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Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:1.400 LPump Pressure:19 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 11 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

95%

5.8

Technical score

5%

8.4

Review score ( 8 · 3)

Review score 5% · 8.4 · based on 11 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. 1 more review is not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 79% of coffee-machines
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

35%

4.9

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 82% of coffee-machines
8.4

Review score

Review score
8.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Grades by review (11)
8 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 5 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 4
✓ explicit
2

13.7%

10

t3.com

11%

9.0

womanandhome.com

≈ estimated
2

11%

5.0

thislifeintrips.com

6.8%

9.0

stuff.tv

Video reviews 3

5.5%

9.0

Erin Lawrence

2.7%

9.0

A2B Productions

2.7%

8.0

Natalie Minassian

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 76% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

35%

4.9

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

6.9

Design

5.8
Review score
Review score
8.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Grades by review (11)
8 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 5 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 4
✓ explicit
2

13.7%

10

t3.com

11%

9.0

womanandhome.com

≈ estimated
2

11%

5.0

thislifeintrips.com

6.8%

9.0

stuff.tv

Video reviews 3

5.5%

9.0

Erin Lawrence

2.7%

9.0

A2B Productions

2.7%

8.0

Natalie Minassian

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Popularity:
Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 has a popularity of 5.5 points, which is lower than 79.8% of coffee machines.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

60%

5.9

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.0
Power
1,100 W
Power
1,100 W
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,100 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 78.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 8.5% 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
â–² 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
19 bar
Pump Pressure
19 bar
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 19 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 70.8% of coffee machines and equal to that of 19.4% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
180 s
Heating Time
180 s
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 180 s, which is slower than 96.9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 2.4% 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–¼ 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
Blue
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–¼ 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 Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    19 bar
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • Supports app control
    App Control
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine supports app control, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines support this feature.
    App control allows compatible machine functions to be managed from a mobile device.
  • Dedicated iced coffee programme
    Iced Coffee Program
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine has an iced coffee programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines have an iced coffee programme.
    An iced coffee program provides a preset preparation option for cold coffee drinks.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 13 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    2 min
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (2 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    2 min vs 15 min
  • 4 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    7
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (7 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    7 vs 3
  • 104 mm narrower body
    Width
    120.00 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (120 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    120.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 6.7% cheaper
    Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£150 vs £160).
    £150 vs £160
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    19 bar
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • Dedicated iced coffee programme
    Iced Coffee Program
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine has an iced coffee programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines have an iced coffee programme.
    An iced coffee program provides a preset preparation option for cold coffee drinks.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 4 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    7
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (7 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    7 vs 3
  • 8 capsules higher capacity
    Capsule Capacity
    18
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <5 – >11
    This coffee machine holds more spent capsules before emptying than the average coffee machine (18 vs 10).
    A higher capsule capacity means fewer interruptions to empty or refill the capsule container.
    18 vs 10
  • Supports app control
    App Control
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine supports app control, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines support this feature.
    App control allows compatible machine functions to be managed from a mobile device.
  • 13 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    2 min
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (2 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    2 min vs 15 min
  • 104 mm narrower body
    Width
    120.00 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (120 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    120.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 70 mm shorter body
    Height
    255.00 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (255 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    255.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 9.8% lighter body
    Weight
    4.060 kg
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (4.1 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    4.060 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 31.7% more compact volume
    Volume
    15,116.4 cm³
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (15116.4 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    15,116.4 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    â–¼ 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
  • 300 W lower power
    Power
    1,100 W
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1100 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,100 W vs 1,400 W
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 140 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    180.000 s
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (180 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    180.000 s vs 40 s
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 164 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    494.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (494 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    494.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 38% less popular
    Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 is less popular than the average coffee machine (5.52 vs 7.6).
    5.52 vs 7.62
  • 3.8% worse value for money
    Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.96 vs 7.2).
    6.96 vs 7.22
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    â–¼ 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
  • 300 W lower power
    Power
    1,100 W
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1100 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,100 W vs 1,400 W
  • 140 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    180.000 s
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (180 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    180.000 s vs 40 s
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 164 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    494.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (494 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    494.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 20 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    80 cm
    â–¼ 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
  • 12 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    120.00 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (120 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    120.00 cm vs 132.00 cm

