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Capsules or ground coffee? Choose for your mornings

Coffee choice, preparation and cleaning all decide which setup will feel convenient in daily use.

Published: 14/09/2026, 2 min read

Which coffee format should you choose?

Capsules are convenient when you want a pre-measured portion; ground coffee gives you more freedom over the coffee and dose. ESE paper pods are also pre-portioned but need their own holder. Alongside your favourite drink, consider how much preparation and cleaning you want to do each morning.

What needs space beside the coffee?

Format	What you prepare	What you clear or clean afterwards
Capsule	A precisely compatible capsule and holder	Used capsule, holder and drip tray
Ground coffee	Coffee, an appropriate dose and the ground-coffee holder	Coffee grounds, holder and drip tray
ESE pod	A compatible paper pod and its holder	Used pod, holder and drip tray

Check the capsule system before buying

The multi-format Fashion machine has separate holders for Nespresso small capsules, Dolce Gusto large capsules, ground coffee and ESE paper pods. Nespresso Vertuo is a different system and is not among the supported formats. The brand name alone is not enough: check the exact system on the packaging.

Plan the order for milk coffee

Fill the water tank and prepare your cup and the holder for your chosen coffee.
Fill the milk frother to the correct mark. The featured model holds 160 ml for frothing or 300 ml for heating: foam needs room to expand.
Do not leave milk residue until the next morning. Clean milk-contact parts according to the instructions after making your drink.