness. The acquired data is entered into the coffee machine program, which, after counting the number of cups of coffee prepared, will signal the need to descale it (decalcify).

  • One of the disadvantages of capsule machines is the fairly high price of the capsules themselves, which offsets the gain in cost when purchasing. After 1 - 2 years of operation, the costs of a capsule and a regular coffee machine will be equal.
  • When deciding which capsules are suitable for a coffee machine, it is recommended to take into account the impossibility of using them in coffee machines of different brands, each of which produces capsules of its own shape and size. This leads to a limitation of the types of coffee put into capsules and, accordingly, a limitation of the flavor spectrum.

Capsules for Nespresso coffee machines

NB! Read about Nespresso coffee machines themselves, their pros, cons and how to choose here. There is also information about Dolce Gusto, Cremesso and Tassimo coffee makers. This review is only about capsules . Vertuo capsules - separately in the profile material; if anything, there are no analogues for them.

Let's start with, perhaps, the most popular and, in my opinion, the highest quality capsules - for Nespresso coffee machines. This system is notable for the largest range of alternative capsules from third-party companies, in fact there are a great many of them. Here is a far from complete list: Smart Coffee Club, Vergnano, Julius Meinl (high-quality alternatives, I recommend, although the price is almost the same as the original ones), Blues, MUST, KSP Caffe, Live Coffee, L'Or, Single Cup Coffee (wide variety), Movenpick (unreasonably expensive), Molinari, Jardin, Starbucks. All of them are noticeably more budget-friendly - from 150 to 400 rubles (at the time of publication).

A rare example of alternative capsules in general, and for Nespresso in particular, from the producers of freshly roasted coffee - Tasty Coffee and Torrefacto. Of course, they are not sent on the day of roasting, as is the case with their beans, but nevertheless, these capsules can compete even with the original ones.

Although all the alternatives I know are, one way or another, worse than branded Nespresso capsules. Yes, cheaper, but lower quality. But some are really quite good in terms of price/quality ratio, well, with a caveat to how “nothing” capsule coffee can be.

Also, if you look, you can buy empty reusable capsules for Nespresso, into which you can add any ground coffee. Basically, they are sold on Aliexpress and are divided into three types:

The simplest reusable plastic capsule. First generation reusable steel capsule. Second generation reusable steel capsule.

True, as for me, this is already some kind of masturbation - it’s easier, cheaper and tastier to put ground coffee into a carob coffee maker. After all, in factory-made capsules, at least the tempering and grinding are chosen in such a way as to get the most out of such a small diameter. At home, you will not “fill” the capsule properly and the result will be a lack of cream foam and less extraction. In general, I am glad that some owners of capsule machines come to the conclusion that it is tastier and cheaper to prepare freshly ground coffee. But, believe me, in this case it is much better to switch to carob coffee makers (the “standby” option is the Delonghi ECP series).

But let's return to the original capsules. What flavors does Nestle offer, which is the developer of the system and a few years ago was the only one to produce capsules for Nespresso coffee machines? The company calls its capsules Nespresso Grand Cru, here is the full list as of 2020:

