Customer Ratings & Reviews

TL;DR - A great choice for the home coffee lover who wants a super-automatic, easy to use espresso and coffee maker in one device that's super easy to use and produces quality drinks. Just make sure you have sufficient counter height and width clearance to refill the top-loading bean hopper, remove the side-loading water tank and access the accessory storage on both sides of the machine. The Ninja Cafe Luxe premier is the latest kitchen appliance from Ninja for the coffee lover. It can create espresso and coffee drinks without all of the fuss and mess usually found in most home machines. It automatically grinds and doses the cofeee, and steams the milk and has several innovative and very useful design features that make this a great choice for the home coffee enthusiast. After the initial setup process, I can make a double, single or quad espresso or up to an 18 oz. drip coffee in two (or three with steamed milk) button presses and a simple move-and-twist to lock in the portafilter into the machine. The Ninja will automatically grind, measure, weigh and dose the coffee into the portafilter. Then it's a simple tamping using the included spring loaded tamper, twist and lock the portafilter onto the brewhead and one button push to extract the shot. The Ninja's barista assist technology automatically monitors and adjusts the grind and brew based on the last three drinks made, to ensure you always get optimal, quality results. Clean up is simple as well. Detach the portafilter, tap the portafilter over the trash or bangbox (not included) to dispose the puck, rinse and air dry. They included thoughtful design features too, such as a built in storage for the tamper, dosing funnel and double and luxe portafilter baskets, cleaning brush and disc in the machine. The top of the machine also has a cup warming area and the water tank has a built in handle that makes it easy to remove and carry the tank to the sink to wash and refill. Ninja has an excellent online setup and support guide with videos that show you how to complete the setup and calibration of the machine, how to brew drinks and complete the periodic maintenance process common to all coffee and espresso machines (cleaning and descaling). The box includes everything you need except coffee! My only issues with the machine are the power cord is non-removable, doesn't have a flat plug design and the cord is somewhat short (approx. 3 feet). Also, the drip tray is one piece and can be tricky to remove and carry to the sink without spilling if it's full.

So having the Ninja & Delonghi I can compare the 2 as in-site. The Ninja Luxe is a great looking quality machine. The grinding process is awesome with its bean detection. Process is a little more as you need to be a little more hands on vs Delonghi, but not a big deal. Ninja offers bigger sizes as with Delonghi you have to repeat options to make more coffee etc. Temp is super hot w/ Luxe. I haven’t tried the Froth process yet but guessing it’s great as well- Delonghi does make easy great Froth beverages & does it automatically. Delonghi is self cleaning as Luxe needs a little wipe down. Both machines are good looking w/ 2 different looks- see pic. I honestly like the look of Ninja. Pros: ( ninja vs Evo) -can see beans in hopper - grinding aspect -temp Delonghi (vs Luxe) - easy clean up, clean catch trays for water / pucks every few days ( depends on use) -self cleans nozzles, but uses more water. -ease of use after start up press button ( if settings are set) -Frother is easy on / off & can save in bottle what you don’t use that day ( self cleans) Cons: - Ninja takes a little more to clean - get Errors w/ Delonghi which is sometimes annoying- unplug & they go away. -Delonghi pucks drop into holder awkwardly so sometimes error says tray “full” fault when there are only 4 pucks in catch. Overall both units are great. Delonghi w/ frother is $200 more. Looks, I like the Ninja. Overall both do something great. As a coffee drinker I favor the Luxe because of taste & size options.

The Ninja Luxe Café Premier Series 3-in-1 Espresso, Coffee, and Cold Brew Machine with Integrated Grinder and Scale, and Hands-Free Frother takes the cake! This coffee machine does everything it advertises. Kit includes a Tamper, 2 different grinder capsules and a water testing kit. The design is wonderful. It is clean and does not take up a terrible amount of counter space. The overall look can blend with many different design. 1) Espresso- The quality and consistency is magnificent. The espresso is smooth, sweet and at a perfect temperature each pour. 2) Over Ice- The coffee had a good flavor and wasn't overly watered down. 3) Frothing- The frothing feature is great and work very well. The different options between types of milk is a great bonus. 4) Grinding- The Grinder can hold a full bag of beans and has an air tight seal to maintain freshness. Grinder consistency is a 10. The machine will tell you what setting it recommends based on what type of brew you want. I recommend you follow what the machine recommends. 5) Cleaning- Cleaning the Frother is a must after each use, simply do the purge function. I also recommend you wipe the brewer spout after each brew as to not allow coffee grounds to build up, this will affect the flavor and consistency.

