Sjostrand Coffee review

Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026

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Our verdict

Sjostrand Coffee suits households across northern and western Europe who want a compact pod machine and already buy Nespresso Original capsules, and it stays a single machine type rather than a growing range. Entry sits at SEK 4,500, the flagship at SEK 5,600, and every machine carries 2 years of cover.

Key facts

Best for
A compact Nespresso Original pod machine sold across European markets, backed by a spare parts shop and 2 years of cover.
Reference models
The Original 2.0 Steel, The Original 2.0 Brass, The Original 2.0 & Milk Frother (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Entry price
SEK 4,500 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Flagship price
SEK 5,600 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Pump pressure (bar)
19 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Built-in grinder
No (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Milk system
None (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Pod system
Nespresso original (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Capacity (l)
1.2 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Power (W)
1,200 to 1,400 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
2 years (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
SE, DK, FI, NL, BE, LU, DE, AT, FR (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
Sjostrand Trading AB (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Sweden (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
2011 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Email, Chat, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Machine types
Pod
Official website
sjostrandcoffee.com

Apps and profiles

Elsewhere
Trustpilot

Pros and cons

Pros

  • A spare parts shop sits alongside 2 years of cover, so a worn seal or button does not end the machine's working life.
  • The range stays on pod alone, which keeps capsules, manuals and support answers narrow and consistent.
  • Compared with GASTROBACK, which lists espresso, drip and grinder, the smaller body and a 1,200 to 1,400 W draw suit a compact kitchen.
  • SE, DK and FI are covered, and the brand trades as Sjostrand Trading AB, so support and warranty sit with a named company.

Cons

  • A grinder built in is no, so beans need separate grinding, and Philips covers bean to cup and espresso in a single machine instead.
  • Milk handling is listed as none, so lattes and cappuccinos need a separate frother that a espresso, drip and grinder machine would cover.
  • Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line for anyone who prefers to talk the problem through.

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Who it suits

  • Households in Sweden, DK and FI who already buy Nespresso Original capsules and want a small machine rather than a full espresso setup.
  • Renters and small kitchens that value a 1.2 litre tank and a compact body over built in grinding.
  • Owners who like replacing parts themselves, since the brand runs a spare parts shop alongside its 2 years warranty.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Anyone drinking milk drinks daily, since milk handling is listed as none and GASTROBACK, covering espresso, drip and grinder, is the practical alternative.
  • Grinder buyers, because a grinder built in is no here while Philips covers bean to cup and espresso.
  • Anyone after a drip or filter option, as Daewoo Electricals lists drip, espresso and grinder while this range stays on pod.

What it does well

Sjostrand Coffee keeps a deliberately tight range built around the Original nameplate: a small capsule machine, a larger tank version and a model that adds a milk frother. The tank on the steel body holds 1.2 litres, enough for a few cups between refills on a compact kitchen counter. A grinder built in is no, so every drink starts from a capsule and there is no hopper to refill or adjust. Ownership is backed by 2 years of cover and a spare parts shop, so small wear parts can be replaced rather than the whole machine. The result suits a household happy with one simple pod routine.

Pricing

Prices are listed in Swedish krona. Entry sits at SEK 4,500 for the cheapest machine and SEK 5,600 for the flagship, a narrow spread for a category where capsule refills matter as much as the ticket price. Both figures cover the machine alone, so pods are an ongoing cost on top of the purchase either way. The compact range keeps the gap between the smallest and largest body modest, which makes the flagship an easy step up rather than a jump in spend.

Where it sits among rivals

On price entry the brand ranks 52 of 65 brands compared, which places it in the middle of the field rather than at the budget end. On price flagship it ranks 35 of 63. The gap between those two positions is the useful signal here: the top machine is more competitive against rivals than the cheapest one. Buyers shopping purely on the entry figure give up more relative ground than buyers stretching to the flagship.

Who runs it

The brand trades as Sjostrand Trading AB, registered in Sweden and founded in 2011, so there is a named company behind the machines, the warranty and the terms. Support runs on email, chat and help centre, which means a help centre for self service answers, email for written queries and chat for quicker exchanges. There is no phone line in that list, so households who prefer voice help should confirm cover with a retailer first. Warranty and support both run through the same company, which keeps accountability in one place.

How Sjostrand Coffee compares

Where Sjostrand Coffee is available

Available
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Sweden

Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 30, 2026)

Frequently asked questions

What does a Sjostrand Coffee machine cost at entry and at the top of the range?+

The cheapest machine is listed at SEK 4,500 and the flagship at SEK 5,600, both in Swedish krona. The spread between them is narrow, so the choice within the range comes down to body size and finish rather than a jump in spend. Capsules are not included in either figure.

Which capsules do these machines use?+

The machines run on the nespresso original system, so capsule choice is settled before a purchase. The brand lists pod as its only machine type, which keeps the capsule range narrow and easy to reorder. Anyone already using those pods at home can carry a stock over.

Is there a grinder built into the machine?+

Grinder built in is no across the range, so every cup starts from a capsule rather than ground beans. That takes the grinder and its hopper out of the footprint and removes grind adjustment as a decision. Buyers who want beans handled inside the machine should look at a bean to cup model instead.

Can these machines make milk drinks?+

Milk handling is listed as none for the range, so lattes and cappuccinos need a jug or a separate accessory frother. That suits households that drink black coffee and want a small, simple machine on the counter. Anyone frothing milk every day will find a dedicated espresso machine a better fit.

How long is the warranty and can I get spare parts?+

Cover runs for 2 years on the machines, and the brand runs a spare parts shop alongside it. That pairing matters for a capsule machine, where seals, buttons and the water tank are the parts most likely to age. Replacing those parts usually costs far less than replacing the machine.

How do I reach Sjostrand Coffee support?+

Support runs on email, chat and help centre. That means a self service help centre, written questions by email, and live chat for quicker exchanges. There is no phone number in that list, so anyone who prefers voice support should confirm what a retailer offers before buying.

Which countries does Sjostrand Coffee sell in?+

The listed markets are SE, DK and FI, with the company registered in Sweden. That is a northern and western European footprint rather than a global one, and support and warranty terms apply across those markets. A household outside that list should check local availability first.

How large is the water tank and how much power does the machine use?+

The tank holds 1.2 litres and the machine draws 1,200 to 1,400 W, which is an ordinary load for a kitchen socket. A tank that size suits a couple of cups between refills, and it keeps the machine small enough to move for cleaning. No dedicated circuit is needed.

How much pressure does the pump deliver?+

The listed pump pressure is 19 bar, which sits in the middle of the coffee machine field where the median is 19 bar. For capsule drinks that is a normal working pressure and enough to push a pod through without straining the pump. Espresso-focused buyers should check pressure on their own shortlist.

Sources

Compiled from 7 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.

Sjostrand Coffee

A compact Nespresso Original pod machine sold across European markets, backed by a spare parts shop and 2 years of cover.

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