From Italy to Your Cup

You can find Lavazza single-serve espresso machines in the $100 to $200 price range, which is a pretty good deal if you’re just looking for something simple and reliable.

While they don’t come with the premium features or construction like high-end models, they’re more than enough for casual coffee drinkers. 

The Mini is pretty budget friendly, which makes it a perfect choice for those keeping an eye on their spending.

Sleek in design, both Lavazza machines sit well in any kitchen.

On the other hand, the build quality is average, with thermoplastic components that may not be as durable as more expensive models.

They are particularly compact and, therefore, very well suited for small spaces, while the Classy Plus can arguably be one of the most compact machines that can prepare milk-based beverages.

Though practical and modern, they do not have that premium feel of higher-end models.

Both machines from Lavazza are very easy to use and require minimal maintenance.
They have removable parts, such as drip trays, water reservoirs and used capsules drawer, that make cleaning easy.

Descaling is required every 300-500 cups, and it is equally easy and straightforward to perform.

The Classy Plus has a descaling alert, but the Mini does not.

Control panels are quite simple to operate, with one button for each function.

Besides that, both machines have adjustable height options for different cup sizes, enabling more flexibility.

Lavazza's machines assure Italian touch and smoothness in every espresso, but they lack some fine-tuning features that can be found in higher-end models. 

The Classy Plus is slightly better with a more consistent crema, but the Classy Mini still makes satisfying shots.

Both offer quick brewing times, with the Mini being the faster of the two.

While neither provides brew strength adjustment or advanced temperature control, both feature practical programmed functions like espresso, lungo, and double shot.
Generally they are great for users who want a reliable straightforward brew.

Both machines are made to work exclusively with Lavazza’s capsules, so your choices are a bit restricted. 

But don’t worry—thanks to Lavazza's famous Italian expertise, you’re still going to get an espresso that lives up to the brand’s reputation.

The Classy Plus includes a milk frother, but the frothing quality is inconsistent. None of them come with fancy advanced features like Wi-Fi connectivity or app control, keeping things simple.