Which is better for lattes and cappuccinos?

The VertuoPlus, because the Aeroccino frother is included and it brews larger coffee volumes to build milk drinks on. The CitiZ needs a separate frother and tops out at lungo size.

Which makes better straight espresso?

Both use 19 bar pumps and make solid espresso. Many enthusiasts prefer OriginalLine pods on the CitiZ for classic espresso flavor, while Vertuo gives more crema and larger cups.

Both are plastic-bodied machines with one-year warranties. The CitiZ has fewer moving parts and a long track record, with a 4.6 rating from 1,818 ratings; the VertuoPlus adds a barcode reader and motorized head that are extra parts to wear.

Is the VertuoPlus worth stepping up to over the CitiZ?

Yes if you want mug-size coffee, five cup sizes and a frother without buying extra gear. No if you drink only espresso and want the smallest, simplest machine.

Can I use the same capsules in both?

No. The VertuoPlus takes Vertuo capsules and the CitiZ takes OriginalLine capsules. The two lines are not interchangeable.

Which is easier to keep clean?

The CitiZ is simpler: a removable tank, drip tray and pod bin. The VertuoPlus also detaches its tank and bin but adds a frother to rinse and a descaling alert to follow.

Nespresso VertuoPlus vs Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi

Buy the VertuoPlus if you want one machine for both espresso and large mug coffees, plus a milk frother in the box. Buy the CitiZ if you mainly drink classic OriginalLine espresso and lungo and want a slimmer, simpler machine. The VertuoPlus is the more versatile brewer; the CitiZ is the more compact and straightforward one. Owners of both praise fast heat-up and easy pod handling, and the CitiZ's 4.6 rating across 1,818 ratings reflects steady long-term satisfaction.

Choose the VertuoPlus if you want five cup sizes, barcode-guided brewing and an included Aeroccino frother for milk drinks.
Choose the CitiZ if you drink mostly espresso and lungo and want a narrow, no-fuss machine with two programmable volumes.

Prices

Nespresso VertuoPlus: $64.60 at Mercari (last seen Oct 31)
Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi: $179.99 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)
Difference: the Nespresso VertuoPlus is $115.39 cheaper than the Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi at the latest prices (Oct 31 and Nov 8)

	Nespresso VertuoPlus	Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi
Pod system	Vertuo capsules, read by barcode for automatic brew settings	OriginalLine capsules, brewed by pump pressure
Cup sizes	Five one-touch sizes, from espresso to large mug	Two programmable volumes, espresso and lungo
Milk	Aeroccino automatic frother included	No frother; milk handled separately
Footprint	About 8.7 in wide and 12.8 in deep	About 7.1 in wide but 15.7 in deep
Water tank	40 fl oz, swivels and detaches	About 33 fl oz, removable
Heat-up	About 20 to 40 seconds	About 25 seconds
Used pod storage	Holds 10 to 14 used capsules	Holds about 10 used capsules
Controls	One button; capsule barcode sets the brew	Two programmable buttons with flow stop

Spec	Nespresso VertuoPlus	Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi
Dimensions	8.7 x 12.7 x 12.8 in	7.44"D x 15.91"W x 12.99"H
Heat-Up Time	40 sec	in only a few seconds
Pressure	19 bar	up to 19 bar
Depth	12.7 in	15.7
Height	12.8 in	10.0
Width	8.7 in	7.1
Color	Grey	Black
Filter Type	Foam	Disposable Filter
Weight	10.1 lbs	—
Warranty	1 year	—
Water Tank Capacity	40 fl oz	—
Adjustable Cup Holder	Yes	—

Spec	Nespresso VertuoPlus	Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi
Power Saving Mode	Auto-off after 9 min	—
Energy Consumption Class	A	—
One Touch Brewing	5 different cup sizes	—
Capsule Container Capacity	14 Coffee capsules (small) / 10 Coffee capsules…	—
Machine Weight	~4.3 kg	—
Cable Length	74 cm	—
Water Tank Size	37 oz	—
Milk System	Automatic Frother (Aeroccino)	—
Grind System	Burr	—

Nespresso VertuoPlus vs Nespresso CitiZ Espresso by De'Longhi

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