Nespresso Inissia Original Espresso Machine by De'Longhi
- Super-Automatic Espresso Machine
- 23 fl oz
- 1450 watts
- Espresso Machine
- Better rated than 88%
A capable small-footprint espresso maker once you confirm the unit works, but the pattern of damaged-on-arrival tanks and used-looking boxes in reviews means it's worth checking the water tank the day it arrives.
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How it ranks among the 24 super-automatic espresso machines we track
4.4★ across 410 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
410 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Nespresso Inissia, model EN80CW, is a compact single-serve capsule espresso machine made by De'Longhi under Nespresso's Original line, sold here in a creamy white finish.
Two things come up often enough across reviews to matter before buying: the finish reads noticeably more yellow than the creamy white name suggests, and several buyers received units showing signs of prior handling, from a cracked water tank to a box that looked already opened, even though listed as new.
- Reaches brewing temperature in about 25 seconds per reviewers
- Compact single-serve design for small kitchens and travel
- Uses Nespresso Original capsules across many brands
- Capsule tray holds several used pods before it needs emptying
Who it's for
Someone who wants a small, simple espresso maker for a compact kitchen, camper or office and is fine using Nespresso Original capsules rather than milk-drink features.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers praise the fast heat-up (about 25 seconds), a solid crema, the compact size for campers and small kitchens, and the range of capsule flavors available. The complaints cluster around two things: brewing noise that reviewers compare to a small air compressor, and quality control, with reports of a cracked water tank on arrival, a previously-opened-looking box, and one unit where water wouldn't dispense at all. Several also note the finish looks more yellow than the creamy white name suggests.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Heats to brewing temperature quickly, around 25 seconds per reviewers
- Small footprint suited to tight counters, campers or offices
- Consistent crema and wide capsule flavor variety
- Holds multiple used capsules before the tray needs emptying
- Brewing is noticeably loud according to several reviewers
- Finish runs more yellow than the creamy white name implies
- No built-in milk frother
- More than one buyer received a cracked tank or a box showing signs of prior use
Specifications
| Brand | Nespresso |
|---|---|
| Model | EN80CW |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.7 × 12.6 × 9.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 23 fl oz |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1450 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Creamy White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Milk Frother |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Coffee Input Type | capsule, pod |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | Machine Only |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Home Use, Making Espresso-based Drinks |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Programmable |
| Part Number | EN80CW |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in super-automatic espresso machines.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nespresso Inissia Original Espresso Machine by De'LonghiThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 410 | 4.1 / 5 |
| De'Longhi Dinamica Plus Connected Espresso & Coffee Machine with Automatic Milk FrotherDe'Longhi | 4.1 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso MachinePhilips | 4.0 / 5 | 6,213 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Cuisinart EM-200NP1 Programmable 15-Bar Espresso MakerCuisinart | 4.1 / 5 | 887 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Delonghi ECAM23120SB Magnifica S Express Super Automatic Espresso MachineDelonghi | 4.3 / 5 | 341 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Nespresso EN80CW
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Inissia make lattes or cappuccinos?
It has no built-in frother; reviewers use it for straight espresso and lungo shots.
What capsules does it use?
Nespresso Original line capsules, which reviewers note are available from other brands like Lavazza and illy as well as Nespresso itself.
Is it loud when brewing?
Several reviewers describe it as noisy during brewing, though they note that's typical for espresso machines this size.