PhotoNameSeriesSaturation (max – 12)Descriptionvendor codeRRP (pcs)
Kazaar,
dark blue capsule
INTENSO12Brazilian and Guatemalan Robusta with the addition of washed Arabica from South America. Very rich taste with bright bitterness and pepper notes. Dark roast, high strength. 7623.5039 ₽
Dharkan,
greenish blue in color
INTENSO11A blend of 100% washed Arabica beans from Latin America and Asia. Rich taste with woody undertones and notes of bitter cocoa. Dark roast, high strength. 7624.5039 ₽
Ristretto,
black
INTENSO10A strong blend of Arabica beans from Colombia, Brazil and East Africa with a small addition of Robusta. Rich taste with notes of chocolate and fruit. Fine grind, dark roast, moderately high strength. 7615.5031 ₽
Arpeggio,
purple
INTENSO9100% Arabica from South and Central America, mainly from Costa Rica. Rich taste with hints of cocoa. Fine grind, dark roast, medium strength. 7431.5031 ₽
Roma,
brown-gray color
INTENSO8A blend of Arabica beans from South and Central America with Asian Robusta. Light shades of wood. Sweet notes. Fine grind, light roast, low-medium strength. 7439.5031 ₽
Livanto,
copper-gold color
ESPRESSO6100% Arabica from South and Central America. Caramel shade. Medium roast, medium strength. 7443.5031 ₽
Capriccio,
emerald green
ESPRESSO5Arabica from South America with the addition of Asian robusta. Light sourness, cereal shades. Light roast, low-medium strength. 7413.5031 ₽
Volluto,
light gold color
ESPRESSO4100% Arabica from South America. Light sourness, fruity and sweet notes. Light roast, light strength. 7435.5031 ₽
Cosi,
light brown
ESPRESSO4100% Arabica from South and Central America, East Africa (Kenya). Hints of cereals, fruity notes. Light roast, light strength. 7642.5031 ₽
Indriya from IndiaPURE ORIGIN10Robusta and Arabica from India. Dense, rich bitterness, notes of cocoa and nuts. Fine grind, medium roast, high strength. 7510.5041 ₽
Rosabaya de ColombiaPURE ORIGIN6100% washed Colombian Arabica. Significant sourness, fruit and berry notes. Medium roast, medium strength. 7515.5041 ₽
Dulsao do BrasilPURE ORIGIN4100% washed Arabica from Brazil - yellow and red Bourbon. Cereal shades, medium density. Medium roast, low-medium strength. 7530.5041 ₽
Bukeela ka EthiopiaPURE ORIGIN3100% Arabica from Ethiopia, mainly Sidamo. Spicy taste, floral and woody notes, slight sourness. Light roast, light strength. 7633.5041 ₽
Envivo LungoLUNGO9A blend of Mexican Robusta and Indian Arabica. Rich, dense taste with pronounced bitterness and notes of ginger and wood. Dark roast, high strength. 7654.5037 ₽
Fortissio LungoLUNGO8100% Arabica from South and Central America + Indian Arabica Monsoon Malabar. Bitterness with sweet cereal undertones. Medium roast, medium strength. 7834.5037 ₽
Vivalto LungoLUNGO4100% Arabica from South America and East Africa. Pronounced sourness with floral undertones, woody notes. Medium roast, medium strength. 7810.5037 ₽
Linizio LungoLUNGO4100% Brazilian and Colombian Arabica. Cereal shades, mild taste. Medium roast, low-medium strength. 7622.5037 ₽
CaramelitoVARIATIONS6Made on the basis of Livanto ESPRESSO series. 100% Arabica from South and Central America. Flavored with caramel. Medium roast, medium strength. 7628.5044 ₽
CiocattinoVARIATIONS6Made on the basis of Livanto ESPRESSO series. 100% Arabica from South and Central America. Cocoa flavored. Medium roast, medium strength. 7626.5044 ₽
VanilioVARIATIONS6Made on the basis of Livanto ESPRESSO series. 100% Arabica from South and Central America. Vanilla flavored. Medium roast, medium strength. 7627.5044 ₽
Arpeggio DecaffeinatoDECAFEINATO9Decaffeinated version of Grand Cru Arpeggio capsules. 100% Arabica from South and Central America, mainly from Costa Rica. Rich taste with hints of cocoa. Fine grind, dark roast. 7644.5037 ₽
Decaffeinato IntensoDECAFEINATO7Decaffeinated blend of South American Arabica and Asian Robusta. Shades of cocoa and cereals. Pronounced bitterness. Dark roast. 7449.5037 ₽
Volluto DecaffeinatoDECAFEINATO4Decaffeinated version of Grand Cru Volluto capsules. 100% Arabica from South America. Light sourness, fruity and sweet notes. Light roast. 7645.5037 ₽
Vivalto Lungo DecaffeinatoDECAFEINATO4Decaffeinated version of Grand Cru Vivalto Lungo capsules. 100% Arabica from South America and East Africa. Pronounced sourness with floral undertones, woody notes. Medium roast. 7646.5037 ₽

