Customer Reviews for Ninja 12-Cups Coffee & Espresso Machine Combination, Black (CFN601)
Item # : 24623287
Model # : CFN601
Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System: Versatile Brewing for Espresso and Coffee Lovers Alike.
- BARISTA PLUS TECHNOLOGY: The 19-bar pressure system delivers ultra-flavorful espresso with a silky-smooth crema by brewing at the optimal temperature and pressure.
- COFFEEHOUSE DRINKS AT HOME: The built-in, fold-away frother allows you to create espresso-based cappuccinos, lattes, flat whites, and more.
Price is $239.99, Regular price was $279.99, You save 14%
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281 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Jan 16, 2026
Great System
We have had our Ninja Espresso & Coffee Barista System for over a year and a half now. it has never ever failed us. Still looks great in our kitchen and makes great coffee. I highly recommend this for everyday use!
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Feb 7, 2026
Lasted just over one year
Lasted just over one year. The unit can no longer puncture the nespresso pods so it can’t make espresso any longer. Company offered 30% off only. Can not be serviced. I will never buy another Ninja. A horrible ripoff unit
Jwilson
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Posted Feb 7, 2026
Lasted just over one year
Lasted just over one year. The unit can no longer puncture the nespresso pods so it can’t make espresso any longer. Company offered 30% off only. Can not be serviced. I will never buy another Ninja. A horrible ripoff unit
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Curmudgeon
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Posted Feb 6, 2026
Great when it worked
We used ours daily, until we couldn’t. About 13 months of use. Now it won’t power on. Zero lights. Known working outlet, nada. My guess is some sort of thermal fuse was tripped making it completely inoperable. Pretty sweet how the warranty lasts a year and not long after that year the entire thing is kaput, unfixable, and now a paperweight on my kitchen counter. Loved i...
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Mike41
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Posted Feb 1, 2026
Disappointed
Didn’t even last a year, we get an error message and have to reset the clock every time to get it to work now. So disappointing, we love Ninja products and have a bunch of them. Not this one though.
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Response from Staples :
Hi Mike,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on the Espresso & Coffee Barista System.
We’re really sorry to hear that you're encountering error codes on your coffee machine. We know how disruptive this can be, and we want to help get everything back up and running smoothly for you.
To resolve the issue as quickly as possible, please reach out to our support team through our official support page. One of our agents will be happy to assist you directly. You can also explore our self‑help guide, which includes troubleshooting steps for error codes on your unit.
We truly appreciate your patience and the opportunity to make your mornings right. You’ll find all relevant links listed below.
Self-Help Guide: https://support.sharkninja.com/article/CFN600-Series-Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-Troubleshooting-Guide
Contact Page: https://support.sharkninja.com/contact-us
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Ninja Kitchen
February 3, 2026
Jazz310
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Posted Jan 28, 2026
Great while it lasts (two broke before a year old)
Great while it lasts. First one just kept giving errors after several hours troubleshooting with support. The warranty was honored and.a new machine was sent but unfortunately less than a year of owning that one, it now will not brw any pods.
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Response from Staples :
Hi Jazz,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re extremely sorry to hear that your replacement Ninja is not brewing pods. We completely understand how frustrating this can be especially when you’re looking forward to enjoying your coffee, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused. Please know that your feedback is important to us, and we will be sharing it with the appropriate teams internally.
In the meantime, we recommend reviewing our self‑help troubleshooting guide below, which walks through a few steps that may help resolve the issue:
https://support.sharkninja.ca/en-CA/article/CFN600-Series-Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-Troubleshooting-Guide-ca.
If the issue persists after trying these steps, please follow the instructions at the end of the guide to connect with our support team. They’ll be more than happy to assist you further and help get things back on track.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen CA.
January 28, 2026
lata40
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Posted Jan 27, 2026
One of the worst purchases we've ever made
This items is defective. It keeps shutting off and we're unable to make even a cup of coffee. Additionally I can't run the cleaning cycle.
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Response from Staples :
Hi Lata,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback.
We sincerely apologize for the issue you’re experiencing with your coffee system and understand how frustrating it can be when it shuts off unexpectedly and prevents normal use, including running the cleaning cycle.
To help address this, we recommend reviewing our troubleshooting guide, which covers steps that may resolve power and operation issues:
https://support.sharkninja.com/article/CFN600-Series-Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-Troubleshooting-Guide
If the issue isn’t resolved after following the troubleshooting steps, the guide will direct you to our customer service team so we can assist you further.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen US
January 28, 2026
Marie18
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Posted Jan 27, 2026
Great machine but...
