Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine by Breville, White

I own this machine and one from DeLonghi. Both machines are great. I experienced leaking around the base of the water tank and think Nespresso could have done a better job on the design. A simple o-ring would solve the problem. For those contemplating a VertuolPlus machine. The leaking can be resolved by removing the water tank to fill and, when reinstalling, press it straight down firmly. So why 5-stars? Simple, because it makes the best cup of coffee for a pod based machine. I also have 2 Nespresso Original line machines and this coffee is better to me than the Americano I can make with either of those machines. And it's easier to do since you don't have to heat the water separately before shooting the espresso shot into it. This is one button, full cup. For those of you who aren't familiar, an Americano is simply a cup of coffee the way typical Americans drink it, made from a shot of espresso.We have this one at home and I have the DeLonghi in my office (it's a color thing). I did notice one difference between the two. The Breville put out more water at any pod size then the DeLonghi. That actually accentuates the bitter notes in the coffee because, as a matter of chemistry, coffee always pulls sour first, then sweet, and then bitter. The trick is balancing the sweet and bitter. If you reprogram this machine to pull a few seconds shorter, the results are a deeper finish to your coffee. For me that means leaving about 1/2 inch at the top of my standard cup. From the factory, this machine filled the cup completely. Taste is subjective and to each their own, but for those of you who get this machine and find the coffee slightly bitter, this will change the profile. I do want to be clear, I'm not talking k-cup bitter here. It's still a great cup of coffee even with default flow. Please remember, no pod based machine makes the best coffee possible. Nespresso VertuoPlus machines just make the best pod coffee possible today.Now for the caveat, if you use crappy chlorinated city water in any coffee preparation the heat will accentuate the chlorine. Don't complain about the results if you don't use good water.

Although the pods are expensive, this unit MADE good coffee but then developed a leak within the machine. The reservoir is not leaking, as has happened to others, instead it's from inside and coffee pours onto my counters with every attempt to use it. I used this for one year and have been really disappointed as it's so expensive compared to drip coffee or French presses, yet lacks the durability of these strategies. Look at pod prices before you buy ($$$) and determine whether you want to weather a high chance of leaks. What a headache.

Makes coffee fast and not to hot. I haven't had any issues with the machine itself. The only thing I don't like is the Vertuo blends they offer. All that I have tried are way to strong for me.

We have had the original Nespresso machine for years... loud & the pump produced only the slightest trickle causing us to hit the add mor water button often!So glad we finally made the switch... I studied all the possibilities & reviews...I can’t say enough praise for the new technology in this Virtuo-Plus coffee maker! It’s quick, easy to use & quiet!Love the coffee selections... Love the decaf!....And Love the Creme on top! Now I need Clear glass mugs!I am so Content!! Thank you Nespresso!! 🤩

LOVE LOVE LOVE this unit!!! Got this for my husband and I after my mom was gifted a Delonghi Vertuo for Christmas from my sister. Went with this one because the footprint is smaller and the Delonghi was VERY loud. The Breville is much quieter and the Off White colour is SOOOOO chic!!! And the coffee is just wonderful!!!!

Broken out of the box.I purchased my machine after beleiving it was a quality product. The first machine showed up and was not working when new out of the box. It was replaced, was told with a refurbished machine (even I bought it new). In less than 4 months the second machine has now failed and needs to be repaired.This product is taughted by Nespresso as a quality machine. My experience is anything but that. I have had several machines over many years, including superautomatic machines that lasted years, with much greater use.I am very dissappointed with your product.

The coffee is good but I have problems with this machine whenever I try to use it. I keep it in the camper, so it's only on weekends. I'm going to call Nespresso and try to replace it. I've had issues with it since I got it!

If you want one and you’ve been hesitating, stop hesitating. I waited for all sorts of sales and price compared because I wanted the white model. After weeks - months I came back and bought it here. I’ve been nothing but happy with the product.