I'll start off by mentioning that this is my first real foray into owning a higher end at home machine. I do have a basic latte/cappuccino unit from another company, but it doesn't get hot enough to where the carbon dioxide gas actually develops a top layer crema. So this is more or less a significant upgrade from what was my previous daily routine. I have used manual pour over units for coffee/expresso, but the time and effort it took was a significant given I needed to heat up water and attempt to have a steady hand at 5-6am.. Yeah it wasn't happening. Enter.. the Ninja Luxe Cafe. INITIAL THOUGHTS: This unit is VERY large and heavy once the water and beans are dispersed. The spot you pick is going to be fairly permanent. I already had to move mine over to the other side of my kitchen as the location where my previous latte/cap maker stood was making it hard navigate water refills and clean daily. Not much else to say other than it is fairly straight forward and well built. Setup will require you to use water test strips to dial in water hardness for initial prep. This setting seems to have a lot to do with the automatic grind size after 1st-2nd cup. PROS: -Fairly consistent pour, though there are times where the expresso gets bitter from over prepping via trying to perfect my tampering. You only really need 1 press and a twist. -I had the machine for around a week and the "Barista Assist technology" is still trying to figure out the perfect grind size. Started at 12 and ended up working down to 08 over time (heavy use). I'm not sure if this is 100% optimal as I've gotten better early pours, but it does crema and taste decent with my choice of milk and syrups. -The grinder does seem to be quite consistent for a double shot based on weight. It's likely not the best design relative to certain hand units, but good for those that want a quick expresso run without much fuss. -Frothing is better than my previous machine.. Very consistent foam based on selection. -Top metal plate area doubles as a cup warmer or storage. CONS: -I had a bad first experience making coffee with the standard "quad shot" tray. I haven't really gone back to it as I've been enjoying the double shot expresso, but this might need more adjustment than trying to dial in the standard doubles. -Be prepared for tons of splatter on the stainless steal portion in middle of unit. I generally have to clean my machine daily because of this. -The unit will purge its frothing wand after every use. This is generally a good thing, but the bottom tray will fill up with water fairly quick and need to be dumped. It can get repetitive and annoying unless you're on top of your game with machine maintenance. -Chrome coated expresso tray will scratch easily with standard types of ceramic coffee cups. I would only recommend glass bottom expresso or latte cups when filling during double shot runs. -My unit came with an "offset" portafilter assembly. The marketing videos have a more left perfect 90 degree, but mine seems to have a right bias when in dead center "lock" position. I confirmed this is normal machine tolerance with Ninja, but it's a little annoying given the drip residue is "off center". I Might just be a little OCD here to be fair... Other units from competitors have same type of issue I think.. so not really the biggest con, but it wont be perfect to that 90 degree threshold as videos and marketing show. Tolerance to individual units! -Might need more test strips if you switch water to a different brand or use different bottle waters from multiple brands. SUBJECTIVE TASTE: As I mentioned above, I only really use this machine for double shot and I think it's quite decent. I will eventually change my water from filtered to spring water and try to find a local bean roaster for the freshest beans. The machine can crema (don't over prep) and does make decent brews with off the shelve "dunkin" whole beans, but I feel like I'm wasting a little potential here. I will have to experiment with standard coffee on the quad shots long term. Again, I use this machine mainly for expresso, but my first round of coffee was a tad subpar as noted. I think I'll eventually let the "Barista Asist" try to do its job here, but I'm more of a latte and cappuccino person anyway. OVERALL: I think Ninja went into this with a long term purpose and goal of making the best value Semi-Automatic expresso maker on market. You can tell there is a lot of love and passion in some of the design elements down to the grinder tray and portafilter. Each unit is also checked from factory/assembly before being shipped out, so you shouldn't worry that there's coffee residue on the head assembly as its "pre checked" before being sent out. I've been enjoying this machine quite a bit (first week) and I hope that I can improve my skills in making the perfect morning/afternoon drinks. There are obvious cons here and there and you should be aware of them, but I'm sure Ninja as a company will support any issue long term. It's not the perfect machine, but it also offers significant value given the US market lacks solid options relative to European brands and pricing. This unit will disrupt the market heavily in my opinion. Giving this a solid 4/5.

If you love coffee and would like to make your own and skip the big businesses, this is the perfect Espresso, Coffee and Cold Brew machine to own! I've had mine for 3 months now and I have no regrets and I've improved with making my own coffee. Also, once you've made 200 lattes, you've gotten your money's worth and you get to save from buying coffee outside.

