Nespresso Vertuo vs Original - Which is Best? 

I saw you pour water in your mug what was going on? Is that how you make a regular cup of coffee?

I had my machine for more than 3 yrs and I am happy, excellent explanation thanks !!

Just wanted to say thank you for the nice modest comparison and I enjoyed the video.

What brilliant way you have shared differences about both options. I tried to find on Utube but cudnt find any useful video anyone has made. Thanks for sharing.

This is the best video on this so far; so lucid and trustworthy. (The others I found were mostly click bait and did not compare!). You have an organic eloquence that I will now buy the 'original' - Thank you : )

Finally! A review that is in depth and I can trust. Thanks, I have used the original before and fell in love. I also like the options of going outside of nestles catalog of coffee.

This is so very helpful! Thank you!

Excellent video and easy to understand the difference between the two machines with your side by side explanation. Thank you for taking the time to do the video. Wish I had seen this video prior to my ordering my Vertuo Next, as I would have bought the original instead. Since I just received the Vertuo, I will see how it works out. If all does not go well, I will return for the CitIZ original line. I like the fact that those original pods are less expensive and 3rd party capsules can be purchased to save some money. Bit of a coffee snob, as I enjoy a nice dark good roasted cup of coffee. Tired of doing Aeropress each morning (tried French Press, Hario pour overs and drip machine) so I am trying the “pod” system for the first time. Not sure this will be my “cup of tea”, but time will tell!

Very comprehensive and very helpful. Thank you.

Great Review! Thorough and to the point! Thanks!

Thank you so much for the great video! I am thinking about buying one recently however I am so confusing about the new Vertuo system and old one. And just like you, I dont think I will like the oily foam above the coffee! Now I understood the difference and I think I will buy the original system as well. Anyway...thanks again for the wonderful video!!

Finally very easily and clearly explained video! Thank you!

Thanks! Very helpful indeed. Also I had to filter trough a bunch of cashcow channels to get to an actual genuine review.

Great video, super informative and it's helping me make an informed decision on which machine to buy, thank you.

Thanks you've helped me decided which one to get

Great video! It was really usefull for me. Thank you!

I love my Pixie original. Had one since 2016 and always been very satisfied with the coffee it makes. It’s the closest to the real thing that I have found. Also if someone wants an “americano” I just run the pod twice; kind of like you topping up with hot water. I’ve never tried the Vertuo and thankfully seeing your review I won’t be getting one anyway. I never liked the big bulky look and thanks to your review I don’t want to be controlled by a barcode either. I noticed the smaller range of coffee also. Thanks for the video.

I had a vertuo that had been problematic since day one and after almost 2 years it finally became un-problematic, as I threw it away and buy fresh beans, grind them and make regular coffee. Now, that being said, I did like your video and may consider the original machine but as of this writing am leaning toward an espresso machine, full size. Thank for the video. I am aware it is over a year old but still very relevant.

Great video. I am with you and have stayed with my original line machine. I also like the fact that many retailers have their own compatible capsules available and can choose these based on personal preference/price.

Thanks. This is a really helpful video that answers the question 'should I change from original to vertuo?' Well presented and thankfully all content without a load of waffle at the start!

Thank you so much for your in-depth review between the two. As someone who was a barista I enjoy using my coffee machine and steamer whenever I have the time and patience, but it's simply not ideal in the morning when I get ready for work. Been trying to decide on which machine to get and although I was already leaning more towards the original line, you further solidified my decision! Wishing you the best and once again, thank you for your review! :)

lovely video. honest and to the point.

Great review 👏 Thank you!

This is super helpful. Thanks for the review. 😎😎

I have watched alot of videos for the difference of both machines, this is the only video that helped me to decide which one I go for

great no-nonsense review. I love my nespresso essenza mini and always buy Lungo size capsules (not espresso size) and often use two for a larger cup. It's still cheaper than buying coffee out. Sometimes I push the button twice on a capsule to get a larger, weaker brew. Just depends on what I'm in the mood for. I considered getting the vertuo system but now will not consider it as I like to be able to modify the water amount.

Interesting. Thanks for your honesty. Subscribed

I went on vacation recently and the room had the Citi machine. I LOVED the machine and coffee. I wish there was a machine that could use both capsules. I want the Citi machine but afraid they may try to stop selling the pods in order to push people to buy the other. I also used Peets pods with the Citi machine and it was delicious. No coffee scum.

