Wacaco Nanopresso vs Wacaco Minipresso NS2
Quick take: The Wacaco Minipresso NS2 costs $5 less.
| Spec | Wacaco Nanopresso | Wacaco Minipresso NS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70 | $65 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (2,100) | 4.5★ (1,500) |
| Type | Manual/Lever | Manual/Lever |
| Boiler | None | None |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | — | — |
| Water capacity | 2.7 oz | 2.7 oz |
| Warm-up time | N/A | N/A |
| Steam wand | — | — |
| Basket type | Pressurized Only | Capsule |
| Best for | Value Seekers | Travel Espresso |
| Dimensions | 2.4 x 2.8 x 6.1 in | 5.1 x 2.8 x 2.4 in |
| Weight | 0.74 lbs | 0.64 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years (with registration) | 2 years (with registration) |
Pros & cons
Wacaco Nanopresso
- ✓Pulls surprisingly rich shots with crema for under $80
- ✓Pressurized basket is forgiving of pre-ground and coarse grinds
- ✓15% easier pumping than older Minipresso models
- ✓NS adapter accepts Nespresso capsules for zero-mess travel
- ✗8g basket yields small, single shots only
- ✗Needs a separate source of boiling water
- ✗Pressurized basket caps quality below the Picopresso's naked 52mm
- ✗Many small parts to disassemble and dry after each use
Wacaco Minipresso NS2
- ✓Capsules eliminate grinding, dosing, and wet-puck cleanup on the road
- ✓Pulls genuine crema from any Nespresso Original or compatible pod
- ✓30% shorter than the first-gen Minipresso with an easier piston action
- ✓Cheapest way into portable espresso - undercuts the Nanopresso and Picopresso
- ✗Locked to capsules - no ground-coffee option without buying a different model
- ✗Still needs boiling water from a kettle or thermos
- ✗80ml tank means single small shots only
- ✗Per-cup pod cost adds up versus ground-coffee portables