On 9/1/2016 at 0:18 AM, DrinksRUs said:I actually haven't tried Nespresso Pixie before, but I saw it and I find it a little too costly for my taste. It's good that you find it fitting for your lifestyle, but I guess I'm just used to making more than a single serving of coffee at a time. But it's nice to hear someone's opinion on products like this. Really validates its quality and whether or not it's worth the price.
For me, the idea of the Nespresso has taken a long time to catch on, and I'm still not 100% sure that I want another appliance in my small kitchen. The Pixie is interesting because of its size, and I can find a couple of places for it to fit comfortably and still be convenient.
That said, I've been a French press user for about forty years, and I don't expect to change that ... I love making a pot of French press in the morning. However, when guests are here, it would be so very convenient to offer a quick cup or two, especially with a choice of beans. I don't have many friends that I invite to dinner or to hang out, but I know them all very well, and I know that the Nespresso coffee will be acceptable to them. In fact, one couple introduced me to the system several months ago. Whenever we visit them, they often offer some coffee, and Bada Bing! it's ready in a jiffy and it's certainly more than acceptable. To put that in perspective, these folks are very fussy about their coffee and the equipment they use. Plus, my companion and lady friend enjoys a small cup of coffee every now and then, and the size made by the Nespresso is just perfect for her. And when she's happy, I'm happy.
And when I'm at home in the afternoon, I sometimes want some coffee, and the Nespresso will give me that quickly and easily. Perfect for that momentary need. Brewing coffee from scratch, like I do in the morning, is not what I'd like to do in the afternoon.
For me, while the price is not a primary concern, I do take my time and look for the best price and service. I'm in no rush ...
Also, one of my biggest concerns has been the wastefulness of using what are, essentially, disposable pods. However, our community has an excellent recycling programr, and Nespresso has a recycling program (I think I posted links earlier in this discussion) so, for me, the waste issue has been mitigated.
Time passes: For those who are interested but can't find the links, I found them and here they are:
[...] one of the things that interested me was the recycling program for the aluminum pods. Here's one link and here's another. There's yet another link that I could not find again, but it describes how the used pods can be collected in a provided bag or box and sent back to be recycled at no charge to the consumer. OK, found it ... here's that third link