Aldi's cult $78 coffee machine takes top prize: 'Better than Nespresso'

Aussies love a good coffee, and it seems many are skipping the café queue and making their brew at home with Aldi’s award-winning Expressi Coffee Capsule Machine. At just $78.99, this little powerhouse has officially taken the crown in Canstar Blue’s Most Satisfied Customer Awards for Coffee Pod Machines.

While the affordable grocery chain has long been praised for its wallet-friendly versions of higher-priced home gadgets, it's the first time Aldi has snagged this caffeinated top spot. In fact, it beat out heavy-weight brands like Nespresso and De’Longhi in the process.

Megan Doyle, CEO of Canstar Blue, explained to Yahoo Lifestyle: "ALDI Expressi outperformed the competition across a number of different categories, including value for money and ease of use, a key factor in customer satisfaction.”

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But what's the secret behind its success? Sure, the price is unbeatable, but there's more to this machine than just savings. According to Canstar Blue’s data, Aldi's Expressi was the only machine to score a perfect five stars in overall customer satisfaction.

Doyle noted, “While there’s no doubt that Australians do enjoy a trip to their local cafe, this year’s survey results showed there’s a steady focus from customers on coffee machines that can provide a consistently good coffee without any hassle at home.”

This win not only highlights the value and quality that customers enjoy from their morning brew but also reflects the growing preference for hassle-free, high-quality coffee experiences at home.

Aussies swear by Aldi's Expressi

The buzz around Aldi’s coffee machine isn’t just coming from industry experts though. Over in an Aldi Facebook group, where coffee opinions flow almost as freely as espresso, users have been raving about the Expressi machine.

One long-time fan shared, “I’ve had my machine for over five years and it’s still going strong—used every day!”

Another added, “I’m a bit fussy with coffee, but the machine and pods never disappoint. I love the variety of coffee, chai, and hot chocolate options.”

It’s not uncommon to find someone singing its praises online, with one enthusiastic post simply stating the machine is, “Bloody awesome!”

Praise from long-time users

The machine's durability is another selling point that’s been well-documented on social media. Many users have shared how their Aldi Expressi machines have lasted for years without any issues.

One member of the Facebook group mentioned, “I bought an Aldi machine years ago, and after giving it to my son, I bought a Nespresso machine—but I wish I’d stuck with Aldi. The coffee tastes so much better!”

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"We've been using Aldi machines for 9 years," another person chimed in.

While Aldi’s coffee range continues to win big—including a recent Gold win at the 2024 Golden Bean Awards for their Lazzio beans—this latest accolade cements the Expressi Coffee Capsule Machine as a go-to for anyone wanting café-quality coffee at home.

In a competitive market dominated by premium brands, the machine stands out for its balance of quality, performance, and affordability. For anyone still on the fence, it might be time to join the ranks of satisfied customers who swear by their daily Aldi brew.

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