Subminimal NanoFoamer V2 Performance Milk Foamer | NEW Model Edition | Waterproof, Dual-Speed, Stainless Steel | Microfoamed Milk in 30 Seconds, Barista-Style Coffee Drinks Home

Exquisite. I have owned Jura S8 Espresso machine ($2400) for few years now and find the milk system to be frustrating with the constant need to clean it and mediocre milk foam coming out. I have been looking at other Espresso machines and got to the conclusion that the milk system will be as frustrating whether it is another Jura, or a Breville, Miele..etc. In the past I had Nespresso machines with Aerocino 2,3, and 4 so I can compare this product to that type of foamer as well and this one is superior. It is much more intelligent, it is quiet, easy to clean and no harmful materials like Teflon. It is easy to use and figure out what works for which drink. I have been using it with raw milk as well as pasture raised while milk on level 5 with the aerator being up all the way. Great product I hope it will last long. I will be ordering a Jura E4 (without milk system) to properly enjoy my coffee from 2 different systems.

I love this thing, just used it with my OutIn Nano to make a delicious cappuccino in my hotel room. As a bit of a coffee addict, traveling sucks sometimes. Sure I can get a cappuccino at a coffee shop, but not before I wake up, get showered, get dressed, and drag my tired self out the door.With this frother, my OutIn Nano, some shelf stable milk, a few Nespresso pods, and a cup I can whip up a tasty cappuccino or latte before I try to get my day started.So let’s talk about how it works. It’s a handheld frother. You put some milk in a cup and turn this thing on and it froths the milk. But holy sweet mother of whatever savior you believe in, this thing is POWERFUL! I wasn’t expecting it and made a little bit of a mess the first time, but now I know better and the second time was perfection!This doesn’t heat the milk, so if you want hot milk you’ll have to be staying somewhere with a microwave, but for me the OutIn Nano makes the espresso hot enough that it works out.The two screens let you choose your foam texture, which is nice, the finer one is more like a micro foam, while the coarser one is closer to what you’ll get with a more traditional, whisky type frother.The travel cover is a brilliant addition, keeping the extra screen within easy reach and protecting the whole setup. I didn’t worry once about things getting damaged in my backpack.Definitely worth the $50 price tag, and makes me seriously consider getting their carafe-based model for at home, even though I’m really happy with my Instant Pot brand frother. Subliminal makes a quality product for sure!

I ordered this product in January 2023 after my Zulay wire foamer stopped working after less than a year. While waiting for it to arrive, however, I found a tiny screwdriver and took my Zulay apart, and found that the problem was that over time milk had gotten into where the wire rod enters the motor housing, and solidified there, and that was what was stopping the Zulay from working. The other problem with the wire foamers, however, is if the wire rod gets bent even just a little, it dramatically reduces effective power. But with a little cleanup and careful straightening of the rod, I got the Zulay working like new again, just as the Subminimal arrived. Unlike the Zulay or similar, the Subminimal has a thick rod that cannot be easily bent. Also, the propeller and screen of the Subminimal is super easy to keep clean, which is not true of the wire foamers. I like my milk hot, so a certain amount of scalded milk builds up on the coiled wire of the wire foamer (true of all brands, not just Zulay). This doesn't rinse off, so requires occasional soaks and careful scrubbing with a soft toothbrush. To clean the Subminimal I just stick the business end under hot running water and turn it on, then remove the screen and repeat the rinse, then put the screen on and store. For the latte artist, the Subminimal is going to be the preferred tool, and they provide website tutorials on how to get the perfect foam and make those fancy designs. Honestly, I'm about convenience and tasty lattes in the morning. I pour my cold milk into a tall ceramic mug, and heat it in the microwave while I'm making the expresso in an Aeropress. I whisk the milk in the mug and pour the expresso into it, which is opposite from what a barista does. The Zulay wire foamer is FAST. It creates a dense foam of mixed bubble sizes (not ideal for latte art) in about ten seconds. In fact the Zulay is so powerful that it is pretty hard to use in a shallow round cup without making a mess, but it works great in a tall mug. With the Subminimal I get a dense microfoam on top of liquid milk, with less volume overall in the mug. Pros and cons for both. I really hate "disposable" gadgets, so I love the durable quality of the Subminimal. But for early morning ease of use, the Zulay wins. For the absolute best quality foam throughout my mug, I had to use both! The Zulay very quickly created a high volume of mixed bubble size foam, and then the Subminimal churned it creating a high volume microfoam. However... 3 months later the Zulay crapped out again. After a year of daily use, however, the Subminimal is working perfectly. The plastic housing of the screen did break after about 9 months, but replacement screens are pretty cheap on the Subminimal site. The Subminimal isn't as good as a barista's hot steam foamed milk, but it does the trick, is reliable, and quick, and is built to last.

Game-Changer for At-Home Lattes!I’ve tried everything from manual frothers to steam wands, and nothing compares to the NanoFoamer Pro Gen-2. It’s incredibly easy to use, and the hands-free operation is a total upgrade from the Gen-1. I get that perfect, silky microfoam every single time. It works beautifully with both dairy and plant-based milks, and it creates foam that’s stable enough for latte art, which is such a plus!The build feels solid and premium, and I appreciate the thoughtful design, from the simple interface to the quiet performance. It’s compact enough to leave on my counter without taking up much space, and now it’s a must-have part of my morning coffee routine.If you’re serious about your coffee and want barista-level foam without the hassle, this little machine is worth every penny. Highly recommend - it’s a total coffee game-changer!