Your review was very insightful. My 7 year old original machine started acting badly. It was replaced with the Pixie Original machine. I did not care for the machine. The Pixie water reservoir & pod bin are smaller, thus more frequent upkeep. I found a lot of expresso collecting in the used pod bin. The expresso seemed very inconsistent so Nespresso sent me The Virtu plus machine. Yes the Virtu pods are more expensive but, for the most part i drink double espresso. Using one Virtu double espresso pod is 30c cheaper than two Original pods. I am looking forward to testing and learning more about my new machine.

Great video, very helpful.

Thank you! Very helpful

Very helpful I totally agree with your findings

Thank you so much. Really great video

Thank you for this video , I was about to just buy the newer version assuming it would be better , but I agree with your point of view and opinion

I have an Original Line Creatista Plus from Breville, I like the variety of options from 3rd party capsules and the fact that it uses a Pressure based system which gives you a truer espresso experience

Great review and comparison. Thanks!

Thank you…great explanation!

Great video. Couldn't figure out the actual differences between the two machines. Thanks.

We bought the Vertuo and after the 3rd time sending it in for repairs(within 6 months) we were given the option to trade it in for the CitiZ, we did the trade and have not looked back, we find the CitiZ works so much better(Citi running for a year now and doing well)

Very helpful in making my decision. Thank you! And don’t let anyone tell you there’s anything wrong with an Americano, especially if made well.

Great work, love the video

Excellent video, you did a fine comparison, I'm excited to order my first machine and I'm leaning towards the original machine with the better creme and availability of 3rd party pods is a no brainer.

Great video. You have helped me to decide...😉👍

Very nicely explained. Thx

Thanks for the video!

Very good explanation , Thanks

great video. My normal nespresso machine broke down and I was wondering about the Virtuo. You resolved this problem and I will just look for a better normal machine now.

Very professional and good presentation.

Very helpful video!

did had a Nespresso Vertuo Next but had to return it because it's hard to closing and opening system, therefore got a VertuoPlus (just gentle touch it will automatically open and close ), and do find the taste better coffee, I also have Nespresso Citiz coffee maker, both lovin it

Top comparison. Thank you.

Obrigada! Very Thank you! Best vídeo about the Nespresso Vertuo.

Great video. I have the Virtuo Next. You almost convinced me to buy the original but not quite. It is worth watching. I do agree about the crema. That foamy stuff is unappealing visually and textual. I just don't like how it feels on my lips once the large bubbles start to form.

Exactly what I was after. I currently have a barista express but most of the time I’m pulling an espresso and adding water. Perhaps once a week I’ll make a flat white, but for the size of the machine and the additional work involved in making a simple coffee I’m thinking of switching back to pods. Thanks bud.

Excellect video. A may I just stop for a second and comment how lovely and soothing your voice is? :D

Good representation, Thank you

Very, very helpful video. I think I’ll buy another original. Thx for posting.

Totally helpful!

In Houston, TX - HEB stores carry Nespresso Vertuo pods from Starbucks as well as for the original lines.

Thanks for the review. I have a 15 year old Nespresso Essenza (original line) that still fits the bill when I want a short of espresso. My daughter has a Vertuo machine and I just don’t find the coffee appealing. It is only marginally better than a K-Cup which is the prevalent capsule format here in the US. If you want a nice large cup of great coffee then you shouldn’t be using a Vertuo. Buy some quality beans, get a burr grinder, grind before you brew, brew in an SCA approved coffee brewer like the Bonavita Connoisseur (consistent optimal 12:33 temperature, consistent time) and enjoy. You can’t come close even if your Vertuo spins the capsule at 1000 RPM.

Good video, very informative. I've been a member with Nespresso for 18 years and still not convinced with the vertuo, only maybe for the fact it isn't as noisy as the original but cost effective and for the fact you can't stop the machine when you want a very strong espresso, i'll stick with the original. Thanks for your video

We have just bought our second Vertuo machine but both are the Plus models and not the next. One now for the caravan and one for the house. The main reason we chose the Next version is the opening and closing system, The motorised version of the Next is by far superior. As far as our coffee experience goes, we have had 4 "Original" machines so have had plenty of experience with them. As we both have milk in our coffees, My wife prefers the Cappuccino style and I prefer the flat white we found the depth of flavour 1 capsule compared to 1 capsule if far better in the Vertuo. I ended up using two capsules in the "Original" machine to get the same robust flavour in one of the Vertuo ones. The amount of water is adjustable in the Vertuo machines. You simply continue to hold the start button down until the right amount for you is extracted and let go. The machine from then on remembers that setting every time it reads that bar code. It can be adjusted again up or down in quantity depending on your liking. It only adjusts that capsule and all the others stay as they are set at the factory until and if you change the quantity. The crema really doesn't come into play that much if you use milk. The mouth feel of the coffee to us feels a bit more rich and creamy from the Veruo but that would be subtle at best.

