Minipresso NS2 - The ULTIMATE Coffee Travel Kit for Capsules

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The Minipresso NS2 by Wacaco is possibly the smallest coffee capsule machine in the world that is compatible with Nespresso capsules, and in this video, I give you a run down of how it works, what makes it different from the original Minipresso, and show you just how damn small this brewer truly is! There's also an option to pick up a travel case complete with a silicone mat and hard case that carries up to 8 capsules. I didn't mention this in the video, but some materials in the Minipresso NS2 are also composed of wheat-based polymers, which you can see in the outside texture of the unit. Pretty cool!
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[@BrodieVissers]

I NEED to try more Specialty Coffee Capsules - any suggestions?

[@davidmaurice1294]

Maybe the follow up to this video can include using the specialty coffee of your choice through reusable pods. Lifestyle Lab had a pretty good video on this that might be useful.

[@pinikpikantv3555]

How is the end product compared to the picopresso?When is nanopresso 2 coming. I feel like version 2 nanopresso would be better than the picopresso. That would be a great news especially if they cut the size to somewhat near the ns2.

[@haredy100]

cafe royal swiss brand with arabica coffee

[@UnplugToRecharge]

Really appreciate your video before I press purchase. Thank you

[@GigiGg-ls6cj]

Excellent product review! Truly one of the better I have seen on KZbin across industries. Very clear, great reference and comparison to older versions, nice delivery! Thank you- very helpful!

[@anthony.3614]

Here are my observations/tips after owning this thing for a few months: - I only fill water to just a few millimetres above the cream coloured branding inside the tank. I wonder if this was meant to be a fill line anyway? (The old model had a fill line). Any more water will result in an espresso that is far too long, and also creates issues trying to close the lid without burning yourself. - I absolutely 100% only use compostible coffee capsules. It makes the pumping so much easier and smoother, still resulting in a perfect espresso. Depends on the brand but aluminium capsules can cause difficulty pumping and difficulty keeping the thing straight, resulting in splatters and missing the cup. Also it's far easier to screw the bottom bit on with a compostable capsule. - After about a month of daily use, I went against the user guide and washed it gently with a little dish soap, pumped some soapy water through it then gave a very thorough rinse. Definitely freshened up the whole device and made the coffee taste better.

[@willng34]

any specific brand you of pods you recommend? And do you think it's worth the price? I'm a casual drinker and dont want to bring a plug in machine to work

[@anthony.3614]

@@willng34 Compostable capsules make the whole device far easier to pump whilst holding straight, as I mentioned, so I haven't tried many pods apart from compostable ones. If you live in Australia, from the major supermarkets I recommend Sacred Grounds and St. Ali brands (St Ali have an online store) and I also highly recommend Coles brand organic compostable pods. I'm not much of a fan of the Grinders brand (at both Coles and Woolworths) but still they have a good range and are 100% compostable pods.

[@BrodieVissers]

Hey great tips, and I’ve also been using compostable pods and works well. I agree, the unit needs a good wash if you’re not using it every day, I used apple cider vinegar instead :)

[@anthony.3614]

@@BrodieVissers Hi thanks! Great idea in regards to the apple cider vinegar! I find it strange they don't recommend some kind of occasional deep clean as it's pretty standard for coffee makers made of plastic to require descaling at some point! Yep how good are compostable capsules in this thing, so much easier to pump and no difference to the brew vs aluminium!

[@illustratedWORD]

Good to know about your experience with all capsules. I was about to purchase the NS2 and use with SealPod reusable metal capsules that use a foil sticker seal to enclose the coffee. Now I'm wondering if there will be compatibility issues using the re-usable metal pods with foil seals.😞 I was going to grind my own local roasted coffee. This was going to be my solution for at work or travel, besides my Aeropress.

[@andybruckl8148]

tested two machines. first one: impossible to unscrew the capsule holder. second one: nespresso capsule did not get penetrated. only water came out and again i could not open the lower part. I am a strong guy-I failed. now i am depressed

[@GSMatch]

Hi Brodie. Love the review. very concise, clear and comprehensive. I own a Nanopresso + NS adapter. One issue I have is that I get a fair amount of coffee grounds in my espressos as the Nanopresso puncture pins enter the pointy end of the capsule and filters water through to the wider base of the capsule. This is the opposite of Nespresso machines. I've dissected a capsule and there is a thin filter at the pointy tip to stop grounds from leaking into the drink. Not sure why Wacaco reversed the puncture orientation. Does the MiniPresso NS2 fix this?

