U is designed for YOU to personalize; cream color is sharp-looking
Comparing this new model to the other machines in the Nespresso lineup, it is obvious that the U was designed for you. It is marvelously and amazingly designed and quality-crafted; a fine little machine that works with expertly-crafted coffee blends to provide you with an amazingly wonderful coffee experience.
This particular model offers a milk frother alongside the coffee maker--and that is a real plus. The Aeroccino milk frother is also available for sale on its own, so this duo provides real value.
REGARDING THE CREAM COLOR: I have the U in the Pure Black color. (I received the U machine through the Amazon Vine review program.) I have a CitiZ in a cream color and that "cream" color is a bit more yellow than the one offered here, (and I don't think the CitiZ is even offered for sale in that color anymore). But for all intents and purposes the cream colors are similar enough. My experience will tell you to go with the cream color if you can--it doesn't...
Nespresso U
I have had my Nespresso U for approximately two weeks now. I know at least three other owners who rave about theirs. We all have different machines. I also own a Keurig B170 which is great for filter coffee and hot water for tea. But back to the Nespresso U.
This is a very easy to use machine, well designed and fits into my small kitchen perfectly. Capsules are easy to use and can be recycled. You might think at $0.60 they are a tad spendy but if you compare them to Starbucks new machine capsules they are not and there is more variety. I got the bundle so I have the milk frother, love it!! Fabulous for coffee and hot chocolate.
What about the capsules you might ask. Well you cannot buy them in any store so you don't, you get them at a boutique - very few in N America - or online which my guess is where most owners purchase theirs. I ordered some capsules on Friday morning with 2 day delivery so was kind of expecting a Monday delivery but no, I received them...
If time is money - then Nespresso is worth the extra cost
Is this the best Espresso ever? No. That was at the Chelsea Market in Manhattan. Amazing! But a trip to New York is to expensive and time consuming for me every morning. So Nespresso is a fair trade off.
The espresso is good, fast, consistent and leaves little mess.
Most people order the pods online. I happen to live near one of the few (I think only 4) Nespresso boutiques in the country so I stock up there. The boutique is on ritzy Newbury street in Boston and is very posh and even has a doorman. I'm not kidding - there is a guy whos job it is just to stand there and open the door for me when I come in to buy capsules. They gave me a leather RFID keychain that I tap on the counter when I make a purchase so they can keep track of my purchases.
The boutique is nice for a few reasons. First off - you don't have to pay postage on your order. Second - you get access to new flavors before anyone. Third - free samples. Fourth - its a fun shopping experience...
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