De'Longhi Vertuo Plus
Score: 68/100
Nespresso Vertuo
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Breville Nespresso Vertuo delivers rapid 15-20 second heat-up and uses Centrifusion technology to produce espresso with a natural crema, all in a compact chrome design. Its limitations include reliance on proprietary VertuoLine capsules, a modest water tank, and the absence of an integrated milk frother. Ideal for users who prioritize speed and convenience in a single-serve machine.
The De'Longhi VertuoPlus offers a motorized brew head, automatic capsule ejection and a generous 60 oz water tank, plus an Aeroccino frother for milk drinks. However, its reported 0 bar pump pressure and reliance on proprietary capsules limit espresso quality and flexibility. It suits users who want a convenient single-serve machine with a larger water reservoir but do not demand high-pressure espresso performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0 barbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.4 kgbest | 4.9 kg |
1,774 mlbest | 1,183 ml | |
325 mmbest | 302.7 mm | |
142 mm | 212.1 mmbest | |
411 mmbest | 302.7 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1,350 Wbest |
120 Vbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Heat‑Up Time (seconds) | 15-25 seconds | 15-20 seconds |
Capacity(1) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 1774 ml | 1183 ml |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Height (mm) | 325 mm | 302.7 mm |
Width (mm) | 142 mm | 212.1 mm |
Depth (mm) | 411 mm | 302.7 mm |
Weight (kg) | 4.4 kg | 4.9 kg |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1200-1350 W | 1350 W |
Professional descriptions from major retailers stress the machine's innovative Centrifusion system that delivers authentic crema, its solid premium build, and the convenience of barcode-driven brewing that eliminates manual adjustments, positioning it as a high-end, hassle-free option for espresso and coffee lovers.
Busy professionals who need rapid heat-up and one-button operation, small households or individuals wanting both espresso and coffee without a full-size machine, apartment dwellers with limited counter space, and users who value consistent, capsule-based results over customization.
