About WhichCapsule
Find the right capsule coffee setup, without the guesswork.
WhichCapsule is an independent guide for people choosing a capsule coffee machine or the capsules to go with it. We explain how Original, Vertuo and compatible capsules differ, then narrow the choice down by how you actually drink coffee.
WhichCapsule
Why this site exists
Capsule coffee looks simple until you buy the wrong thing. Original and Vertuo capsules do not fit each other's machines, compatible capsules only fit one of them, and product listings often blur the difference.
We built WhichCapsule to put that decision first. Start from your machine or your routine, and we show what fits, what the trade-off is and what still needs checking before you pay.
What you can do here
Find a machine
Seven questions about drinks, milk, space and budget lead to a short list of machines.
Find a capsule
Match capsules to your machine system, cup size and taste.
Compare
Put two machines or two capsules side by side, including the details that decide it.
Alternatives
Love one capsule? See the closest matches, including compatible options.
Guides and recipes
Plain-language answers on descaling, intensity numbers, systems, gifts and drinks to make at home.
How we work
Compatibility first
Original, Vertuo and Original-compatible products are never mixed into one vague catalog. A great capsule in the wrong system is useless.
Say the trade-off
Every recommendation should tell you why it fits, where the compromise is and what could disappoint you.
Check before you buy
Specifications, bundles, stock and prices change, so our guides point you back to the current manufacturer or retailer page for the final check.
Our editorial standards
- Every guide on WhichCapsule is written by Emma Blake.
- We build guides from manufacturer specifications, official product and support pages, and the practical details of each system.
- We do not claim hands-on testing unless an article says so. Match percentages are guidance, not lab measurements.
- Guides show when they were last updated, and we rewrite them when products or facts change.
- If you spot a mistake, tell us. Corrections are the fastest way to improve the site.
How we make money
WhichCapsule is free to use. It is paid for by affiliate commissions when you buy through some of our links, including Amazon, and by display advertising. Neither changes quiz scores, rankings or what we write about a product.
Independent of the brands we cover
WhichCapsule is not affiliated with, endorsed or sponsored by Nespresso, Nestlé or any other brand we write about. Brand names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to identify the products readers ask about.
Seven country versions
The site is available for the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, France, Italy and Spain, with prices, availability and retailer links matched to each market.
Talk to us
Found an error, want a product covered or have a question about how something works? We would like to hear it.