The Best Pod Coffee Machines

Pod coffee machines allow you to put a capsule that contains ground or roast coffee beans into the machine. The coffee is then poured through for a set time period to create your beverage.

Some pod coffee makers come with different sizes of cups as well as a built-in filter and milk ability to froth. The best pod coffee maker for you depends on your personal preferences and your lifestyle.

1. Keurig K-Select

If you're looking for a simple Keurig coffee maker without the bells and whistles of higher-end models, this one is a good choice. It is easy to operate and has a beautiful appearance. When not in use, it can be easily placed in a corner of the kitchen.

The machine can be loud however it's not a major issue. It's also small and will fit on small counters. But, if you're looking for a Keurig with a larger range of sizes or a carafe to use for traditional drip brewing, you should look at other alternatives.

The Keurig K-Select single serve coffee maker is a blend of sleek design with more intuitive features to help you make your perfect cup every time. Choose from hundreds delicious K-Cups, or brew your coffee using the universal filter for coffee My-K-Cup (sold separate). The Strong Brew feature kicks up your coffee's strength and intensity and makes it the perfect choice for coffee lovers who enjoy a bold cup.

This brewer is simple to use, using simple buttons. Place the K-Cup and then select the desired size of brew and press brew. In less than a minute you'll have a freshly-brewed cup of coffee waiting for you to enjoy. The large 52-ounce reservoir allows you to make up to five cups between refills, simplifying your morning routine.

The Keurig is incredibly easy to clean. The water reservoir and lid can be removed and washed by hand. However, you should always remove the scale from your Keurig before cleaning it, and follow the guidelines in the user guide to ensure that your machine is performing optimally. The warranty covers the brewer and the original accessories, with the exception of for normal wear and tear, damage caused by misuse or abuse and external causes of failure like power outages.

2. Tassimo My Way

If you're a coffee enthusiast and are in search of an espresso machine that can produce more than just your daily cup of joe it's the ideal option. It can make a variety of drinks including hot cocoa. The large 1.3-litre water tank allows for multiple cups to be brewed simultaneously. The machine can be warmed up within three seconds, and also includes a milk container that lets you to make latte or cappuccino. It also comes with touchscreen that lets you to alter the intensity, temperature and quantity of your drink.

The Tassimo My Way uses the brand's T Discs that contain everything you require for your preferred drink. There are more than 70 varieties, including Kenco, Costa, Milka, and Cadbury's. The machine offers a variety of T discs, including those for hot tea and chocolate.

The coffee machine and pods produced by this machine was of good quality, but slightly less than the other machines we have reviewed. It also heated the milk for an espresso fairly quickly and gave a smooth taste without being too thick. However, it must be not forgotten that the frothy milk made from T Discs is a source of sugar that, while not a huge problem in itself, isn't to everyone's taste.

Tassimo My Way's removable components, the drip tray and the water tank are dishwasher-safe. There's an Brita filter that is included as well as a cleaning disc that can also be used. A helpful indicator light will tell you when you need to descale. water tanks will help keep the limescale to the minimum. The machine is Energy Star rated, which reduces the amount of electricity it uses by up to 15%.

3. Lavazza Lungo Pod Machine

This Nespresso pod coffee machine created in collaboration with Sage by Lavazza is among the most attractive machines available. It's made with tough and attractive materials, comes with an adjustable steam wand to make lattes and cappuccinos as well as an stainless milk jug made of steel. Put a pod in and select the size of your cup and the machine goes into action, making espresso lungo, double espresso, gran lungo, alto drinks and mugs with a thick layer of silky frosting.

As with most pod and bean coffee machine machines you load the pod through an opening on top and drop it in the appropriate spot. The machine punctures the capsule and then closes it. When you pull the lever, the pod will fall into a dedicated used Pod tray that is located beneath the drip tray.

It's not the fastest machine to make coffee in 30 seconds for a shot of espresso and around 90 seconds for a lungo - but the results are consistently impressive, with great crema and a rich, smooth taste. The machine will also notify you when the water tank or pod bin needs refilling.

The main selling point of this machine is that you can use it with any Lavazza-branded pod - there are seven in total including espresso ground (Qualita Rossa, Intenso, Passionale and Delizioso), two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso) and two organic coffees (!Tierra! Bio). The pod and bean coffee machine coffee machine is not expensive, but if you pair it with pod delivery the cost could be similar to the cost of the regular bean-to-cup machine. Its slimline design means it can be fitted neatly into the smallest kitchens. Furthermore, the pods coffee machines themselves are compostable so you can pop them into your local food waste bins or own garden compost.

4. Nespresso Vertuo Pod Machine

Nespresso machines are among the best pod coffee makers for those who want an efficient steady, reliable, and consistent coffee. They heat up quickly and are extremely simple to use--just put a capsule in, push a button and you're done. They produce a rich, creamy crema that can be added to drinks to give greater flavor and thickness. The official pods are not cheap and you will have to purchase them.

The Vertuo line is based on an entirely different method of technology from OriginalLine machines that use espresso capsules (and remain in operation). They scan each capsule's barcode, automatically adapting the brewing parameters to make a perfect cup. They also have a centrifusion machine that spins the capsules in order to make the best pod coffee machine (Ktwiki`s statement on its official blog) flavor and thickest crema.

The machines aren't as intuitive as our other choices. The lid is only opened when the machine is ready, and it takes about 30 seconds for the capsule to heat up. And they don't come with an milk frother, like the other pod coffee makers on this list, so you'll need to spend an additional PS90 or so to purchase an additional Aeroccino for those who want to make lattes or cappuccinos.

They also require more regular maintenance than other models - refilling the water tank, emptying old pod containers, and descaling--but they do come with an app that reminds you of these duties and provides tools such as store locators and capsule recycling. And if you pair your machine with an IntelliPort, you can even operate it using voice commands, which is a nice feature for those who make coffee in the dark at 4am or have a weak hand.

5. SMEG Barista Pod Machine

This sleek machine is the lovechild between the adored Italian brand, and a renowned manufacturer of kitchen appliances. It has the sleek, retro curves that SMEG are renowned for, and can brew both lungo and espresso drinks. It also comes with an adjustable shot setting that can be programmed as well as dual-height drip trays and a removable pod bin.

This coffee maker lets you make an instant cup of espresso or lungo in the morning or during breaks at work. The simple control panel keeps it looking sleek and doesn't interfere with its functionality. It comes with three different baskets for different capsule types. You can even use ground beans that are loose (although you'll need a separate grinder).

The SMEG Barista Pod Machine doesn't include a milk pitcher however, it has an inbuilt Pannarello milk frother that froths both cow and soymilk quite well. It also comes with a portafilter that measures 51mm, which is smaller than the standard commercial style filter. It is pressurised so you won't have the stale, lingering taste. It comes with a tamper made of plastic that also doubles as a spoon.

The SMEG is one of the most expensive pod machines we've reviewed, but it's definitely worth it if your a fan of the retro design or like the ability to whip up espresso-based drinks. This is a great choice when you're new to the art of making coffee and don't need to go through the difficulty of measuring, grinding and tamping beans by yourself.