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Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:1.400 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

95%

6.2

Technical score

5%

7.6

Review score ( 1 · 1)

Review score 5% · 7.6 · based on 1 written review + 1 video
1 written review + 1 video count as 1.3 of the 2 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
▼Worse than 56% of coffee-machines
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

35%

6.2

Performance

25%

5.0

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.6

Features

15%

7.4

Design

▼Worse than 56% of coffee-machines
7.6

Review score

Review score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Grades by review (2)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

50%

8.0

gadgetspeak.com

Video reviews 1

12.5%

8.0

Reviewed

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 69% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

35%

6.2

Performance

25%

5.0

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.6

Features

15%

7.4

Design

6.2
Review score
Review score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Grades by review (2)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

50%

8.0

gadgetspeak.com

Video reviews 1

12.5%

8.0

Reviewed

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Popularity:
Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 has a popularity of 7 points, which is lower than 62.1% of coffee machines.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.3
Power
1,500 W
Power
1,500 W
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,500 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 79.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 14.3% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.4 L
Water Container Capacity
1.4 L
▲ Better than 46% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.4 L in its water tank, which is larger than 46.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.8% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
▼ Worse than 30% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
40 s
Heating Time
40 s
▼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 40 s, which is faster than 36.3% of coffee machines and equal to that of 15.8% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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Type
Capsule Coffee Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 60% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
▼ Worse than 38% of models
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
▼ Worse than 24% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
yes
Works with Capsules
yes
▲ Better than 72% of models
This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules. 71.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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Water Level Indicator
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
no
Water Filter
no
▼ Worse than 36% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 35.9% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
yes
Descaling Program
yes
▲ Better than 34% of models
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 33.5% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
no
Cleaning Alert
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 60% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
▼ Worse than 22% of models
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
▼ Worse than 13% of models
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
    Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
  • 18 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    150.00 cm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (150 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    150.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 10 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    5 min
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (5 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    5 min vs 15 min
  • 37.8% lighter body
    Weight
    2.800 kg
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (2.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    2.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 25 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    305.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (305 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    305.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 24 mm narrower body
    Width
    200.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    200.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 45.5% cheaper
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£110 vs £160).
    £110 vs £160
  • 45.5% cheaper
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£110 vs £160).
    £110 vs £160
  • 0.6% better value for money
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.27 vs 7.2).
    7.27 vs 7.22
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
    Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
  • 10 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    5 min
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (5 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    5 min vs 15 min
  • 18 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    150.00 cm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (150 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    150.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 37.8% lighter body
    Weight
    2.800 kg
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (2.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    2.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 25 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    305.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (305 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    305.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 24 mm narrower body
    Width
    200.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    200.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 9.1% more compact volume
    Volume
    20,130 cm³
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (20130 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    20,130 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine has fewer independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (0 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    0 vs 1
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • 20 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    80 cm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (80 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    80 cm vs 100 cm
  • 9.4% less popular
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is less popular than the average coffee machine (6.96 vs 7.6).
    6.96 vs 7.62
  • 5 mm taller body
    Height
    330.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (330 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    330.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 9.4% less popular
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is less popular than the average coffee machine (6.96 vs 7.6).
    6.96 vs 7.62
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine has fewer independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (0 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    0 vs 1
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • 20 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    80 cm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (80 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    80 cm vs 100 cm
  • 5 mm taller body
    Height
    330.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (330 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    330.00 mm vs 325.00 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Reviewed
≈ estimated
13/04/2012
First look · first brew impressions
Verdict
Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2's first brew is hot and tastes good, though it splashes onto the counter.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
gadgetspeak.com
≈ estimated
02/05/2011
Reader review · Pod coffee maker
Verdict
The Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is a quick, simple pod machine ready in under a minute, though some flavours are hard to find in shops.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2

  • Quick heating time thanks to its thermoblock technology
  • Generous 1.5-litre water reservoir capacity
  • Extremely simple three-step operation using a manual lever
  • Versatile functionality that brews both hot and cold beverages
  • Adjustable drip tray height to accommodate various mug sizes
  • Eye-catching, distinctively modern design
  • Provides high 15-bar pump pressure for decent crema

What we don't like about Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2

  • Manual flow control means it does not shut off automatically and can easily overflow if left unattended
  • High ongoing cost of official Nescafé Dolce Gusto pods
  • Powdered milk capsules can taste overly sweet or artificial to some users
  • Used capsules retain water and tend to drip when removed from the drawer
  • Limited only to compatible Dolce Gusto pods
  • Larger kitchen counter footprint compared to newer, more compact pod machines

Verdict

The Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Melody 2 is a distinctively styled, capsule-based espresso machine operating at 1500 watts with a powerful 15-bar pump pressure system. Its key characteristics include a large, spherical 1.3-litre removable water tank, a fast-heating thermoblock element, an adjustable drip tray for various cup sizes, and a manual lever to easily toggle between hot and cold beverages. The main pros of this machine are its versatile multi-beverage capsule support, zero warm-up waiting time, and a magnetic pod holder for smooth drawer operation. However, its primary cons include the requirement of manual flow control—which can lead to occasional overflows if left unattended—and a bulky physical footprint (33cm H x 20cm W x 30cm D) that takes up significant countertop space.

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