I am absolutely thrilled with this purchase. I have been living with it for over a month and have had no issues. The machine comes with excellent setup guides and how-to materials that make calibration and use simple. I was brewing within minutes! I really enjoy how ergonomic it is - that each accessory has a little home built intelligently into the machine, how easy it is to take it apart for cleaning, how much it does while also not taking up too much counter space. I haven't tried the cold brew yet, but the quality of drip coffee and espresso drinks are excellent. As a former barista, I thought I would miss the ability to foam milk (manually) on my own, but I really enjoy not having to manage that. The quality of foam is also great and it's amazing to not have to monitor if you step away as it knows when the right temperature is reached. Of course, there are all kinds of ways you can customize the settings - a deep dive on YouTube will show dozens of tutorials that get into the weeds of customizing the strength of espresso or the brew temperature but honestly, straight out of the box this thing delivers! I waited for months hoping on a Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal but couldn't wait any longer and I believe it is worth the money. The number of Ninja appliances I have at home is growing and it's easy to see why, they are all great!

This machine is perfect for someone who wants to start making their own espressos but is afraid of a more manual machine. My old Keurig machine is on its way out and I really wanted to start making more of my own coffee at home including espressos. This machine manually weighs and grinds the coffee for you. That is what made me decide to purchase it over the Bambino Plus. The only missing feature is a hot water dispenser. I drink a lot of tea as well and it would have been nice to use it for tea. Overall I do not regret my purchase and I’m hoping that’ll it will be included in the next update.

If you are a coffee aficionado, coffee connoisseur, or coffeeholic who enjoys all aspects of coffee, including different types of beans, roasts, brewing methods, and coffee drinks, then this is the coffee system for you. If you are a coffee wannabe who is a bit intimidated by grinding coffee beans, doesn’t quite understand the difference between iced coffee and cold brew, brewed coffee and espresso, and couldn’t distinguish a cappuccino from a latte or macchiato, this is also the machine for you! The Ninja Luxe Café is barista assist technology from start to finish. It is the ultimate guided experience that simplifies the process of creating café-quality drinks at home from grinding coffee beans to spooning cold foam over coffee. To start simply, you can make drip coffee (classic, rich or iced) and cold brew (cold pressed espresso or coffee) in the following amounts 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 ounces. The adjustable cup tray with 3 different levels and the removable central tray accommodates cups of different sizes. For the next level, try the espresso (double or quad shot). This no-guesswork process (set-up, grind, tamp, brew, froth) can easily be mastered by any newbie with the Quick Start Guide and Inspiration Guide booklet. How about adding grinding your own beans? Not sure how much? Let barista assist help with the 25 grind settings, grind size recommendations, weight-based dosing, and brew adjustments for temperature (dark vs light roasts) and pressure. No need to purchase separate items as the portafilter and built-in scale come with the system. So does the tamper to deliver the perfect puck for a high-quality shot and the milk jug for froth. The tamper and funnel store on the side of the machine while the brew baskets, brush and cleaning disc hide away in the built-in storage compartment. One of the first things you do after unpacking the unit and thoroughly cleaning all items is test your water hardiness with the test strip in the starter kit. Program that into your machine before you make your first cup. You also need to run a water flush. Periodically you will need to descale the machine and run a clean cycle with the enclosed cleaning disc. The starter kit comes with some descaling powder and 2 cleaning tablets. After those run out, you will need to purchase more. Ninja is notorious for its amazing recipe guides with clear step-by-step directions, ample illustrations and images, difficulty level, brew & froth time, QR codes for additional videos, recipes, and tips for cleaning & maintenance. Try a cold-pressed espresso martini or iced coffee with salted caramel cold foam. While I hate to clutter up my countertop, this stainless-steel unit is compact and attractive. Because I use it every day, it has earned a permanent spot next to the stove. If you think the price is high, just add up the round-trip mileage to coffee shops, time in the car and drive through, and cost of the fancy coffees you bought for a week. Then multiply that by 52. And that is just one year. The unit is portable enough that you can bring it on vacation or to other people’s houses. You will be the hit of the party as the after-dinner barista. If you put out a tip jar, the unit will pay for itself very quickly!

