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Capsule and pod machines compared 2026
Espresso machines and coffee

Capsule and pod machines compared 2026

Looking for capsule and pod machines that hold up in everyday use and are worth their money? Fast and clean at the push of a button, with an honest calculation: what do a capsule and a pod really cost per cup? Here you will find rated models with their key figures, features and a guide price.

We rate every product independently on build quality, performance, handling and value for money, without sugar-coating and without hidden promotion. That way you can see at a glance which model really fits your budget and your coffee routine. How we rate is explained in our rating methodology. Prices are in euros from Amazon.de and may differ in your country.

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Prices are in euros from Amazon.de and may differ in your country.

Sage Creatista Plus
Comparison winner 2026
Sage

Creatista Plus

★★★★★Rating 4.7 / 5
Nespresso Original systemAutomatic steam wand with temperature sensor11 temperature and 8 foam levels
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €489.99
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Nespresso CitiZ mit Aeroccino
Editors' pick
Nespresso

CitiZ mit Aeroccino

★★★★★Rating 4.5 / 5
Nespresso Original systemAeroccino milk frother included19 bar pump pressure
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €167.89
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Nespresso Vertuo Next
Nespresso

Vertuo Next

★★★★☆Rating 4.3 / 5
Vertuo barcode system4 capsule sizes S to XL, cups from 25 to 535 mlBluetooth & Wi-Fi for software updates, can be switched off on the machine
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €69.90
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Senseo Original Plus
Value pick
Senseo

Original Plus

★★★★☆Rating 4.3 / 5
45 aroma nozzles (Coffee Boost)Pad holders for 1 and 2 cups in the boxDirect start without pre-heating
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €59.90
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Senseo Switch
Senseo

Switch

★★★★☆Rating 4.3 / 5
Two modes: pad and filter coffeeStainless steel thermal jug for up to 7 cupsSENSEO coffee pads according to the data sheet
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €95.99
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Tchibo Cafissimo Milk
Tchibo

Cafissimo Milk

★★★★☆Rating 4.2 / 5
Integrated milk system with approx. 400 ml milk containerCafissimo capsule systemDrink volume storable per button, approx. 30 to 250 ml
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €89.00
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Tassimo My Way 2
Tassimo

My Way 2

★★★★☆Rating 4.1 / 5
Personalisation of strength, volume, temperatureBRITA MAXTRA+ water filter includedMemory for 4 favourite drinks
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €59.00
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Nespresso Vertuo Pop
Nespresso

Vertuo Pop

★★★★☆Rating 4.0 / 5
Vertuo barcode system13.6 cm wide, 25 cm high according to the instruction manualBluetooth and Wi-Fi, can be switched off on the machine
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €75.90
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Nespresso Essenza Mini
Nespresso

Essenza Mini

★★★★☆Rating 3.9 / 5
Nespresso Original system8.4 cm wide according to Nespresso19 bar pump pressure
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €81.38
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Tassimo Happy
Beginner pick
Tassimo

Happy

★★★★☆Rating 3.8 / 5
T-Disc barcode systemReady immediately, no heat-up timeOne-button operation
Guide price · 1 shop
approx. €34.99
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