Nespresso Gran Lattissima vs Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System
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The verdict
Nespresso Gran Lattissima is the better buy on our scoring, 7.1 to Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System's 6.3. It leads on drink quality and capsule system & choice.
Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System costs $315 less.
Who each one suits
Nespresso Gran Lattissima
A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee
Scores higher on drink quality, capsule system & choice, running cost per cup.
Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System
Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing
Scores higher on build quality & reliability, maintenance & cleaning, machine value for money.
How they score, criterion by criterion
Both are scored the same way against the rest of their category, from what their makers publish. The weight is how much each criterion moves the total. How the score works
| Criterion | Weight in category | Nespresso Gran Lattissima | Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drink Quality | 18% | 9.3 | 7.3 |
| Capsule System & Choice | 16% | 8.5 | 5.0 |
| Running Cost Per Cup | 16% | 6.5 | 4.0 |
| Ease of Use & Speed | 12% | 8.5 | 5.8 |
| Build Quality & Reliability | 12% | 6.0 | 7.5 |
| Waste & Disposal | 10% | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Maintenance & Cleaning | 8% | 5.0 | 8.8 |
| Machine Value for Money | 8% | 2.4 | 6.0 |
What each one costs
| Price | $479 | $164 |
Where they differ
Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.
| Nespresso Gran Lattissima | Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand founded | — | 1998 |
| Based in | — | Needham, USA |
| Price | $479 | $164 |
| Best for | A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee | Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing |
| What sets it apart | Nine one-touch milk recipes from an integrated fresh milk carafe, the widest milk menu in the category | Combines Nespresso-compatible capsule espresso (19-bar, 3 brew styles) with ground-coffee brewing in up to 9 sizes and a 12-cup carafe, plus a built-in fold-away frother. All in one machine. |
| Compared with | — | De'Longhi All-in-One Espresso & Coffee Maker, Chefman 8-in-1 Coffee Station, Ninja Luxe Café Premier ES601 |
| Automatic milk frother | — | ✓ |
| Auto Shutoff | ✓ | — |
| Body Material | — | Plastic |
| Bottomless Available | — | ✕ |
| Built in Grinder | — | ✕ |
| Fits | Nespresso Original | — |
| Capsule System | Nespresso Original line capsules | Original-style espresso capsules |
| Colour Options | Black, White | Black |
| Dimensions | — | 309.9D x 249.9W x 380W mm |
| Drink Sizes | 9 one-touch recipes, foamed and flat milk | Espresso 1.35 oz, Lungo 3.75 oz, Over Ice 1 oz |
| Machine Type | — | Capsule + ground-coffee dual-function drip/espresso machine |
| Milk Frother Type | Automatic integrated milk jug | Manual built-in fold-away frother |
| Milk System | Integrated automatic milk jug, 16 fl oz | Built-in fold-away frother |
| Plumbable | — | ✕ |
| Power | 1400 W | 1550 W |
| Pressure Gauge | — | ✕ |
| Proprietary Capsules | The format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules | — |
| Pump pressure | — | 19 bar |
| Reusable Capsule Available | ✓ | — |
| Shot Timer | — | ✕ |
| Steam Wand Type | — | Built-in fold-away frother |
| Third Party Capsules Available | ✓ | — |
| Used Capsule Bin Capacity | — | 20 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Water Tank | — | 1.77 L |
| Weight | — | 6.9 kg |
Pros and cons
From each full review, written from the same published facts as the scores above.
Nespresso Gran Lattissima
- +Nine one-touch recipes with foamed and flat milk, the widest milk menu in this category
- +An integrated fresh milk carafe, one touch and dishwasher safe
- +A two-year warranty, and Original line so capsules are not locked to one supplier
- −$479, the most expensive machine here by $129
- −No tank size or weight is published
- −1400W and descaling is required
Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System
- +It takes both capsules and ground coffee, so it covers two households in one machine
- +A built-in fold-away frother for cappuccinos, lattes and flat whites
- +A 1.77 litre tank at $164, and a one-year warranty
- −A plastic body
- −No built-in grinder, no pressure gauge and no shot timer
- −19 bar is a pump maximum rather than extraction pressure
Every specification, side by side
| Nespresso Gran Lattissima | Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System | |
|---|---|---|
| The maker | ||
| Brand founded | — | 1998 |
| Based in | — | Needham, USA |
| Price | ||
| Price | $479 | $164 |
| Who it suits | ||
| Best for | A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee | Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing |
| What sets it apart | Nine one-touch milk recipes from an integrated fresh milk carafe, the widest milk menu in the category | Combines Nespresso-compatible capsule espresso (19-bar, 3 brew styles) with ground-coffee brewing in up to 9 sizes and a 12-cup carafe, plus a built-in fold-away frother. All in one machine. |
| Compared with | — | De'Longhi All-in-One Espresso & Coffee Maker, Chefman 8-in-1 Coffee Station, Ninja Luxe Café Premier ES601 |
| Specifications | ||
| Automatic milk frother | — | ✓ |
| Auto Shutoff | ✓ | — |
| Body Material | — | Plastic |
| Bottomless Available | — | ✕ |
| Built in Grinder | — | ✕ |
| Fits | Nespresso Original | — |
| Capsule Material | Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Capsule System | Nespresso Original line capsules | Original-style espresso capsules |
| Colour Options | Black, White | Black |
| Cost per capsule | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Dimensions | — | 309.9D x 249.9W x 380W mm |
| Drink Sizes | 9 one-touch recipes, foamed and flat milk | Espresso 1.35 oz, Lungo 3.75 oz, Over Ice 1 oz |
| Machine Type | — | Capsule + ground-coffee dual-function drip/espresso machine |
| Milk Frother Type | Automatic integrated milk jug | Manual built-in fold-away frother |
| Milk System | Integrated automatic milk jug, 16 fl oz | Built-in fold-away frother |
| Plumbable | — | ✕ |
| Power | 1400 W | 1550 W |
| Pressure Gauge | — | ✕ |
| Proprietary Capsules | The format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules | — |
| Pump pressure | — | 19 bar |
| Take-back scheme | Nespresso mail-back: free recycling bags, returned at a UPS drop-off point or a Nespresso boutique | Nespresso mail-back: free recycling bags, returned at a UPS drop-off point or a Nespresso boutique |
| Reusable Capsule Available | ✓ | — |
| Ships to | US | US |
| Ships to Note | Confirmed on Amazon US, which is where this link points. Availability in other Amazon stores has not been checked, and a regional store may substitute a different product. | Confirmed on Amazon US, which is where this link points. Availability in other Amazon stores has not been checked, and a regional store may substitute a different product. |
| Shot Timer | — | ✕ |
| Steam Wand Type | — | Built-in fold-away frother |
| Third Party Capsules Available | ✓ | — |
| Used Capsule Bin Capacity | — | 20 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Water Tank | — | 1.77 L |
| Weight | — | 6.9 kg |
Nespresso Gran Lattissima vs Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System: common questions
Which is better, Nespresso Gran Lattissima or Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System?
Nespresso Gran Lattissima scores 7.1 against 6.3, both computed from published specifications rather than opinion. Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System is still ahead on build quality & reliability.
Is Nespresso Gran Lattissima or Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System cheaper?
Nespresso Gran Lattissima starts at $479, and Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System at $164.
Who is Nespresso Gran Lattissima for?
A household that orders flat whites and cappuccinos, not just coffee
Who is Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System for?
Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing
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