Types of coffee machines
Nespresso is a coffee concept based on the use of long-lasting ground coffee in aluminum coffee capsules. This concept was developed by Nestlé.
Nespresso by Nestlé
Both the capsule and the method of brewing coffee are patented, which initially meant that you could only make coffee exclusively with Nespresso capsules from Nestlé.
Nespresso Capsules
When you place a Nespresso capsule in the machine, you can make coffee with the touch of a button. The machine perforates the capsule and forces hot water through it under 19-bar pressure. Afterward, you dispose of the capsule.
Nespresso Cups
The Nespreso Cups are quite expensive, but since some of the patents expired in 2012, various other coffee brands have started producing capsules as well. These capsules are compatible with Nespresso machines, which makes coffee consumption somewhat cheaper. However, the question remains: is this truly a cheap alternative compared to coffee from a fully automatic bean machine?
Types of coffee machines
Coffee from ESE pads approaches the taste of real fresh coffee. These pads are similar to Senseo pads but of much better quality.
ESE Servings
Each pad is sealed airtight. The taste is often perceived as very good. However, the ESE pads or servings are expensive to use. The price of the machines is between that of a fully automatic bean machine and a Nespresso or Dolce Gusto machine.
ESE Servings by Illy
The ESE pads were invented by Illy and are also called E.S.E (Easy Serving Espresso Pods). These are small compressed coffee pads containing 7 grams of coffee. The pad is used in special espresso machines that are compatible with these pads. You should not compare ESE pads to Senseo pads because the quality is much higher. Not only Illy offers these pads, but brands like Lavazza and various private labels also provide them. Some E.S.E. machines also have a piston where you can put freshly ground coffee, which is very advantageous, giving you the option to choose how you want to brew your coffee.
Types of coffee machines
Dolce Gusto is a concept of Nescafé. Dolce Gusto Coffee Machines work in the so-called Dolce Gusto way. This means that you can make coffee at home with the push of a button. Dolce Gusto has an enormous versatility of coffee types and even tea and chocolate milk. The concept is comparable to that of Nespresso.
More than 30 types with Dolce Gusto
This way you can make intense black coffees, deliciously creamy white coffees, refreshing tea and sweet chocolate treats, you can choose from more than 30 types.
Dolce Gusto Machine
In the Dolce Gusto concept you use sealed coffee cups. You make fresh coffee under pressure of 15 bar. There are many people who really like the cups of Dolce Gusto. The cups are a bit more expensive than fresh coffee but the machine is much cheaper. Whether you like the house brand cups for Dolce Gusto just as much as the original Nescafé ones, you should decide for yourself. In any case, we have already seen machines for €50 and the most expensive device we saw costs around €300. Calculate here whether the Dolce Gusto Machine is beneficial for you or whether you should choose a fully automatic bean machine.
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Types of coffee machines
With a fully automatic bean machine, you can make delicious fresh coffee. You fill the machine with fresh coffee beans. When you make a cup of coffee, the beans are first ground, and a cup of coffee is automatically brewed from the freshly ground coffee.
Automatic bean machine
Most machines offer the option to adjust the grind level and strength. You can also make a latte macchiato or cappuccino with most machines.
Fresh Coffee from Coffee Beans
The purchase price of most fully automatic bean machines is somewhat higher. Basic models start around 350 euros but can go up to over 1000 euros. That may seem expensive, but grinding fresh beans is much cheaper than buying coffee pods from Nespresso, Dolce Gusto, or ESE pads. For those who drink more than one cup a day, it quickly becomes an economical choice.
Coffee for your full automatic bean machine
Of course, you can also purchase very expensive coffee beans, but you should not compare apples with oranges. If you buy expensive coffee beans, you should also compare them with the more expensive Nespresso or Dolce Gusto coffee pods or ESE pads.
Coffee Price Calculator
Do you want to drink coffee cheaply? Then think carefully about which coffee machine you use. Buying a Nespresso or possibly a Dolce Gusto coffee machine is often quite cheap. But the price of the coffee cups is often very high. You can of course take favorably priced house brand coffee cups, but they are often less tasty. The same applies to the ESE servings, of which not only the pads are less cheap but the machines can also be quite expensive. But there are good alternatives to drink coffee cheaply.
Cheap and tasty with the fully automatic bean machine
As mentioned, coffee cups or coffee pads are often less cheap. But coffee beans have a much more favorable price. Of course you can also find coffee beans in all kinds of prices, but on average you are much better off than with cups or pads. Of course, a bean machine has a higher price, but you can easily earn that back. You can calculate that here.
Drink coffee cheaply with the coffee calculator
Calculate for yourself how you drink coffee cheaply. Indicate in which price segment you would buy your machine and what quality of coffee you want. Also indicate how much coffee you make per day. The calculator will then automatically calculate which coffee machine you can use to drink coffee most cost-effectively. We take everything into account, we look at the purchase price of the machine, the price of the coffee beans and the price of coffee cups or coffee pads. We also look at the costs of depreciation of the machine and the costs of maintenance.
Calculate here how you can drink coffee cost-effectively.
Coffee Price Calculator
Do you like to drink a nice espresso? And do you like to make it yourself at home? Then you can choose a Nespresso coffee machine and use the delicious Nespresso coffee cups in different flavors. The coffee machines for Nespresso cups are often quite cheap, but the cups are a lot less cheap. With the original cups, the price of a cup of espresso quickly rises to almost 55 cents. Perhaps not so advantageous if you drink a lot of coffee.
But there are also cheaper alternatives than Nespresso.
You can also purchase an automatic espresso machine at home. The machine is somewhat less cheap than a Nespresso machine. But a fully automatic espresso machine with fresh coffee beans is often an advantageous choice. If you make 4 cups a day, a cup of espresso with fresh coffee beans from the coffee shop and a luxury fully automatic coffee machine will cost you about 32 cents, while the price with a budget espresso machine and coffee beans from the supermarket is only 19 cents per cup.
Calculate for yourself the price you want to drink espresso
With the coffee calculator you can calculate for yourself what you are cheapest off. Of course, that mainly depends on the amount of coffee you make per day. But also where you buy your coffee beans or coffee cups. At the supermarket that is cheaper than the price you pay in the coffee shop. But with this calculation we neatly visualize the costs for you.
Coffee Price Calculator
Hesitating about investing in an expensive coffee machine? We understand—it can seem like a big decision. But the truth is, a more expensive coffee machine may not always be the priciest option in the long run. Use our handy coffee calculator to find out which machine is the best choice for your needs and budget.
Enjoy Tasty Yet Affordable Espresso, Nespresso, or Cappuccino
Are you a fan of delicious coffee, but want to keep it easy and affordable?
Most coffee drinkers find that coffee made from freshly ground beans tastes better than coffee from capsules or pads. Not only is coffee from beans generally cheaper, but over time, a more expensive machine can actually pay for itself with the savings on beans. For some, coffee capsules are an easy middle ground, but they do come at a higher price.
Find Out How to Enjoy Coffee for Less
Do you drink a lot of coffee and want a tasty cup without spending a fortune?
If you’re willing to invest in a higher-end machine, an automatic coffee bean machine could be the perfect choice for you—especially if you love cappuccinos and lattes. Alternatively, if you prefer a cheaper machine and don’t mind paying a little more for capsules or pads, we’ve got that covered too. Use the calculator to figure out which option will save you the most money based on your coffee consumption.
