De'Longhi Nespresso Vertuo Next: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-02
Summary
The Vertuo Next is a narrow, one-touch capsule brewer that reads barcodes on Vertuo pods and ejects spent capsules automatically. The main ownership concerns are recurring reports of leaking and error lights, and the proprietary capsules cost more per year than the machine itself. At around $117–129 new it can make sense for convenience-focused buyers; at $179 the value is poor.
Common problems and fixes
- Leaking from the head, capsule area or base — the most reported exact-model issue across owner threads from 2020 through 2026; sometimes followed by electrical or control failure. Some owners report clearing coffee grounds from the outlet or cleaning the capsule-head seal resolved it, but others had machines leak almost immediately. Warranty coverage depends on the seller’s written warranty. [1] [2]
- Orange or red error lights and refusal to brew — recurring across the same owner threads; often appears alongside leaking. No owner-reported fix beyond contacting Nespresso support for troubleshooting or replacement. [1] [2]
- Wi-Fi pairing and update frustration — owners report difficulty connecting the machine to Wi-Fi for software updates. The app is limited and cannot start a brew remotely. [1] [2]
- Noisy spin cycle — Tom’s Guide measured a maximum of 72 dB during brewing. No fix reported; this is inherent to the Centrifusion extraction. [3]
- Coffee not hot enough — some owners say the coffee is not hot enough; Tom’s Guide measured an average beverage temperature of 147°F. [3]
- Difficult head locking — the head requires downward force plus the locking lever, which matters for buyers with limited hand strength. [1]
Parts and consumables
- Vertuo capsules — $1.08–$1.50 each depending on variety; common 7.77 oz coffees about $1.40 each as of 2026-10-02 on Nespresso USA. One coffee daily is about $511/year; two daily is about $1,022/year. [1] [2]
- Descaling solution — needed periodically when the machine prompts for descaling; adds a small recurring cost. [1] [2]
Yearly running cost
A typical owner spending one coffee per day at $1.40 per capsule spends about $511 per year on capsules alone. Two coffees per day doubles that to about $1,022 per year. Descaling solution adds a small periodic cost. Electricity use is low: Tom’s Guide measured 0.005 kWh for an espresso and 0.011 kWh including a cold start. [1] [2] [3]
When it is a good buy
- At $116.99 (Target, sale price as of 2026-10-02) or $128.99 (Best Buy, as of 2026-10-02), the machine cost is low relative to annual capsule spend. [1] [2]
- At $179 (Walmart listing for Vertuo Next variants, as of 2026-10-02), compare other current Vertuo machines on sale instead. [1] [2]
- The Breville BNV520 sibling is listed at $179.95 as of 2026-10-02. [1] [2]