Video reviews

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

9.0
A2B Productions
≈ estimated
12/05/2026
First look · unboxing, setup and first coffees
Verdict
Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 gets off to a good start with a sleek design and useful app features.
8.0
Natalie Minassian
≈ estimated
19/01/2026
Hands-on review · pros and cons after a few days
Verdict
Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 heats up fast and looks sleek, but water in the drip tray and its price are the drawbacks.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 8 · 3

Reviewers praise the quick heat-up and great iced coffee, but complain about being tied to its own pods and poor milk frothing.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
stuff.tv
≈ estimated
13/05/2026
Hands-on test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up is a slim, quick-heating pod machine for beginners, and its app adds control, but it only takes Nespresso's own pods.
5.0
thislifeintrips.com
≈ estimated
07/03/2026
Long-term test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up heats fast and brews hot coffee, but flimsy plastic parts and a limited app make the Vertuo Plus Deluxe the better buy.
9.0
womanandhome.com
✓ explicit
26/04/2026
Hands-on test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up is a slim, quiet machine that heats in three seconds and suits anyone who wants to customise pod coffee, but it only takes Nespresso pods.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
01/04/2026
Hands-on test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up heats in about three seconds and makes concentrated coffee for iced drinks, best for people happy to use only Nespresso pods.
thislifeintrips.com
07/03/2026
Not graded yet
9.0
revista-gadget.es
≈ estimated
01/05/2026
Daily use test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up is a fast machine that starts in three seconds and brews without settings, suiting anyone who wants simple, consistent coffee.
8.6
lacasasibarita.es
✓ explicit
01/07/2026
Five-day test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up is a simple, narrow pod machine that suits households where everyone wants a different cup size.
8.0
wired.it
≈ estimated
29/06/2026
Several weeks testing · Pod machine
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up suits people who want long coffees, big mugs and iced recipes, but it has no ice maker or milk frother.
8.0
corriere.it
≈ estimated
05/05/2026
Taste test · Pod coffee maker
Verdict
The Nespresso Vertuo Up is best for long coffees, big cups and iced drinks, while its closed pod system limits your choice.
wired.it
10/04/2026
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Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0

  • Extremely fast heat-up time (approx. 3 seconds)
  • Compact and slim design suitable for small kitchens
  • New 'Coffee Creations' button allows for stronger brews suitable for iced/milky drinks
  • Connectivity features via app for customization
  • Quiet brewing operation compared to older Vertuo models
  • Simple, one-touch operation with easy capsule insertion

What we don't like about Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0

  • Build quality feels flimsy to some users due to thin plastics
  • High cost of Vertuo pods and limited to Nespresso brand
  • Reports of excessive water collecting in the drip tray, leading to messes
  • Smart connectivity features are limited and not very 'smart'
  • Small water tank capacity compared to other models

Verdict

The Krups Nespresso Vertuo Up XN9404F0 is a compact, smart pod coffee machine utilising patented Centrifusion technology to read capsule barcodes and automatically adjust brewing parameters for up to seven cup sizes, ranging from a 25ml Ristretto to a 545ml Carafe. Operating on 940W with a 2-minute auto shut-off, its main characteristics include an adjustable 1.4-litre rotating water tank and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity via the Nespresso Smart App for custom temperature and volume adjustments. Significant pros include an incredibly fast 3-second heat-up time, an effortless top-lever opening system, and a dedicated Coffee Creations button for concentrated brewing tailored to iced and milk-based recipes. However, notable cons include occasional water collection/dripping inside the pod tray after rinsing and the requirement to use exclusive, higher-priced Nespresso Vertuo capsules.

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