I fill up my pods with my own Columbian coffee. You are right about the foam which is a pain. But reusing the pods with my own coffee is excellent.

I have both because I prefer a larger cup of coffee with the vertuo line. And I felt like I was brewing two of the smaller ones to make one cup. So I got the vertuo, also it also makes that foam which I do like and then all you have to do is add milk. With the classic one I kept that one because sometimes people just want a shot of espresso and I can get other brands like cafe Bustelo, illy and other brands.

Thanks so much for a great video. You've made up my mind to go for the original. The crema for me is the deal breaker. I would have been really disappointed if i had gone with the Virtuo and had foam like that.

We were using a Jura D6 for the last 2 years but my wife and I usually only have 1 coffee in the morning each and sometimes a second later on. For that, the Jura is actually pretty expensive to maintain, the filters, milk pipe, cleaning and descaling tablets, etc add up to almost be the same price as the pods but with a lot more busy work vs just 1 button on Nespresso. We got a new Vertuo Next to replace the Jura last week and the coffee is incredibly bitter and rather gross (especially the fake crema). Upon trying to stop a pod after only a few seconds, it tastes pretty good! Because of this I'm thinking of just going with an Original Line since espresso will allow for a stronger taste and adding milk to cut down on some of the bitterness or acidity depending on the pod. Then we're paying quite a bit less for pods which adds up over time. I'm wondering how to decide between machine? They show the Inissia, Citiz Platinum, Pixie, and Essenza Mini, it says all are practically the same except that the Citiz Plantinum D is "new" and can make more sizes of coffee. Thanks!

Great video. Thanks

Thank you for this review. If I had choice in between these machines like you had for pretty much same price I would go for classic but I had easy choice- £50 Vertuo Machine with 12 capsules and extra 30 as promotion from Nespresso that’s very good deal !

I like the Vertuo because you can make a large cup of coffee. Plus, the invent of the foils and using my own coffee has saved me much money. I use Cafe Bustello expresso coffee and it's great.

I have just purchased a nesspresso original pod compatible machine. It uses any of the compatible pods, including the XL ones L’or make and it makes decent coffee. I previously had a tassimo and it was nowhere near as economical to run. We have a bean to cup, so that is for making more fancy stuff, the nesspresso is to get a quick cup during the day and I’m loving the taste, variety (a bag of beans is hard to change mid bag, capsules are whatever you have in your hand) and you can get variations because the machine doesn’t over think the process. Tassimo was hard to get cheap pods for and the coffee was lacklustre most of the time.

Hi James, many thanks. I automatically assumed that the later machine would produce superior coffee but I concur with your view of the excessive aeration and will stick with an original. I was just about to purchase and stumbled on your review, so thanks again.

Just the video I was looking for. I have used fully automated espresso machine for many years (for adding whole beans). I will definitely go for the original, as I want to be able to by third party capsules. I the main reason for Nestle with the Vertuo system is to maintain this closed system.

Hi thanks for the good reviews. I brought the Nespresso Vertue Plus. £89.00 pounds with free 50 Capsules.👍 I know everyone complaining about the price per capsule. But you must look at the way how much your saving. I only drink to latte a day. So basically £1.04. for 2 Latte. Starbucks or Costa £8.00 . It's a Win Win☺️👍

good video, as a virtuo user I do mix "cremer" in like i do with a normal pulled coffee, but the coffee does not last long enough for it to dry out either my scuro is drank pretty damn fast

The Vertuo Next is just launched in Malaysia. I have been using Latissima Touch and Essenza Mini for almost 5 years. Was thinking of getting this Vertuo but after watching your video, I may just stay with the current machine. I did watch Hoffman video as well but that does not give the comparison between both machines. Thanks for the informative video.

Great comparison. I am stuck as to which way to go. I drink 1 Iced Latte per day, if I had to brew a double espresso I would need to use 2 original line capsules. With the Vertuo I could just use a double espresso capsule, thus saving money. I understand the espresso is nicer out of the original line machines.

