The Nespresso Citiz D120 is an automatic single serve espresso machine. It has proved hugely popular since its release and brings the high quality espresso associated with Nespresso into your home. It has a stylish design, doesn’t take up too much counter space, and produces high quality espresso in double quick time.

It is easy to use and besides espresso, can also can be used to make a variety of delicious milk based coffee drinks by using the attached Aeroccino.

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The Nespresso Pixie is the smallest, fastest, and most energy efficient in Nespresso’s line of single serve espresso makers.

It shares in common with the bigger, more expensive, Nespresso Citiz the ability to make high quality espresso, but in an extra compact size which fits easily on the kitchen counter and is very portable.

Its aesthetically pleasing style, and its easy, convenient use have also helped to make this unit a popular choice with espresso aficionados.

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The Nespresso Essenza C101 is a single serve, automatic espresso maker that has proved to be very popular since its release on to the market. It shares with the other Nespresso espresso machines the speed, convenience and ease of use that we have come to expect from this brand.

Nespresso is synonymous with great tasting espresso, and the compact design of this unit means it fits easily in the kitchen without taking up much space.

If you are looking for a machine that can consistently provide you with a good espresso, made quickly without the need for any skill, work or mess, then the Nespresso Essenza may be just what you are looking for.

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The Rancilio Silvia espresso machine V3 comes from a company with a big reputation and proud tradition in designing espresso makers. They have been making machines that produce great espresso since the 1920′s, and have remained at the forefront of design and technology in their field.

The machine is capable of making great espresso and is very sturdily built, with a reputation for lasting many years without problems if it is taken care of. It is one of the most affordable units in the semi-professional class. But along with the capacity for making such high quality espresso comes a learning curve and skill set that needs to be acquired to use the machine to its full potential.

If you are interested in learning the skill to making the best espresso you can, and are not expecting to just push a button and let the machine do all the work, then this unit may very well be ideal for you. However, if you are looking for a quick and easy push button solution to making your espresso in the morning, then one of the automatic models, like the Nespresso Citiz, may be a better fit for you. 

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The Delonghi EC702 espresso maker is the bigger, upgraded version of the Delonghi EC155. It is a sturdier unit, consisting mostly of stainless steel, so it is built to last and shares the same basic functionality as the EC155.

Despite the increase in size, it still has a fairly small footprint, and it’s not difficult to make space for it on the kitchen counter. It is quick and simple to use, looks stylish, and is even easier to clean than the EC155.

As well as making cafe quality espresso, it can also be used to make milk based coffee drinks like cappuccino and latte, by using the attached milk frother. 
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The Delonghi EC155 espresso machine has been a popular choice with consumers ever since it was first launched onto the market. Featuring a 15 bar pump, and coming in at a relatively low price for pump driven espresso makers, it is widely regarded as a good entry level machine in the pump driven category, for those looking to move away from the coffee shop and the drive through, and make their espresso at home.

Being relatively small and compact, it fits in the kitchen with no problems, and is easily portable. Not only that, it is easy to operate and makes a great cup of espresso. Using the adjustable swivel jet frother, it is also simple to make latte and cappuccino.

But while it undoubtedly represents good value at the price, it is a budget option for those looking for the real espresso experience, and there is no denying that some people will be more satisfied with a more expensive espresso machine of even higher quality.

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