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Re: At Home With the CitiZ: A Review of Nespresso’s Latest Espresso Machine

Graham — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:40:26 -0000

I'm reading this as I drink an espresso from the CitiZ. I bought one a few days ago and I've been using it constantly. I used to have a different coffee machine but it was rarely used because it was a lot of fuss. This one is unbelievably simple and the coffee tastes great, so it is used a lot.

as someone else says, there are ways to use your own ground coffee or re-use capsules. just don't tell Nespresso as it might void the warranty.

Re: At Home With the CitiZ: A Review of Nespresso’s Latest Espresso Machine

Munky — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 06:18:01 -0000

From what I've learned recently... though my wife and I have not yet purchased this machine, we too have had the same concerns regarding obsolescence and the ability to use "fresh" ground beans. However, upon research of this, we discovered a product called Nexpod which allows you to utilize your own choice of beans. Additionally, from what I understand, you can choose to use pods more than once (details can be found on the 'web). Just an FYI for those with these kinds of concerns.

Re: At Home With the CitiZ: A Review of Nespresso’s Latest Espresso Machine

Jean — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 23:30:13 -0000

This looks like a terrific machine! And I appreciate that you gave the dimensions so that those with limited counterspace (does anyone ever have enough) can plan accordingly.

Re: At Home With the CitiZ: A Review of Nespresso’s Latest Espresso Machine

Candace — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 23:31:36 -0000

This machine sounds nice--but I wonder--Have you tried other espresso machines at home? I am from Seattle and consider myself an espresso snob, as well. Last year I purchased a Francis Francis X5 from illy.com after MUCH (years and years) of research-- it was about $250 when you agreed buy coffee each month from them for a year-- otherwise it is about $650. What I like about it, aside from the consistent quality shot and intuitive design, is that the machine it doesn't require pods; I can use freshly ground if I want--which is really important for a truly good cup of Joe. That way I can buy good beans, grind them to the desired coarseness, and make a really grand latte or plain shot.

The Francis Francis X5 gets 18 bars and has consistent 1/4 inche to 1/2 inch creme per shot.

I think getting a machine for home use that depends on pods is really limiting--it puts the customer at the mercy of the company to continue making those pods and keeping them at an affordable price. They will, eventually, either become much more expensive or become obsolete. So I would really, really suggest getting a machine that can also handle grounds, so you can use the machine for much longer, and reduce the cost of your coffee consumption instead of having the cost determined by one single company.
..just my two cents...:)