Thank you for the review. Its mostly helpful :)

Great review, new espresso new ways to take your money...

Bien explicado. Gracias!!

Thanks for the video. I enjoyed it .☺️ I've been using the Vertuoline Nespresso for a month now, and trying all kinds of coffee recipes with it. From lattes, to afgagatos with ice cream, to milkshakes. 😊 But I think I'm the exact opposite of you. I can't get enough foam on my coffees. LOL. I LOVE all the foam the Vertua machines make AND then I usually add a lot of frothed milk on top. I adore my Vertuoline. But have not yet tried the Original line. Although I am about to try the Original capsules for the first time the day after tomorrow. Pretty exciting for me. I got the Wacaco Nanopresso with the NS (NS = Nespresso) adapter. It's a little manual machine that uses the Original Nespresso pods and is small and completely portable. I ordered one for work so I can have my Nespresso there. They say it makes good coffee too. But the last part of it is arriving tomorrow. So the day after I get to try my first Original capsules. Plus I got a free sleeve as a gift. I don't honestly imagine for me though that the Original capsules will be as wonderful for me as the Vertuo ones,. Even if I had the full size machine for them. I really love being able to make a wide variety of types of coffee, in a good variety of sizes. And the amount of foam is perfect for me. (once I add even more on top).😊 But there are also different flavours in both lines, so having both let's me try out more flavours. I kind of like having both, for that reason I don't personally worry about the size of the capsules. As here in Canada Nespresso has a vigourous recycling programme. It's easy and free to sent the used capsules back to Nespresso and they recycle them all and reuse them again. All of mine will be going back. They say thealuminum pods are infinitely recyclable and there is no point where aluminum becomes no longer recyclable. Plus all the bags....and what you need to send it back is all free.

The only reason they made the virtuo was because the patent expired on the old one. Nespresso has been a money machine for them, but not due to the machines. You can get those below cost price in their promos. They make all their money on capsules. After the patent expired on the old model, this cash flow is drying out. Therefore they had to come up with the new system. For that reason alone, I would never switch over. I like the convinience and cost saving (and also quality improvement) from having a free market for my capsules.

Good video & like you I prefer the original machine… mine is probably 8 /10 years old & it’s never even coughed!!! Loved your honesty

I was ready to buy Vertuo Plus thinking that my original died. Went on RU-vid and followed instructions for troubleshooting. Now it’s working great. I was still debating to buy the “newer” machine due to price cuts/discounts here in US. However, with your review I decided to just keep my original. Also, noticed that my original was manufactured in Switzerland. I wonder were the Virtuo machines are made. Thank you for your review!

I really appreciate the fact that you gave zero comments on the difference in flavor between the machines 👍🏻

I have the original at work and Vertuoplus at home. On the original I get organic single origin pods ins including Indian which has an intensity of 13: whereas in Veruoline I have to buy patented Nespresso pods. Also in US I can get the original for US 0.50 a pod delivered to my door with no delivery fees if 100 + pods. With vertuo it costs 0.98 to 1.25 a pod plus shipping

This is the revue I've been looking for, from someone who is unbiased and not a coffee snob. I've had several Lavazza machines over the years and like the coffee, but machines don't seem to last long. I bought a Nespresso Vertuo Pop from Amazon and just didn't like the head that is delivered on the coffee and the fact that the pods are not easy to come by. Luckily, the machine was faulty and was returned. The same as you, I prefer an Americano style and added extra water. After watching your vid, I'm sure the original is the machine for me. Cheers.

I am considering the Citiz as my first Nespresso machine. I like that it gives me more options for coffee pods outside of the Nespresso brand, but do wish Nespresso made more decaf options. The regular coffee pods are not an option for me. I welcome suggestions from anyone reading this who has found good decaf coffee pods (outside of the Nespresso brand) for a Nespresso Original line machine like the Citiz. Thank you for this video!

Thanks for the video. I was considering the Vertuo machine because Nespresso is trying to give me one (if I buy 280 capsules). Now i know why they are giving the machines away.

Definitely going for the citiz I hate the air bubbles

If you like a very large black espresso, the Lavazza Jolie might be suitable. It keeps making coffee till you press a stop button. The Lavazza capsules contain 7.5g of coffee, vs 5g for Nespresso original. The machine and capsules are cheap and IMO the coffee is MUCH better than my old Creatista made (I now use it as a milk frother only). IMO this might be because the capsules are shallow (like the vertuo ones) and the perforations are large and well spaced (unlike the vertuo, where they are all near the edge) meaning all the Lavazza capsule coffee is steamed, and all the flavour extracted. The lavazza coffee is said to be a little hotter than Nespresso too.

