7 Coffee Capsule Machines That'll Upgrade Your Iced Coffee Game At Home

Café-hopping will always be fun, but on busier days, you might be looking for a way to make a cup of brew that's as close to cafe-quality as you can get in the quickest way possible. The art of coffee brewing is intricate and quite time-consuming to learn, but if you're a casual coffee drinker, perhaps all you need is a coffee capsule machine.

Coffee capsules are single-serve pods that contain a pre-measured portion of coffee grounds, eliminating the need to measure out and grind your own beans. Sometimes these capsules contain just black espresso for you to build your own coffee concoction or a flavored mix for a quick and easy latte fix. And because they're single-serve, coffee capsules are perfect for independent girlies who live alone—no need to worry about where to store leftover brew. You can also have a variety of capsules on hand, and have guests or housemates make their own preferred drink.

To use a coffee capsule, you’ll need a coffee capsule machine. Using these machines is easy: just pop in a capsule in the machine's holder, fill the reservoir with the appropriate amount of water, press start, and wait for your cuppa. 

Looking to invest in your own coffee capsule machine? We're making the search easier with this list of reliable models that can fit every budget and need.

When it comes to coffee capsule machines, the one most likely to come to mind first is a Nespresso. Nespresso has a varied line of coffee capsule machines, so choosing one can get overwhelming. For first-timers, we recommend choosing a machine from the classic Vertuo line like the Vertuo Pop, which is their smallest model.

Though quite compact compared to other Vertuo machines, the Vertuo Pop still packs a punch. This machine is able to make five coffee sizes from a small Ristretto (approximately 25mL) to a medium Mug (approximately 355mL). Its water tank can hold up to 600mL of water, and its heat-up time is 30 seconds, so you can quickly have your brew whenever you want. This cute-sized coffee machine also comes in eight colors, so you can choose the perfect one that matches the aesthetic of your kitchen.

Do you absolutely need to have a coffee capsule machine right this instant? Dowell is your bet—the trusted appliance brand is not only available online with official stores on Shopee and Lazada (make sure to take advantage of vouchers!), but you can get the Dowell Espresso Multi-Capsule Machine CCM-070S at most appliance stores and department stores in the Metro, too.

The CCM-070S comes with 2 capsule adaptors for large and small sizes so you can fit most coffee capsules, and even an adaptor for fresh coffee grounds for when you have beans on hand.  You also have two cup sizes to choose from and a 700mL water tank. Other features include an empty water indicator, 40-seconds preheating time, and auto shut-off after being idle for 10 minutes. Plus, this also comes in a sleek black design, perfect for the minimalist kitchen.

It also comes with an adaptor for fresh coffee grounds and loose leaf tea so you can have a wide menu of drinks for your house guests—or just for yourself. This machine also comes with a powerful 20-bar extraction so you can be sure you get the most out of every coffee capsule. Other features include precise water-level adjustment with seven steps (maximum of 330mL), a water tank that can hold up to 600mL, temperature setting for hot drinks, and a cold mode for iced drinks. You can get the HiBrew 6-in-One Capsule Coffee Machine in a pretty neutral beige or a sleek black.

Xiaomi’s iteration of the coffee capsule machine, the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine, is compact and minimalist—its clean white design fits even the smallest coffee counters and a zen Japanese aesthetic. Don’t let its small size fool you as the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine packs a lot of features for its size and budget-friendly price.

This machine is compatible with most coffee capsules including Nespresso, and extracts coffee at one touch of a button, making it newbie-friendly. You also have three sizes to choose from—40mL, 110mL, and 180mL—so you can make all kinds of coffee recipes. Other features of the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine are a 600mL water tank, a 20bar solenoid pump for powerful coffee extraction, an adjustable cup-holder height to fit all kinds of mugs, and auto shut-down after 10 minutes.

The macgine's customizable cup-volume scale, which runs from 50mL to 300mL, also tells you exactly how long it'll take for your coffee to brew—a feature you'll appreciate if you like taking control of your time to the precise second. Four adaptors mean you can use almost all sizes of coffee capsules; there's an adaptor for ground coffee, too. Other features include a one-button switch from hot to cold drinks, a 19bar coffee-extraction pump, and a water tank capacity of 600mL. Plus, their website offers free shipping!

But that doesn't mean this cute-sized machine isn't packed with features: Simplus' coffee capsule machine comes with a 20-bar high pressure pump for powerful coffee extraction, a rapid preheat time of 30 seconds, and low-noise extraction, perfect for slow, quiet mornings. It also has two size presets—40mL and 100mL—but you can also customize the volume of your drink from 30mL to 200mL. The coffee capsule machine's cup holder is adjustable, too, so you can use your favorite mug easily. Other features include a detachable 600mL water tank, a pull-out capsule bin that can hold up to six used capsules, and auto shut-off after five minutes. This machine is also compatible with Nespresso capsules, and any capsules of a similar size. 

B Coffee Machines are the perfect starter coffee capsule machine because they’re relatively more affordable compared to other coffee-capsule machines in the market. This machine features a 700mL water tank, 20-bar pressure for coffee extraction, a 15-second heat-up time as well as an auto power-off system and anti-overheating protection.

The Freshman Machine comes pre-programmed with three different coffee sizes—a Ristretto (25mL), an Espresso (40mL), and an Lungo (110mL)—but is also programmable, which means that you can adjust the quantity depending on what size of drink you want. The detachable water tank has a 700mL capacity, and the heat-up time is 15 seconds, perfect for that quick cuppa before you start your day. You don’t have to worry about your used capsules, too, as this machine can hold up to 15 used capsules before you have to empty it out.

While the Freshman Machine is compatible with Nespresso Capsules, B Coffee Machine also offers their own B Coffee Capsules with eight variants for you to try: from a Columba Americano to a Dulce Caramel Macchiato. Plus, the Freshman Machine comes in a hot Pink, perfect for your Barbie or Elle Woods dreams.