So I had recently switched over to a nespresso- but boy are the coffee pods expensive. I used to ha e a medium machine which lasted a lot of years until my recent switch. I got this has a sample and omg I am in love. I was looking for a small machine for my office and this is perfect. Perfect brew and delicious has I remembered it. I would high recommend it because it does not take up too much spaces on the counter top. Brews fast and delicious.