Capsule coffee maker device

All parts of the coffee machine are installed on a rigid frame placed in the housing; an ordinary capsule machine contains the following components:

  • Heating module. Ordinary electronic heating element.
  • Water pump. A water pump that supplies and pumps water under pressure through a coffee machine capsule.
  • Electrical block. Electrical circuits assembled from radioelements on integrated circuits are responsible for the device’s operating mode and control.
  • Brewing system. Mechanical elements of a coffee machine for installation, piercing and disposal of the used capsule.
  • Water dispenser. A device that allows you to regulate the volume of water poured into a cup depending on its size.

How to choose capsules for a coffee machine

A good solution is to purchase a unique capsule. It is specially designed for a specific device model, according to its technical features. But this option is one of the more expensive, so other manufacturers come to the rescue. With lower priced products. With all this, the highest price does not always guarantee the highest quality. Many manufacturers of capsules for coffee machines use high-quality coffee varieties that provide richness and quality of taste.

Types of Nespresso capsules

Now the market offers different options for reusable capsules, which allow you to prepare a drink according to your own recipes, combine different types of natural ground coffee and create exclusive options based on your personal preferences. So, you can personally regulate the level of strength, bitterness and other features. This development is a plastic capsule with a special lid and an additional mesh membrane.

Dolce Gusto

Dolce Gusto coffee machine

When deciding which capsule coffee machine to choose, they first turn their attention to devices from the French manufacturer Dolce Gusto (pleasant taste), which works with coffee from the Swiss company Nescafe. This line of coffee machines is considered one of the more affordable ones and has the following distinctive features:

  • The price of coffee makers ranges from 100 to 300 USD, the standard operating pressure is 15 bar.
  • The price of ordinary capsules for a coffee machine is about 6 USD for a standard block of 16 cups or 8 servings of 2 components - with black coffee and milk with sugar.
  • The range of different types of coffee is 20 items - 10 of them are classics, others are chocolate cocktails, milk tea lattes, coffee with milk additives.
  • The ability to produce different types of coffee with the use of two capsules: milk and coffee, you can prepare cool drinks.
  • The disadvantages include the not very bad quality of economical models.
  • Some capsules provide very little drink using their own production technology (about 50 g), and they also do not have enough powder (5 g) to brew strong, rich coffee.
  • In dairy supplements, soy lecithin is not to the taste of many and is inferior to the natural product.
  • Drinks with milk and chocolate are quite expensive.

The Swiss concern Nestle Nespresso SA is the first manufacturer of capsule coffee makers since 1986, and is the older brother of Dolce Gusto.

Peculiarities

  • The price of coffee machines from Nespresso ranges widely from 100 to 600 USD; their operating pressure of 19 bar is considered good for coffee makers of this class.
  • The capsule coffee maker of this brand is produced by 2 manufacturers - Krups and DeLonghi, it has a good design and high-quality assembly.
  • There are 17 types of coffee capsules, including decaffeinated drinks, the amount of powder is about 7 g - the standard for obtaining high-quality coffee. A distinctive feature of the capsules is the material they are made of – aluminum, which provides the best conditions for storing coffee.
  • Considered one of the best capsule coffees, unique capsules are quite expensive and difficult to find on sale. This caused the emergence of analogues from the Russian manufacturer (Vergnano, Smart Coffee Club, Ethical Coffee, Cafe Royal, Single Cup Coffee) the average price of such capsules for a Nespresso coffee machine is 7 USD. for 10 pieces, which is also a fairly high price.
  • There are no capsules for the coffee machine with chocolate and tea filling.

