Instant PotPod, 3-in-1 Espresso, K-Cup Pod and Ground Coffee Maker, From the Makers of Instant Pot with Reusable Coffee Pod for Ground Coffee, 2 to 12oz. Brew Sizes, 68oz Reservoir

As a coffee lover who needs that perfect morning brew, I was on the hunt for a machine that could do it all—espresso, regular coffee, and not take up half my counter. Enter the Instant Pod Coffee Maker, and let me just say, it’s been a game-changer.First ImpressionsRight out of the box, the machine looks sleek and modern. It’s got a small footprint, which is great because my kitchen counter is already packed with too many gadgets. The controls are simple, and I had it set up in under five minutes (rare for me—I usually have to wrestle with manuals).Performance & Coffee QualityThe best part? It takes both K-Cup pods and Nespresso capsules, so I can switch between a bold espresso shot and a full cup of coffee whenever I want. I’ve tried both, and honestly, I was surprised at how good the espresso was. The crema on top gives it that real café feel.The machine also lets you choose different cup sizes (from 2 oz to 12 oz), which is great because sometimes I just need a quick, strong shot, and other times, I want a big, comforting cup to sip on. It heats up fast—like under a minute—so no waiting around when you’re in a rush.Ease of Use & CleaningSuper simple to use—pop in a pod, press a button, and you’re good to go. One thing I really appreciate is the 68 oz water tank because I don’t have to refill it constantly. Also, it has a used capsule container, which makes clean-up easier (no fumbling around trying to fish out a hot pod).Cleaning is straightforward. I do a quick rinse cycle every few days and wipe it down, and so far, no issues.Any Downsides?If I had to nitpick, the machine is a bit loud when it brews. Not a dealbreaker, but if you have a light sleeper in the house, they might hear it. Also, it doesn’t have a built-in milk frother, so if you love lattes, you’ll need to get one separately.Final VerdictOverall, I’m really happy with this coffee maker. It saves space, gives me more options than a regular pod machine, and makes great coffee fast. If you love both espresso and drip coffee but don’t want multiple machines, this is 100% worth it.

The media could not be loaded. I’m literally copying a review from another buyer who bought theirs in Sept 2024. I had the exact same issues as their review. See my video for the horrendous noise and flashing lights. Ironically, there is coffee grounds on the needle. WE NEVER PUT A POD IN THE COFFEE MAKER!!Let's just say that, when Amazon says "this item is frequently returned," one should listen! I ignored that warning and will now be returning this coffeemaker. Our K-Elite Keurig died without warning, so I was looking for a non-Keurig replacement. This one came up in my search and we love our Instant Pot, so figured it was worth a look. I also enjoyed Nespresso on a recent vacation, so the thought of being able to brew both K cups and Nespresso capsules was attractive.We unboxed the machine and it seemed nice; well-made and sturdy, the buttons were recessed and firm. We followed the directions by washing the water reservoir and wiping down the machine. We also took out the little red plug in the water reservoir. We were ready to do the "test brew" and that's when things went awry.I followed the directions to a T, but when I went to brew plain water, the machine made a terrible noise, and no hot water dispensed. Then, all of the buttons flashed. We turned off the machine, re-seated the water reservoir, thinking we had done something wrong, but the same thing happened when we tried again.Both times we tried to run the test brew, we also noticed a sort of "burnt" electrical smell, similar to what you smell when you first turn on your heat/furnace in the fall. That indicated to us that something is wrong with the machine; we had not done anything wrong. It never did run the test brew.So, with great disappointment, we emptied the water reservoir, re-boxed the machine (which was not easy), and will return it. Very sad we couldn't make this work, as I was excited to brew K-cup coffee and Nespresso. We'll be going back to Keurig.

This lasted longer than any coffee make I have purchased in the last 30 years. The nespresso side just stopped working, so I just ordered a new one - hopefully the new one will last 10 years like the old one