Nespresso Lattissima One vs Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System
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The verdict
Nespresso Lattissima One is the better buy on our scoring, 7.7 to Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System's 6.3. It leads on drink quality and capsule system & choice.
Nespresso Lattissima One costs $35 less.
Who each one suits
Nespresso Lattissima One
Milk drinks for one, without a carafe of milk left standing after
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.
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 Lattissima One | 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% | 9.1 | 6.0 |
What each one costs
| Price | $129 | $164 |
Where they differ
Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.
| Nespresso Lattissima One | Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand founded | — | 1998 |
| Based in | — | Needham, USA |
| Price | $129 | $164 |
| Best for | Milk drinks for one, without a carafe of milk left standing after | Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing |
| What sets it apart | A single-serve milk jug that detaches and goes in the fridge, so no milk is left in the machine | 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 | Shadow Black, Silky White | Black |
| Dimensions | — | 309.9D x 249.9W x 380W mm |
| Drink Sizes | Espresso and Lungo, plus 3 milk recipes | 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 removable milk jug, 4.2 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 Lattissima One
- +$129, under the $154.99 median, with an integrated milk system, which nothing else here manages at that price
- +A single-serve fresh milk jug that detaches and goes in the fridge, so no milk is left standing in the machine
- +Two-year warranty, and Original line capsules from many suppliers
- +Espresso and lungo plus three milk recipes
- −A 2-minute auto shut-off, which is short if you are making a second cup
- −No tank size or weight is published
- −1400W and descaling 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 Lattissima One | Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System | |
|---|---|---|
| The maker | ||
| Brand founded | — | 1998 |
| Based in | — | Needham, USA |
| Price | ||
| Price | $129 | $164 |
| Who it suits | ||
| Best for | Milk drinks for one, without a carafe of milk left standing after | Home users wanting a dual-function espresso capsule and ground-coffee brewer with built-in frothing |
| What sets it apart | A single-serve milk jug that detaches and goes in the fridge, so no milk is left in the machine | 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 | Shadow Black, Silky White | Black |
| Cost per capsule | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Dimensions | — | 309.9D x 249.9W x 380W mm |
| Drink Sizes | Espresso and Lungo, plus 3 milk recipes | 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 removable milk jug, 4.2 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 Lattissima One vs Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System: common questions
Which is better, Nespresso Lattissima One or Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System?
Nespresso Lattissima One scores 7.7 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 Lattissima One or Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System cheaper?
Nespresso Lattissima One starts at $129, and Ninja CFN601 Espresso & Coffee Barista System at $164.
Who is Nespresso Lattissima One for?
Milk drinks for one, without a carafe of milk left standing after
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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