Do you have to use the E.S.E. pods or can regular espresso coffee also be used ?, I very much dislike the E.S.E. pods.In addition are you aware of any DC to AC converter available so that can be used in a regular house receptacle. Thanks Do you have to use the E.S.E. pods or can regular espresso coffee also be used ?, I very much dislike the E.S.E. pods.In addition are you aware of any DC to AC converter available so that can... » Read More Do you have to use the E.S.E. pods or can regular espresso coffee also be used ?, I very much dislike the E.S.E. pods.In addition are you aware of any DC to AC converter available so that can be used in a regular house receptacle. Thanks « Show Less
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You MUST use E.S.E pods with the Handpresso Auto Espresso maker. There are many brands of E.S.E. pods to choose from. Purchase a sampler set to find out what appeals to you. I also use this machine in my house and I am very satisfied with the results. To do this I bought a 13.8 VDC power supply from Radio Shack that plugs into an electrical socket, and a set of cables. Make sure the power supply has enough amperage -- mine has 19 amps -- otherwise you won't be able to run the machine. BTW, Handpresso makes another model (non-electric) that uses ground coffee. This works but the grind and the packing of the coffee must be perfect for good results :) You MUST use E.S.E pods with the Handpresso Auto Espresso maker. There are many brands of E.S.E. pods to choose from. Purchase a sampler set to find out what appeals to you. I also use this machine in my house and I am very satisfied with the results. To do this I bought a 13.8 VDC power supply from Radio Shack that plugs into an electrical socket, and a set of cables. Make sure the power supply has enough amperage -- mine has 19 amps -- otherwise you won't be able to run the machine. BTW, Handpresso makes another model (non-electric) that uses ground coffee. This works but the grind and... » Read More You MUST use E.S.E pods with the Handpresso Auto Espresso maker. There are many brands of E.S.E. pods to choose from. Purchase a sampler set to find out what appeals to you. I also use this machine in my house and I am very satisfied with the results. To do this I bought a 13.8 VDC power supply from Radio Shack that plugs into an electrical socket, and a set of cables. Make sure the power supply has enough amperage -- mine has 19 amps -- otherwise you won't be able to run the machine. BTW, Handpresso makes another model (non-electric) that uses ground coffee. This works but the grind and the packing of the coffee must be perfect for good results :) « Show Less
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it does use pods for espresso, the DC AC converter is not your problem, its the espresso maker the problem it self, it will not work in all car batteries and the same applies to DC AC converter, Frankly its not a good product
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I would think pods only, would be very messy otherwise, no built in filter/basket. And Amazon sells converts that makes is compatible with house current. It is such a conversation piece, in addition to being the most spectacular thing in a car!!!
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We've only used the pods... you'll need a 12v DC to 120 AC that supports 140 watts. One of the cheaper models will just pop their internal fuse.
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I haven't even used it:( I thought I was buying a traditional single serve coffee maker that uses ground coffee. This machine uses coffee pods, but the Keurig style pods, are too big. I'm not sure where to buy the slimmer style pods that this machine uses, but I honestly haven't looked either.
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You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee... » Read More You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 « Show Less
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I've never used the pods but I'm not sure they would work. The 3" filter is filled to the brim to make 6 cups or an adapter is used to make 3 cups. When they say 6 cups, it's not really 6 full cups. It's 6 small espresso cups. The whole maker is smaller than you'd expect. We use ground Cafe Bustelo $4.99 at Kroger. Bright yellow can. Had been using whole bean Trader Joes, Starbucks, and tried several more expensive brands. No need. This makes a very good and strong coffee. We love our maker. Use it every morning. Little more of a hassle to clean than with using a pod or paper filter. Depends on how much you love good coffee.
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My vue500 stopped working suddenly as it would just not power on. I was told by Keurig that if I used 3rd party accessories it would void the warranty, so beware of providing that information. I see in the comments that the needle can get clogged with coffee grounds, but I don't understand how this would prevent the machine from powering on. Anyway, they did send me a new coffee maker, and before I send the old one back I will look to see if the needle is clogged. I hope they can come up with a better adaptor- the k-cups are cheaper! But I do love the metal filter for using my own coffee - works wonderfully well that way! My vue500 stopped working suddenly as it would just not power on. I was told by Keurig that if I used 3rd party accessories it would void the warranty, so beware of providing that information. I see in the comments that the needle can get clogged with coffee grounds, but I don't understand how this would prevent the machine from powering on. Anyway, they did send me a new coffee maker, and before I send the old one back I will look to see if the needle is clogged. I hope they can come up with a better adaptor- the k-cups are cheaper! But I do love the metal filter for using my own coffee -... » Read More My vue500 stopped working suddenly as it would just not power on. I was told by Keurig that if I used 3rd party accessories it would void the warranty, so beware of providing that information. I see in the comments that the needle can get clogged with coffee grounds, but I don't understand how this would prevent the machine from powering on. Anyway, they did send me a new coffee maker, and before I send the old one back I will look to see if the needle is clogged. I hope they can come up with a better adaptor- the k-cups are cheaper! But I do love the metal filter for using my own coffee - works wonderfully well that way! « Show Less
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Either you buy a good grinder and make your own espresso with whole beans or you buy already ground espresso. I don't think you can use pods. Go to Krups website and look at their specs for the model you want along with user videos on YouTube.
