Vertuo Pop+

Nespresso's smallest, cheapest Vertuo: one button for five cup sizes plus an iced mode, but you're locked into Vertuo pods.

7.6

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Type: Single-serve capsule coffee and espresso machine (Nespresso Vertuo)
Capsule system: Nespresso Vertuo capsules
Cup sizes: Espresso, Double Espresso, Gran Lungo (5 oz), Coffee (8 oz), XL (12 oz)
Typical price: $129.99

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Last reviewed October 17, 2026 by the Coffee Reviews editors · How we score

Nespresso's smallest, cheapest Vertuo: one button for five cup sizes plus an iced mode, but you're locked into Vertuo pods.

The Vertuo Pop+ is Nespresso's compact entry-level Vertuo machine, sold in the US as a Breville-made machine. One button brews five cup sizes from a single espresso to a 12 oz XL, and a Coffee Creations mode makes a concentrated pour for iced drinks. It heats up in 30 seconds and adds Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for cup customization. It suits people who want quick, consistent pod coffee in a small footprint. Reviewers note it only takes Nespresso's pricier Vertuo capsules, is a bit drippy and won't fit tall mugs.

Best for

Small kitchens and dorms that want one-button coffee and espresso-style shots
Iced-coffee drinkers who want a concentrated pour over ice
Buyers who value convenience over bean choice

What we like

One-touch brewing with a 30-second heat-up
Five cup sizes from espresso to a 12 oz XL, plus an iced-coffee mode
Compact footprint with a removable 25.4 oz tank
Low machine price for a Vertuo
Quiet, with a 2-minute auto-off

Watch-outs

Only accepts Nespresso Vertuo capsules, which cost more and are sold mainly by Nespresso
Tall mugs and some glasses won't fit
Tom's Guide found it drippy and the coffee not very hot
No carafe size, unlike the Vertuo Next or Creatista

How it scored

The breakdown.

7.6Good

Gear score out of 10, weighted across five factors.

Performance30%7.2
It brews consistent Vertuo coffee in five sizes, but Tom's Guide found the performance underwhelming and wished the coffee were hotter.
Build & reliability20%7.1
It is a compact, mostly plastic machine made in Hungary. Tom's Guide calls it quiet but quite drippy, and no warranty term is published on the product page.
Ease of use15%8.9
One button, a 30-second heat-up and capsule-specific brewing make it as easy as coffee gets, though tall mugs won't fit.
Value20%7.6
At $129.99 list (Tom's Guide says it's almost always discounted) the machine is cheap, but Vertuo-only capsules cost more than generic pods and lock you into Nespresso.
Community love15%7.6
NBC Select and casual reviewers like it as a simple, affordable machine, while forum users split between convenience fans and critics of Vertuo pod prices and lock-in.

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What people are saying

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“It's cute, it's compact, and it's budget-friendly. While the performance didn't blow me away, for a machine that has one job, it does that job well.”

Millie FenderTom's Guide · 2025-09

“I'm a Vertuo fan and it got me out of going to the coffeeshop almost every day in a way my Chemex doesn't (so it ended up being net savings despite the relatively higher pod cost).”

kylehotchkissHacker News · 2023-01

“I definitely do not recommend the Nespresso Vertuo machines since the pods are very expensive and hard to find.”

jdlygaHacker News · 2023-01

Specifications

By the numbers.

Model: Vertuo Pop+ (GCV6, Coconut White)
Capsule system: Nespresso Vertuo capsules
Cup sizes: Espresso, Double Espresso, Gran Lungo (5 oz), Coffee (8 oz), XL (12 oz)
Iced: Coffee Creations mode: double-click for a concentrated pour over ice
Connectivity: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (cup customization, maintenance)
Heat-up time: 30 seconds
Water tank: Removable, 25.4 fl oz (750 ml)
Used-capsule container: 8 espresso or 5 mug capsules
Cup support: Movable, 2 positions
Auto-off: After 2 minutes
Power: 120 V, 60 Hz, 1500 W
Made in: Hungary
Dimensions: 8.6 × 14 × 10.4 in (W × D × H)
Weight: 3.6 kg (7.9 lb)
Power: 1500 W
Brews: Pod machine, Espresso, Iced / over ice
Typical price: $129.99 for Vertuo Pop+ machine (Coconut White) (checked October 2026)

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FAQ

Good questions.

Can the Vertuo Pop+ use Original Nespresso or third-party pods?

No. It brews only Nespresso Vertuo capsules, which aren't interchangeable with OriginalLine capsules. Tom's Guide notes the Vertuo system costs more per pod and doesn't let you buy from other roasters.

How do I make iced coffee with it?

Use Coffee Creations mode by double-clicking the brew button. Nespresso says this gives a more concentrated pour that doesn't taste diluted when brewed over ice, which also suits milk recipes.

What cup sizes can it brew?

Five: Espresso, Double Espresso, Gran Lungo (5 oz), Coffee (8 oz) and XL (12 oz). Unlike the Vertuo Next and Creatista, it has no 18 oz carafe size.

Will my travel mug fit?

Possibly not. The cup support has two positions, but Tom's Guide found some mugs and glasses won't fit because of the machine's short stature.

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