Lavazza's A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is the tiniest coffee machine I've ever
tested, and brews a delicious espresso but there's one sustainability catch you should know about

Date:
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:53:13 +0000

Description:
Lavazza's A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is a super compact espresso machine, and very reasonably priced, but its plastic capsules are harder to recycle than I'd like.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo: one-minute review The Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is
an exceptionally small capsule coffee maker, which brews espresso using the company's own A Modo Mio pods. These vacuum-packed capsules are available in
a wide variety of coffee types, roasts, and blends, but unlike Nespresso capsules, there are no elaborate brews with added flavors to choose from.

That's no bad thing in my opinion, because the Jolie Evo produces some of the best espresso I've had from a pod machine, and flavored coffees often tend to taste artificial. The Jolie Evo is very reasonably priced too (considerably less than the A Modo Mio Smeg and A Modo Mio Desa), though you'll need to
pick up a standalone milk frother too (I recommend either the Smeg Mini Milk Frother or Philips Baristina Milk Frother ) if you want to make lattes and cappuccinos. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here:

The controls are extremely simple, with just a single button and a large lever. However, bear in mind that there's no timer, so you'll need to
manually tap the button to stop the flow once the machine has dispensed the right amount of coffee.

Overall, it's an excellent compact espresso machine. For me, the only real drawback is that the plastic pods aren't particularly easy to recycle. They can only be dropped off at designated collection points, which can be scarce outside big cities. (Image credit: Future) Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo at Amazon for 52 Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo: specifications Swipe to scroll horizontally

Name

Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo

Type

Capsule coffee maker

Dimensions (W x H x D)

4.9 x 8.3 x 13 inches / 124 x 210 x 330mm

Weight

5.7lbs / 2.6kg

Water tank capacity

20.3oz / 600ml Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo: price and availability List
price 99 / AU$129 (about $190) Widely available in UK and Australia Listed on Lavazza's US site, but not available at the time of writing The Lavazza A
Modo Mio Jolie Evo has a list price of 99 / AU$129, which is about $133, but at the time of writing the machine doesn't seem to be available to actually buy in the US even though it's listed on Lavazza's site. So it may become available in the future.

If you're in the UK, you can get the coffee maker for 49 if you subscribe to Lavazza's coffee capsule delivery service. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Even at full price, that's very reasonable for a good quality capsule coffee maker. For comparison, the Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg is 249 / AU$349 (about $350), while the Lavazza A Modo Mio Desa is 249 / AU$349 (about $330) though the latter machine also has a built-in milk-frothing system. (Image credit: Future) If you want to make lattes and cappuccinos with the Jolie Evo, you'll need a standalone milk frother like the Lavazza MilkEasy Plus , which is priced at 79 / AU$119 (about $150) or the Smeg Mini Milk Frother or Philips Baristina Milk Frother I mentioned earlier. Value score: 4.5/5 Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo: design Ideal for small kitchens Only two controls (lever and button) Lever is ergonomic and easy to use The Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo
is easily one of the smallest coffee makers Ive tested, measuring a mere 4.9
x 8.3 x 13 inches / 124 x 210 x 330mm (W x H x D). Thats even tinier than the diminutive Nespresso Vertuo Pop, which is 5.3 x 9.8 x 16.7 inches / 136 x 250 x 426mm. Its ideal for slotting into small spaces, and you can even route the power cable right or left underneath the machine if you need it to sit
against a wall.

The Lavazza machine looks classier than its Nespresso counterpart as well, with a smart matte finish and a large chrome handle on top. Pulling this handle up opens a slot on top of the machine. so you can slide a coffee pod inside. (Image credit: Future) Pushing it back down closes the drawer and pierces the pod, and pulling it up a second time will drop the used capsule into a small bin behind the Jolie Evos drip tray. The bin has a grille at the bottom that allows the pods to drain so theyre dry when you remove them for recycling, which is a thoughtful touch.

The large lever is easy to grip and requires barely any force to move, which makes this a particularly good option for people with limited strength or mobility in their hands.

The drip tray has a plastic grate that can be removed for easy cleaning, and is just the right height for an espresso cup. A standard size cup or mug will fit neatly under the dispenser with the drip tray detached. (Image credit: Future) Other than the handle, there is just one control on the Jolie Evi: a button on top of the machine, with a white light to indicate the machines current status: blinking means heating, and white means ready to brew.

Its available in black and white in Australia, with a gray option also
offered in the UK. It was sold in green and red too when it launched in the US. Design score: 5/5 Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo: performance Extremely simple to use, but there's no timer for the coffee dispenser It makes delicious espresso in moments Its pods can be hard to recycle compared to Nespresso aluminum ones What makes the Jolie Evo different from all other capsule coffee makers Ive tested to date is its lack of a timer for brewing different sized drinks. Once youve pressed its single button, the little machine will continue dispensing coffee (or hot water, if theres no pod inside) until you either tap the button again or the tank is empty.

