Nespresso Aeroccino 4 Review — Four Modes for Lattes, Cappuccinos, and Iced Drinks

The Nespresso Aeroccino 4 is the upgraded milk frother for Nespresso users who want more than basic frothing. Where the Aeroccino 3 offers two modes, the Aeroccino 4 delivers four — covering hot dense foam for cappuccino, hot light foam for latte art, plain hot milk, and cold foam for iced drinks.

This review tests all four modes, evaluates heating speed and foam quality, and clarifies when the Aeroccino 4 is worth the premium over the Aeroccino 3.

Aeroccino 4: Specifications

Specification	Detail
Modes	4
Frothing capacity	Up to 120ml
Heating capacity	Up to 240ml
Heating time (hot foam)	~60–70 seconds
Power	Corded (base connection)
Inner jug	Dishwasher-safe
Dimensions	φ115mm × H165mm

The four modes explained

Mode	Use case	Foam character
Hot dense foam	Cappuccino	Dense, fine-textured microfoam
Hot light foam	Latte, latte art	Silky, pourable foam
Hot milk (no foam)	Flat white, macchiato	Heated milk, no foam
Cold foam	Iced latte, cold drinks	Light, cold foam

The addition of cold foam mode is the most significant upgrade from the Aeroccino 3. For iced lattes, cold brew drinks, and cold cappuccinos, this mode is the direct enabler.

Foam Quality Testing

Hot dense foam (cappuccino mode) Produces tight microfoam suitable for cappuccino. The texture is consistent — no large bubbles. Poured over a Nespresso espresso shot, the result is comparable to a café-quality cappuccino in terms of foam structure.

Hot light foam (latte mode) Silkier and more pourable than the dense mode. The viscosity is appropriate for simple latte art — heart and tulip patterns are achievable with practice.

Cold foam mode The cold foam is light and airy. It sits on top of cold brew or iced espresso rather than integrating, which is the intended use. Not as structured as nitrogen cold foam, but functional and pleasant for home use.

Aeroccino 4 vs. Aeroccino 3

Comparison	Aeroccino 3	Aeroccino 4
Modes	2	4
Cold foam	Yes (basic)	Yes (improved)
Hot milk mode	No	Yes
Dishwasher-safe jug	No	Yes
Approx. price	¥7,000	¥10,800

Choose Aeroccino 3 if: you only need basic hot cappuccino foam and want to minimize cost.

Choose Aeroccino 4 if: you want iced drinks, latte art capability, flat white (heated milk without foam), or dishwasher-safe convenience.

The ¥3,800 price difference is justified primarily by the cold foam mode and dishwasher-safe jug. If you drink iced lattes or cold coffee drinks regularly, the upgrade pays for itself in daily convenience.

Cleaning

The Aeroccino 4's inner jug is dishwasher-safe — remove it after use and place it in the dishwasher. This is a genuine improvement over the Aeroccino 3, which required hand washing.

For hand washing, the smooth stainless interior cleans easily with a soft sponge. The outer base contains electrical components and cannot be submerged — wipe with a damp cloth.

Residual milk on the whisk can be cleaned by frothing a small amount of water immediately after use.

Final Verdict

The Nespresso Aeroccino 4 is the recommended choice for Nespresso users who want the full milk drink experience at home. The four modes, dishwasher-safe jug, and cold foam capability make it a meaningful upgrade over the Aeroccino 3.

If your coffee drinks are exclusively hot cappuccinos and you want to keep costs down, the Aeroccino 3 is sufficient. For everyone else — especially iced drink enthusiasts — the Aeroccino 4 is worth the extra investment.