The Real Cost of Using a Nespresso Machine

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Though I am a dedicated daily Dunkin' Donuts consumer, that doesn't mean I don't make coffee at home. I'm a little coffee freak: I'll buy pre-made caffeine confections and brew my own on the same day. Nothing can stop my caffeine habit, not even financial barriers.

When I want to caffeinate at home, I use a Nespresso machine, which is more expensive to buy upfront than some other coffeemakers—but the initial investment isn't the only chunk of change associated with using it.