Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker vs Nespresso Gran Lattissima

The verdict

Nespresso Gran Lattissima is the better buy on our scoring, 7.1 to Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker's 5.7. It leads on drink quality and running cost per cup.

Who each one suits

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker

Budget-conscious single-serve coffee drinkers who want K-Cup and ground coffee compatibility in a compact machine

Scores higher on capsule system & choice, machine value for money.

Nespresso Gran Lattissima

A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee

Scores higher on drink quality, running cost per cup, ease of use & speed.

How they score, criterion by criterion

Both are scored the same way against the rest of their category, from what their makers publish. The weight is how much each criterion moves the total. How the score works

CriterionWeightFamiworths Single Serve Coffee MakerNespresso Gran Lattissima
Drink Quality18%5.39.3
Capsule System & Choice16%10.08.5
Running Cost Per Cup16%5.56.5
Ease of Use & Speed12%6.08.5
Build Quality & Reliability12%4.56.0
Waste & Disposal10%3.08.0
Machine Value for Money8%5.02.4
Maintenance & Cleaning8%3.15.0

What each one costs

PriceNot publicly stated$479

Where they differ

Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee MakerNespresso Gran Lattissima
Price—$479
Best forBudget-conscious single-serve coffee drinkers who want K-Cup and ground coffee compatibility in a compact machineA household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee
What sets it apartOffers both K-Cup pod and reusable ground coffee basket brewing in a compact body with a bold brew mode and descaling reminder, at a budget price point.Nine one-touch milk recipes from an integrated fresh milk carafe, the widest milk menu in the category
Compared withKeurig K-Mini, Hamilton Beach FlexBrew, BLACK+DECKER Single Serve—
Auto Shutoff—✓
Fits—Nespresso Original
Capsule MaterialPlastic, a #5 plastic cupAluminium
Capsule Systemcompatible with K-Cup podsNespresso Original line capsules
Colour OptionsClassic BlackBlack, White
Cost per capsule1.040.90
Descaling Required✓—
Dimensions142 D x 208 W x 305 H mm—
Drink Sizes6, 8, 10, 12, 14 oz9 one-touch recipes, foamed and flat milk
Milk Frother TypeNoneAutomatic integrated milk jug
Milk SystemNoneIntegrated automatic milk jug, 16 fl oz
Power1000 W1400 W
Proprietary CapsulesNoThe format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules
Take-back scheme—Nespresso mail-back: free recycling bags, returned at a UPS drop-off point or a Nespresso boutique
Warranty—2 years
Water Tank0.41 L—
Weight1.18 kg—

Pros and cons

From each full review, written from the same published facts as the scores above.

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker
  • +Takes K-Cups or a reusable capsule, so it is not locked to pods
  • +Five sizes from 6 to 14oz, at 1.18kg and 1000W
  • +Small enough to sit where a kettle would
  • −A 0.41 litre tank, refilled roughly every three cups
  • −Descaling is required and there is no automatic programme
  • −No price and no warranty term published
Full Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker review →
Nespresso Gran Lattissima
  • +Nine one-touch recipes with foamed and flat milk, the widest milk menu in this category
  • +An integrated fresh milk carafe, one touch and dishwasher safe
  • +A two-year warranty, and Original line so capsules are not locked to one supplier
  • −$479, the most expensive machine here by $129
  • −No tank size or weight is published
  • −1400W and descaling is required
Full Nespresso Gran Lattissima review →

Every specification, side by side

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee MakerNespresso Gran Lattissima
Price
Price—$479
Who it suits
Best forBudget-conscious single-serve coffee drinkers who want K-Cup and ground coffee compatibility in a compact machineA household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee
What sets it apartOffers both K-Cup pod and reusable ground coffee basket brewing in a compact body with a bold brew mode and descaling reminder, at a budget price point.Nine one-touch milk recipes from an integrated fresh milk carafe, the widest milk menu in the category
Compared withKeurig K-Mini, Hamilton Beach FlexBrew, BLACK+DECKER Single Serve—
Specifications
Auto Shutoff—✓
Fits—Nespresso Original
Capsule MaterialPlastic, a #5 plastic cupAluminium
Capsule Systemcompatible with K-Cup podsNespresso Original line capsules
Colour OptionsClassic BlackBlack, White
Cost per capsule1.040.90
Descaling Required✓—
Dimensions142 D x 208 W x 305 H mm—
Drink Sizes6, 8, 10, 12, 14 oz9 one-touch recipes, foamed and flat milk
Milk Frother TypeNoneAutomatic integrated milk jug
Milk SystemNoneIntegrated automatic milk jug, 16 fl oz
Power1000 W1400 W
Proprietary CapsulesNoThe format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules
Take-back scheme—Nespresso mail-back: free recycling bags, returned at a UPS drop-off point or a Nespresso boutique
Reusable Capsule Available✓✓
Ships toUSUS
Ships to NoteConfirmed on Amazon US, which is where this link points. Availability in other Amazon stores has not been checked, and a regional store may substitute a different product.Confirmed on Amazon US, which is where this link points. Availability in other Amazon stores has not been checked, and a regional store may substitute a different product.
Third Party Capsules Available✓✓
Warranty—2 years
Water Tank0.41 L—
Weight1.18 kg—

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker vs Nespresso Gran Lattissima: common questions

Which is better, Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker or Nespresso Gran Lattissima?

Nespresso Gran Lattissima scores 7.1 against 5.7, both computed from published specifications rather than opinion. Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker is still ahead on capsule system & choice.

Is Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker or Nespresso Gran Lattissima cheaper?

Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker starts at Not publicly stated, and Nespresso Gran Lattissima at $479.

Who is Famiworths Single Serve Coffee Maker for?

Budget-conscious single-serve coffee drinkers who want K-Cup and ground coffee compatibility in a compact machine

Who is Nespresso Gran Lattissima for?

A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee

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