Quick to get started a few small remarks about me. I drink very much like coffee and this on a working day usually two to three cups of a coffee machine. After work and on weekends I enjoy mostly still a cappuccino or a latte. If guests are visiting I decide it was rather for a filter coffee. For this reason, I have not only a coffee maker. The right coffee at the right occasion is very important to me. In general, I put great emphasis on variety and a very large Sortenvielfallt.
Product data:
Device Type capping machine
Pad / capsule system Yes
Power 1,500 watts
Water tank capacity 1.3 liters
Removable water tank Yes
Material tank Plastic
Cup number 1
Pressure System Pump Pressure
Pressure 15 bar
Shutdown yes
Operating control lamp yes
Housing material plastic / stainless steel
Colour: Silver
Special Features
- Flow Stop Technology
- Cup illumination
- Magnetic capsule holder
- Height-adjustable drip
- Easy and fast operation
- More than 30 different varieties
- Stylish design
Dimensions 316 x 312 x 196 (WxHxD)
Weight 3.7 kg
Accessories
- Set the capsule (12 capsules)
- Drip tray for empty capsules
- Operating Instructions
In addition, I received the following grades by the machine can test:
- Espresso Barista
- Cappuccino
- Chai Tea Latte
- Dallmayr Crema d'Oro
- Latte Macchiato
- Coco Caramel
- Latte Macchiato Vanilla
- Grande Caffé Crema
Product description
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic impresses look through her. An additional highlight of the machine is the cup illumination. The coffee there are currently two manufacturers, this is to a Krups and secondly De Longhi. My report is due to the tests with the variant of De Longhi. The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic can be purchased in three different colors (black, silver, red). As is a suitable color for every kitchen. My kitchen is decorated with the variation in silver. The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic is high-quality and an eye-catcher for every kitchen.
First Steps
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic is supplied together with 12 sample capsules, a container for flushing the machine and collect the empty capsules and a manual. The machine must not be assembled. The condition instructions at the beginning is not very helpful because it consists only of images. After guesswork I have the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic once completely flushed with alternating hot and cold water (yes cold drinks can also be prepared). The amount of the water tank (1.3 liters) fit into the supplied container is thus no permanent emptying required. Then can already start making coffee.
Coffee maker
The preparation of the coffee is very simple. The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic is kept very simple without unnecessary levers and knobs. After switching on the machine requires a very short warm-up time of about 30 seconds. To insert the capsule a bar must be raised by the capsule holder from the machine to be able to take. After inserting the capsule holder can be slid back into the machine again. Subsequently, the bail is closed again. The amount of coffee can be adjusted by a rotary knob. A light indicator shows which of the seven stages were selected. In each capsule pack a dose recommendation for each variety is reprinted. This however can be changed even at will. The cup is placed on a pedestal, which the size of the cup so can be adjusted in height. After selecting the amount of water for cooking is only the red button (for a hot drink) or the blue button (for a cold drink) pressed. Because of the technique used, the capsule is detected and adjusted according to the selected sort of pressure. The volume in the preparation has its limits and is no louder than comparable machines. The capsules used can be disposed of in the provided waste containers afterwards. The use of the container is very useful because it has a drip tray so that the remaining water can run out of the capsules. Due to the shutdown, the machine switches off automatically after 5 minutes.
Cleaning
Since the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic not very many items has the agreement very simple. However, everything has to be rinsed by hand. To clean the platform for the cup, the capsule holder and the water tank can be removed. The smooth surface of the machine is sufficient to wipe them with a cloth. If clog the nozzle once, a needle is attached to the machine with which this can be cleaned.
Price-Performance
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic is currently for sale at many vendors for 129.00 euros on offer. At Dolce Gusto machine directly for 139,00 Euro is offered. In addition to the machine obtains a code to redeem the pleasure points on the website of Dolce Gusto. The voucher has a value of 10.00 euros and can be used for coffee or accessories. The capsules cost regularly per pack 4,79 euros. One box contains 16 capsules for 16 cups of coffee or 8 cups for specialties with two chasubles. This results in a price of a cappuccino or latte macchiato yields of 0.60 euros per cup. This is very expensive compared to other coffee machines. But you get a very wide selection of coffees and teas.
Sortenvielfallt
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto offers something for every taste. You can choose between 36 different varieties. These are divided into the following areas:
The little pick-me
(Espresso Boundi, Caramel Espresso, Espresso Barista Espresso Espresso Decaffeinato, Espresso Intenso Espresso Ristretto, Espresso macchiato Cortado Cortado Decaffeinato)
Frothy enjoyment
(Vanilla Latte Macchiato, Cappuccino, Cappuccino Light, latte macchiato, latte macchiato latte macchiato unsweetened !, Light, Caramel Latte Macchiato, Café au Lait)
Great way to start the day
(Lungo Intenso, Lungo, Lungo Mild, Lungo Decaffienato, Grande Café Crema, Grande Intenso, Dallmyr Prodomo, Dallmayr Crema Doro, Grande Mild)
Simple Refreshing
(Freddo Cappuccino, Cappuccino Ice, Nestea Lemon)
Surprisingly different
(Tea Latte, Marrakesh Style Tea, Chai Tea Latte)
Fantastically Chocolaty
(Choco Caramel, Mocha, Chococino, Nesqik)
All varieties tested by me have a very solid milk foam and a very good crema. Some of the drinks is very heavily sweetened. But here is the simplest easy to test and find your own favorites yourself. Personally, I like my coffee very sweet. My favorite varieties are the Latte Macchiato Vanilla Chai Tea Latte and the.
Online Shop
All varieties are available through the online store of Dolce Gusto. In the supermarkets, unfortunately, you get mostly just a small selection. Shop the pleasure points can which have been obtained by the purchase of CIRCOLO Automatic redeem for coffee, accessories or shipping. In addition, is located in each package capsules a code for 10 pleasure points. To purchase a pack capsules 220 points are needed.
In the shop you will find next to all coffees a very wide range of cups and glasses to fit all coffees. For better storage of capsules capsule holder also offered. Especially for all those who want to use the Nescafé Dolce Gusto in the office there is a special subscription program for the office.
Benefits
* Quick preparation
* Fast warm-up
* Very wide range of specialty coffees
* Attractive design
Disadvantages
* Value
* Much waste due to the capsules (can be disposed of in the yellow bag but)
* In the capsules much water remains
Conclusion
In the test for me outweigh the benefits of NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic, because it matters to me very to the varieties. As a big hit not only with me but also to all friends and relatives it is an indispensable part of our kitchen. I can understand the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic only recommend.
Rating
In a scale from 1 10 I would rate the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto CIRCOLO Automatic with 8 points. A 10 due to the disadvantages not be achieved. Still, she has reached 8 points a very good value.
