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Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi: price, specs & release date

Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi, released 2017. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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Is the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi a good buy?

At $219, the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi is the cheapest of the 21 espresso machines we track, where the median is $699.95. On the spec sheet, its water tank of 1.2 L is below the median of the 17, and its release of 2017 is below the median of the 13.

Evidence of Record

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No independent lab has measured this product yet. 2 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi

Two whitelisted testers reviewed this exact machine hands-on but qualitatively, with no lab measurements: TechRadar (2018, month-long test) and Reviewed/USA Today (2019). Both praise one-touch convenience and reliability, rich crema from centrifusion brewing, and the compact sleek design; both flag the aluminum-pod recycling hassle, though they split on overall value and eco-impact.

Based on 2 reviews · 2018-03-06–2019-07-26

Tested by TechRadar, Reviewed

Consistently praised

  • One-touch, no-learning-curve convenience and reliability · 2 sources
  • Rich, crema-topped coffee from centrifusion brewing · 2 sources
  • Sleek, compact, countertop-friendly design · 2 sources

Commonly flagged

  • Aluminum pods are a recycling hassle and create waste · 2 sources
  • Locked into pricey proprietary Nespresso pods

Where reviewers disagree The two split on value and eco-impact: TechRadar calls the waste 'big' and running costs a real drawback, tempering its verdict, while Reviewed frames the pods as net cost-saving versus cafe coffee and names it best single-serve. Both reviews cover the identical VertuoPlus machine (branded 'by Breville'/Nespresso at the time; the same unit is distributed as 'by De'Longhi' in other regions). Neither published measured benchmarks.

The sources (2)

TechRadar hands-on ·

We tested this machine for a month and the extraction technique worked every time, without fail.
At around 60 pence/80 cents per pod, a morning espresso habit could soon add up.
The only main downside is the environmental impact, and it's big: you're creating a lot of waste here.

Reviewed hands-on ·

The sleek look, intuitive design, and user-friendly brewing process won our hearts at Reviewed, easily earning our badge for best single-serve coffee maker
With the VertuoLine centrifusion brewing method, our coffee came out with foamy crema on top, a truly luxurious experience, unlike the rudimentary pressure brewing method used in most traditional pod machines.
The Nespresso capsules are advertised as easily recyclable, but you can't always toss them in your bin and call it a day.

Specifications

Price (US)$219 Base model (ENV150 series, e.g. ENV150B/BM/GY) US MSRP $219 (verified via coffeedant.com 2025 review citing $219 MSRP; street price discounted to ~$130-175 at Amazon/Staples/Best Buy). Deluxe variant (ENV155T Piano Black) lists higher (~$199-249). Prior $109.99 figure was unsubstantiated and below any real Vertuo Plus price; corrected to $219 US MSRP.
BrandNespresso
Released2017
Typecapsule
Boilerthermoblock
Built in grinderNo
Grind settings—
Milk frothernone (Aeroccino sold separately)
Pressure (bar)—
Water tank (L)1.2
ProgrammableYes

Source: target.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by homegrounds.co. coffeedant.com 2025 Vertuo Plus review confirms $219 MSRP (street price discounted to ~$133.90 on Amazon) and 40 oz rotating water tank on the base ENV150 (Deluxe variant uses 57.5 oz); notes ENV150 designation is the De'Longhi NA-market manufacturing code, not an upgraded variant. homegrounds.co Nespresso guide confirms Vertuo Plus uses Centrifusion technology (7,000 rpm centrifugal extraction, not traditional pump), 40 oz (1.18 L ≈ 1.2 L) water tank, 5 cup sizes (espresso 40 mL / double espresso 80 mL / gran lungo 150 mL / coffee 230 mL / alto 414 mL), barcode-scanning automation. pressure_bar = null because Vertuo uses centrifugal extraction rather than a pump-pressure system. No built-in grinder or steam wand; Aeroccino milk frother is an optional accessory sold separately. priceUsd corrected from a prior unsubstantiated $109.99 to the verified $219 US MSRP. Release year 2017 for Vertuo Plus generation per homegrounds.co context.

Is the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi worth it vs cheaper espresso machines?

Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi against its closest cheaper and pricier espresso machines on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 21 ranked

ProductPriceTypeBoilerBuilt in grinderMilk frotherWater tank (L)
Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi this$219capsulethermoblockNonone (Aeroccino sold separately)1.2
De'Longhi Dedica Arte EC885M$299.95semi-automaticthermoblockNomanual steam wand (My LatteArt)—

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi?

Two whitelisted testers reviewed this exact machine hands-on but qualitatively, with no lab measurements: TechRadar (2018, month-long test) and Reviewed/USA Today (2019). Both praise one-touch convenience and reliability, rich crema from centrifusion brewing, and the compact sleek design; both flag the aluminum-pod recycling hassle, though they split on overall value and eco-impact. Praised: One-touch, no-learning-curve convenience and reliability; Rich, crema-topped coffee from centrifusion brewing; Sleek, compact, countertop-friendly design. Flagged: Aluminum pods are a recycling hassle and create waste; Locked into pricey proprietary Nespresso pods. (From 2 tester reviews.)

How much does the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi cost?

The Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi has a US price of $219 (Base model (ENV150 series, e.g. ENV150B/BM/GY) US MSRP $219 (verified via coffeedant.com 2025 review citing $219 MSRP; street price discounted to ~$130-175 at Amazon/Staples/Best Buy). Deluxe variant (ENV155T Piano Black) lists higher (~$199-249). Prior $109.99 figure was unsubstantiated and below any real Vertuo Plus price; corrected to $219 US MSRP.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi compare on price?

At $219, the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi is the cheapest of the 21 espresso machines we track, where the median is $699.95.

When was the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi released?

The Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi was released 2017.

What are the Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi's key specs?

Nespresso Vertuo Plus by De'Longhi (Nespresso): type capsule, boiler thermoblock, built in grinder No, milk frother none (Aeroccino sold separately), water tank l 1.2. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $219 at target.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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