Aldi’s Iconic $78 Coffee Maker Wins Top Prize: ‘Better Than Nespresso’

Australians love a good cup of coffee and it seems many of them are skipping the queue at the coffee shop and making their own at home with Aldi’s award-winning Expressi Coffee Capsule Machine. At just $78.99, this little powerhouse has officially taken the crown at the Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customer Awards for capsule coffee machines.

While the budget grocery chain has long been praised for its wallet-friendly versions of pricier home gadgets, this is the first time Aldi has taken the caffeinated top spot. In fact, it beat out heavyweights like Nespresso and De’Longhi in the process.

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

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But what’s the secret to its success? Sure, the price tag is unbeatable, but there’s more to this machine than just saving money. According to Canstar Blue, Aldi’s Expressi was the only machine to achieve a five-star overall customer satisfaction rating.

Doyle noted: “While there is no doubt that Australians enjoy going to their local coffee shop, this year’s survey results show that customers are increasingly opting for coffee machines that can easily provide them with a consistently good cup of coffee at home.”

This win not only highlights the value and quality that customers expect from their morning coffee, but also reflects the growing demand for a hassle-free, high-quality coffee experience at home.

Australians swear by Aldi’s Expressi

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

One long-time fan shared his thoughts: “I’ve had mine for over five years and it still works great – I use it every day!”

Another added: “I’m a bit picky when it comes to coffee, but the machine and pods never let me down. I love the variety of coffee, chai and hot chocolate.”

It’s not uncommon to find people singing the praises of this machine online, and one enthusiastic post simply reads, “Wow, that’s amazing!”

Praise from long-time users

The durability of the machine is another selling point that has been well-documented on social media, with many users sharing how their Aldi Expressi machines have lasted for years without any problems.

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 regret not sticking with Aldi. The coffee tastes so much better!”

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“We’ve been using Aldi vending machines for 9 years,” another person chimed in.

While Aldi’s coffee range continues to enjoy great success – including a recent Gold Medal in the 2024 Golden Bean Awards for its Lazzio coffee beans – this latest accolade confirms that the Expressi Coffee capsule coffee machine is the perfect choice for anyone looking to make 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 those still on the fence, it may be time to join the ranks of satisfied customers who swear by their daily Aldi drink.

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