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Which coffee capsules fit your machine?

Coffee capsules are made for specific brewing systems. Use the machine’s exact system name—not just its brand—to check compatibility. This guide compares five official capsule examples and links to manufacturer product information.

START WITH THE SYSTEM

Five capsule formats, five machine families.

Names and compatibility below are based on manufacturer pages. Check your exact machine model and local product pack before ordering.

01

Nespresso Original

Small espresso capsules for Original-line machines.

Not for Vertuo
02

Nespresso Vertuo

Barcode capsules in multiple cup sizes for Vertuo machines.

Not for Original
03

Dolce Gusto

System-specific capsules for NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto brewers.

Not a Nespresso capsule
04

TASSIMO T DISC

Barcode disc read by TASSIMO INTELLIBREW machines.

Not interchangeable
05

illy Iperespresso

illy’s own capsule format for Iperespresso machines.

Different from E.S.E. pods

FIVE OFFICIAL PRODUCT EXAMPLES

Choose by machine first, flavor second.

These examples are not a ranking or endorsement. Follow the compatibility statement printed by the capsule maker for your region.

A QUICK BUYING CHECK

How to identify the right coffee capsule.

  1. Read the machine label. Find the model name and capsule system in its manual or official product page.
  2. Match the exact capsule family. “Nespresso compatible” should specify Original or Vertuo. TASSIMO uses T DISCs, which depend on their barcode.
  3. Check the drink capsule type. Some systems sell separate espresso and brewed-coffee capsules.
  4. Use the local manufacturer page. Product lines, pack sizes, and model availability can differ by country.
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