Hi guys, I just ordered this Nespresso machine from Amazon Italy. Was inspired to search the European Amazon sites after the Spanish Nespresso deal. This is very much the entry level into Nespresso - no milk frother is included (I suggest getting the $20 milk frother from Aldi!).
It comes to around 76 euro with delivery included and tax removed (as you are exporting from the EU). This is around A$100 at current exchange rates.
All Nespresso machines produce exactly the same quality coffee. The more expensive machines have bells and whistles - e.g. automatic coffee levels, etc. So if you are after a basic machine that produces good quality coffee, this is the one to get.
Compared to the $80 Expressi machine, I think this is definitely the way to go. The Nespresso coffee pods are more expensive, but the quality is better.
From all reports, the Aldi milk frother works fine, so it is definitely much better value than the Nespresso Aerocino (which around $100). Some purists will scoff at these milk frothers and prefer steam-based frothing (I'm looking at you Skamp from Whirlpool), but I personally think these frothers produce great milk froth.
I waited until I got a shipping confirmation before posting this deal. Delivery is meant to be express, so hopefully it will arrive sometime this week. I will post again when it arrives.
According to reports from the Amazon Spain deal, Krups machines come with an international warranty, which is fantastic. The only thing you need to worry about is getting an Australian plug (voltages are the same).
EDIT: 2 year international warranty confirmed by booklet in box - provided by Krups Australia.
Anyone know where I can get a milk frother other than Aldi? I'm over in Perth where there is no Aldi unfortunately :(