13.10.2017

I waited to post my review until now when the pods are available for sale in the UK and I have been able to test it more thoroughly than I was able to with the 'taster pack' of 12 pods which came with the machine. I have a Nespresso shop near me at Westfield and so was able to pick up my new supplies and try some more of the coffee in store as well as talking though the new machine and its advantages with one of the staff. I have been lucky enough to have had the Nespresso Creatista Coffee Machine, Black by Sage, which converted me to Nespresso made coffee and I've been over the moon with that.To my surprise I prefer the Vertuo to the Creatista but whether it's the better machine for you dependson a few questions -- do you like longer cups of coffee?- do you drink your coffee black or with just a little milk?- do you buy your coffee from Nespresso?If you answer yes to all three, as I do, then I think it's a no brainer - the Vertuo is the right machine for you. If you like cappuccinos and macchiatos and prefer to buy compatible pods rather than Nespresso's own brand then it's probably not and you're better off sticking with the original style.The Coffee=========The Vertuo's great strength is in making longer drinks. There are four sizes of pods, of which the smallest is for espresso and the largest for long mugs of coffee. The sizes are Espresso (40ml), Gran Lungo (150ml), Mug (230ml), Alto (414ml). The Creatista is fabulous for making milky coffee styles but I drink my coffee black and would generally use two pods and two Cafe Lungo cycles for my morning mug of coffee. Although the pod I use for the Vertuo mug size (50p per pod) is more expensive that the standard nespresso pod (35p per pod) I need only use one rather than the two I have been using, so it works out fine in terms of cost increase. The most expensive pod is 60p for the 230ml cup. The coffee makes a wonderful deep crema which I was taught in the Nespresso shop to mix into the black coffee liquid with a teaspoon and it really does taste very good indeed - wonderfully flavourful and with real depth. The new pods are non standard size (compared to the familiar pods) and have a bar code in them so that the machine knows how much water to use, how long to infuse etc. I think they are patented so it may be Nespresso's way of trying to eliminate the competition of cheaper pods. In the shop they also explained to me that when making a coffee with milk the milk should be poured into the cup first and then the crema takes on a milky quality - which is called a reverso.Function=======The Vertuo uses centrifugal force - what they call centrifusion - to make the coffee rather than applying pressure as in the Creatista. You can hear the pods spinning in the machine. It's this which allows the spectacular crema and I think it does give a better flavour. My concern is that there is more to go wrong with this machine - it reads barcodes, the lid lifts on touch rather than manually and so on.Overall, I am delighted with the machine and will report back when I've used it over a longer period of time. I hope the new technology will prove to be resilient. I did have problems with my Creatista and Nespresso serviced it - even providing another machine on loan while mine was being fixed. Krups are a good manufacturer and I hope the machine has longevity. Set up and cleaning is straightforward.Design======It's nice slim design for the work top and the water reservoir can move around so that the configuration suits your set up. It's not as nice looking as the Creatista and feels less substantial.Recycling========I have recycled 100% of the aluminium pods - the coffee goes for compost. I can drop them off at the Nespresso boutique, have them pick up and in my borough they have been running a pilot scheme where they are picked up in a special purple bag in my recycling. When I've ordered online I've received my order next day at a Click and Collect point. It really is very good customer service.Excellent for the longer cup of coffee

