Best Nespresso machines for 2025: models compared for every coffee drinker

Nespresso machines are a popular option for time-poor and caffeine-starved coffee fans. Read on for our Best Buy recommendations and expert buying advice.

With more than 20 different models to choose from, you'll need to consider your budget, the type of coffee you like to drink and which features you can't live without, to narrow down your options.

All Nespresso machines use the same Nespresso Original or Nespresso Vertuo capsule systems, but they differ in terms of features, style and capacity.

To see all the Original and Vertuo machines we've tested, head straight to our Nespresso machine reviews.

Best Nespresso Original machines for 2025

These are some of the best Nespresso Original machines from our rigorous coffee machine tests, which includes a coffee taste test by our experts.

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Best Nespresso Vertuo machines for 2025

Prefer a Nespresso Vertuo machine instead? These are some of the top Nespresso Vertuo machines from our expert coffee machine tests.

Nespresso machines by price

• Nespresso machines under £100
• Nespresso machines under £200
• Nespresso machines under £300

Why you can trust our Nespresso machine reviews

Nespresso machines might not be as sophisticated as bean-to-cup machines, but that doesn't mean we treat them any differently.

In fact, we go to great lengths to ensure our coffee machine testing is the best in the business.

To keep our reviews unbiased and impartial, we buy all our test machines. We don't accept free product samples or loans from PR companies. 

Our independent laboratory assesses each machine's coffee-making performance, and the coffees they make are assessed by our panel of experts in a blind-taste test.

As well as testing milk frothers, we also make dozens of individual tests and checks, from key factors such as the taste of the coffee and dispensing speed, to ease of use, quietness and energy efficiency. 

Learn more about the lengths we go to in how we test coffee machines.

Where to buy a Nespresso machine

Thirsting for a Nespresso machine? Here are some retailers that stock them.

• Amazon offers Nespresso machines from brands including DeLonghi, Krumps and Magimix. Standard delivery is free on all orders over £35.
• AO mostly stocks Magimix Nespresso machines, but other brands are available, too. Delivery costs up to £6 for non-members and is free for AO Five Star members.
• Currys sells DeLonghi, Krups and Magimix Nespresso machines, among other brands. Click & Collect is free, as is standard delivery on orders over £40.
• John Lewis has a range of Nespresso machines from brands such as DeLonghi, Krups and Magimix. UK standard delivery within two to five days, 8am - 8pm, Monday to Saturday is free on orders over £50, otherwise it's £4.50. Next or named day delivery is available from £7.50. Click & Collect is free on orders over £30.
• Nespresso stocks its proprietary ranges of Original and Vertuo machines on the Nespresso website. Standard delivery is free on all machines.
• Very sells Nespresso machines from brands such as Krups, Magimix and Sage. Standard delivery is free along with Click & Collect on orders £30 or more and free returns. If you want delivery to your door, prices start from £3.99.

How to choose the best Nespresso machine for you

The easiest way to narrow down your options is to consider the type of coffee you like to drink.

• If you just like a swift shot of espresso in the mornings save yourself some cash and look for a model without a milk frother. 
• If you like long coffees choose a model with a 'Lungo' option, or one which lets you control the volume of water per cup. It's also worth considering the Nespresso Vertuo range, which is designed for larger cups.
• If you're into frothy, milky coffees choose between models with a milk-frothing accessory. Filter our coffee machine reviews by machines with milk frothing and check how our experts rated the cappuccinos. Alternatively, buy a bundle with the Nespresso Aeroccino frother or check out our best milk frothers guide. 

Useful features to consider

Besides a milk frother, there are a few features that are worth looking out for:

• Removable drip tray If you prefer long coffees, you'll need to ensure the machine has an adjustable cup stand or removable drip-tray to accommodate larger mugs. If you're an espresso drinker, adjustable height means you can get small espresso cups nearer to the spout which helps prevent splashes.
• 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. Compact models may be easier to fit on your worktop, but you'll get less space for water and used capsules. 
• Personalisation function Some models can remember the amount of water needed to fill your favourite mug, or record multiple temperature or milk frothing settings. You'll usually pay more for personalisation features like this but they make it easier to get your perfect coffee with a minimum of faff.

Nespresso Vertuo or Original?

In 2017, Nespresso launched an entirely new capsule system: Nespresso Vertuo. This system uses centrifugal force – spinning the capsules at high speed – to extract your brew. It's designed to make a wider range of coffees, particularly longer drinks, for those who want more than espresso. 

There are three pod sizes to choose from, and a widening range of different machines available, starting from roughly £99 up to around £219. You can't use original Nespresso capsules in these machines; only Vertuo pods will fit. 

Read about the pros and cons of Original and Vertuo in Nespresso Original vs Nespresso Vertuo – which one should you buy?

What is the difference between the Nespresso machines?

Here's an overview of some of the coffee machines included in the official Nespresso range. You can click on the model name to see our full test review, if it's a model we've tested.

Not sure if a Nespresso machine is for you? Read about other machine types in our best coffee machines guide.

What is the best budget Nespresso machine?

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. 

What you might miss if you opt for a cheaper model are the fancy extras – such as milk-frothing accessories and personalisation or smart control. However, one bonus of the cheaper models is they are usually very compact, and will easily squeeze onto the most crowded of kitchen worktops.

Go to our Nespresso machine reviews to filter the latest reviewed models by price and find the one for you.

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