I just got this machine and love how I can make something that tastes like I got it at an expensive coffee shop! The pods are a little spendy,  however its still pretty new, I suspect they will come down in time.  The frother is also so fun,  I had no idea that by just frothing my milk with a little creamer that it would be so good! I'm still learning this all but it's fun to try new recipes and be able to create these myself and even with the cost, I'm still saving money. So it's a win all around! Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine Bundle