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Pod coffee makers allow you to add a capsule with ground or roast coffee beans into the machine. Then the coffee pours through for a specified amount of time to make your beverage.

Certain pod coffee machines come with various sizes of cups as well as frothing milk capabilities. The ideal pod machine for you will depend on your lifestyle and personal preferences.

1. Keurig K-Select

This machine is a great option if you're seeking an Keurig coffeemaker that doesn't have all the bells and whistles and features of more expensive models. It's simple to use, has a great design and is able to be tucked away in an area of the kitchen when it's not being used.

The machine is noisy but that's not a major issue. It is also fairly small and will fit on tiny counter spaces. If you're looking for a Keurig with a greater variety of sizes or a carafe to drip-brew your coffee, you may want to consider other alternatives.

The Keurig K-Select single serve coffee maker comes with a sleek design with more efficient features to help brew your perfect cup every time. Select from a wide selection of K-Cups and brew coffee with a My-K-Cup universal coffee filter (sold separate). Strong Brew increases the intensity and the strength of your coffee, making it a great choice for coffee enthusiasts who prefer strong cups.

The brewer has simple controls using buttons. Place the K-Cup, select your desired size of brew, and press brew. In less than a minute you'll have a fresh-tasting cup of coffee ready to drink. The large 52-ounce reservoir allows you to make up to five cups in between refills, easing your morning routine.

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

2. Tassimo My Way

If you're a coffee lover and are in search of a pod maker that can make more than just your daily cup of coffee This is the best coffee machines with pods option. It can make a variety of drinks, including tea and hot cocoa. The large 1.3-litre water tank lets multiple cups to be brewed at once. The machine can be warmed up in just three seconds, and also includes a milk container that allows you to make latte or a cappuccino. It also features an LCD that can be touched to let you to adjust the intensity, temperature and the volume of your beverage.

Tassimo My Way uses T Discs that are an assortment of ingredients can be used to make your drink. There are over 70 different varieties which include Kenco, Costa, Milka, and Cadbury's. The machine also has T discs for hot chocolate and tea as well.

The coffee made by this machine was of excellent quality, although slightly lower than the other machines we have reviewed. It also produced a creamy mouthfeel, and steam-cooked milk for a caffe lattes in a short time. It is important to know that the frothy T Disc milk has sugar in it, which, while not a major problem it might not be to everyone's liking.

Tassimo My Way's removable components, the drip tray and the water tank are dishwasher-safe. A Brita filter is included, as is an ice-cleaning disk. A handy indicator light will let you know when it's time to descale and the water reservoir helps keep limescale to an absolute minimum. The machine is classified as Energy Star, which helps reduce the amount of electricity it uses by up to 15%.

3. Lavazza Lungo Pod Machine

This Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine, designed in collaboration with Sage by Lavazza is one of the most appealing machines on the market. The machine is made of tough and attractive materials. It has a neat steam wand that can be adjusted to make cappuccinos or lattes, and a stainless-steel milk jug. Pop in a pod and select the size of your cup and the machine will whir into action, brewing espresso, double espresso, lungo, gran lungo, mug and alto drinks with a thick layer of silky froth.

As with most pod machines you load a pod via a hatch at the top of the machine, and then drop it into the. The machine punctures the capsule then seals it. When you press the lever the used pod will fall into a designated spent Pod tray underneath the drip tray.

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

One of the main selling points for this machine is that you can use it with any Lavazza brand pod Seven pods are available in total including ground roasted espresso (Qualita Rossa, Intenso, Passionale and Delizioso), two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso) and two organic coffees (!Tierra! Bio). The pod coffee machine is not inexpensive, but if you combine it with a pod delivery subscription the cost could be similar to an ordinary bean-to-cup machine. The machine's slim design means it can be fitted neatly into the smallest kitchens. Additionally, the pods themselves are compostable so you can pop them in your council food waste bins or own garden compost.

4. Nespresso Vertuo Pod Machine

Nespresso machines are among the top pod coffee makers for those who are looking for a fast steady, reliable, and consistent brew. They are quick to heat up and are simple to use. Simply insert a capsule and press a button, and you're good to go. They produce a rich, creamy crema that can be added to drinks for more flavor and thickness. They're not cheap, though they are expensive, and you need to purchase their official pods.

The Vertuo line utilizes a different technology than OriginalLine machines that use espresso capsules (and still exist). The Vertuo line reads the barcode of each capsule and automatically adjusts the brewing parameters to create the perfect cup. And they include a centrifusion system that spins the capsule in order to extract the most flavorful and most dense crema.

However that, the machines aren't as user-friendly as our other picks. The lid is only opened when the machine is ready, and it takes around 30 seconds for the capsule to get hot. The machine doesn't come with milk frothers as do other pod coffee makers on this list, meaning you'll have to shell out an additional PS90 or so to purchase an additional Aeroccino in order to make lattes and cappuccinos.

These machines also require more maintenance than other models, such as refilling the water tank and emptying used pod containers and descaling however they come with an app that reminds you to complete these tasks, and provides tools like capsule recyclers and store locators. If you connect your device with an IntelliPort you can control it via voice commands. This is ideal if you are making coffee at 4am in the dark or have a limited strength.

5. SMEG Barista pod and capsule coffee machines Machine

The sleek and stylish pod machine is the result of a lovechild between the adored Italian brand, and a renowned manufacturer of kitchen appliances. It features the modern, sleek curves SMEG are known for, and can make both lungo and espresso drinks. It comes with a programable setting for the shot, dual-height dripping trays, and pod bins that can be removed.

This coffee maker makes it simple to whip up one-shot or double-shot espresso in the morning, or to make a lungo in the break at work. Its easy-to-use control panel is sleek and doesn't distract from its function. It has three interchangeable baskets for different types of capsules. You can use loose-ground beans (although an additional grinder is required).

The SMEG Barista Pod Machine does not come with a milk pitcher. It does however have a Pannarello built-in milk frother that can froth cow and soymilk well. It also comes with a portafilter that measures 51mm, which is smaller than the typical commercial filter. It's also pressurized which is great because it eliminates that stale, leftover grind taste. It comes with a plastic tamper that can also be used as spoon.

The SMEG is the most expensive machine we've reviewed. However, it's well worth it if your style is retro or you enjoy making espresso drinks in a hurry. It's also a great choice if you're new to the world of coffee making and don't want to have to endure the hassle of grinding, measuring, and making your own coffee machines with pods.