Nespresso Inissia vs Nespresso Pixie
Nespresso Inissia and Nespresso Pixie score the same, 6.2 out of 10, so the choice is what each is better at rather than which is better.
Nespresso Pixie costs $40 less.
Who each one suits
The smallest, cheapest way onto Nespresso Original capsules
Scores higher on capsule system & choice, maintenance & cleaning.
Espresso lovers wanting a compact, fast, no-fuss capsule machine for home or small office
Scores higher on ease of use & speed, build quality & reliability, 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 Inissia | Nespresso Pixie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drink Quality | 18% | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Capsule System & Choice | 16% | 8.5 | 7.0 |
| Running Cost Per Cup | 16% | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Ease of Use & Speed | 12% | 5.5 | 6.5 |
| Build Quality & Reliability | 12% | 4.5 | 5.5 |
| Waste & Disposal | 10% | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Maintenance & Cleaning | 8% | 5.0 | 3.8 |
| Machine Value for Money | 8% | 5.2 | 6.4 |
What each one costs
| Price | $189 | $149.00 |
Where they differ
Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.
| Nespresso Inissia | Nespresso Pixie | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand founded | — | 1986 |
| Based in | — | Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Price | $189 | $149.00 |
| Best for | The smallest, cheapest way onto Nespresso Original capsules | Espresso lovers wanting a compact, fast, no-fuss capsule machine for home or small office |
| What sets it apart | Original line at entry price, so capsules come from many brands and reusable ones fit | One of the most compact full-aluminium Nespresso Original Line machines with a rapid 25-second heat-up and built-in used-capsule container. |
| Compared with | — | Nespresso Essenza Mini, De'Longhi Dedica, Keurig K-Slim |
| Auto Shutoff | ✓ | ✓ |
| Box price | — | 9 USD |
| Fits | Nespresso Original | — |
| Capsules per box | — | 10 |
| Colour Options | Black | Aluminium |
| Descaling Required | — | ✓ |
| Dimensions | — | 111 x 326 x 235 mm |
| Drink Sizes | — | Espresso (40 ml), Lungo (110 ml) |
| Power | 1200 W | 1160 W |
| Proprietary Capsules | The format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules | Yes, Nespresso Original Line format |
| Pump pressure | — | 19 bar |
| Used Capsule Bin Capacity | — | 9-11 |
| Warm-up time | — | 25 s |
| Water Tank | — | 0.7 L |
| Weight | — | 3 kg |
Pros and cons
From each full review, written from the same published facts as the scores above.
- +$189 for an Original line machine, so capsules come from many brands and reusable ones fit
- +1200W with a 9-minute auto shut-off
- +Nespresso's recycling programme
- −$189, above the $154.99 median, with no milk system at all
- −No tank size, drink sizes or weight published
- −One-year warranty
- +19 bar, 25-second warm-up, 3kg, on a 0.7 litre tank
- +A 9 to 11 capsule used bin
- +$149, just under the median, and Original line so capsules are widely available
- +Nespresso capsules are 100% recyclable and a bag can be added to an order
- −Espresso and lungo only, with no milk system
- −$0.90 a capsule at $9 for 10
- −One-year warranty and descaling required
Every specification, side by side
| Nespresso Inissia | Nespresso Pixie | |
|---|---|---|
| The maker | ||
| Brand founded | — | 1986 |
| Based in | — | Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Price | ||
| Price | $189 | $149.00 |
| Who it suits | ||
| Best for | The smallest, cheapest way onto Nespresso Original capsules | Espresso lovers wanting a compact, fast, no-fuss capsule machine for home or small office |
| What sets it apart | Original line at entry price, so capsules come from many brands and reusable ones fit | One of the most compact full-aluminium Nespresso Original Line machines with a rapid 25-second heat-up and built-in used-capsule container. |
| Compared with | — | Nespresso Essenza Mini, De'Longhi Dedica, Keurig K-Slim |
| Specifications | ||
| Auto Shutoff | ✓ | ✓ |
| Box price | — | 9 USD |
| Fits | Nespresso Original | — |
| Capsule Material | Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Capsule System | Nespresso Original line capsules | Nespresso Original Line capsules |
| Capsules per box | — | 10 |
| Colour Options | Black | Aluminium |
| Cost per capsule | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Descaling Required | — | ✓ |
| Dimensions | — | 111 x 326 x 235 mm |
| Drink Sizes | — | Espresso (40 ml), Lungo (110 ml) |
| Milk Frother Type | None | None |
| Milk System | None | None |
| Power | 1200 W | 1160 W |
| Proprietary Capsules | The format is Nespresso's, but the patents expired and many brands make compatible capsules | Yes, Nespresso Original Line format |
| 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. |
| Third Party Capsules Available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Used Capsule Bin Capacity | — | 9-11 |
| Warm-up time | — | 25 s |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Water Tank | — | 0.7 L |
| Weight | — | 3 kg |
Nespresso Inissia vs Nespresso Pixie: common questions
Which is better, Nespresso Inissia or Nespresso Pixie?
Both score 6.2 out of 10 on the specifications their makers publish, so neither is ahead overall. Nespresso Inissia leads on capsule system & choice, and Nespresso Pixie on ease of use & speed.
Is Nespresso Inissia or Nespresso Pixie cheaper?
Nespresso Inissia starts at $189, and Nespresso Pixie at $149.00.
Who is Nespresso Inissia for?
The smallest, cheapest way onto Nespresso Original capsules
Who is Nespresso Pixie for?
Espresso lovers wanting a compact, fast, no-fuss capsule machine for home or small office
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