I’m leaving this review as an FYI for anyone considering this machine. We purchased it in November 2022 and absolutely loved it at first. We followed all cleaning instructions and it worked great—until it didn’t.
One day, while sitting in our living room, the machine randomly turned on, started beeping, and had flashing lights. After checking troubleshooting options, th...
One day, while sitting in our living room, the machine randomly turned on, started beeping, and had flashing lights. After checking troubleshooting options, th...
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Response from Staples :
Hi Marie,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback and for sharing your experience in such detail.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment caused by the unexpected behavior and failure of your machine.
We understand how concerning it can be to experience an issue like this, especially after following proper care and cleaning instructions and having initially enjoyed the product. Your comments regarding durability and long-term reliability are important to us, and we’ll be sure to pass this feedback along to our product team for review.
If you would like us to take another look at your situation or explore any additional support options, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service team using the link below:
https://support.sharkninja.com/contact-us
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen US
January 28, 2026
Amy motta ain't smilin
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Posted Jan 25, 2026
All.coffee makers have 1/3 bad ratings
Why are a 3rd of coffee maker reviews so bad? Like every coffee maker you sell?
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Response from Staples :
Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Star ratings can sometimes look harsher than the overall experience because most people post reviews when they’re either thrilled or frustrated, which can skew things toward the extremes. In addition, different customers value different features (speed, taste, noise level, size, programming options), so a design choice that works great for one person can feel like a drawback for another. Thank you for your feedback.
Kind Regards,
Ninja Kitchen US
January 27, 2026
SKRN
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Posted Jan 16, 2026
Great System
We have had our Ninja Espresso & Coffee Barista System for over a year and a half now. it has never ever failed us. Still looks great in our kitchen and makes great coffee. I highly recommend this for everyday use!
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Uniicorn
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Posted Jan 16, 2026
Even a house fire wont stop us from this machine
We got a Ninja espresso system two years ago and absolutely loved it! We recently lost it in a house fire but definitely plan to get another. We had zero issues with it and its definitely something we are replacing when we get back into our home.
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Triciaanne
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Posted Jan 16, 2026
Great coffee
I bought this machine when a power surge ruined my last ninja coffee maker. I love the espresso feature, it's a nice addition to my coffee. There are several pro for this machine, the one 2 cons I can think of is it doesn't come with a mesh filter like my last one did, and it doesn't allow k-cups. Other then that, I love this machine.
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KatMz
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Posted Jan 15, 2026
Breaks down every year
Nice looking machine, great coffee from both sides, HORRIBLE durability!
I’ve had it since August 2023. It had broken down TWICE by November 2025. Both times it was the same problem - stopped piercing pods. The first time they replaced the base because it was still under warranty. The second time they said the only thing they can do is a 30% discount. That sounds like...
I’ve had it since August 2023. It had broken down TWICE by November 2025. Both times it was the same problem - stopped piercing pods. The first time they replaced the base because it was still under warranty. The second time they said the only thing they can do is a 30% discount. That sounds like...
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Response from Staples :
Hi Kat,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We’re truly devastated to hear that you’ve had to replace your Ninja twice. We understand how disappointing and frustrating this experience must have been for you. The first time, we replaced the base under warranty, and the second time we offered a 30% discount. While we know this may not fully make up for the inconvenience, please know that your feedback is incredibly important to us. We’ll be sharing it with our internal teams to help improve our warranty process and ensure a better experience for our customers moving forward.
If there’s anything we can do to make enhance your experience or if you’d like to share your suggestions, we’d love to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care team at https://support.sharkninja.com/contact-us.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen NA.
January 15, 2026
Espresso Machine
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Posted Jan 12, 2026
Hard To Use
The Reason Being Is Because It Doesn't Explain On How To Make Lattes Etc.
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Response from Staples :
Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We sincerely apologize for the difficulty you’ve experienced with using your Barista System. We completely understand how frustrating this must be for you and we'd love to help. We've provided some helpful tips and tricks that can assist with improving your coffee experience.
Quick Start Guide: https://sharkninja.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#Hs000008nIdi/a/Hs000001Zhl5/E3b2BXTwzHHy63s59XwiJnEw0N3Lz49a0CqQDo8UQyo
How to Brew Grounds and Espresso Pods:
https://support.sharkninja.com/article/Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-How-to-Brew-Grounds-and-Espresso-Pods
If you need any further assistance, please feel free to reach out through our support page: https://support.sharkninja.com/contact-us. We're always here to help.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen US
January 12, 2026
CherpyNola
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Posted Jan 9, 2026
Great features
Well made coffee service..love the many options for hot and cold brews..single cup or pot, and the milk frother is great.
