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Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:0.800 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

95%

6.3

Technical score

5%

7.8

Review score ( 3 · 3)

Review score 5% · 7.8 · based on 6 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▼Worse than 51% of coffee-machines
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

35%

6.4

Performance

25%

4.9

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.7

Features

15%

7.5

Design

▼Worse than 51% of coffee-machines
7.8

Review score

Review score
7.8/ 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 58% of models
Grades by review (6)
3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
1

26.3%

8.0

trustedreviews.com

≈ estimated
1

21.1%

7.0

technuovo.com

Video reviews 1

10.5%

9.0

The Coffee Pod

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 58% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 51% of models
Score components:

35%

6.4

Performance

25%

4.9

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.7

Features

15%

7.5

Design

6.3
Review score
Review score
7.8/ 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 58% of models
Grades by review (6)
3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
1

26.3%

8.0

trustedreviews.com

≈ estimated
1

21.1%

7.0

technuovo.com

Video reviews 1

10.5%

9.0

The Coffee Pod

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 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
▲ Better than 76% of models
Popularity:
Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 75.9% of coffee machines.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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 63% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.4
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
0.8 L
Water Container Capacity
0.8 L
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 0.8 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 81.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 6.3% 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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What reviewers say
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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What reviewers say
Water Level Indicator
no
Water Level Indicator
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% 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
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 40.3% 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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What reviewers say
Built-in Installation
no
Color
Red
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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What reviewers say

Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 32 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    35
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (35 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    35 vs 3
  • 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
  • 14 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    1 min
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (1 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    1 min vs 15 min
  • 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.
  • 55.6% lighter body
    Weight
    2.000 kg
    ★ Better than 94% 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 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    2.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 84 mm narrower body
    Width
    140.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (140 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    140.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 60 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    270.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (270 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    270.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 45 mm shorter body
    Height
    280.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (280 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    280.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 3.56x cheaper
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£45 vs £160).
    £45 vs £160
  • 17.3% more popular
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 is more popular than the average coffee machine (8.93 vs 7.6).
    8.93 vs 7.62
  • 2.8% better value for money
    Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.43 vs 7.2).
    7.43 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
  • 32 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    35
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (35 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    35 vs 3
  • 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.
  • 14 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    1 min
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (1 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    1 min vs 15 min
  • 55.6% lighter body
    Weight
    2.000 kg
    ★ Better than 94% 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 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    2.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 84 mm narrower body
    Width
    140.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (140 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    140.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 60 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    270.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (270 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    270.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 45 mm shorter body
    Height
    280.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (280 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    280.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 52.2% more compact volume
    Volume
    10,584 cm³
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (10584 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    10,584 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 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 water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • 0.6 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.800 L
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.8 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.800 L vs 1.400 L
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • 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
  • 0.6 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.800 L
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.8 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.800 L vs 1.400 L
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • 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 water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • 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

Video reviews

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

9.0
The Coffee Pod
≈ estimated
08/12/2023
Two-week review · entry-level pod machine
Verdict
Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 is a great starter machine for the money, but stopping the brew by hand and cleaning it are irritating.
Not graded yet
Hands-on video, no verdict
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 4 · 3

Reviewers love the compact size and quick brewing, but agree drink volume is hard to control and it brews one cup at a time.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
11/12/2019
Hands-on test · Space-saving pod machine
Verdict
The Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS is a neat, well-built pod machine for small worktops, but you have to find the right water amount by trial and error.
techadvisor.com
04/12/2019
Not graded yet
7.0
technuovo.com
≈ estimated
23/11/2019
Hands-on test · Compact pod machine
Verdict
The Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS is a compact, well-built pod machine for café-style drinks, but you'll need trial and error to get the water right.
lesnumeriques.com
08/09/2019
Not graded yet
8.0
coffealover.com
✓ explicit
05/02/2025
Hands-on test · Compact pod machine
Verdict
The Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS is a tiny pod machine that heats and brews fast, but makes one cup at a time and needs you to stop each drink.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510

  • Extremely compact, space-saving design suitable for small kitchens
  • Affordable entry-level price point
  • Fast heat-up time (approx. 30 seconds) using Thermoblock technology
  • Versatile, capable of making both hot and cold beverages
  • Wide variety of Dolce Gusto pods available, including coffee shop style drinks
  • Easy to operate and clean
  • Energy-saving automatic shut-off after 1 minute of inactivity

What we don't like about Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510

  • Manual operation requires manual stopping of the water flow (not automatic)
  • Higher cost per cup due to proprietary capsule system
  • Small 0.8L water tank requires frequent refilling
  • Requires two pods for some milky drinks (milk pod + coffee pod)
  • No built-in milk frothing wand

Verdict

The Krups Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS KP1A3510 is an ultra-compact manual capsule coffee machine measuring just 14cm x 28cm x 27cm and operating at 1340–1600W. Its core characteristics include a 15-bar high-pressure pump system, a 0.8-litre removable water tank, a fast 30-to-40-second Thermoblock heating system, an adjustable 3-level drip tray, and a manual lever to select between hot and cold beverages. Main advantages include its tiny, space-saving footprint, rapid drink preparation times, compatibility with over 40 varieties of hermetically sealed capsules, and an eco-mode that automatically turns off the machine after 1 minute of inactivity. However, notable drawbacks include its purely manual operation, which requires users to physically monitor and stop the water flow to prevent overflow, and the inability to use fresh milk directly, meaning milk-based drinks rely on powdered milk capsules.

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