Ninja – Espresso & Coffee Barista System, Single-Serve Coffee & Nespresso Capsule Compatible, 12-Cup Carafe, Built-in Frother – Black

Whether you prefer coffee pods or grounds, a Cup or a full pot, the Ninja Espresso and Coffee Barista can handle them all right at home. The new Ninja Espresso and Coffee Barista system can brew your favorite drinks just like from your favorite coffee house with its 19 bars of pressure and built-in and fold away frother. I had the privilege of testing this new espresso and coffee system out and I immediately became a fan. So, lets go over the Pros and Cons and the features of the Ninja Espresso and Coffee Barista system.
Unboxing and Setup:
The unboxing and setup are pretty simple, it does not require anything complicated. The only installation that is required is the twisting on the frother attachment and unboxing the rest of the item and placing them where they belong. At this point you are pretty much ready to start brewing your favorite drink. This unit weights about 14lb and measures 12L X 10W X 15H.
Features:
-Rotary Dial with Built-in Display – The dial allows you to select your dispensing size and push to confirm.
-Ground Coffee: The Ninja system can brew you ground coffee three different way. You can brew your grounds Classic way, Rich, or over ice.
-Pods: This unit is compatible with the original Nespresso Capsules. The unit can also accommodate up to 20 used pods in the storage bin.
-9 different Sizes: You can brew up 9 different sizes ranging from small cup going all the way up to a 12-cup carafe. Included with the unit is a really cool measuring scoop that allows you to scoop out the perfect amount of ground coffee according to the size of your brew.
-Barista Plus Technology: the 19-bars of pressure and the perfect water temperature allows for the most flavorful and creama rich espresso, all at the touch of a button.
-Adjustable Cup Tray, Fold away frother, and removeable water reservoir.
-The unit also includes basic features such as Delay Brew, Keep Warm, and a clean cycle.
PROS:
-Easy to use and maintain
-Ability to brew pretty much as size drink of your choice
-Ability to brew grounds and pods and exactly how you like them
-Amazing Coffee house coffee right at home
-Built-in Frother and Space for the scoop
-Does not take up much counter space
CONS:
The only thing that I was not a fan of on this unit was that they do not offer a permanent filter for the grounds. They offer a permanent filter separately, but at this price point I believe it should be included in the unit.
Overall, I am happy with the New Espresso and Coffee Barista System. My favorite feature is the ability to brew any size coffee or espresso and exactly how you like it. I love the built-in frother and ability to fold it back into the unit once you are done using it. This is truly a versatile system for any home.

Just picked up this new Ninja Espresso & Coffee Barista System and so far, I am enjoying it. This system is so easy to use, and I love the large carafe size at 55 ounces. On the days I work from home, I fill up the pot and keep it fresh on the warmer all morning long. There is so much to love in the convenient little coffee and espresso system.
If you are a fan of espresso but can’t make it to a coffee shop, this machine is compatible with Nespresso capsules so you can have that fresh cup of espresso in an instant. Simply lift the lever on the top of the machine, insert the Nespresso capsule, close the lever, select the espresso type, then let the magic happen. The used capsule drops into a container and is stored until you are ready to dispose of the capsules when the bin is full, the bin can hold 20 used capsules. The bin is also part of the adjustable cup tray, so you can adjust the height of the tray to best fit the mug you are using when making espresso. What makes this machine stand out from others is that it has Barista Plus Technology, which means it is a 19-bar high-pressure system that creates a café-quality espresso with a crema that is so smooth. There are 4 sizes and styles of espresso this machine can make. The Ristretto comes in at .85oz, the Espresso at 1.35oz, Lungo at 3.75oz, and the Over Ice at 1oz. The Ninja Barista System has a fold-out frother that helps to create the perfect cappuccinos or lattes, right in your own kitchen. The frother is easy to use and easy to clean. The arm on the frother that has the blender twists off for easy cleanup. The frother can be used for both hot and cold froth depending on what you are making or personal preference. The espresso portion of this machine is quick and easy to use, creating a smooth and perfect cup of espresso every time. I love the convenience of it if you are looking for that little extra kick.
This Ninja Barista System is also a grounded coffee machine. I use the coffee-making capabilities more than the espresso-making abilities in my daily routine. I absolutely love the brew this machine throws down. The machine does a wonderful job and I have yet to have a bad coffee in the morning, this machine has never let me down. I have never had a coffee machine where setting the brew time for the next day was this easy. I have always had to battle every machine I have ever had when trying to figure out the timer, it was like I had to re-learn how to do it, every single night. Not with this machine, it is so easy! It was the first feature I tried out after I set the machine up. All you have to do is press “delay” and then follow the prompts on the little wheel display. Nothing better than waking up and having the coffee be hot and ready for you. The machine even has its own coffee grounds scoop that attaches to the side and has an easy-to-read measurement guide, so you know how many coffee grounds to add depending on the size of the cup or carafe you are about to make. The coffee size-making options are awesome. You can make a single cup of coffee all the way up to the 12-cup carafe. There are a total of 9 sizes of coffee you can make, small cup, Cup, XL cup, Travel mug, XL Travel, ¼ Carafe, ½ Carafe, ¾ Carafe, and 12-cup carafe. The coffee can also be brewed in 3 different types, Classic, Rich, or Over ice. The water reservoir is removable and holds up to 60oz of water, enough to fill the carafe to the top once. The top of the water dispenser is tight and has not leaked on me. I love the handle on the reservoir it is very secure and ensures you have a good grip, so you don’t drop it. The coffee side of the machine also has a warming plate that has adjustable times, up to four hours, adjustable heat, low, med, and large all to keep the perfect temperature to your liking.
So far, I love having this machine as a new addition to the kitchen. My wife has told everyone about it as she loves it too. My wife and I went nuts on buying all sorts of new espressos from Nespresso and we have become even bigger fans of espresso since using this machine. The machine brews both espresso and coffee perfectly and evenly and even at the perfect temperature. Ninja did a great job on this machine build, it is solid and has no cheap jiggly parts, and it is very sturdy. I highly recommend this coffee machine!