I hope Luxe becomes a new product line from Ninja, because this espresso machine makes a great brew and has the fit and finish of much more expensive ones. Design wise, it has the elegance of classic chrome espresso machines with digital elements nicely blended in. The rotary dials and buttons have a solid stiffness to them and all of the metal elements have a sturdy weight and feel. Turning the portafilter all of the way into the locked position seems a little too stiff though. I know it should be tight, but I have to hold the machine down with one hand while I turn the portafilter handle with the other or else I’ll turn the whole machine. That’s really the only knock on it, but I’m hoping it’ll loosen up as I use it more and it breaks in. I love the integrated storage compartments for the tamper, funnel, basket and cleaning brush. It means I don’t need to find a special place to keep them and are therefore much less likely to get lost. But where this machine really shines is the coffee (and auto frother!). BREWS The espresso is strong and flavorful with options for a single, quad, and cold-pressed. It produces a nice crema with Lavazza espresso beans, but those aren’t my favorite beans so I’m looking forward to trying others. The bean hopper is removable for easy cleaning and it makes it easy to dump and swap out the beans early if I really wanted to. On the coffee end of the spectrum the brews available are classic, rich, over ice, and cold brew. I especially like the cold brew during this heatwave which goes great over ice. There’s even a cold frothing option which works astoundingly well and adds a great texture over an iced cold brew. I will warn you that while the coffee and espresso is outstanding, be prepared to go through beans quickly. Apparently it takes a lot of grounds to make a quality brew, but it’s well worth it. If you like your cappuccinos or lattes, or just foam, you’ll appreciate the milk jug and auto frother. Even the jug itself has some thought put into it with grooves on the inside and outside that measures ounces and recommendations for cappuccino or latte. Put it into the machine, select between dairy or non-dairy, your desired froth level and press start. A vortex immediately begins in the jug and in about a minute it whips up the perfect froth. No longer am I working the steamer wand pretending like I know what I’m doing. No, this thing froths. And as much as I used to tease people about needing foam in their coffee, it really does make it better. Going out for coffee feels pointless now and the money saved from those trips will probably offset the cost of this machine within a year. FEATURES Ninja calls this a 3-in-1 machine, because it brews espresso, coffee, and cold brew but it actually does a bit more. It has a removable bean hopper and burr grinder for that freshly ground taste. There’s a funnel you put on the portafilter and rest the whole thing in a cradle that automatically senses which basket you’re using (double or luxe) and recommends what grind size to use based on your chosen brew. The instructions are funny, because Ninja seemingly takes their coffee so seriously that they recommend throwing out the first 2 espressos made because they were calibration brews. I love it. But despite having digital elements and “Barista Assist Technology” this isn’t a fully automatic one touch espresso machine. You still need to tamp the grounds in the portafilter for an espresso, or keep it loose and level for coffee or cold brews. But overall, as long as you’re remotely tech friendly it should be a pretty easy machine to use. The screen even tells you which basket (double or luxe) to use for the brew chosen so I don’t need to reference a manual. Locking the portafilter into place takes a bit of effort, but I’m hoping it gets easier as it breaks in. Aside from selecting between espresso, coffee, and cold brew, there’s also a few customization options like brew temperature, brew strength, and milk temperature for the frother. There’s also dedicated buttons for descale and cleaning which should make maintenance a breeze. OVERALL I highly recommend this machine if you like coffee. It’s not a one touch espresso machine, but it’s simple enough to use and makes an impressive brew. Ninja has taken their fit and finish to another level with the Luxe Café and I sincerely hope this is a sign of things to come. It’s an impressive machine and now a beloved friend. I highly recommend this machine if you’re in the market. PROS - Delicious espresso and coffee - Makes a quick cold brew - Convenient auto frother - Adjustable bean grinder - Easy to find clean and descale modes for maintenance - High end fit and finish - Integrated accessories storage - Well thought out design - Impresses relatives CONS - Portafilter to group head connection too stiff - Need to turn machine off/on to change brew style after grinding beans - Sooooo many beans

I am not a coffee expert, but I like to experiment with various coffee beans and ways to make many types of coffees. Based on my experience, I have found that coffee is hugely impacted by how finely the coffee is ground and how consistent the grind is. Pre-ground coffee normally tastes stale to me, so I usually use a hand crank conical burr grinder. It’s a trial-and-error process to determine the best grind, so I was excited to try this all included Ninja Luxe Café Premier Series Coffee maker. As expected, the setup was pretty easy. I was able to get the machine up and running quickly. I noticed extra purged water would store in the bottom half of the machine in a tray for easy removal and cleaning. The first thing I made was an espresso. I have to admit the espresso was better tasting than when I grind the beans myself. I am not sure if the taste was better because of the more consistent grind, the nice included damper, or the machine. The next coffee I tried was a cold brew. I normally “brew” at room temperature for about 10 to 11 hours. This brew did not taste as strong or complex as the brew I am used to making. I could see myself using this in a pinch, but it is no substitute for the way I typically make cold brew. I am not a fan of hot coffees, so I did not try many of the other options. I am excited to try some of the other coffees in the recipe book, and I believe this machine would make a lot of rapid-made coffees better with the consistent grind and recommended adjustments. I will note that while cleaning, you will want to turn the machine off before removing and cleaning the drip tray. While cleaning the tray, I turned the machine off only to discover a stream of water dripping in an area where the tray would have collected it. Overall, this machine is great and makes coffee better than I could. I gladly recommend this coffee machine; however, I will continue making my cold brew to brew at room temperature.

