Pod/Capsule
$129
Nespresso
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+
★4.3(2,331 reviews)
Nespresso's smallest, cheapest Vertuo machine spins barcode-scanned capsules into five cup sizes with one button and a 30-second heat-up.
Price
$129
Boiler
Thermoblock
Best For
Beginners
Specifications
Dimensions
8.6 x 14.0 x 10.4 in
Weight
7.7 lbs
Water Tank
25.4 oz
Warranty
1 year
Grinder
Not included
Warm-Up Time
30 seconds
Features
Centrifusion Extraction (No Pump)Barcode Capsule Recognition5 Cup SizesBluetooth/WiFi Auto-Updates30-Second Heat-Up
Pros
- ✓Cheapest entry into the Vertuo line at $129, and frequently discounted under $100
- ✓Tiny footprint fits dorms, offices, and cramped counters
- ✓Barcode scanning auto-sets brew parameters for every capsule size from espresso to 12 oz
- ✓WiFi/Bluetooth connectivity keeps brewing firmware updated automatically
Cons
- ✗Uses centrifugal spinning, not 19-bar pump pressure - crema is frothy rather than true espresso
- ✗Small 25.4 oz water tank needs refilling constantly if you brew for two
- ✗Locked into pricier Vertuo capsules with no third-party alternatives
- ✗Brews slightly cooler than larger Vertuo models and runs loud at around 70 dB
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