6 advantages of a fully automatic coffee machine compared to capsule machines

Are you considering buying a coffee machine for your home or office, but don't know which machine is best for you? To help you enjoy your coffee and make the best possible purchase decision, we will show you six advantages of a fully automatic coffee machine compared to capsule machines.

Lower costs in the long term
At first glance, the low purchase costs of a capsule machine might be tempting, but other factors should also be scrutinised. This is not about water or energy, but about the big difference in the price of coffee beans and capsules. The average price with a fully automatic coffee machine is around 8 to 10 centimes per cup. In other words, around 20 centimes cheaper than a cup of capsule coffee. Consuming capsule coffee can therefore quickly become expensive, especially with frequent use. 

Larger selection
Most manufacturers produce their capsule machines in such a way that only their own capsules fit easily into the coffee machine. This means that when you choose a manufacturer, you automatically commit to a specific range and cannot use any coffee capsule with any machine. The situation is different with fully automatic machines, where you are not tied to a specific manufacturer and can enjoy the diverse world of coffee beans. Although the selection of coffee capsules is constantly increasing, it is still nowhere near the variety of coffee beans. 

Fresh coffee with an incomparable flavour
It is clear that freshly ground coffee loses a large part of its flavour after a short time and must be ground correctly and as freshly as possible so that the coffee can fully develop its flavours. One of the great advantages of a fully automatic coffee machine is the incomparable flavour that a capsule machine cannot match. On the one hand, a fully automatic coffee machine allows the coffee beans to be freshly ground before brewing, and on the other hand, it works with a higher brewing pressure so that more different coffee specialities can be prepared. 

Variety of coffee specialities
The preparation of many different types of coffee is a significant advantage of a fully automatic coffee machine. It is usually possible to adjust the strength and quantity of the coffee, as fully automatic coffee machines have a built-in steam nozzle or a separate system for frothing milk, for example. This means that latte macchiato, cappuccino, latte and other coffee specialities can be prepared at any time at the touch of a button. 

Several cups
Thanks to the large containers built into a fully automatic coffee machine, there is no need to constantly refill coffee beans, water and milk after every single cup of coffee. This means that several cups in a row can be filled with flavoured coffee in no time at all. In this respect, capsule machines are intended more for quick enjoyment in between, as no more than one cup of coffee can usually be prepared at a time. 

Environmental friendliness
Each individual coffee capsule is often made largely of plastic and/or aluminium, which is extremely energy-intensive, harmful to the environment in production and causes problems in recycling. For every new cup of coffee, one or sometimes even two new coffee capsules are needed. This means that new waste is produced with every cup of coffee, which is not the case with fully automatic coffee machines. The only waste produced is the packaging of the beans and the compostable coffee grounds. 

The positive aspects such as lower costs in the long term, more versatile coffee creations and the environmental protection aspect speak in favour of a fully automatic coffee machine, especially if your household or workplace drinks coffee daily and with passion. Are you already convinced by fully automatic coffee machines? The Coffee Centre is the only company that allows customers to rent coffee machines individually and free of charge. If you have any questions about our fully automatic coffee machines, please contact us today for a chat.