Nespresso-These pods are only manufactured by Nespresso, these pods are sold in selective locations and are not easy to find unless you know where to look. The contents of these pods are coffee that is specifically designed to be dispensed by Nespresso machines. Since the Nespresso pods are a little harder to come by, Nespresso compatible pods are an easy alternative option. These compatible pods are easier to find because they are made by third-party brands.
If your Nespresso coffee maker is from the company’s first line that only makes espresso, then you will be able to use Nespresso-compatible pods to get make your coffee in your Nespresso machine. However, if your Nespresso machine is part of the VertuoLine that makes both coffee and espresso then you will unfortunately only be able to use original Nespresso pods. This is because Nespresso compatible pods don’t work with the Nespresso ViruoLIne machines.
Purchase Methods
Store purchase-If, you prefer to buy your Nespresso pods in-store, then you’ll need to go to a Nespresso boutique. The prices of these pods from a Nespresso boutique are similar to what you can expect to pay when buying them online from the Nespresso website. These Nespresso boutiques can be located as individual shops or they can be found inside selected stores.
Some of the stores in which you can expect to find a Nespresso boutique include Sur La Table, Macy’s, and Bloomingdale’s. To make it easier for you as a customer Nespresso offers a store locator function. In addition to the Nespresso boutiques, some mainstream retailers carry Nespresso pods in-store. The quantity of Nespresso pods that you’ll find in the store may depend on the store you visit and the time of your visit.
List of stores that carry Nespresso pods:
Best BuyCrate & BarrelCostcoBed Bath & BeyondBloomingdale’sDillard’sKohl’sTarget Walmart
Other online Nespresso retailers
StaplesTarget
Types of Nespresso Pods- Depending on which online retailer you choose, your selection of Nespresso and Nespresso compatible pods will differ. Below is a list of Nespresso pods and the online retailers where they can be found.
Bestpresso Espresso Variety PackLavazza Armonico Espresso Dark Roast CoffeeGran Caffé Garibaldi Nespresso compatible capsules
Staple’s Selection:
Gourmesso Espresso Lungo Arabica Compatible Coffee CapsulesBestpresso Variety PackFeurete, Nespresso Compatible Coffee Capsules
Walmart’s Offerings:
Caffe Perrucci Lungo DolceBespresso Premium Nespresso Coffee Pods, ArabicaMixpresso 100% Arabica Lungo Blend Nespresso Compatible Coffee CapsulesLavazza Deciso Nespresso Coffee Capsules
Bed Bath & Beyond’s offerings:
Café Turino Apuila ExpressoCaffe Vergano Intenso Expresso
Conclusion
For many coffee lovers, a coffee that doesn’t take long to prepare is the preferred option. That being said since Nespresso is hard to come by, the advantage of Nespresso-compatible coffee pods or capsules is beneficial to those who consider themselves coffee lovers. Both Nespresso and Nespresso compatible capsules can be bought from a selection of retailers both online and in-store.
Can I only buy Nespresso capsules online?
No, these capsules can be bought both online and in-store.
Do I have to use Nespresso branded coffee pods?
If your Nespresso machine is one of the first that the company launched, then you have the luxury of using other brands of coffee pods that are considered Nespresso compatible. If you one a machine from the Virtuo range then you can only use Nespresso branded pods.
Do I have to be instore to buy my Nespresso pods?
No, when shopping online, some retailers offer you the choice to have your order delivered to your door or for you to pick it up in-store.
