Vertuo

Hahaha, that’s pretty much exactly the experience I had today when I tried, for the first time ever, whatever it is a Nespresso Vertuo makes. (I happened to find myself in an office with such a machine, and curiosity got the better of me.) The shiny capsules certainly looked pretty and space-agey, w

1. Best Overall: Nespresso Vertuo Plus Still the undisputed GOAT in 2026. While Nespresso tries to push the newer "Pop" and "Next" models, the Plus is the one with the motorized lid that actually lasts more than a year. The Consensus: It produces a better, thicker crema than the cheaper models. If you

1. Best Overall: Nespresso Vertuo Plus Still the undisputed GOAT in 2026. While Nespresso tries to push the newer "Pop" and "Next" models, the Plus is the one with the motorized lid that actually lasts more than a year. The Consensus: It produces a better, thicker crema than the cheaper models. If you

1. Best Overall: Nespresso Vertuo Plus Still the undisputed GOAT in 2026. While Nespresso tries to push the newer "Pop" and "Next" models, the Plus is the one with the motorized lid that actually lasts more than a year. The Consensus: It produces a better, thicker crema than the cheaper models. If you

1. Best Overall: Nespresso Vertuo Plus Still the undisputed GOAT in 2026. While Nespresso tries to push the newer "Pop" and "Next" models, the Plus is the one with the motorized lid that actually lasts more than a year. The Consensus: It produces a better, thicker crema than the cheaper models. If you

1. Best Overall: Nespresso Vertuo Plus (by De'Longhi/Breville) This remains the most popular machine for a reason. It uses barcode-reading technology to adjust its brewing parameters (time, temperature, and flow rate) for each specific capsule automatically. Why it wins: Produces a thick, signature cre