Nespresso
CitiZ Platinum
Original system · Capsule Coffee Machine
CitiZ Platinum is an Original machine by Nespresso, built for original espresso, lungo and americano-style drinks. It includes a 1.0 L water tank, no built-in milk system and a medium footprint for Espresso, Lungo, Americano and Americano XL.
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Decision guide
- Best forOriginal users who want hot water and Americano options
- Skip ifAutomatic milk recipes
At a glance
- System
- Original
- Cup Sizes
- Espresso, Lungo, Americano, Americano XL, Hot Water
- Milk
- No built-in milk system
- Ease of use
- Simple
Size and capacity
- Footprint
- Medium
- Water Tank
- 1.0 L
Brewing
- Pressure
- 19 bar pressure
- Technology
- High-pressure Original extraction
Features
- Original capsules
- Yes
- Vertuo capsules
- No
- Barcode reading
- No
- Americano
- Yes
- Hot water
- Yes
- Auto power-off
- Automatic shut-off
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CitiZ Platinum: who it is for
CitiZ Platinum keeps the CitiZ format and adds Americano and hot-water options, which suits Original owners who stretch an espresso into a longer cup or make tea. Milk drinks still need a separate frother. It uses Original capsules only and offers Espresso, Lungo, Americano, Americano XL, Hot Water; the water tank holds 34 fl oz (1 L).
Strengths
- Milk drinks on the machine (built-in milk system, one-touch recipes)
- Americano or hot-water function
- 5 cup sizes: Espresso, Lungo, Americano, Americano XL, Hot Water
Trade-offs
- Original capsules only; Vertuo pods do not fit
Keeping it running
Descale every three months or 300 capsules, whichever comes first (Nespresso US guidance), with Nespresso's own descaling kit. Descaling steps for the CitiZ Platinum.
Compare before you buy
- CitiZ: same size, fewer drinks
- Lattissima One: built-in milk
Not sure which system you want? Read Original vs Vertuo or check the pod compatibility chart.
Questions about the CitiZ Platinum
- Which capsules does the CitiZ Platinum use?
- CitiZ Platinum takes Original capsules only. Original capsules are small and cone-shaped; Vertuo pods will not work.
- Does the CitiZ Platinum have a milk frother?
- The CitiZ Platinum has a built-in milk system.
- How big is the CitiZ Platinum water tank?
- Our catalog lists 34 fl oz (1 L). Confirm the exact figure for your version in Nespresso's manual or on the retailer page.
- How often should I descale the CitiZ Platinum?
- Nespresso's US guides recommend descaling every three months or 300 capsules, whichever comes first. Use Nespresso's descaling kit and follow the steps for your exact model.
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Color Note
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