Essenza Mini
KrupsReleased Mar 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Oct 5, 2026
Enjoy consistent, delicious espresso with this easy-to-use, compact, and simple-to-clean coffee machine. The Krups Essenza Mini scores 65/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the espresso machines category. Coverage includes reviews from Balancejournal, T3, and Coffeeinitalia.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 3 expert reviews
Low confidence · only 3 reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 45 (Coffeeinitalia) to 75 (Balancejournal) — a 30-point spread. Coffeeinitalia tends to score critically across our dataset.
Average of 3 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
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Pros
- Easy to use(3)
- Compact design(3)
- Consistent espresso(2)
Cons
- No milk frother(2)
- Small water tank(2)
- Small bin capacity(2)
3 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
The Krups Essenza Mini is a highly space-efficient and affordable entry point into the Nespresso ecosystem that delivers quality espresso despite its plastic build and small water tank.
Publisher score: 7.5 / 10
AI summary of this review
The Krups Essenza Mini is a budget-friendly, space-saving Nespresso machine that delivers high-quality espresso despite its lack of advanced features.
Score estimated from the review text
AI summary of this review
Despite its compact design and ease of use, the Krups Essenza Mini is ultimately not recommended due to a deal-breaking lack of flavor distinction between the coffee and its foam.
Score estimated from the review text
