Lavazza BLUE Classy Mini Single Serve Espresso Coffee Machine LB 300, 5.3" x 13" x 10.2" 2 Coffee selections: simple touch controls, 1 programmable free dose and 1 pre-set

I love, love, love this machine!! The Lavazza Classy Mini is a hidden gem. I can't imagine why it doesn't show up on every "Best Espresso Machine" list on the internet. I've had mine for nearly 8 months now and I can't reccomend it highly enough. In fact I love it so much I bought one for my sister for Christmas. It's dead simple to use and pulls a consistently excellent shot of espresso. In addition the price is quite affordable, both for the machine itself and for the pods. And there's a decent selection of Lavazza espresso pods available, from mild and balanced to the bold and dark. Most of the varieties come in two versions Standard and Double, which contains more coffee for pulling larger shots. My personal favorite is Cafe Crema, it's just so smooth and flavorful. Speaking of "crema" (that silky foam on top), this little machine produces a nice thick layer that rivals any I've had in a cafe. Overall it's an excellent machine. There are a few drawbacks though. For instance, after refilling the water tank, it can be a bit fiddly and hard to grip when putting it back in place (especially with damp fingers). And the lid has a tendency to pop off during this process. Also when programming your ideal shot size it must be done with a fresh espresso pod in the machine. Because it seems to just be recording the total time it takes to make the cup and it takes longer for the water to work itself through the dry coffe grounds than it does if they're already wet or there's no pod on the mache at all. So if you reuse a pod or don't insert one before programming you'll get a smaller than desired cup when you go to use it for real. One last minor complaint, there's no sensor to tell you when the used pod bin is full, instead the machine just alerts you every 5 brew cycles to empty the bin, but if there's a power outage it will lose count and you could end up with an overstuffed bin that's jammed in place by too many pods. One last thing, the pods only seem to come in packs of 100, which is a lot if you just want to try out a different variety. I think a small sampler pack with 2 to 4 of each variety would be good to help customers discover their favorites. PROS: Quick and simple operation Heats up and ready to brew in about 20 seconds Uses the recommended 9 bars of pressure for optimal extraction 2 Programable drink sizes Standard and double pod option Good selection of espresso styles available. Affordable price High quality product from one of Italy's top espresso brands Beautiful, classic Italian design CONS: Somewhat fiddly water tank No sensor on the waste bin Must be programmed with a fresh pod in place. Spout tends to drip for several seconds after brewing is complete Overall my recommendation is to buy this machine if you love a good cup of espresso. You won't be disappointed.

This Lavazza Espresso machine is a game-changer for coffee lovers! Its slim design fits perfectly in any kitchen, and it’s incredibly easy to use. The machine consistently delivers rich, flavorful shots of espresso. I love the compact size, which doesn’t take up too much counter space but still boasts impressive performance. Cleanup is a breeze, making my coffee routine enjoyable and hassle-free. Highly recommend for anyone looking to elevate their home coffee experience.

Great little espresso maker if you're a fan of Lavazza coffee. I was able to this up for under $90.00 so it's a great value. So far it's producing a nice amount of crema with every cup. It does produce a bit of waste liquid that dumps into the empty pod container but it hasn't leaked like some have experienced. The amount of waste liquid is a lot compared to my Nespresso but not unacceptable in my opinion. The Nespresso does have an edge with recyclable coffee pods but I prefer the taste of the Lavazza Blue offerings.

This Lavazza Classy Mini is the first pod coffee maker I have owned. I've used many other units while staying at friends, VRBOs, and hotels, and I must say I've never been impressed. Many seem to have functional issues or just plain refuse to work. I have a full size Quick Mill espresso machine that I love but using it always creates a mess and takes some time to dial in the grind and quantity depending on the bean used. I typically use a pour over for most daily coffees. I found this Lavazza unit on sale so I figured it would be fun to try it out. I really love it now. If all you want is a quick cup of espresso, it does the job. Super simple to use and the machine has a small footprint, not taking up a bunch of kitchen counter space. No unnecessary controls, just two buttons to pour out an espresso or a lungo (long). Pushing the two buttons simultaneously turns the machine off. Pushing either button turns the unit back on. There is a small inner bin which collects the used pods. After you make five coffees both buttons flash signally for you to dump the bin. Super simple and easy to clean. Lavazza makes around ten different Lavazza Blue coffee blends that work in the machine. I have not found them available at my local grocery. However, it is easy to get them from Amazon or directly from Lavazza. Some folks complain that they are only available in large 100 pod quantities but I drink a lot of coffee that is not an issue. Lavazza does have a couple blends that are labeled as a "double". They claim that you can make two espressos with a single pod. I've tried their Top Class Double for this and find that the second drawn espresso is much weaker than the first. The Top Class Double does work fine for making a single Lungo. One thing that has deterred me from purchasing a pod coffee machine was the added waste of all the used pods. Why create more garbage for just a coffee? Luckily Lavazza has a recycling process for the spent pods. They have teamed up with a company called TerraCycle where you ship the used pods back and they are cleaned and recycled. I've owned this unit now for only six months, so I cannot speak to its mechanical life. However, in that time I've made several hundred espressos and the Classy Mini just chugs along. I think that its simplicity will also be a factor in its life expectancy. Not really much to go wrong I would suspect? I'm really happy with it.

This used to be a great machine. The last two we purchased on Amazon have failed within 1-2 months. Amazon is selling a bad batch of these coffee makers. I used this machine for the past 10 years, and now I have to find something else or try to purchase it somewhere other than Amazon. Shame on Amazon. I give Lavazza 5 stars, I give the seller zero stars.

