Nespresso CitiZ vs Nespresso Vertuo Lattissima
Quick take: The Nespresso CitiZ costs $50 less.
| Spec | Nespresso CitiZ | Nespresso Vertuo Lattissima |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 | $299 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (979) | 4★ (504) |
| Type | Pod/Capsule | Pod/Capsule |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 19 bar | — |
| Water capacity | 34 oz | 54 oz |
| Warm-up time | 25 seconds | 25 seconds |
| Steam wand | — | Auto |
| Basket type | — | — |
| Best for | Design-Conscious Espresso Drinkers | Latte Lovers |
| Dimensions | 5.1 x 14.6 x 10.9 in | 7.5 x 16.0 x 12.4 in |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs | 13.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Nespresso CitiZ
- ✓Real 19-bar pump extraction of OriginalLine capsules delivers proper crema-topped espresso
- ✓34 oz water tank brews roughly ten shots between refills - noticeably more than the Pixie
- ✓Folding cup tray fits tall latte glasses under the spout, rare for a slim pod machine
- ✓OriginalLine format accepts cheap third-party capsules from dozens of roasters
- ✗No milk frothing built in - the Aeroccino bundle pushes the price near $300
- ✗Only two cup sizes (espresso and lungo), so no barcode-style automatic drink variety
- ✗Drip tray area stains and shows spills quickly on the glossy finish
- ✗Costs more than the Essenza Plus while making functionally identical shots
Nespresso Vertuo Lattissima
- ✓Only Vertuo model with an integrated milk system - lattes and cappuccinos with a single button press
- ✓Milk carafe detaches, stores leftover milk in the fridge, and is fully dishwasher safe
- ✓Large 54 oz water tank means far fewer refills than the Pop+ or Vertuo Next
- ✓Barcode scanning auto-sets brew parameters for every capsule from espresso to 18 oz carafe
- ✗Centrifugal spinning, not 19-bar pump pressure - crema is frothy rather than true espresso
- ✗Milk froth is fixed at one texture - no fine control like a Creatista steam wand offers
- ✗Big 16-inch-deep footprint with the carafe attached hogs counter space
- ✗Locked into pricier Vertuo capsules with no third-party alternatives