CoOptVal 20-Bar Espresso Machine & Coffee Machine – Compatible with Nespresso, Keurig K Cup – Hot & Cold Brew, Milk Frother, Stainless Steel – 10 oz Espresso Cup - Latte Machine & Cappuccino Machine

I’ve been using this machine for a couple of days now, and here’s my honest take: Pros: 1.It’s amazing in terms of capsule compatibility. It truly works with multiple capsule types, and it performs especially well with Nespresso Original and ESE pods. For espresso lovers, this is a big win. 2.It’s super easy to use and clean. Just turn it on, select the water level, and it starts brewing. Cleaning is also straightforward—great for everyday use. Cons: 1.If you’re looking for a truly professional-level espresso machine, you might want to consider a Breville with a 58mm portafilter. This machine is more for convenience and versatility than hardcore barista performance. 2.Not ideal for K-Cup users who prefer large mugs. This machine is better suited for espresso cups rather than big travel mugs. Summary: If you’re mainly into espresso and want something compact, easy, and compatible with different capsule types, this is a great value. Not for everyone, but perfect for the right kind of coffee drinker.

CoOptVal Customer Support stinks. Though we felt the product was decent, we had the K Cup brew holder break. The unit was less than a year old and we felt getting a replacement would be easy. I contacted the seller reporting the breakage and asked how to procure a replacement K Cup brewer holder as it is no longer useable. The request was managed by Amazon support who advised me to wait 2 days for a response and to get back if not response was received. No response was received. I waited and then sent a second request thru Amazon to the seller. Again, no response was received. Seems as if once they have your money, they disappear. Pretty shoddy. Lastly, I was disappointed that Amazon didn't write anything. I am totally fed up. I bought a new Ninja unit and thru the CoOptVal away.

Update (2025-02-01): It has been working well so far, as expected. I use it multiple times a day... once or twice with ground coffee and also with ESE pods and also with an empty porta-filter to make hot water for tea. It heats up and dispenses the water fast enough. First Impressions (2025-01-05): The initial impressions are mostly positive with “room for improvement” and “wish list” comments. I was looking for an espresso machine with multiple porta-filters (for ground coffee, K-cups, Nespresso cups, ESE pods), after the K-cup section of my Instant Duo (K-cup and Nespresso) failed after 2 years, and this is the only one that I could find so far. I ordered this machine with some hesitation given that the listing did not have any comments as of early Jan. 2025. . After unpacking it, initial flushing, making a few cups of hot water and coffee with various porta filters these are my impressions: Positive - Good packing. Easy to unpack. - Instructions are understandable but could be better. - Good looking unit. Compact size. -Water tank about 1.1 liters is large enough. - Multiple porta filters for ground coffee, ESE pods, Nespresso cups, K-Cups, and other types. - Easy to understand and operate. - Multiple water amount dispensing options. - Hot and cold water brew options - Easy to start and stop the water flow. - Reasonably fast. Coffee tasting experience I am not an espresso expert. I am looking for simplicity and a “good enough” coffee cup. So far, all the cups of coffee made with this machine (3 days later) have been quite good (to me)… I’ve used: Pilon Gourmet ground coffee, Lavazza ESE pods, Peet’s Nespresso cups, and Starbucks French Roast K-cups. Room for Improvement - Several parts are made of shinny plastic instead of stainless steel. My concern is that they could be prone to chipping, scratching or breaking from day-to-day use. I would have preferred them to be made of stainless steel as the rest of the body. - Water amount dispensed: While having multiple settings is positive, the number of green light indicators is 7, and there are no indications in milliliters or ounces in the machine (or the manual) about the amount of water dispensed at each setting. So, the user needs to measure the water amount dispensed per each green bar and remember it. I measured it using Pyrex measuring cups, with an empty filter and got the following results: 1 green bar… 75 ml about 2 fluid Oz. 2 green bars…125 ml about 4 Oz 3 green bars…150 ml about 5 Oz 4 green bars…175 ml about 6 Oz 5 green bars…225 ml about 7.6 Oz 6 green bars…250 ml about 8 Oz 7 green bars…275 ml about 9.2 Oz - When using the K-Cup porta filter, the maximum coffee cup height is about 7 cm (2.75”). This is mentioned in the product description, so it was expected. If the cover plate is removed to use a taller cup, getting the cup in-and-out needs to be done at an angle and carefully. The design could be updated to accommodate taller coffee cups (8, 10, 12 oz) if it had a removable drip-water tray as other designs (i.e. Keurig’s, Instant Duo). I found a workaround using a Pyrex 8 oz (250 ml) measuring cup which is wide but not too tall, as shown in one picture. Simplicity and ease of use: - ESE pods (1st). (Best) - Nespresso cups (2nd) - K-cups (3rd due to cut size limitations). - Ground coffee (4th): Most steps, time consuming and messy. Best suited for this machine: ESE pods, Ground coffee, Nespresso cups. Best experience so far: ESE pods. It’s the easiest, and there are no coffee grounds at the bottom of my coffee cup when I finish it.

I’ve been using this espresso machine for a week now, and I think it’s a solid choice for anyone who wants a versatile coffee maker that works with multiple capsule types like Nespresso, Dolce Gusto, and K-Cups. It’s a great option if you’re looking for something compact and lightweight that doesn’t take up too much counter space. The machine is easy to use once you get the hang of it, but I’d recommend reaching out to the seller if you have any questions or need a clearer manual—they’re super responsive and helpful. While the exterior is mostly plastic, it still looks sleek, and I appreciate how light and portable it is compared to other machines. What really sold me is the convenience. Instead of buying separate machines for espresso and capsules, this one does it all at a reasonable price. It’s perfect for casual coffee lovers or beginners who want to experiment with different brewing styles. Just keep in mind, if you’re expecting a full-on professional espresso machine, this might not fully meet those expectations, but for me, it’s been a great addition to my kitchen!

For someone who has never made an espresso in her life, there are no directions on how to use which porter filler for which drink I am almost ready to send it back because I have no clue on what to do with it not happy

Works OK; however, it says can make Keurig-type coffee, but the attachment sits down so far you cannot get a cup under it, not even by removing the strainer on the base. Does ok for making ground coffee

if you use this for k-cups, it won't fit your mug. Check other reviews. The space left to put a mug when you're using the kcup adapter is very very small, not even a normal mug will fit. And if you're able angle it and make it sit, once you brew the coffee and ypu try to take it out it will spill. Also the plastic taste never went away after running it multiple times. I returned this item.