Nespresso CitiZ Automatic Espresso Maker

by Nespresso

Product Features

• Single-serve automatic espresso maker for use with coffee-filled capsules
• Espresso and lungo buttons; automatic and programmable volume control
• 19-bar pump; energy-saving mode; 1-liter removable water tank
• Used-capsule container; removable drip tray; folding cup support
• Measures 14-3/5 by 5 by 11 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 15.6 x 15.2 x 15 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B002NGNHAY
• Item model number: C110-US-RE-NE
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,832 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #84 in Kitchen & Dining > Coffee, Tea & Espresso Appliances > Espresso Machines

Product Description

Color: Fire-Engine Red

Amazon.com Product Description

Combining an ultra-urban, retro-modern design with exceptionally practical, user-friendly functionality, this automatic espresso maker not only functions as a beautiful accent piece to any kitchen counter, but it also brews up soothing, cafe-style coffee drinks quickly and easily. The single-serve machine features a unique extraction system designed specifically for coffee-filled capsules, which means perfect espresso every time. The appliance perforates the hermetically sealed capsule and soaks all the ground coffee to optimally filter the coffee, while its high-pressure 19-bar pump extracts all the aromas and gives body to the espresso, ensuring a thick golden crema--the delicious creamy layer on top. To begin, simply flip the power switch to "on", place a cup under the coffee outlet, open the lever, insert a capsule and close the lever, then press the Espresso or Lungo button. The flow of coffee depends on the coffee variety selected, and up to 11 used capsules collect in the capsule container for later disposal. The espresso maker also provides automatic and programmable volume control, an energy-saving mode, automatic flow stop, and automatic pump refilling. Other thoughtful design details include a removable 1-liter water tank, a removable drip tray, and folding cup support (one position for a cup and one position for a macchiato glass). With its small footprint, the 1260-watt espresso maker measures 14-3/5 by 5 by 11 inches.

Product Description

Inspired by urban style, CITIZ will please both amateurs of Nespresso coffee and lovers of modern design. Due to its small size, CITIZ will fit into any interior setting and will be just as elegant in a living room as in a kitchen. Automatic flow stop Automatic pump refilling Power save mode Programmable buttons for Espresso and Lungo Mini brewing unit 34-ounce/1 L water tank Easy to remove drip tray Folding cup support Capsule container Dimensions: 5 by 11 by 14-3/5-inch/ 13 by 27-2/3 by 37-1/5 cm (W by H by D)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

69 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars As much art as function - Nespresso Citiz White Espresso Maker D 110 CW, December 27, 2009

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M. Urioste (Philadelphia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nespresso CitiZ Automatic Espresso Maker (Kitchen)

I have experienced a holiday 2009 embarrassment of riches. I purchased a DeLonghi EC155 espresso machine as a gift for my wife after much research and we have used it for for 2 days with much pleasure. As a total surprise, we received a Nespresso D110 as a family gift during a party, and we could not refuse it. It will be interesting to compare the $83 DeLonghi (with another $20 rebate in the mail) to, if I have the price right on Amazon, a $279.00 Nespresso D110.

First of all, the Nespresso D110 is really beautiful--as much a work of art as a functional machine. The "winter white" is more of a cream color and the machine itself reminds me of an art deco juke box from the 1950s, if that makes any sense. It is very slim and looks beautiful on the counter top. The DeLonghi is much more utilitarian, with obviously less expensive materials (again, the price difference makes sense). If I use a PC analogy, the D110 is a Mac (elegant, incredibly simple to use, and expensive). Just as there are vocal supporters of MacWorld--I think the Nespresso D110 will have equally vocal supporters if you can justify the price...or better yet, receive as a gift :)!

Initial impressions: it took about an hour and several tries on the DeLonghi EC155 to get the proportions right for a nice espresso with the ESE pods. With the Nespresso D110, it literally took about 5 minutes--and 3 minutes of that was reading the directions. 1-button operation. The crema on the espressos we produced from the Nespresso capsules were better the first time than we have been able to produce from the DeLonghi after several iterations.

My biggest complaint: the Nespresso machine does not have a milk frother whereas the DeLonghi EC155 does. Though I am not a designer, because the design is pump driven--it seems like having a frother would have been relatively easy and could have been incorporated with the elegant D110 design without altering its sleek appearance. Finally, a quick Amazon search tells me that the capsules that are to be used with the Nespresso line are proprietary, so there is not the competition like there is with the ESE pods used by other machines. A quick perusal tells me that the capsules are over $0.60 each, in bulk, while ESE pods can be found for closer to $0.40 online. The lack of frother and the proprietary capsules needed have me taking away 1-star.

Finally, this espresso machine is beautiful, elegant, very quick (you can crank out multiple espressos for a gathering quickly), produces excellent crema, has a small footprint, and is extremely easy to use. You pay a price for all of this and will continue to do so with the proprietary capsules. Again, the PC vs. Mac analogy is a good one.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably Fantastic!, January 16, 2010

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A Thinking Person (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nespresso CitiZ Automatic Espresso Maker (Kitchen)

I would not have thought I would be alive long enough to see a "Jetsons" reality. (I guess Raymond Kurzweil was right when he said technology will grow exponentially) This is truly a futuristic dream come true. The Nespresso produced coffee is the best. Perfectly intense without bitterness. I cannot imagine how someone could invent something so easy to use without compromising even a fraction of quality.

I purchased the bundle, Citiz and Aeroccino Frother and together they make an incredible latte.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the coffee making newbie and those afraid of traditional espresso machines, April 22, 2010

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TCL (Guilford, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nespresso CitiZ Automatic Espresso Maker (Kitchen)

I bought this machine as an x'mas present for my mother who loves her coffee but is afraid of the steam from traditional espresso machines, hates the hassle of French Press, and dislikes drip coffee.

This product was an instant hit. Just switch the machine on, run it through once to rinse the machine & heat up the cup, then insert the capsule and press for a tasty cuppa. Repeat for a second cup. So simple a four year old did it too.

Added benefit is that this particular machine has a slim footprint and the water tank holds enough water for quite a few cups so the machine itself can be placed wherever you would like your coffee. So far the machine has been 1. in the kitchen, 2. upstairs in her bedroom on Sundays for a luxurious breakfast in bed 3. out tailgating plugged into the car inverter 4. in various hotel rooms during her spring roadtrips.

The folding cup tray, enables you to use either a cup or mug directly under the spout.

The CONs of this product are:

1 pod makes 1 Nespresso Cup = 4oz = 1/2 US Mug.

A mug of coffee requires 2 pods.

(An espresso shot is standard and is 1oz - 1.5oz. The above 4oz refers to the "coffee"'/long-shot option)

No frother attachment. Milk has to be heated and frothed separately.

Addictive: this machine is so quick and simple to use that my mother has actually increased her daily coffee consumption.

Highly recommended for those who want to but cannot make a decent cup of coffee for any reason.

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