Nespresso has paved the way for coffee pod technology which is evident in both the Nespresso Pixie and the Nespresso Vertuoline. These two espresso machines are not able to make coffee with traditional beans, but rather exclusively use pod technology.
To help you decide if the Nespresso Pixie or the Nespresso Vertuoline is right for you, we’ve compared the two espresso machines in the categories of mechanics, features, accessories and capacity. We then offer a recommendation.
Mechanics
The Nespresso Pixie uses both large size 7.77 ounce coffee pods and smaller 1.35 ounce espresso pods.
The Nespresso Vertuoline employs Centrifusion technology to extract all the aromas of the coffee bean in a gentle manner.
The Nespresso Vertuoline uses both large size 7.77 ounce coffee pods and smaller 1.35 ounce espresso pods.
Both the Nespresso PIxie and the Nespresso Vertuoline are only compatible with Nespresso brand pods. In fact, the Nespresso Vertuoline takes this one step further and only accepts pods in the Nespresso Vertuolineuoline brand of pods.
The water tanks for both machines are BPA free.
Features
The heat up time for the Nespresso PIxie is 25 seconds.
The Nespresso Pixie has empty water tank detection in order for you to be assured that your ability to brew a cup of espresso is primed and ready.
Because Nespresso machines are geared for the use of pods, the Nespresso Vertuoline has a nice feature in that it uses barcode reading technology in order to brew the perfect cup.
The Nespresso Vertuoline has a one button operation in order to brew your espresso conveniently. The heat up time for the Nespresso Vertuoline is 15 to 20 seconds.
Both the Nespresso Pixie and the Nespresso Vertuoline have an automatic off mode after nine minutes of non-use so that you never have to worry about accidentally leaving the machine on.
Accessories
Both the Nespresso PIxie and the Nespresso Vertuoline have a number of accessories for purchase including espresso glasses, spoons and a travel mug.
Coffee pods for both machines can be ordered online through the Nespresso website, through Amazon, or at other in store retailers.
Capacity
The Nespresso Pixie has dimensions of 4.4 inches x 12.8 inches x 9.3 inches.
There is a capsule container that can accommodate 11 used pods. It is available in carmine red, steel or titan grey.
The Nespresso Vertuoline has dimensions of 8.3 inches x 11.9 inches x 11.9 inches.
The water tank for the Nespresso Vertuoline is 1.2 liters. There is a capsule container that can accommodate 13 used pods.
It is available in black, red or chrome.
Conclusion
When choosing between the two espresso machines, you can’t beat the rating that the Nespresso Pixie has received from Amazon.com, in that it is the number one best seller in the category of super-automatic espresso machines.
While the Nespresso Vertuoline is a solid espresso machine, consumers who purchased the Nespresso Pixie liked the stylish, compact design and its ability to consistently produce a quality cup of espresso or coffee.
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