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Enjoy rich espresso anywhere with the CoffeeOnTheGo portable self-heating machine. Compatible with ground coffee and capsules for café-quality coffee wherever you are.

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Coffee shop queue versus relaxed home brewing

NO MORE QUEUING

Skip the line. Make your own.

No more standing in a queue waiting for your order, or paying over and over for something you can just as easily make yourself — wherever you happen to be.

  • No queues, no waiting around
  • Brew it yourself, anywhere you are
  • Save on the R50-a-cup habit

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

Everything a barista needs, in your pocket.

Portable

Compact, lightweight and travel-ready.

Self Heating

Heats water in seconds, no kettle needed.

USB-C Powered

Charge anywhere — car, laptop or power bank.

3-in-1 Brewing

Ground coffee, Nespresso® and small capsules.

Easy Cleaning

Quick rinse and you're done.

Travel Ready

Silent, durable and TSA-friendly.

Using the CoffeeOnTheGo espresso machine in a car

PRESSURE EXTRACTION

Rich crema, every single time

True 20-bar espresso pressure pulls a full-bodied shot with a thick golden crema — the mark of café-quality coffee.

  • Premium build quality
  • One-button operation
  • Compact & lightweight

TRAVEL FRIENDLY

Built for the road less travelled

From a Kruger camp fire to a hotel in Cape Town, brew in under three minutes wherever you are.

  • Small & easy to pack
  • Perfect for camping, travel & work
  • Fits easily in backpacks & cup holders
Brewing CoffeeOnTheGo coffee while camping outdoors
CoffeeOnTheGo espresso machine on a home desk

FAST HEATING

Fresh espresso in about 3 minutes

Premium heating element and insulated stainless-steel water chamber get you from cold to crema — fast.

  • 3-minute heat-up time
  • Efficient energy-saving design
  • Hot espresso wherever you go
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4.8/5 | Coffee Essential

Watch It Brew, Anywhere

Everything you need to know about brewing on the go.

THE COMPARISON

CoffeeOnTheGo vs Traditional Coffee

CoffeeOnTheGo
Traditional
Portable
Needs electricity
Mess
Easy cleaning
Travel friendly
Time
≈ 3 min
10+ min
Fresh coffee anywhere
★★★★★

4.7 out of 5 · 200+ reviews

Real reviews from coffee lovers across South Africa.

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Thabo Mokoena
Johannesburg · Verified buyer
★★★★★

Absolutely brilliant. I use it every morning on my commute and the crema is unreal for something this small.

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Redge Knoetze
Sandton · Verified buyer
★★★★★

Bought it for camping — game changer. Real espresso in the middle of nowhere.

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Pieter van der Merwe
Stellenbosch · Verified buyer
★★★★

Build quality feels premium. Charges super fast on USB-C and I love that it takes Nespresso pods. Shipping took slightly long but highly worth it.

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Nomvula Dlamini
Durban · Verified buyer
★★★★★

Delivery was quick and the machine is even better than the photos. My husband is obsessed.

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Sipho Khumalo
Pretoria · Verified buyer
★★★★★

Perfect for my office desk. Way better than the office kettle coffee I was drinking.

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Chantelle Botha
Cape Town · Verified buyer
★★★★

Sceptical at first, but the pressure is real. Rich, thick espresso in about 3 minutes. Worth every rand.

GOT QUESTIONS?

Frequently asked questions

What coffee can I use with it?
It works with ground coffee, Nespresso® compatible capsules and most small capsule formats, so you're never locked into one brand or brew style.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are processed within 1-3 business days, and delivery takes 7-12 business days in total from when you order, with tracking sent by email as soon as it ships.
What's your returns policy?
Not the right fit? Return it unused in its original packaging within 30 days for a full refund, no questions asked.
Who's behind CoffeeOnTheGo?
We're a South African-based team obsessed with good coffee and good design, building gear for people who don't want to compromise on either while on the move.
How is it powered?
It runs off a built-in rechargeable battery that's good for several brews on a single charge, and tops up fully via USB-C in under two hours.
How do I clean and maintain it?
A quick rinse of the brew chamber and portafilter after each use is all it needs day to day. All removable parts are dishwasher-safe, and we recommend a descale every 2-3 months if you're in a hard water area.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, every unit is covered by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. If anything goes wrong, just reach out to our support team and we'll sort out a repair or replacement.

30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

If you're not satisfied, contact us within 30 days and we'll help resolve the issue according to our returns policy.

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