This machine looks intimidating but it is fairly easy after watching the tutorial. Makes the best espresso along with drip coffee, cold brew, quad shots, and iced espresso. So many different ways to use this machine and is so worth the money!

This is absolutely the best machine. It makes the best espresso, drip coffee and cold brew! The frother is by far the best one I have used. Seems to be made well, I have had zero problems with it.

Absolutely amazing it works great and gets the job done for what I need

I would give this more stars if I could. I previously purchased a machine that was 2X more than this. It took me a week to get my coffee right. This machine was perfect right out of the box. I absolutely love it. So easy to use. Perfect drinks every time. Highly recommend. Ninja doesn't disappoint on this one.

It is a good one for your kitchen. I highly recommend it.

Starbucks who????!!!! Coffee roaster runs???!!! Admittedly, I'm a bit of a coffee snob (Navy/Cop dad - it's written in my DNA)... Dad drank sludge - I was stubbornly determined to make my caffeine addiction take a different path... It happens... When my brother-in-law suggested this machine, I thought what the heck.. That's 2mos of avoiding those runs and it's paid for... Christmas present for hubby... new year's resolution... blah, blah, blah... Here's the kicker - We save nothing!!! Everybody in the house loves it so much, I still have to make the coffee roaster runs quite frequently for the fresh beans... Worth it!!! The coffees are so smoothe and rich with this machine... Everything from cold brew to espressos, to lattes and cappuccinos... delicate where it needs to be and bold when that punch is needed... Better than barista quality! This is THE ONE! Easy to use perfection!

"**5 stars - Stealthy Coffee, Not So Stealthy Machine** If you want a coffee maker that's quieter than a ninja, this isn't it. But if you want one that sounds like a ninja throwing stars at a drum set while brewing the best cup of coffee you've ever had, then look no further! This machine wakes you up before the coffee does, and honestly, that's efficiency I didn't know I needed. Plus, the noise doubles as a morning alarm – who needs a rooster when you have this bad boy? But coffee is worth every decibel!"

I see plenty of reviews with details on all the features so I'll skip that stuff. It definitely can make any coffee drink ever, the different ones I've tried all taste great, but that's not why I'm so happy and am begging my spouse to let me keep it. I love how this thing is built. Every time I dreamed about being able to make a drink that tasted as good as a coffee shop (espresso and some frothy milk), all the products felt like two options: 1. Metal and sturdy, but you need a PhD to get things just right; 2. Simple to use, but cheap plastic and impossible to clean. I also really hate "smart" devices and touch screens that have a million ways to break and annoy you. I want buttons and knobs, not some AI deciding to "add a hazelnut flavor splash based on my recent vibes" THANK YOU Ninja for building the coffee maker I wished every other coffee maker was. It's metal and sturdy, but it tells me exactly what to do, with BUTTONS AND KNOBS! It says how/when to clean things, then I can easily take those things apart and wash/clean them! I wish new cars were like this. I wish so many other new devices were like this. I appreciate the Shark/Ninja stuff I've bought before and how long they've all lasted. This coffee maker feels like it will last a long time too. And it better, because now I'm making perfect lattes every morning without understanding how and I'm spoiled.

Best purchase I’ve made in a while. Thought I wanted a Delongi and had been doing homework a couple of months. Heard about this machine and kinda reluctantly pulled the trigger after reading about problems others were having. We love this thing in every respect! I believe problems most people spoke about resulted primarily from not reading and following directions. Also advise watching YouTube videos from people who know what they’re doing. It’s not difficult at all to use or learn to be perfect at, but you do have to be willing to learn. Don’t just pull it out of the box, plug it in, and expect a Starbucks to appear in your kitchen. There does seem to be some legitimate problems people may have with the grinding motor, but nearly all state that the manufacturer is easy to work with. One negative thing I can mention, if you want items from shark related to this such as cleaning tablets they seem to always be out of stock. Many alternatives are available from other sources.

I’m absolutely in LOVE with this machine. It makes it so simple to make espresso. I haven’t even used all the features like making cold brew and coffee yet love the frother and the fact that it has milk type adjustments.