8.11.2017

I have been lucky enough to be given this product to try. This is an unbiased review of the product.Firstly, I have been a Nespresso customer since 2008, so I am aware of their product line and the quality of their offering, which in my opinion is second to none.Before I received this new machine, I had a U+Milk Nespresso machine - I thought things couldn't get better than that. I am a heavy coffee drinker and I know what I like in my coffee and my old machine was just amazing. However when I received the machine, I knew this was going to be a good product from Nespresso. the packaging is sleek and it comes with a good selection of Coffees. The machine is larger than my old machine,but they have not compromised on the style of the machine... it is still sexy looking - if it is possible for a coffee machine to look sexy - and it takes pride of place on my kitchen counter.The coffee pods are larger than the Nespresso classic pods and have a barcode on them, so the machine knows just how much water to run through the pod to make a full mug of coffee. This is also adjustable, so you can tailor the amount of water by capsule size and the machine remembers your settings. As someone who always added hot water to espresso to get a full mug of coffee, this is just amazing - one button and you get a whole mug of gorgeous coffee with no hassle.The machine is fully automated even to the point of the top of the machine opening for you to insert a capsule - is this a risk with too many moving parts? only time will tell. The water talk is huge, but when you are making mugs of coffee, that is well needed.Now to the coffee.... yes they are right.... you get a lot of Crema from the coffee pods, the most I have ever seen. But that isn't the be all and end all... the coffee is actually very nice, no bitterness from any of the selection included with the machine and generally smooth. I am sure there will be a pod for everyone that will be their favourite. The temperature of the coffee is also very good - probably one of the best compared to others on the market.So I guess you are wondering why I have only given 4 stars - well that is simple... the price of the coffee pods. Nespresso classic pods are around 37p each and you can also get them cheaper elsewhere. As these pods are new, there is no other suppliers for them other than Nespresso and they are charging between 50p and 60p per pod..... £5 for 10 coffees or £3.70 for ten coffees.... I like to buy my pods in bulk, so this is going to be very expensive. I hope the cost of the pods come down over time as this will improve my rating to the full 5 stars.If you like a good mug of coffee with a machine that is stylish and easy to use, this is the one for you... just be ready for the price shock when you order new pods :)

21.11.2017

Having been the proud owner of a Nespresso Inisia for the past 6 months, I was really interested to try the new VertuoPlus. I have become very dependent on my coffee from the first of the day to the last after dinner, and found my Inisia absolutely fantastic, but WOW the VertuoPlus is so much better. Firstly when I unpacked the machine, the quality feel of the main body was very apparent, the styling and finish of the capsule release mechanism and the Coffee button are first class. Add to this the significantly larger water storage ( a very respectable 1.7 litres) with the facility of positioning it to either side or to the back of the main unit. The added facility of an adjustable cup support,

24.11.2017

I was a bit apprehensive about this campaign from the start. We already had a coffee pod machine at home which I was perfectly happy with. But, this machine has now taken its place on the kitchen counter. It looks sleek and really makes a statement. You can't help but notice it when people visit. The initial set up was so simple, just fill the hopper and pick your pod. I was delighted that I could swivel the hopper to the side which suited, being a lefty this made my day!The Nespresso mugs are a nice touch as I was concerned as to how much water would be needed for the larger drinks. While it's easy to stop the flow it does seem to take a bit longer to slow down and stop.

1.12.2017

This machine is the best Nespresso machine I have owned and makes a superb freshly brewed cup of coffee every time, in record time. The machine houses a huge water tank which keeps you in coffee for the whole day, along with a substantial capsule disposal tank, holding 12 mug size capsules before requiring emptying. The machine is robust, operates extremely quietly and looks very sleek and is an asset to my kitchen. The aroma of all the capsules, including the Decaffeinato one is lovely and rich and inviting. All of the coffees I have tasted have been enjoyable and even ones with a lower intensity taste of rich, freshly brewed coffee. I have not had one capsule fail to make a perfect drink.

3.11.2017

I have to say at the start of this I like coffee, I like coffee a lot and are currently spending a fortune in a well know coffee chain buying an oversized latte daily for what will be a price tag of nearly £1000 by the end of the year! I have looked into my own barista expresso machine, but it is a hassle with the cleaning being a right pain so eventually gave up! This is where Nespresso wins no fuss no cleaning, apart from the odd descaling once a month. However, till now the draw back was the size of the coffees that come out of Nespresso machines 25ml ristretto, 40ml expresso, and 110ml lungo to my taste these never really had that caffeine laden coffee I was after, strength of flavour yes,

19.10.2017

This is the first Nespresso machine I've owned. In the past I've had a Tassimo machine, however I wasn't too impressed with it and got an espresso machine instead. I've always heard good things about Nespresso machines so always fancied trying one out.This Nespresso machine is a new style named Vertuo - they use a new style pod. The coffee pods are more oval, and have a barcode on so the machine knows how to make your drink.I received this machine in black and I'm very pleased with how sleek and smart it looks. I only have a small kitchen and I'm pleased it's not too large. The water container at the back can swivel around to be on either side, very handy.

