Which Dolce Gusto suits you?

Written by Charlotte

Edited on

10 July 2025

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07:47

Which Dolce Gusto suits you?

With a Dolce Gusto machine, you can make different coffee and milk specialties. You can make black coffee as well as other hot and cold drinks. Think of specialties such as chocolate milk, iced coffee, and iced tea. Still, the Dolce Gusto machines are all different. In this article, we'll compare all Dolce Gusto machines to each other so you can easily choose one that suits you.

Comparison Dolce Gusto models

PiccoloMini MeGenioInfinissima
Auto shut off after preparationNoYesYesYes
Descaling notificationYesNoYesYes
Adjustable coffee intensity, temperature, and amountNoNoYesYes
Descaling notificationYesNoYesYes
Capacity water tank0.8L0.8L0.8L1.2L
Piccolo

Piccolo: extra small machine

The Piccolo is extra small in size. This allows you to place it on a small countertop without it taking up too much space. You have to make coffee manually. You have to turn the switch again once your cup is full. A light will flash when it's time to descale the machine. This useful feature helps you keep the machine in its best shape easily.

Dolce Gusto Mini Me

Mini Me: auto shut off after preparation

The Mini Me works automatically and stops when your lungo or cappuccino is ready. Note that you have to refill the 0.8L water tank after making 6 lungos. You can keep track of when you have to descale the machine. The Mini Me is slightly larger than the Piccolo models, but still fits in any kitchen.

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Dolce Gusto Infinissima

Infinissima: large water tank

Do you live with more coffee drinkers? The Infinissima is a good choice. This device has the largest water tank with a 1.2L capacity. This way, you can make more than 8 lungos before having to refill the reservoir. The coffee machine automatically indicates when it needs to be descaled. The Infinissima models have an automatic stop. With the automatic stop, the machine knows when your cup is full and it won't overflow. You can feel free do something else while the machine prepares a cup of coffee this way. You can also easily make an extra tasty espresso with the Espresso Boost technology.

Dolce Gusto Genio

Genio: adjust coffee to your own taste

The Genio models have 4 temperature settings for hot and cold drinks. This way, you can adjust your cup of coffee to your own taste and make coffee the way you like it. If you want a large cup, you can also make 300ml of coffee at the touch of a button. The machine stops as soon as the right amount of coffee is in your cup. A light comes on when the machine needs descaling. Want an extra strong coffee? With the Espresso Boost Technology, you can make an espresso with an extra intense flavor. The machine first wets the capsule and then starts the preparation. That way, extra coffee aroma is released.

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Article by Charlotte

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