To solve the problem of high prices and finding suitable capsules, empty reusable models are used, which allow you to save significant money. When deciding how to make a capsule without the help of others, many people use kits consisting of empty capsules and devices for covering them with foil - coffee and other ingredients are poured into them according to their own taste.

Representative of the Swiss company Delica AG.

Peculiarities

  • Several modifications of coffee machines are produced, their average cost is about 150 - 400 USD, they are not widespread enough in Russia, they are quite difficult to find on sale.
  • Cremesso coffee machines produce a pressure of 19 bar when operating, the average time to make a cup of coffee is 45 seconds.
  • There are 12 coffee flavors, including expresso, a number of types with the addition of milk, designed for expensive modifications of coffee makers, the product line contains 4 types of tea.
  • Food-grade plastic is used in the production of capsules; they themselves are quite expensive (the average cost of 16 servings is about 7 USD)
  • Coffee with milk is prepared on special types of coffee machines with a cappuccino maker, which belong to the sector of expensive coffee machines.

Bosch Tassimo coffee machine

When choosing which model is better, many people prefer Tassimo. At first, the Tassimo coffee machine was produced in the USA, which is the birthplace of the brand, and soon there was a merger with the Bosch company, which produces these Bosch Tassimo machines.

Distinctive features

  • Tassimo machines have the lowest price among all capsule coffee machines - from 60 to 150 USD; more expensive modifications differ from their analogues in a huge aqua tank and water filter.
  • All models of coffee machines allow you to prepare drinks with added milk and teas.
  • The range of capsules for the tassimo coffee machine is not very wide and includes 11 types: regular coffee, coffee with milk, tea and cocoa.
  • Tassimos differ significantly from similar coffee makers in 2 parameters: they have the lowest operating pressure (3.3 bar) and a larger volume of capsules, including about 9 g of crushed coffee. The powder in them is not compressed, so it is simply treated with a low-pressure water jet.
  • The price of a standard package of capsules of 16 pieces is about 10 USD; they can be easily purchased in huge stores at lower prices during sales promotions.
  • The presence of coffee powder, which is almost twice the standard of 5 g from other manufacturers, has led to an improvement in the properties of the final product, its greater strength and richness.
  • Tassimo coffee machines are a high-tech type of home appliance that read information from the barcode of each capsule - this determines how the machine works. The selected mode includes selection of water temperature, which is best suited for brewing, powder processing time, and amount of water.

In addition to these types of coffee machines, devices are produced under the brands Pauling, Bialetti, Caffitaly, capsules for which are not so easy to find due to their low prevalence on the market.

Cremesso capsule machines

There are several brands of capsule coffee machines:

  • Swiss Nespresso are the “ancestors of the genre.” The device can prepare 17 types of coffee, some of which do not contain caffeine. Capsules for such a device contain 7 grams of ground beans, from which you can prepare 30 ml of delicious natural coffee. Nespresso machines are produced by the brands Craps and DeLonghi.

Swiss Nespresso machine Cremesso

Swiss Nespresso machine Cremesso

  • Dolce Gusto. The French model is one of the most accessible for users. The line of Dolce Gusto machines contains 20 flavor options: 10 – black classic, 10 – with milk. In addition, Dolce Gusto prepares 3 chocolate drinks and 1 tea latte.

Dolce Gusto

  • The Tassimo machine was developed in America. Its main difference from others is the large size of the disk-shaped capsules. They are considered one of the most demanding and capricious cars.

Tassimo coffee machine

Tassimo coffee machine

Among all existing types of machines, Cremesso deserves special attention. The Cremesso capsule coffee machine, like Nespresso, was created in Switzerland. The user forum characterizes them as reliable and convenient systems, distinguished by their quality. Drinks are prepared quickly in them, and little energy is spent. In addition, the appearance of the machines also attracts a lot of attention from users, which noticeably makes them stand out from the crowd.

Important! All of the above machines accept both disposable and reusable capsules. Reusable capsules require one package of coffee to be used to prepare 2-3 servings of the drink.