Of all the capsule/pod machines, Nespresso have the cost of them absolutely spot on, getting rid of my tassimo my way 2 for a vertuo plus, tassimo used to be 8 discs for around £4 but now you get 6 discs for a higher cost which is ridiculous, I’ll happily pay £5/£6 for a pack of 10 nespressos any day.

Had a vertuo for a presentation used it for a year but gone back to original half priced coffee and tasted better. Verbose now in cupboard

I liked your video, and to be honest, you hit it on the nail. I own a lattissimo plus and the next and I prefer the lattissimo plus. The crema from the next is just too artificial for me.

About 10 yrs ago because I made awful coffee I decided to buy a K machine for when I had visitors. We went to a specialty store to see the K coffee maker. The sales lady said it grew stale if you didn't use within a certain time. I didn't drink coffee to paraphrase Dr. Seuss, I will not drink it in a cup, I will not drink it in a mug, I will not drink it loaded with cream and sugar. However did love the smell of it especially when camping. Her answer was that I had never tasted good coffee and she showed me to the cutest little machine I had ever see and proceeded to make e about 4 sample tastings and I was hooked. It was black coffee and age 70 I fell in love with coffee that had a natural sweet flavor and NO strong bitter flavor. My Pixie was one of the best buys I have ever made and the sales lady even showed me how to make hot chocolate with the brother. PS. The aroma of the coffee spread all over the store and before you knew it there was a line of people wanting their sample of coffee. Oh one more reason I love this little machine over the Nesspresso virtuo is that some mornings I get 2 hard boiled eggs out of the frig place them in a cup and because there isn't a code I press the hot button and cold eggs get warmed. The pixie always goes in its own little wheeledcarrier on vacations . This year it's going to the San Jose SciCon.

Great comparison video! I have a Nespresso U and a Vertuo Next and as such can do 3 sizes in the Original along with all the Vertuo sizes. Such choice! A point of note that I find most in most of these comparison videos is the "You can't get Vertuo pods form anyone but Nespresso. I'm in Canada, and we can get Starbucks Vertuo and Original Pods at many grocery stores and London Drugs stores, so on those occasions where you haven't got to the boutique or placed an order, one can still get pods.

Thanks for the video.Very informative. However, I do think that you should be making a distinction between the two (now three) different types of Vertuo machines. The first one that I had was the Vertuo PLUS.It was great because it had the easy motorised operation to open the replace the pod. Then I purchased a Vertuo NEXT-this Vertuo machine has the manual method to open to allow the pod to be put in, which I had so much difficulty using; also it was far more foamy than the Vertuo Plus.After 2 Vertuo NEXT machines stopped working, finally Nespresso agreed to replace the Vertuo Next with a Vertuo plus.The Vertuo plus makes far superior coffee than the Vertuo NEXT and is much more reliable. Nespresso has now brought out the Vertuo POP machine, much smaller and in many colours but again using a manual machine opener which I think is difficult to use and just Nespresso saving money on the nice motorised opening to put pods in/out which is used in the Vertuo PLUS My advice is to steer clear of the Vertuo NEXT (I can’t believe that Nespresso is still selling these-in Australia, anyway) and buy the Vertuo PLUS which is easy to open/close and is far more reliable and most importantly, makes better coffee!. The Vertuo capsules are expensive though but I am the only one using the machine once a day so it’s not too bad

I bought the original about 2 months ago. I definitely prefer it over the Vertuo line.

I love the " Podista Coffee Pods Intenso "12 strength. For the CitiZ & milk.

i have a Citiz and now also a old vertuo flatop for a week. Its fun to use. You can also program how big you want your coffee. i don't know why ppl say you can't with the vertuo machines. However i don't find the coffee better. Infact the original capsules are better & less expensive. Only tried 15 vertuo flavours so i yet have to find "the one".

Usually I eject my capsule on my OL machines as it makes them stop dripping, but I've noticed that when I do it on that specific OL machine in the video, the following coffee will be preceeded by about one second of pure water flow. so it only likes to go from capsule to capsule, never eject leaving the loader empty. don't know if you had a similar experience.