Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto Single Serve Coffee Maker Review

Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee maker looks like... well it actually looks different. It is unique in every way from other single serve coffee makers on the market.

How did that happen?

The unique styling and design is a work of Nescafe and Krups designers and engineers. When you look at it, you can see some of Nespresso features and unique design from Krups.

Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto Key Features

The first and for many users most important part of a new coffee maker is the instruction manual that comes with it which is well designed and easy to follow.

The machine comes with tall glass for latte drinks and a cup and saucer for espresso and other coffee beverages. In addition, you also get the sampler pack for additional drinks you can also make.

We found out that the controls, capsule insertion, and other features are very easy to use and clean if needed from time to time.

The machine is much safer as the European version as it has an auto-off feature. That is also very eco friendly feature as it saves some electricity.

The first disadvantage of the Krups Dolce Gusto coffee machine has to be the water reservoir. It is round shaped and not handy when it comes the time to refill the water. But it turned out, that it was one small inconvenience that is easily forgotten with the superior brewing technology.

Key Features of Nescafe Dolce Gusto Coffee Machine

»coffeehouse« 15-bar pressure system that is similar to Starbucks or other coffee houses
KRUPS Thermoblock technology heats the water in less than one minute
Capsule holder can be washed in dishwasher
Capsule bin is not dishwasher safe
No pre heating and no waiting because of Aluminum Thermoblock
Removable water tank
Height adjustable drip tray - dishwasher safe
»stand out« stylish and sleek design
Custom Control Lever, combined with airtight capsules, makes for very fresh and perfectly extracted espresso and coffees
Smart coffee capsules feature Arabica roast and ground coffee
Ability to dial up or down the amount of milk or espresso in each beverage

Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto single serve coffee maker really has many wonderful features that make coffee preparation pleasant experience.

The Dolce Gusto capsule range includes Caffe Americano, Lungo, Mocha, Espresso, Chococino, Cappuccino as well as variations such as Cappuccino Skinny and Cappuccino Ice.

Drinks available for the Krups Nescafe Dolce Gusto Single Serve Coffee Maker:

Cappuccino - a two disc drink
Cafe Lungo - smooth cup of single serve coffee
Cafe Lungo Mild - it's a bit more mild
Espresso - excellent Nespresso like flavor
Cafe Lungo Decafe
Cappuccino Ice - Decent iced drink
Chocococino - hot chocolate
Latte Macchiato - a two disc drink

Now a warning: You can not use your own coffee in the Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee maker!

The Krups Dolce Gusto machine uses its own delivery system for the beverages it produces. It is not compatible with Keurig K cups or Tassimo T discs. So, if you want to brew your coffee, you may check out Keurig or other coffee pod machine.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Heats up quickly
Superb beverages
Easy insertion of the smart capsules
Easy to use controls are made out of high quality metal
Cold and hot water brewing option for all drinks
Solid milk flavor and taste in all milk based drinks

Cons
Water reservoir is harder to fill
Bin for used smart coffee capsules can get messy and full quickly
Limited amount of coffee flavors and blends available in local coffee houses, more online
No water filter in the reservoir

Final words

The Krups Dolce Gusto coffee maker is a great single serve coffee maker.

It is worth the money you pay for it. We found the drinks to be right on par with one you could purchase at Starbucks. The Dolce Gusto Single Serve Coffee Maker really makes you feel like a barista.

I was professional barista so I like the lever at the top that controls the temperature of the water. If it goes right you get cold water, left you get hot water.

You then push it back to the middle to stop the flow. Man, I love it. I like to be in charge and brew the coffee the way i like it. This coffee machine allows me just that.

The Nescafe Dolce Gusto is in our oppinion worth extra money you pay for it. We do recomend it.