Simplify your morning coffee with pod machines under $250
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Buying a coffee machine can be a bit of an investment, but it'll save you a lot of money when it comes to weekly budgeting.
The invention of the coffee pod machine means the process of getting coffee in your hands has never been quicker, and you can still enjoy a fancy barista-style coffee.
Pod machines are also often the most affordable coffee machine, so for this list, we've found the options that'll cost you less than $250 – the price of 50 cappuccinos.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
Nespresso Vertuo Pop Solo
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Price: $229
Available in six colours, the Vertuo Pop Solo heats up within 30 seconds to get your caffeine fix faster. It makes your espresso in six sizes, from a 25mL Ristretto to a 355mL cold brew. You can also use it in Expert Mode – just double tap the coffee button and the machine will perform a more concentrated coffee extraction for a fuller flavour.
De'Longhi Nespresso CitiZ Coffee Maker
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Price: $213 (was $369)
This De'Longhi machine is loved worldwide, having won a Red Dot award for product design. Not only is it user-friendly, it'll take up very little space in your kitchen, and look good while doing it. It features the classic two-button design, so you can choose between a small or large shot, and a folding cup tray so you don't have to worry about cup size.L'OR Barista Sublime Compact Coffee Machine
L'or Barista Sublime Compact Coffee Machine
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Price: $89.99
What's better than one coffee? Two coffees! This double machine from L'or can brew two espressos in one go, or give you a double shot in one cup – ideal for a household of a few people. It's also one sleek-looking machine, with gold-toned accents to the overall black finish.
De'Longhi Nespresso Vertuo Pop
Price: $149 (was $229)
This De'Longhi and Nespresso collaboration has a cute and bright design that will bring a pop of colour to the kitchen. With four cup sizes to choose from, you can make an espresso, a double espresso, a lungo or a mug of coffee. This one is ideal for someone who likes to try different strengths and sizes when it comes to their daily brew. Buy yours today to secure a 35 per cent discount.
De'Longhi Nespresso Essenza Mini
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Price: From $144
Weighing just 2.3kg, the Essenza Mini Solo has a 19 bar pressure system for perfect brewing and customising coffee – you can choose from an espresso (40mL), or lungo (110mL), which you can add milk and sugar to as you please. Compatible with Nespresso pods, you can choose the strength you desire to give you that morning caffeine kick.
Breville Nespresso Essenza Mini Solo Coffee Machine
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Price: $159 (was $219)
Super-compact, this is a great pod machine for a smaller kitchen, or for someone who wants to take it with them while camping, boating, or holidaying in almost any form – not sure this one will travel well on a plane. Compatible with a range of pods, and only taking 25 seconds to heat up, you can guarantee a quick and delicious coffee with this model from Breville.
Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Coffee Capsule Machine
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Price: $109.90 (was $119)
The Jolie Coffee Capsule Machine can hold up to five pods, and will eject them automatically when it's time to empty the pod drawer. It also features a back-lit button to stop the flow of coffee, so you can easily control the amount you want.
Be sure to grab a milk frother too!
While these are excellent coffee machines, they don't have milk-frothing functions. Here are some affordable frothers you can grab to go with your coffee maker.
Nespresso Barista Milk Frother
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Leaf & Bean Electric Milk Frother
Leaf and Bean
FrothBlast Handheld Milk Frother
FrotherBlast
Bialetti Tuttocrema Milk Frother
Bialetti