I first used the LavAzza mini Blue or Classy coffee machine when I stated at a hotel. The coffee or expresso it made was reminiscent of the coffee I drank while touring parts of Europe. The coffee tasted good. I'm don't usually drink espresso but the Classy mini made such a delicious cup of coffee I decided to buy it. I still give it high marks for the taste and body of the espresso it makes. It does make a moderate amount of noise (subjective). But the simplicity and brew is well worth it. The espresso mini make a 1.35 ounces cup or up to 7.44 ounces cup. If you view the Amazon page for the mini, don't buy the multi-flavor compatible pods; they don't fit. You must use the "Blue" pods. Yes, I would recommend this for those who want a full body cup. I have owned the LB 300 for about a year and I had a malfunction. But it wasn't the machine, it was a pod. It did n't seal well and the plastic container didn't puncture. It appears that the plastic base is not punctured when the pressure of the machine drives the capsule against the base spikes that are hidden. For some reason the plastic base spikes didn't penetrate the base. A few days later I tried another pod and it worked. So I concluded it was a defective pod.

I haven't seen any reviews comparing this to other machines, and I have a couple on hand, so I wanted to put some information out there! Specifically, I want to compare it to the LB910 (the other Lavazza Blue machine available in the states), and a Nespresso Pixie. As a reminder, this machine uses Lavazza Blue capsules, not Nespresso capsules. As compared to the LB910, the Classy Mini is smaller, and simplified in ways that should make it much more reliable. The 910 has two highly common points of failure: A motorized capsule piston that compresses the Blue capsules, and the sensor for the spent capsule tray. Both of these are removed from the Classy Mini - instead, the machine tracks how many times you've brewed, and after every 5, the lights begin flashing to indicate you should check the water tank and capsule drawer. The motorized piston is replaced by a lever, much like Nespresso machines, that compresses the capsules when you pull it down. These may sound like downgrades, but in reality the adjustments seem like a direct response to complaints with the previous machine. Many 910 owners are familiar with a stuck capsule piston or a tray sensor that won't detect it's been replaced. In addition, this machine can brew without a capsule inside, so descaling it is as simple as filling the water tank with solution and running the lungo shots until empty - no need for a separate purchase of a descaling kit. In terms of brew and quality against the LB910, they're fairly comparable. Taking some measurements, both wake up from sleep in about 30 seconds, and then take roughly 26 seconds to brew an espresso shot from button press to end of stream, producing coffee that hits the cup at 160F or so. This makes the brew time and temperature fairly ideal. I don't taste an immediate difference between either of them, though the LB910 seems to consistently produce a bit more crema - which could be caused by any number of incredibly minute factors, so I don't see it as an issue. I had been worried from reviews that the Classy Mini would use a shorter brew time or hotter water, but that isn't the case. They're nearly identical, and I see no real reason to go for the more-unreliable and more-expensive LB910. The only real downside is that the Classy Mini drips more after finishing a brew. As compared to the Nespresso Pixie (and thus most Nespresso machines), the difference is more interesting. The Pixie takes about 15 seconds to wake from sleep, and then brews an espresso shot in 18 seconds - the ideal for espresso is between 20 and 30. Coffee hits the cup at about 155F, which is lower than it should be. Realistically, neither the Blue machines nor the Nespresso machines are going to be entirely comparable to espresso machines that are multiple hundreds of dollars more expensive, which is fine. This does mean the Nespresso machine produces coffee in roughly half the time (bearing in mind that the difference here is roughly 30 versus roughly 60 seconds), which is more convenient. Comparing the Nespresso and Blue shots side by side, the Nespresso pods produce thinner coffee, with foamier/lighter crema. The Blue capsules visually more closely resemble 'real' espresso, with denser crema and more layering of the coffee in the cup. Taste-wise, which is pretty much the most important part, the Blue capsules are universally much more bold, and closer to coffee shop espresso. The Nespresso capsules tend to be weaker, with higher amounts of acidity and a bit of sour tang in a lot of cases, whereas the Blue capsules often have much more pronounced body and character. I've also found that the Blue pods tend to have leave a much better lingering taste, and have more depth to them - you can find more flavors on repeat sips than the Nespresso pods. Some people may prefer the more subdued flavor of Nespresso, but I find the Blue capsules FAR nicer. In the end, the Nespresso machines do have some upsides of their own - they brew faster, their pods can be easily recycled in large quantities (with the Blue capsules you're stuck removing the foil, dumping the coffee puck, then recycling the individual plastic/foil), there are many more first and third party varieties available, and you can actually find the pods in stores! But the Blue machines produce coffee that more closely resembles espresso, and for that reason I'm happy to stick with the Classy Mini.

This is the best single shot, easy to use machine. BAR none. And at the sale price of $56, it's a steal. The quality of the coffee is above any other all in one, capsule style machine. Way better than Nespresso system. The Lavazza capsules, and some 3rd party brands, are also way above in quality than Nespresso, and much cheaper. Obviously, it is not at the same level as a specialized espresso maker, with custom options, but it is the best option in the capsule ecosystem. Simple as it could be, cheap as dirt when on sale, good quality coffee offers and results.

Parfait

Excelente cafetera, buen precio, entrega puntual.

Kaffe 1 A

Overall great espresso. The machine is quite loud but I got used to it. It’s common with units that use vibration pumps and are around this price tag. Also Reminder Lavazza makes capsules for Nespresso Machines so make sure the capsules you buy are compatible! They are called “Lavaza Blue Espresso Pod” I bought the wrong ones at first.

Não consigo avaliar o produto pela dificuldade de usá-lo. Não sei aonde comprar as cápsulas. Comprei de um site, vieram 100 cápsulas erradas. Compra feita por mim errada. Não sei qual a cápsula.