[@BrodieVissers]

Ok, I think they must have done it because of the shape of the machine and to make it more compact, but I don't know as much about those technical details unfortunately

[@williamb1880]

I too have had this same problem with the Nanopresso with NS adapter. I believe that the reasons for this occurrence are: 1) the "waffle" on the NS adapter is not deep or angular enough to ensure good perforation of the foil, and 2) the inconsistent pressure caused by hand pumping can create a sudden spike in pressure that creates a tear in the foil on the top of the capsule. I think that a redesigned "waffle" would alleviate or lessen the problem. I don't have a Minipresso NS2, so cannot not say as to whether or not that issue has been fixed. But, there is another KZbin review of the Minipresso NS2 by John Anthony Jacob where you can see a closeup of the "waffle" and it does look significantly different from the Nanopresso NS adapter version. Additionally, I don't believe that you are correct with your understanding of the water flow within a genuine Nespresso machine. I believe that it is the same as what Wacaco is using. I have carefully dissected a genuine Nespresso capsule and found what appears to be a stretchy (latex?) membrane at the narrow end of the capsule. I think that this stretches around the puncture blades and prevents coffee granules from being ejected from the rear of the capsule as water enters under pressure. The membrane will stretch under water pressure, but then contract and almost seal as pressure drops.

[@LivingAbord]

Thanks for review😄

[@Brianwearsglasses]

I’m torn between this and the gr2. I do enjoy the ease of capsules it seems good for traveling not having to worry about the mess of grinds, but I’d also like the option of using my own, is there a conversion kit so that I could do both without having to buy separate machines?

[@paulbainjr]

It’s pretty cool for around 60 bucks Also off topic I like your sign on the wall behind you😂

[@GigiGg-ls6cj]

😂

[@ritaweygint4038]

I’m waiting for Wacaco to make something portable that uses ESE pods. Just coffee and paper to dispose of with ESE… BTW, I already have the Picopresso, and love it! (I tried an ESE pod in the Picopresso, and it was an epic FAIL LOL!)

[@brian1675]

Outin nano is nice with pro basket

[@chandy-kane]

I have a hard time unscrewing the bottom cap after used

[@BrodieVissers]

Yes, some of the older models had a bit of trouble, but also because of pressure. Try not screwing so tight next time and let me know how it goes

[@mubarakal-mansouri5979]

Is it compatible with Reusable capsules kit? Just wondering if you could do another video testing and see what the results?

[@parsaravanshad7315]

Dear Brodie, I have the same question! Did you have any experience with reusables? @BrodieVissers

[@BrodieVissers]

I’ll do some more tests and let you know! In my opinion, it’s better just to get the Nano or Mini GR. it comes with a built-in reusable capsule

[@robertsooijs]

Love capsules always fresh coffee and different taste's you never now what you'll feel like drinking love this little guy now my machine died on me after a long life this seemed a good idea it's great next one will be the pico! Great item

[@BrodieVissers]

Glad you liked it!

[@utkua]

How is it compared to actual nespresso machine? Also is there a gasket around the capsule slot, which can be good when using compatible capsules ?

[@christianlewisphotography6910]

I have the original black one you showed. The pumping on that one was tough for my wife to use. Is the new one the same?

[@petermycat]

I experience it does need some strengt and the use of two hands. For the rest: I like it a lot.

[@marcandsebe]

@@petermycatI have the middle one but it’s black. Quite tough to squeeze the pump.

[@petermycat]

@@marcandsebe I’ve got the latest model so far, the Minipresso NS2, I think it’s quite tough as well, and I’m fairly strong.

[@rafdannyboy]

Any chance this would work with the recyclable metal capsules?

[@BrodieVissers]

Apparently some but not all. If you want to load your own coffee, I suggest the Nanopresso. You can get a capsule adapter later too

[@axelfoo1]

Next time, record a review of the Tefal iron. Your shirts deserve it. 😂

[@BrodieVissers]

Haha irons are for stay at home baristas

[@pagecampbell2385]

My pump has stopped working do you know of a fix

[@aljoriz]

Try 1:1 ratio of hot water and white vinegar, put in the water tank pump..now do repeat but this time water only do it 3x

[@leniemontes9421]

Hi, can you please help me find the problem with my Minipresso NS2, i bought it new. Then used it once, but when im supposed to used it the second time, the water doesn't pressurised, it doesn't come out to where it supposed to be 😢

[@daniellebande6388]

Does anyone else have a problem opening it after it’s finished ?