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Posted Jan 9, 2026
Coffee Maker Fail
I typically love ALL ninja products but this fell short. Loved the design and ability to reduce clutter on my counter with a coffee maker and nespresso machine in one. Everything works great except the coffee maker. For whatever reason the water overflows or sits too long, causing the grounds to overflow down the sides into the coffee and making a huge mess. I've wasted...
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Response from Staples :
Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We’re truly unhappy to hear that your Ninja was leaking, though we’re glad you were able to resolve the issue with a new filter. We understand how disappointing it must be to now experience weak coffee, especially at this price point, and we want to make things right. Please know that we will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams internally.
In the meantime, we recommend referring to our self-help guide link below to troubleshoot the issue you're experiencing:
https://support.sharkninja.com/article/CFN600-Series-Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-Troubleshooting-Guide
If the issue continues after trying those suggestions, follow the instructions at the end of the guide to reach our support team for further help.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen NA.
January 12, 2026
Rosteph
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Posted Jan 9, 2026
I love it
I love it but I do not use all of it's features. I've had it two years and I make coffee or expresso based drinks
I bought it to cut down on my Starbucks bill and he has done that. I am looking into it's other features now.
I bought it to cut down on my Starbucks bill and he has done that. I am looking into it's other features now.
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Ness27
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Posted Jan 6, 2026
My dad has this machine and he loves it! I’m wanting one now. Soon!
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Rod R
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Posted Jan 5, 2026
Water leak and error messages.
Coming just shy of two years. Sadly the first Ninja Priduct I’ve been incredibly disappointed in. Started out great. Then low water. Then leak. Not worth the value by any stretch. I own a lot of Ninja products. Megazone Airfryer. creami and slushi. This by far was a big hit to me as the other products I don’t use as often. Do better Ninja. please.
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Response from Staples :
Hi Rod,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We’re truly sorry to hear that your Ninja is leaking and has issues with low water. We understand how frustrating this must be, and we want to help make things right. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams internally.
In the meantime, we recommend referring to our self-help guide link below to troubleshoot the issue you're experiencing:
https://support.sharkninja.ca/en-CA/article/CFN600-Series-Ninja-Espresso-Coffee-Barista-System-Troubleshooting-Guide-ca
If the issue continues after trying those suggestions, follow the instructions at the end of the guide to reach our support team for further help.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen CA.
January 5, 2026
Oosha
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Posted Jan 4, 2026
Yea and meh.
It arrived with a broken water reservoir that needed an additional 7 business days to be sent to me. I could buy one and it could be here in 1-2 days. One less week on my warranty also. Poor start.
After using it a few weeks it brews pods fine, definitely needs rinsing between uses, so I worry about it holding up over time.
The drip brewer is just okay but the carafe...
After using it a few weeks it brews pods fine, definitely needs rinsing between uses, so I worry about it holding up over time.
The drip brewer is just okay but the carafe...
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Response from Staples :
Hi there,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry your item arrived with a broken water reservoir and we understand how frustrating this must be. Your comments are very important to us and help us improve both product quality and service. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
Kind Regards,
Ninja Kitchen US.
December 15, 2025
Egor
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Posted Jan 3, 2026
Espresso stopped working after two years
After two years espresso part stopped working. The pods are not perforated and the water goes everywhere except for through the pod. And once I started troubleshooting I learnt that it is a very common issue with this machine. And there is no fix for it.
The brew part still works fine but the whole point of this machine is to be able to get both brewed coffee and espre...
The brew part still works fine but the whole point of this machine is to be able to get both brewed coffee and espre...
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Response from Staples :
Hi Egor,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We’re truly unhappy to hear that the espresso function of your Ninja stopped working. We understand how frustrating this must be, and we want to help make things right. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams internally.
After reviewing your interaction with us, your Ninja will need to be replaced since the troubleshooting was unsuccessful. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
If you should need any further assistance, you can contact us at https://support.sharkninja.ca/en-CA/contact-us.
Kind regards,
Ninja Kitchen CA.
January 5, 2026
Joyce
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Posted Dec 27, 2025
Feels like SB at Home
This is a life changer. We can have our fancy coffee everyday. I like to use single serve every weekdays. And caracafe everyweekend.
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