Nespresso Vertuo comes in three forms when it comes to all of the machines, they have the same features so you are just paying for style. One-touch operation makes an easy coffee machine to use. Nespresso provides a good array of coffee types, plenty of coffee choices in my opinion, including flavoured ones, espresso, double espresso, grand lungo, mug and alto (large mug) options. There’s a barcode on each capsule which tells the machine how to prepare the coffee and how much liquid to dispense. Additionally, you can manually stop the flow of coffee when you’re done, or you can top up with extra water. The coffee flavour will depend on the capsules that you use. However, there is a bitter after taste that you don't get comparing to a coffee shop espresso machine this could be due to more water coming thru the capsule to make a longer coffee. Nespresso Vertuo is easy to maintain, thanks to the centrifugal brewing system you don’t get any drips once you’ve removed your mug of coffee, so the pods come out relatively dry. You’ll need to clean the drip tray from time to time, although the centrifugal. You can connect to the coffee machine via an app, first set up could be tricky and vary from a device to another. Throughout the app, you can update the firmware on the coffee machine, but there’s little you can do once it’s online. Just don't spend time looking for the "make my d.. coffee while I'm not in the room" button because it's not there. Nespresso, try to improve their sustainability image, now you can request a free recycling bag by picking one up in a Boutique, order online, or call them. All capsules are completely recyclable for free via stores or organised collection points. Just place your used capsules in the Nespresso recycling bag and when your bag is filled to the line seal it securely, then select the most suitable option to return your pods to Nespresso for recycling. Is up to the consumer to decide whether can rely on than Nestle will do the right thing when comes to capsules recycling. If you want half-decent coffee in a hurry at home, and with precious little mess, this is as good as it gets. The coffee is consistently strong and drinkable, and the range of capsules provide lots of different options and flavours, which is great for when you fancy a change. Although I would have liked to have seen some sort of milk frother on the machine - it feels like a machine that would benefit from this add-on.

I've used Nespresso for years now for espresso and milky drinks, but was never happy with it for longer black coffees. The Vertuo is the exact solution to this problem, accommodating pods of different sizes with the right amount of coffee in to make the size of drink. I love the range available and it's much easier to experiment with different types and sizes. The coffee is good quality as you'd expect - and you still get the great crema, even though it's a bigger cup. It's much quieter than the older machines, although takes a little longer. This makes sense as it's pouring a longer cup of coffee. The pods are quite big, but it comes with the Nespresso recycling bag so you know you're doing your best for the planet. The only real downside for me is it's bulkier than I realised. Not a major issue, just not as compact as I'm used to. Overall I love it and have happily switched from my old machine!

I was excited to set this up - quick glance at the instructions - downloaded the Nespresso app - linked to Bluetooth and WiFi (wasn’t expecting that) then a 5-7min set up process for the machine to run hot water through it. I was excited to try my first coffee - you get a nice small selection of coffees to trial - press the button and off you go! It’s quite a noisy machine but spend 5 mins in a coffee shop and those things aren’t quiet either - but it makes the drink very quickly - you can then top up your coffee if you are using a large mug by pushing the button again. The major pro to this machine for me is that I use soy milk - so having just coffee capsules means You can add your milk of choice - the coffee comes out cooler than it wound from a kettle too so this means soy milk doesn’t curdle despite the coffee strength. I’ve been drinking lots of coffees this past week and haven’t once switched on my kettle to make an instant one! The machine itself is sleek and doesn’t take up much worktop space (much smaller than my older model which has sadly stopped working after several years) The water tank is hidden behind but easy to see when it is running low - I like the fact this model doesn’t have a filter built in which needs replacing (costs add up) obviously you could pour filtered water into it if that bothered you. When you register the machine you set up an account with nespresso where you can buy the pods - other places are obviously available too but they have some good new customer offers. The pods are partly recyclable - which is a pro obvious - hopefully they will develop this to make them 100% recyclable. I’m impressed - possibly drinking too much coffee but it’s new and exciting!

I can’t recommend this machine highly enough. The Vertuo pods offer so much more versatility than their predecessors and this machine is so intuitive and easy to use, it’s a winning combination.

Having only ever owned a coffee machine where you had to add the ground coffee yourself then clean it out before then adding the grounds again and repeat for the number of coffees you required, I was really looking forward to using the new Nespresso pod machine and it didn’t disappoint. On arrival I found the device very easy to set up and use. The most difficult part was understanding all the different coffee types that came with the device; which I did struggle with not being a coffee connoisseur. Then again this was part of the fun and I soon learnt which coffee I liked the most. The device itself is quite stylish by design, however, loading and unloading the pods I felt was a bit clunky and not very smooth. Having said that, when making the coffee I did find the device was surprisingly quiet. It made a very hot coffee which I have struggled with when drinking coffee round friends houses who own similar devices. I also liked the way it collected the used pods in a separate container which was also very easy to empty and clean once full. The bonus with this new device is that not only can you choose a wide selection of coffees you can also choose sizes from espresso to the very largest. This is done automatically using the bar code on the pod. If you are a regular coffee drinker and appreciate a great coffee without the faff then this device is great.

Like most of these machines it’s never as hot as you’d like but the coffee is nice and strong and full of flavour. Stick your milk in the mug first and microwave for a minute is my tip!

So, love coffee of all sorts but when I want a longer coffee hit, particularly to take with me, instant coffee just doesn't make the cut and my original Nespresso machine is just too small (size of coffee, not machine) so I tried the new Vertuo Next. First of all, it tastes great. There is a massive choice from a quick espresso to the 414ml Alto - perfect for my travel mug, and they are all like they were made in my local coffee shop. The crema is really good, and looks so impressive in a glass mug - Add a little milk BEFORE you start and you get something resembling a flat white. It's very quick and effortless as the machine knows what capsule is in, and after connecting to Wifi can actually be updated over the air?! - I can literally hit the open button, pop it in and press go, by the time I’ve made a bite to eat it ready to drink no matter what I’ve decided to enjoy!!

The Vertuo Magimix Nespresso is the talking point of any kitchen. A wonderfully simplistic yet bold design which would compliment any kitchen aesthetic, this machine screams class. Simple set-up and use, the machine takes seconds to heat once turned on and produces a room filling aroma. With dozens of flavours of coffee in all manner of sizes to choose from the biggest issue I've had is settling on a coffee blend! The starter pack of Vertuo pods included with the machine give a fairly nice array of coffee to chose from and the Nespresso app and accompanying paperwork make ordering more coffee from the complete range easy to do. The Nespresso pod recycling service is a wonderful addition which only serve further to enhance the brand awareness and respect. Many of my household have now tried a number of the pods and very much enjoyed the experience.