[@SleepscapeSerenity]

Try to make sure all the pressure has been released

[@mostafasoliman4433]

Please I’m interested to buy which one should I buy old version or ns2 from your experience thanks so much

[@anujnandu7267]

Has anyone tried using refillable pods for this minipresso?

[@BrodieVissers]

There are some that do work. But better to wait for the next unit I think

[@shivamamla]

Worth buying this to take to college or spending some extra bucks and getting the nespresso Essenza Mini ?

[@BrodieVissers]

I would say anything that’s portable to me outweighs a bigger more expensive unit. This will do the exact same thing as electric machine, just requires a tiny bit of exercise, which is a good fit at college anyways!

[@avantikamishra2308]

Is it from the company nesspresso ?

[@BrodieVissers]

No, it’s from Wacaco, but Nespresso compatible

[@antonytyrell992]

I just bought one, after once using test, it doesn’t works!!!! I bought it specially for my long trip in Van and I wanted to use it and no coffeeeeee! 😠😡

[@Nightowl24h]

Do you think it is really worth updating from Minipresso NS1 to NS2? Btw.,I just noticed that you are in the official Minipresso NS2 video 😃

[@BrodieVissers]

Yes, it's true I work with Wacaco quite frequently. There are benefits to the NS2 for sure as I stated here, but if you have the NS1, updating I think would be mostly a preference thing. If it were up to me, I would try one of the other coffee makers that doesn't have the capsule, if you already have the NS1

[@Nightowl24h]

@@BrodieVissersMany thanks! 😃

[@ErikKruse1]

Excellent review! Thank you for making it. I'm using the Nanopresso with NS adapter at the moment and need to consider switching.... But I do have one question: With the NS adapter, I've found that sometimes the foil from the larger end of the capsule will stick to the ridges on the top of the Nanopresso. It's not a big deal, but it can make a small mess. Does the Minipresso NS2 also have this problem sometimes? Thanks again for your review! I've left a comment on your other video rundown of the whole Wacaco family of devices. I look forward to watching your videos!

[@BrodieVissers]

Hey Erik! So, I think if you already have Nanopresso with NS adapter, there won’t be much difference except that this one is even smaller. Function is the same :) And in honestly never had this issue with the foil sticking, I’ve used a range of different aluminum capsules, I guess the only thing I can say is that I stick the capsule punctured onto the prongs first. Maybe this makes a difference.

[@williamb1880]

Erik, I too have had this same problem with the Nanopresso with NS adapter. I believe that the reasons for this occurrence are: 1) the "waffle" on the NS adapter is not deep or angular enough to ensure good perforation of the foil, and 2) the inconsistent pressure caused by hand pumping can create a sudden spike in pressure that creates a tear in the foil on the top of the capsule. I think that a redesigned "waffle" would alleviate or lessen the problem. I don't have a Minipresso NS2, so cannot not say as to whether or not that issue has been fixed. But, there is another KZbin review of the Minipresso NS2 by John Anthony Jacob where you can see a closeup of the "waffle" and it does look significantly different from the Nanopresso NS adapter version.

[@lucaMMXI]

After 10-15 coffees it stopped piercing the capsules and clear water just oozes out constantly due to gravity even when not using the pump. To me that screams cheap plastic gimmick

[@cedricgobber9727]

Great video! Actually I guess you could have added the word "capsule" at the beginning of the video when you are saying "the smallest espresso brewer in the world", because the Picopresso seems smaller 😉. Isn't it?

[@BrodieVissers]

Haha yes it’s true, maybe a bit shorter, but this is thinner. Can fit it in your pocket easier ;)

[@cedricgobber9727]

@@BrodieVissers Thanks for your answer 👍

[@jlzab6914]

Opinel 👍🏻🇨🇵

[@mybotoitchi5048]

Looks like a decent dose of crema….

[@Bikebro1016]

Huge waste of time and money. I prefer the korean instant coffees. Much cheaper and easier to drink.

[@BrodieVissers]

Different taste though, instant doesn’t have a fresh taste for me

[@jargontaka]

Lololo

[@MrPilotRose]

Why Korean instant coffee of all things?

[@jonhjosephperez-qm2sp]

this is not really for everyone, only applicabke to person have some activity to have some coffee

[@JesseDriftwood]

Second 🥲

[@BrodieVissers]

Think you're FIRST bud!

[@abdolreza82]

These are all plastic. A huge drawback.

[@MsCellobass]

Your video is confusing