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Make sure your pod is inserted in the correct way & that you are pressing the correct button for the type of coffee you are making eg, brew is only the bottom 3rd button & buttons 1 & 2 are for espresso only. Be careful not to mix them up.
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This model is primarily for use with ground coffee (I buy Starbucks Pike Place whole beans and grind the beans myself) or "E.S.E." (Easy Serving Espresso) pods like those from Illy or Lavazza ESE pods, which are paper pods that meet the ESE specification. You cannot use K-cups or other pods designed for coffee brewing machines.
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It just so happens that I still have the carton! On the Carton it reads "120V 60Hz 1460W. It has a 3 prong grounded plug. IT IS NOT 220V.By the way, I LOVE IT! I had a Keuruig which I just gave away. I also have a Nespresso which I love also, but just for espresso and STRONG coffee. If you want a unit for coffee, just coffee, with many choices of type and ground, I would recommend the Nespresso. If you like all of the flavored drinks like Choccoccino, Machinatto, Flavord Cappuccino, buy the Nescafe.
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Hi. I am English and have owned a Nespresso machine for 4 years and it is 220V. However I ordered one from Amazon.com (USA site not UK) for my son who lives in Texas and it has a US fitting. Hope that helps. Nespresso have a good website which you could contact for more information. Once you have drunk Nespresso coffee you will never enjoy coffee anywhere, ever again, believe me!! Good Luck, Jane Bond
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Don't see why not. I use pods in my keurig, just get either the E-Z cup or the Pod Holster. I put about 1 tbl of drip grind coffee in the pod. Be sure to follow the instructions on the Pod holster on how to fit the pod in. Makes a great cup of coffee and much cheaper than buying the prefilled pods or k-cups. I like the fact that I can make a bunch of pods up ahead of time, then just pull one from the fridge, stick it in the E-Z Cup and brew away. (I have both the Hamilton Beach single serve and a Keurig and wanted something I could use in both.)
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I live in the UK and have a vacation home in Florida. I love our Keurig, I've advised Keurig they're missing a trick by not selling to the UK and European market. Anyhow, we have a power "inverter" already that reduces 220v down to 110v for some less powerful electrical items we've taken back over the years. After a little research we are buying another Keurig Machine to take back. At 1500 watts you need to get an inverter that handles that amount of power. Check out 220-electronics.com. I'm buying the inverter here in the US also, way-way cheaper than buying in the UK and probably the rest of Europe, be mindful they are heavy. Inverters/transformers/converters, call them watt you like, they work fine. A bit bulky to have on a counter top possibly but I've figured out a way to hide mine and feed it to an electrical socket..... Happy Days!!
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There's an optional adapter for regular coffee but i haven't tried it. i've only used the k-cups.
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I am not sure what you man by "regular cup of coffee" as this could mean different things to different people I suppose. The Nepresso pods and Citiz machine are geared toward making strictly espresso and or latte beverages. So if I understand you correctly then my answer would be "no" you cannot. This is, presumably, the reason why Nespresso has developed their new system Vertuoline which does that but uses a different type of pod than the previous models.
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Just brewed three cups of coffee with our new Suncana and with the 10g Baronet pod - a little foam. With the Senseo 7g pod - a little foam. Nothing compared to the old broken Senseo. So how are people raving about "It's like a latte"? "Great crema." Not ours. Called the company and they mentioned another pod holder, an espresso pod holder, thatis on their store site for $9.99. They readily admitted that the standard pod holder produces only a little foam (the one that comes with the machine). So it is disappointing.
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There is an adapter so you may use K-Cups but I was not pleased with the results.There were grounds in the coffee after a few uses. I have gone back to the pods which are not as available as the K-Cups.I feel the pods work better.
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You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled.