Nespresso D290 Reviews

2010-06-10T11:45:00.000-07:00

The new Nespresso D290 is the first espresso machine in the line of automatic capsule ejection, programmable automatic brewing and even automatic frothing or steaming milk for your cappuccino or latte function. Nespresso has developed a unique extraction system specially adapted to capsules. It controls every vital setting when preparing a perfect espresso. Modeled after the popular C190 series, the D290 adds even more function to follow this seductive form. The D290 series is designed to be used exclusively with the Nespresso hermetically sealed capsule containing a precise amount of freshly roasted and ground coffee. Nespresso machines have been designed with renowned partners and designers, and bring out the taste and aromas of coffee by combining quality of design with ease of use. The aroma and flavor are protected until you are ready to brew. With 9 premium coffee blends available, you are sure to find a perfect match for your palette. The single serve capsule system is extremely easy to use. Brew one espresso, cappuccino or latte at a time. The machine deploys technology essential for preparing an outstanding Espresso, and is exceptionally easy to use: Automatic control of the amount of coffee in the cup. Eliminate the hassle and confusion of the grinding, cutting, scooping out your coffee as you would with traditional espresso machines. A simple system which perforates the capsule and soaks all the ground coffee to optimally filter the coffee.

Nespresso D290 Review : Highly recommended for those focused on great espresso. Great taste, never bitter, easy to use and clean. Great customer service. The D290 sets the standard for great, easy, semi-automatic espresso at very low prices. High quality, great support, and over a dozen bean varieties. If you want an invigorating experience - Get it!

Key Features

High 19 bars pressure pump
Includes an assortment of 12 capsules
Automatic control of the amount of coffee in the cup
Electronic temperature regulation
Automatic ejection of used capsules
Dimensions 14 x 12.2 x 8.7 inches and 14.6 pounds

Improvements in the D290:

Easier to fill water vessel. The new vessel is round, holds 40 oz. of water, and fits very easily into the unit. One cannot miss.
Automatic frothing unit. Though it's not quite as good as a professional might make, the froth is delicious and easy. Simply put the hose into a pitcher of milk, and the unit produces the hot froth in a cup.
Better crema. The crema produced is rich and thick, better than on any other unit. The process, requiring 19 bars of pressure, more than any other unit on the market, yields this added, delicious, benefit.
Hotter coffee. Yes, this unit makes a nice hot espresso. It's not coffee. It should not be 192 degrees on the palate.
Automatic pod disposal system. The system ejects the pods into a container that is emptied every eight cups or so. A light comes on to tell you when it needs to be done. This reduces the twisting and turning that looks more authentic but is more trouble than it is worth.