Ninja CFN601C Espresso & Coffee System with 19-Bar Pressure, Frother and 12-Cup Carafe

For households that want both espresso drinks and a full pot of coffee, the Ninja CFN601C brings capsule brewing and ground coffee together in one countertop system. Choose Nespresso Original capsules for espresso-style drinks, or use coffee grounds for a single cup, a travel mug or the 12-cup carafe. That range makes it practical for a quick personal brew as well as serving coffee to guests.

A built-in fold-away frother adds another way to prepare café-style drinks at home, while the adjustable cup tray accommodates different cup heights.

Pros

The main advantage is choice without switching between separate espresso and drip coffee machines. Use a capsule when you want an espresso, lungo or iced espresso, then switch to grounds for a Classic, Rich or Over Ice coffee. With nine ground-coffee brew sizes, it’s easy to match a smaller serving to a larger carafe for a shared breakfast or a get-together.

The 19-bar pressure system is designed to brew espresso with crema, and the fold-away frother lets you make cappuccinos, lattes and flat whites. The adjustable tray can be set for a single espresso or a travel mug up to 7 in, helping the machine suit different daily routines. Buyers often highlight the coffee and espresso, versatility, appearance and ease of use. Some also raise concerns about value and durability, while views on reliability vary.

Key features

This system accepts ground coffee and Nespresso Original capsules. Capsule brewing offers Espresso (1.35 oz), Lungo (3.75 oz) and Over Ice (1 oz) styles. For grounds, choose Classic, Rich or Over Ice, with sizes ranging from a cup to a travel mug or the 12-cup carafe. The result is a setup that can serve both people who prefer capsule espresso and those who want brewed coffee from grounds.

Want one machine to cover a weekday espresso and coffee for a group? The separate brewing options make that routine straightforward: prepare a capsule drink for one person, or brew a carafe when several cups are needed. A removable water reservoir supports everyday filling, and the used-capsule storage bin holds up to 20 capsules for convenient collection before recycling.

Compared with choosing a dedicated espresso maker or a drip coffee machine, the CFN601C combines both approaches. Its included components are a carafe, filter, Ninja Smart Scoop™, removable water reservoir and used-capsule storage bin.

Usage tips

Select the brewing method to suit the drink: use a compatible Nespresso Original capsule for espresso styles, or ground coffee for Classic, Rich and Over Ice brews. Set the adjustable cup tray to suit the cup or travel mug, and choose the ground-coffee size that fits the occasion—from an individual serving to the carafe. For milk-based drinks, use the built-in frother to prepare cappuccinos, lattes or flat whites. The used-capsule bin keeps spent capsules together until you’re ready to recycle them.

Is it worth it?

Worth considering if you want the flexibility to make capsule espresso, brewed coffee and frothy milk drinks from one appliance. The combination is especially useful in a home where drink preferences differ, or where coffee for guests is as relevant as a single morning cup. Its 12-cup carafe handles group servings, while the range of capsule and ground-coffee styles supports smaller, more personal drinks. For a household that values variety across espresso and coffee without choosing a single brewing format, the Ninja CFN601C offers a practical all-in-one approach.