14.11.2017

Coffee is what gets me up in the mornings and the Nesspresso Vertuo Plus is giving me more of an incentive.With a water container which can me moved to either behind,to the left or right of the machine.I have mine to the left and it fits perfectly in to a corner of my work top. The hardest part is picking a capsule to insert,with such a variety of strengths,blend and notes of fruit, spices and even chocolate i didn't know which to start with.I eventually chose the Solelio which is fruity and light bodied .The machine recognises the barcode on the capsules 'Centrifusion Technology'. With one touch of the Centrifusion Technology'.

8.11.2017

When I seen the box of the NESPRESSO Vertuo I was already smitten, you just know that they’ve put a lot of thought into the production of this product. The machine is a little bigger then I would’ve thought but that’s not a problem for me. It has some clever functions, starting with reading the code on the pods and knowing what kind of pod it is and how much water to dispenses. I love how you just open and close the machine with a little touch which is quite futuristic. The automatic pod disposal on the back of the machine is great, doesn’t leave a mess at all. The pods are in different sizes so you always know straight away what kind of coffee your getting, helps when your still half asleep!

27.10.2017

I've not had a Nespresso machine before, I'm not keen on an espresso so it's not seemed like something for me. However with the new Vertuo machines there is the option of different size coffees depending on the capsules you put in. This seems like a great idea and it is good that the machine comes with a tester set of different sizes to try. The great thing is that if you prefer a larger less strong drink you can alter the amount of water used and the machine will remember for next time, this means that my espressos are now a bit longer and mellower which suits me better. I do like the machine with it's motorised opening and closing, and the barcode reading to get the right sized drink works well.

11.11.2017

I'm glad I have one, but I don't think I'd be as happy if I'd bought this product at full price. The coffee isn't to my taste, drinkable but not preferable. Ive tried all the ones it comes with and I must say I find them to be a little watery. I wish there was a way to use other coffee pods with this machine, but with the barcode technology I suppose the point is that you keep going back to Nespresso and that way the company makes more money! But it's a shame because I feel like I'm missing out on other coffee. That said, I am loving using this machine each morning. It's currently on my bedroom side and doesn't even look a bit out of place there. A really chic design. And its so fast!

1.12.2017

This machine is sleek, stylish and impressive yet small enough to be unobtrusive in the kitchen. The range of coffee flavours is a delight, yet it would be nice to have more mellow capsules, a mocha for example. Our favourite was definitely the hazelino but it would have been nice to try more flavoured coffee like caramel. So many were strong enough to taste slightly bitter, such as the Stormio but the fruity and floral coffees like Giornio and Solelio were amazing. Better than anything else on the market. One of the frustrations is that the crema doesn't really have a purpose, it sits on top of the coffee then at the bottom of the cup.

22.11.2017

I was super excited to see my new VertuoPlus had arrived yesterday and was quick to get it unboxed and up and running. The packaging was very simple and well thought out, and the milktray style starter pods are a classy touch. The instructions are easy to follow, although could perhaps be a bigger font or laid out better as they do try to cram a lot of info onto one page. First impressions are of a well put together device, that is simple to use with two main buttons to get it going. I was very surprised by how quiet it was in operation, having used a friends traditional Nespresso machine I expected it to be either the same or louder, but it's defiantly more hushed. Once I'd chosen my desired coffee,

6.8.2018

I was so pleased to receive the machine, on opening the box it peeled apart revealing my new best friend. No clumsy stuck on polystyrene here.Super easy to set up, in fact it took about 3 minutes to get ready and away we went.The following morning I had 4 delicious Giornio coffees and cleaned the house with amazing gusto. My husband loves the coffee to and his favourite is stormio.Making the coffee is super simple and requires only one touch, the capsules look great too.I particularly like that the used capsules get emptied into a container at the back which means I no longer drip boiling water on my toes.The machine is sturdy and well built and I'd happily recommend to a coffee lover.

6.11.2017

The Nespresso Vertuo Plus is at the cutting edge of coffee technology. From the sleek shiny finish to the set up that takes minutes I have to say this machine out smarts all Coffee Machines. Set up and initial clean takes all of five minutes and with a coffee taking another minute to produce you can have a wonderful smooth coffee of your choice from box to cup within 6 minutes. The choice of coffee available is also great there is a coffee for everyone out there from the suttle smooth coffee to the strong espresso. The machine itself has a large water container meaning no topping up after every coffee, it also has a great pod extraction system meaning your not fiddling with pods after each use.

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