Nespresso Essenza Mini Coffee and Espresso Machine by De'Longhi
- Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine
- 20.3 fl oz
- 1150 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 88%
- More reviewed than 71%
A compact, capsule-only espresso machine that trades control over the bean for a small footprint and one-button repeatability.
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How it ranks among the 24 semi-automatic espresso machines we track
4.6★ across 6,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Essenza Mini is De'Longhi's smallest Nespresso Original capsule machine, built for kitchens or offices with little counter space rather than for large batches of coffee. It runs on 1150 watts and offers two programmable cup sizes for an espresso shot or a longer pour at the press of a button.
This is a single-serve pod machine, not a bean-to-cup unit, so flavor comes from whichever Nespresso Original capsule you load rather than from grind or roast choices you control. The appeal is footprint and simplicity: two buttons set your cup volume once, and you repeat it every morning after. It ships in black, with the same body sold in other colors for anyone matching a kitchen scheme.
- 1150 watt pump for quick heat-up
- Two programmable cup sizes
- Nespresso Original capsule system
- Compact body, available in black
Who it's for
Fits a single person or a couple who already buy Nespresso Original capsules and want a compact machine that will not dominate a small counter. Less suited to a household that wants to grind fresh beans or serve several cups at once.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Small footprint for tight counters
- Two programmable cup size buttons
- Simple one-button daily operation
- Works only with Nespresso Original capsules
- No control over grind or roast
- No owner reviews available yet
Performance notes
The machine uses a pump to force hot water through a sealed Nespresso capsule, so shot quality depends mostly on which capsule you choose rather than on any setting on the machine itself. The two programmable buttons store your preferred water volume for espresso and lungo pours, so once set, the daily routine is just insert a capsule and press a button.
Specifications
| Brand | Nespresso |
|---|---|
| Model | EN85B |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.3 × 12.8 × 8.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 20.3 fl oz |
| Output Pressure | 19 bar |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1150 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Exterior Finish | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | espresso machine |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Coffee Input Type | Capsule |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | Machine Only |
| Item Type Name | Espresso Machine |
| Part Number | 612083-EN85B |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Home Coffee Preparation |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Programmable, Removable Tank |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in semi-automatic espresso machines.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nespresso Essenza Mini Coffee and Espresso Machine by De'LonghiThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 6,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Breville Nespresso Original Essenza Mini Espresso MachineBreville | 4.6 / 5 | 5,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DeLonghi EC155 15 Bar Espresso and Cappuccino MachineDeLonghi | 4.2 / 5 | 12,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
| CASABREWS CM5418 Compact Espresso Machine with Milk Frothing Steam WandCasabrews | 4.3 / 5 | 8,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Mr. Coffee Automatic Dual Shot Espresso/Cappuccino SystemMr. Coffee | 4.2 / 5 | 3,600 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Nespresso EN85B
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Nespresso Essenza Mini use Nespresso Original or Vertuo capsules?
It is built for the Nespresso Original capsule line, the same format used across De'Longhi's Essenza series.
Can the Essenza Mini make more than one cup size?
Yes, it has two programmable buttons so you can set and repeat both an espresso pour and a longer lungo pour.
How much counter space does the EN85B need?
De'Longhi markets it as its most compact Nespresso machine, so it is built for small kitchens or offices rather than large brewing stations.