This isnt ideal if you want to leave your coffee maker to handle itself while youre preparing the rest of your breakfast, but making a double espresso
takes less than a minute so its no real hardship.

I would recommend using a measuring cup as your recepticle, though, at least until youve got your eye in, because its easy to under or over-estimate the output. You could use a coffee scale to a perfect measure, but it would be overkill; this entry-level machine makes a very good espresso, but its not intended for real aficionados. (Image credit: Future) It uses Lavazzas own A Modo Mio capsules, which are excellent value compared to most coffee pods. Different types command different prices, but you can pick up 80 Qualit Rossa pods direct from Lavazza for 24.50 (about $30 / AU$50). Thats just over 30p per drink, compared to 49p for the cheapest Nespresso Vertuo pods.

Unlike Nespresso, the Modo Mio selection doesnt include elaborate flavored drinks; there are various beans, blends and roasts to choose from in Lavazzas store, but each pod contains only ground coffee with no extras. That's no bad thing, in my opinion coffee capsules with added flavors can taste unpleasantly artificial. (Image credit: Future) I tested the Jolie Evo with three of Lavazzas coffees: Qualit Rossa, Passionale, and Qualit Oro. Each comes in a box of 16, and is marked with an intensity score out of 12 to give you an idea of what to expect. The first is a blend of robusta and arabica beans, while the other two are 100% arabica.

My personal favorite was the Qualit Oro, which produced one of the best-tasting espressos Ive had from a capsule machine and is described as Sweet and delicate taste, with an intense and fragrant aroma.

It goes particularly well with milk in a white americano or (if you also pick up a milk frother) a creamy latte.

The problem with these pods, delicious though they are, is that they can be difficult to recycle. Nespresso pods are made entirely from aluminum, which
is relatively easy to process once the coffee grounds are removed, and theres almost certain to be a location nearby where you can drop off the used capsules. If not, you can mail them off for recycling with a pre-paid bag. (Image credit: Future) By contrast, Lavazza A Modo Mio pods are mostly
plastic and can be recycled in the UK through the companys partnership with Terracycle, but collection points are few and far between.

If theres nowhere to drop off your pods, your only option is to start your
own collection point, accepting pods from other people and sending them for processing yourself. Individuals cant send their pods in the mail.

South England is relatively well-served, but at the time of writing there are only four drop-off points in Scotland, and none at all in Wales or Northern Ireland. Performance score: 4/5 Should you buy the Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo? Swipe to scroll horizontally Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo Score Card

Attribute

Notes

Score

Value

The most affordable A Modo Mio coffee maker, though not currently available
in the US.

4.5/5

Design

Stylish and super compact, with ergonomically designed controls.

5/5

Performance

Brews delicious espresso, but lacks a timer to stop flow, and pods can be
hard to recycle.

4/5 Buy it if

You have a small kitchen This is the most compact coffee maker I've tested
to date, and the fact its cable can be routed to the right or left means you can push it right up against a wall if you need to.

You have limited dexterity in your hands The large lever handle requires virtually no effort to push and pull, and there's just one button to worry about. All removable pieces are easy to detach for cleaning as well. Don't
buy it if

You want elaborate flavored coffees A Modo Mio capsules are full of nothing but unadulterated ground coffee, so if you want something fancier you'll need to add your own syrup.

You want easily recyclable coffee pods A Modo Mio capsules are plastic and can only be recycled if you drop them at a designated collection point. You can't send them in the mail for processing. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo:
also consider If you're not sure whether the Jolie Evo is the right espresso machine for you, here are two others to think about.

Lavazza A Modo Mio Desa This is Lavazza's most advanced A Modo Mio machine, with its own built-in milk frother, though it's only compatible with
Lavazza's own glass mug.

Read our full Lavazza A Modo Mio Desa review

Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly Just as easy to use as the Jolie Evo, and affordably priced too. There's a huge range of Tassimo pods to choose from, though they can get pricey particularly ones for milky drinks that require two capsules each.

Read our full Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly review How I tested the Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo I used the Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo in place of my usual espresso machine for two weeks. I used three different types of A Modo Mio capsules (Qualit Rossa, Passionale, and Qualit Oro), drinking it neat as an espresso, and using the Jolie Evo to add extra hot water to make an americano.

I set up and cleaned the machine following the directions in the instruction manual, and allowed the components to air-dry before reassembly. For more details, see how TechRadar tests, reviews, and rates products. First
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