Nespresso, Aeroccino4 milk frother Schiuma latte, in silver, code 4192

Product Information

The Capresso will froth up to 10 ounces of milk at once, or heat up to 14 ounces. A BPA-free and dishwasher-safe plastic carafe sits atop an electric base, allowing you to heat up to 12 ounces of liquid (without frothing). The device offers three foam settings: cold, warm and hot. It has two disc attachments, one optimized for heating and the other for frothing (it’s got longer tines, which get more air into your milk); the one you aren’t using stores magnetically under the machine. The Capresso produces excellent foam, though it is slower than other models. It also has a specialized hot chocolate setting, which lets you add chocolate chips or chunks after the initial heading process to produce a glass of cocoa. If you are looking for a high-capacity machine at a reasonable price (or you’re really into hot chocolate), the Capresso could be for you. Like most handheld frothers, it's lightweight, small enough to easily store away, and cleaning takes seconds since you only have to spin it in soapy water. We found the grip extremely comfortable, as well. One nice detail that sets the ElitaPro frother apart is that it comes with a whisk for eggs, so you can use it for more than just beverages. That said, the countertop models are just a lot easier to use and more versatile than the wands, and what we would recommend for the vast majority of home coffee enthusiasts (even the Bodum Lateo might make more sense in a kitchen since you can heat milk in it). But if you need something very small (maybe you take a manual espresso machine camping or you have a tiny kitchen) you should be satisfied with a wand-style frother.

If you have the time to be more hands-on, you can go the cheaper route and buy a hand-held frother like the Powerlix frother or the Matcha DNA. Do not Buy the Nespresso Aeroccino Milk Frother If… For example, Aeroccino 4 has two hot frothing options so that you can have more control over the texture of your desired froth. If you’re big into latte art or are on the hunt for that perfect espresso drink, this is a huge plus! Inside the Nespresso Aeroccino 4 milk frother, the max lines for milk foam preparation is 120ml/4oz, and for non-foam heated milk is 240ml/8oz. This amount is sufficient to make one to two drinks at a time. Face Value

Key Features of Nespresso Aeroccino4 Frother

In a traditional steam wand, the texture of the foam is determined by the position of the steam wand’s tip relative to the surface of the milk. The more exposed the tip is, the larger your bubbles will be. You’ll get a good consistency on a milk frother, but it’s limited to the device settings. I also noticed that the milk comes out very hot on the Nespresso Aeroccino 3 — about 150-160 F, while you want 140-150 F max for steamed milk.

However, the Aeroccinos don’t provide the same level of control and customization as a traditional wand. Using a steam wand is a learning curve, but you can deliver the perfect aeration and stretch the milk exactly to your liking. That matters as different milk (dairy, oat, etc) froth differently, and a solid heating element can produce some excellent steam for microfoam. Whichever you choose, you’ll be sure to have a quality frother that will take your espresso drinks to the next level!

Nespresso Aeroccino4 Frother Review: An In-Depth Look

For coffee lovers who prefer their milk foam a specific way, the Nespresso Aeroccino4 Milk Frother is an excellent choice. This top-rated device offers a wide range of options for your next latte, cappuccino, and more. It has settings for cold foam, hot milk, hot medium foam, and hot dense foam. We tested each setting and were impressed all around. The foam was rich and had small bubbles that held up for several minutes—longer than the majority of milk frothers tested. The Aeroccino 4 is the winner in this group, because it can offer more frothing options. There are four settings on its base for making foam of various textures.