Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee Machine by Magimix LE White 11398

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We asked Nespresso owners to tell us how happy they are with their machine and if they had any problems with it. We've taken this data, and test data from our years of lab tests, and analysed the numbers to bring you our verdict on how good Nespresso machines are at making coffee, and how long they're likely to last when you get them home. Depending on the way you like to prepare and drink your coffee, there are a few features that are worth looking out for:

Nicole Papantoniou is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she oversees all testing and content related to cooking and making drinks. She conducted the latest side-by-side test of espresso machines and uses at least one daily. Her favorites are easy to use and clean and — most importantly — deliver a rich and balanced cup of espresso. Brigitt Earley is a freelance writer with over 15 years of experience writing about household products, including kitchen appliances. She also holds a degree in Culinary Arts from The French Culinary Institute (now the Institute of Culinary Education). Brigitt worked under the guidance of experts at The Good Housekeeping Institute to research and write about the best Nespresso machines. You don't need to spend a fortune to get a decent Nespresso machine, but some extract flavour from the capsules better than others. We've found some good value models that make it into our Best Buy list, but others were less impressive. The VertuoPlus perfectly balances features, price and design, making it the best Nespresso machine for most people. It's also one of the most affordable Nespresso machines out there, making it a good entry for consumers who are interested in trying out this type of appliance.

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If you just like a swift shot of espresso in the mornings save yourself some cash and look for a model that doesn't have a milk-frothing feature.

Large water tank and capsule bin If you want to make longer coffees, or brew several in a row, it's worth looking for a larger water tank and capsule bin. This cuts down on how many trips you'll need to make to the tap or bin during the day. More compact models may be easier to fit on your worktop, but you'll probably get less space for water and used capsules.

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Original vs. VertuoLine: To understand the differences between all the Nespresso models, you must first understand the difference between how the VertuoLine and the original series of machines operate. Original machines, including the Creatista Series, the Essenza, the CitiZ and the Lattissima Series, produce espresso by forcing water through the top of a pod using 19 bars of pressure (much like a traditional espresso machine), eventually rupturing the foil at the bottom of the pod and allowing the espresso to flow out. Because the original machines operate more like real espresso machines, they can make espresso only, not coffee, and you should expect a more traditional level of crema. Original machines are also louder than VertuoLine machines because of this process. Nespresso recommends that you descale your machine approximately every three months, and that you use the official Nespresso descaling kit. If you want to make longer coffees choose a model with a 'Lungo' option, or one which lets you control the volume of water per cup. It's worth considering the Nespresso Vertuo range, which is designed for larger cups.