Nespresso Vertuo Melozio vs Nespresso Vertuo Odacio
Ahead
Nespresso Vertuo Melozio is the better buy on our scoring, 7.3 to Nespresso Vertuo Odacio's 6.8. It leads on system, range & availability and sourcing & certification.
Who each one suits
The default Vertuo mug coffee, and the one most machines ship with
Scores higher on system, range & availability, sourcing & certification.
A dark-roasted mug coffee that still finishes fruity
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 Vertuo Melozio | Nespresso Vertuo Odacio |
|---|---|---|---|
| What Is In The Capsule | 26% | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Cost Per Cup, and Per Kilo | 22% | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| System, Range & Availability | 18% | 8.5 | 7.2 |
| Recycling & Disposal | 18% | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Sourcing & Certification | 16% | 10.0 | 8.1 |
What each one costs
| Price | Not publicly stated | Not publicly stated |
| Cost per pod The figure that decides what the choice costs over a year, not on the day. | $1.40/pod | $1.40/pod |
Where they differ
Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.
| Nespresso Vertuo Melozio | Nespresso Vertuo Odacio | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | The default Vertuo mug coffee, and the one most machines ship with | A dark-roasted mug coffee that still finishes fruity |
| Decaf in the range | ✓ | — |
| Intensity | 6 on Nespresso's own scale | 7 of 12 on Nespresso's own scale |
| Decaffeinated | ✕ | ✕ |
| Origin | Brazil, Latin America | — |
| Roast Level | Medium | Medium-dark |
| Tasting Notes | Honeyed sweetness, smooth cereal note; mild, nutty and balanced | cereal, roasted |
Pros and cons
From each full review, written from the same published facts as the scores above.
- +Both B Corp and Nespresso AAA Sustainable Quality certifications apply, giving buyers two independent sourcing commitments.
- +A direct decaf version, the Melozio Decaffeinato, matches the same flavour profile so switchers do not lose continuity.
- +The 230ml brew size means one capsule fills a standard mug without diluting a short shot with hot water.
- +AutoReplenish subscription is available, removing the friction of reordering for daily drinkers.
- −At $1.40 per cup, Nespresso prices the Melozio at a level that makes daily use expensive compared with ground coffee alternatives.
- −Vertuo's barcode lock-in means buyers cannot use third-party capsules to reduce cost or access different roasters.
- −The mild intensity 6 profile leaves buyers who want complexity or a bold, roasty character with little reason to choose this capsule.
- +Bitterness 4 of 5 with a fruity finish, which is a genuinely different proposition from the other two Vertuo mug capsules
- +Full taste panel published: bitterness, acidity and roastiness
- +Same $1.40 as Melozio and Stormio, so it is a taste choice not a budget one
- +230ml from one capsule with no setting to get wrong
- −No origin countries named at all, where Stormio names two
- −$1.40 a capsule with no bulk box on the Vertuo system
- −No decaf version
- −Sleeves of ten only, with no larger box at a lower price
Every specification, side by side
| Nespresso Vertuo Melozio | Nespresso Vertuo Odacio | |
|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | ||
| Best for | The default Vertuo mug coffee, and the one most machines ship with | A dark-roasted mug coffee that still finishes fruity |
| Specifications | ||
| Box price | 14.00 USD | 14.00 USD |
| Coffee per capsule | 12.5 g | 12.5 g |
| Fits | Nespresso Vertuo | Nespresso Vertuo |
| Capsule Material | Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Capsule System | Nespresso Vertuo | Nespresso Vertuo |
| Capsules per box | 10 | 10 |
| Certifications | B Corp, Nespresso AAA Sustainable Quality | B Corp, Nespresso AAA Sustainable Quality |
| Cost per capsule | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Cup size | 230 ml | 230 ml |
| Decaf in the range | ✓ | — |
| Flavoured | Not flavoured | Not flavoured |
| Intensity | 6 on Nespresso's own scale | 7 of 12 on Nespresso's own scale |
| Decaffeinated | ✕ | ✕ |
| Origin | Brazil, Latin America | — |
| Price per kg | 112.0 USD | 112.0 USD |
| 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 |
| Roast Level | Medium | Medium-dark |
| Roaster Named | Nespresso | Nespresso |
| Origin structure | Blend | Blend |
| Subscription Available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tasting Notes | Honeyed sweetness, smooth cereal note; mild, nutty and balanced | cereal, roasted |
| Third-party compatible | ✕ | ✕ |
Nespresso Vertuo Melozio vs Nespresso Vertuo Odacio: common questions
Which is better, Nespresso Vertuo Melozio or Nespresso Vertuo Odacio?
Nespresso Vertuo Melozio scores 7.3 against 6.8, both computed from published specifications rather than opinion.
Is Nespresso Vertuo Melozio or Nespresso Vertuo Odacio cheaper?
Nespresso Vertuo Melozio starts at Not publicly stated, and Nespresso Vertuo Odacio at Not publicly stated. Per pod they work out at $1.40/pod and $1.40/pod.
Who is Nespresso Vertuo Melozio for?
The default Vertuo mug coffee, and the one most machines ship with
Who is Nespresso Vertuo Odacio for?
A dark-roasted mug coffee that still finishes fruity