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Nespresso Essenza Mini
Nespresso's most compact Original Line machine. Best-in-class pod espresso in a tiny footprint.
Pod MachineCompactabout $99 (US)
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Who it's for
Tiny footprint, great espresso for the price. The best pod machine if you don't want milk.
Strengths
- Fast to a finished drink (speed 5/5)
- Easy to use day to day (5/5)
- Compact footprint
Watch-outs
- Weak environmental score (1/5)
- Hard to repair (1/5)
- Limited drink variety (2/5)
- Higher running cost (about $0.85 per cup)
Specs
| Brand | Nespresso |
|---|---|
| Type | Pod Machine |
| Automation | High Automation |
| Milk system | None |
| Width | 4.3 in |
| Max brew temperature | 87 °C |
| Learning curve | None |
| Maintenance level | Low |
| Expected lifespan | 8 years |
| Annual maintenance cost (est.) | $20 |
| Cost per cup (est.) | $0.85 |
| Works with | Pods |
| Drinks | Espresso, Pod |
BrewHarbor scores
| Cup quality | 2/5 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 5/5 |
| Ease of use | 5/5 |
| Drink variety | 2/5 |
| Eco score | 1/5 |
| Repairability | 1/5 |
Scores are BrewHarbor's own 1–5 ratings (5 is best) from specs, owner sentiment and teardown/repair data; they are the same scores the quiz uses to rank machines.
Typical prices
| USD | $99 |
|---|---|
| CAD | CA$139 |
| GBP | £75 |
| EUR | €99 |
| AUD | A$149 |
Price ranges are estimates; check the retailer for current prices.
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