Reusable capsule

A reusable capsule will help save time and money, because single-use capsules need to be actively purchased

The main drawback of capsule coffee machines is the complexity of unique coffee capsules and the limited number of types of beverage prepared. Reusable capsules, which are a metal or plastic analogue of a disposable type, allow you to avoid these shortcomings. The duralumin foil on top is replaced by a screw-on iron or hinged plastic lid with a hole for injecting boiling water.

Operating principle of a capsule coffee machine

Before you start choosing a capsule for a coffee machine, it is important to understand the principle of its operation. At the initial step, the coffee beans are roasted, after which they undergo a painstaking grinding process, and then are hermetically packaged in special capsule containers created for a specific brand of coffee machine.

Coffee capsules

During operation of the machine, ground coffee is combined with water and emulsification occurs. It is recommended to see that the capsules are sealed, preventing the smell of ground coffee from escaping. This solution also guarantees a long shelf life and preservation of all the aromatic and taste properties of the drink.

At the end of the coffee machine operation, the single-use capsule is moved to a special compartment, from which it must be removed and disposed of (for single-use containers). Reusable capsules for the Dolce Gusto coffee machine or other models of coffee equipment. It is recommended to remove it from the device, thoroughly wash and dry it, only then can the capsule be reused.

Coffee from a coffee machine

Video: comparison of coffee machine models

Cremesso coffee machines.

Products made in Switzerland have always been distinguished by the highest quality and reliability. A company with more than half a century of history produces Cremesso coffee machines, which are known throughout the world. The company produces not only equipment, but also coffee capsules. The choice is very large, at the moment the linear range includes the following models: “Compact Automatic”, “Cafe Latte”, “Uno”, “Una”, “Compact One”.

How to choose coffee capsules for coffee machines?

Today you can find 3 large manufacturers of capsule coffee on sale - Nestle, Tassimo and Mondelez. The determining factor will be the coffee machine, which only works with a certain type of capsule. When choosing, you need to pay attention to the following criteria:

  • Capsule material. It is better to give preference to a metal container - it does not impart an extraneous taste to the drink and does not affect the coffee, unlike plastic.
  • Brand of coffee. As a rule, it does not coincide with the capsule manufacturer. Therefore, before purchasing, you should choose products from well-known brands in order to get a quality drink.

Capsules can be purchased with a coffee machine or you can visit specialized retail outlets that sell coffee.

Features of the technology

The Cremesso coffee machine has a number of distinctive features that make it stand out from other brands. This is, for example, saving energy. All models of coffee machines from the Swiss manufacturer are equipped with a standby mode and automatically switch to low power consumption, less than 0.3 W per hour. This ability saves light consumption (which means it also saves money).

It is also worth noting that this helps to minimize the toxicity that is caused to the environment.

Devices for making the fragrant Cremesso drink can instantly warm up (in just 15 seconds). This also reduces the coffee brewing time. All cars have an unusual design and a wide range of colors. Such a thing will successfully fit into any modern interior design and will become a beautiful addition, as well as an indispensable assistant in any kitchen.

The grill on which the mug is placed can be purchased separately for any type of coffee machine. The Swiss manufacturer took care of the convenience of its own customers. It offers components and replacement parts separately. This eliminates any problems and surprises.

Capsules for Bosch Tassimo coffee machine

The development of coffee making in Bosch Tassimo models differs from coffee machines of other brands and models. Unique capsules for this model have a special code, which acts as a recipe for making a coffee drink in the machine. Thanks to this function, the machine independently selects which function to select, and also independently regulates:

  • water consumption level;
  • temperature of the finished drink;
  • The time it takes to make a certain type of coffee depends on the capsule used.

Capsules for coffee machine

Bosch Tassimo coffee machines achieve an operating pressure of 3.3 bar during operation. This figure is significantly lower than similar models from other manufacturers. But the quality of the drink is not inferior to a more massive device. This is justified by the fact that unpressed coffee is poured into the capsules, which, when combined with water, produces a drink of the highest quality.

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