Does X1 can work capsule only? I want 2 way operation 1) capsule 2) grind coffee powder. Is it possible?

I called illy , they only use the capsules however , they are coming out with a newer X1 which will use ground and capsules but as for now, only capsules.

Is this machine for home use or can it work for a small cafe that sells 10-15 coffees a day ? Will it hold up to this regular usage?

If a person's business requires that they have an espresso machine available 24-7-365-10, (or whatever your opening hours are) you will need a back-up machine. Also, if the machine is kept on so it is ready instantly to make an espresso it will reduce the life of the boiler coil, and perhaps other components too. The tank, if washed and dried at the end of the day and then filled the next day would support at least 10 espressos if not 15. Also note that if you are making a Latte or other frothed milk drink, that is done at a different temperature than making espresso. The machine would need to cycle up to the frothing temperature, and then cool down for the next drink. The whole process of starting from a cool machine to serving a drink would be around 5 minutes. Frothing milk to get microfoam is a learned experience, and the machine pictured has a new frother that would work differently than what I have so I cannot comment on the ability of the current X1 to make microfoam other than to say that over the decades since the x-1 was first produced with an aluminum boiler, to 3 or 4 years ago when I bought my last one, illy has continually upgraded the machine. The one I have today works much better than the one I had in 2002. I certainly like it for home use (although I do use a model that has a portafilter that accepts ground coffee, not pods.) A number of the arguments above including employee time required might suggest that a more professional machine might serve a business better.

Does this machine work with coffee beans or preground or only Illy pods?

There are also multiple after-market refillable capsules for Illy machines that are listed on Amazon (although I don't have any first hand experience with them), such as this one: https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Reusable-iperEspresso-Refillable-Capsules/dp/B07CXWFMJH

Does this machine only use pods or can I put ground coffee in it?

There are also multiple after-market refillable capsules for Illy machines that are listed on Amazon (although I don't have any first hand experience with them), such as this one: https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Reusable-iperEspresso-Refillable-Capsules/dp/B07CXWFMJH

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☕ Elevate your mornings with espresso mastery and style!

SEAMLESS DUAL FUNCTION DIAL - Switch effortlessly between espresso brewing and milk frothing for café-quality drinks at home.
SPEEDY SINGLE SERVE BREWING - Get your perfect espresso or cappuccino in less than 60 seconds—because your mornings deserve efficiency.
ICONIC RETRO STAINLESS DESIGN - A sleek vintage-inspired metal finish that elevates your kitchen aesthetic while delivering modern performance.
EXCLUSIVE IPER ESPRESSO CAPSULES - Patented system guarantees premium flavor locked in every capsule, making you part of an elite coffee community.
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The Illy X1 Anniversary 1935 Espresso Machine combines cutting-edge 800W rapid heating and precise temperature control with a patented iperEspresso capsule system. Its dual-function dial and built-in milk frother let you craft barista-level espresso, cappuccino, and latte drinks in under a minute. Housed in a stainless steel retro design, it’s a statement piece engineered for coffee aficionados who demand speed, quality, and style.

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Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	19.18 Pounds
Number of Items	1
Item Dimensions D x W x H	10.6"D x 12.01"W x 16.93"H
Capacity	1 Liters
Style	Tableware
Color	Stainless
Recommended Uses For Product	Preparing various coffee drinks
Operation Mode	Fully Automatic
Human Interface Input	Buttons
Wattage	800 watts
Filter Type	Reusable
Specific Uses For Product	Espresso, Coffee, Cappuccino, Latte
Special Features	Makes Coffee and Espresso
Coffee Maker Type	Espresso Machine

Illy X1 Anniversary 1935 Espresso Single-Serve Machine for iperEspresso capsules with Milk Frother Steam Wand (Stainless)

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