When selecting an office-coffee machine, value isn't just the machine's upfront price - it's how much each drink costs, how many drink-choices you offer, and how far your budget goes for staff, guests and meeting rooms. In our experience at Office Barista many clients ask: "Are Nespresso business coffee machines good value?" In this blog we cut straight to the cost-and-value comparison between Nespresso Business Solutions and the Flavia sachet-based coffee system.
Cost-Per-Cup Comparison: Nespresso vs Flavia
Let's look at a simple cost comparison that covers typical drink sizes, coffee content, and cost per cup.
| Machine & Drink System | Max Drink Size | Coffee Content | Price Per Drink | Price Per Gram |
| Flavia Sachet | 226ml | 7.7g | £0.39 | £0.05/gram |
| Nespresso Pod | 110 ml | 6g | £0.74 | £0.06/gram |
Because Nespresso's standard pods produce a smaller 110ml drink, you quickly hit higher cost per cup when compared to the larger drink size from Flavia sachets. For example, two Nespresso pods ( 220ml) would still cost roughly twice as much per cup than the one Flavia sachet (266ml) at £0.39 (Data based on our current supply pricing.)
Why the Bigger Picture Matters
Several factors amplify the value difference beyond just pod vs sachet:
- Drinks size: Most offices will consider something around 240ml or more a 2cup" rather than 110ml.
- Accessories & consumables: When you include disposable cups, milk, sugar, stirrers - the real cost of 2office coffee" rises and the difference widens.
- Choice & variety: With Flavia systems you can often offer a broader range of drinks (coffee, teas, hot chocolate)which increases staff satisfaction and perceived value.
- Leasing & rental options: At Office Barista we provide leasing/rental agreements on Flavia machines, making the overall cost-of-ownership more competitive.
Verdict: Better Value for the Budget-Minded Office
If your priority is cost-efficiency and broad drink selection for your staff and visitors, the Flavia sachet system offers a significantly lower cost per cup compared to Nespresso's business pod system. If you want to stretch your hot-drinks budget further and maintain quality, opting for a sachet-based machine makes strong business sense.
Of course, every office scenario is unique. If you'd like to explore whether a Flavia machine or an alternative system is better for your space, guest usage, or coffee-culture goals, we'd be happy to help at Office Barista.
