If everything goes well, you’ll never need to know how to reset your Nespresso machine. But, if you want to learn how to do it (just in case), you’re in the right place! Here, we’re going to give a step-by-step guide on how to properly do a Nespresso Vertuo factory reset.
Nespresso machines are some of the most popular coffee machines on the market. Not only do they let you make a wide variety of coffee drinks, they also allow you to customize your settings to create the cup of coffee you want, exactly how you want it.
Some Nespresso machines are fairly easy to operate, and others even offer presets for all of your favorite drinks. You can even set your Nespresso machine to make each drink the way you like it at the coffee shop (although you’re stuck with the machine’s brewing temperature). Depending on which model you have, options may be fairly simple (i.e. setting the cup size) or more complicated (i.e. choosing the milk volume to include in your latte).
However, you might find that the setting you’ve chosen isn’t really making the cup of coffee that you want. Or maybe, your machine is starting to glitch out, which can sometimes happen after cleaning your Nespresso machine. That’s why you need to know how to do a Nespresso Vertuo factory reset. It’s a pretty simple process. Keep reading to learn how to reset Nespresso VertuoLine machines to factory settings.
Why Reset Your Nespresso Machine?
There are several reasons why you may want to reset your Nespresso machine. Maybe you went all-in on customizing your drink, only to realize after that you don’t like this setting. Maybe you start to run into issues with your machine (i.e. difficult removing used pods). Or, maybe you just want to try a new different drink or a new type of pod and you want to start fresh with your settings.
Doing a Nespresso Vertuo factory reset can fix all of this easily and quickly. No matter why you want to change your settings, resetting a Nespresso machine is a fairly easy process.
Nespresso Vertuo Factory Reset: How Do You Do It?
Do you want to reset your Nespresso Vertuo machine?
Each Nespresso model has slightly different instructions for resetting. In many models, the method of resetting is similar. Models with a touchscreen are easiest because the option is right there on the menu. Just remember that the “lungo” button refers to the larger cup size on many Nespresso machines.
Below, we specifically outline the reset instructions for the Nespresso VertuoLine machines.
- How to Reset Nespresso Vertuo
- Open the machine head and allow the capsule to be ejected.
- Close the head and leave the lever in the unlocked position.
- Quickly push the button five times. This needs to be within three seconds.
- If you were fast enough, the button will blink five times slowly to indicate that the reset was successful.
- How to Reset Nespresso Vertuo Next
- Make sure your machine is on. Open the machine head and let the machine eject the capsule.
- Close the machine and leave the handle in the unlocked position.
- Push the button five times within three seconds. The button will blink five times in orange and then change to a steady white to indicate a successful reset.
- How to Reset Nespresso VertuoPlus
- Turn the machine off by holding down the lever for three seconds.
- Push the button and lever down for three seconds at the same time. You should see an orange steady light.
- Press the lever three times.
- Push the button to confirm. The orange light will blink three times in three seconds to confirm the reset is done and then switch to a steady green light. You can now use your machine.
Nespresso Vertuo Ratings and Reviews
Don’t have a Nespresso Vertuo yet but are thinking of getting it? Here are some ratings and reviews from users that might help you decide whether or not this is the right machine for you.
“This is my first Nespresso Vertuoline machine and I love it. I got it on sale for $113 on Black Friday with the milk frother. Let’s start with the ease of use of this espresso machine. You press the top coffee button and the machine warms up, the green light becomes steady and it’s ready to brew. Put in your favorite capsule and close the top lid and press the coffee button.
Did I mention the motorized capsule lid? The lid opens and closes itself with a touch of the lever and disposes the capsules into its bin on the back of the machine. Milk frother is even easier to use. Just pour the milk in and press the button. Adding the froth of milk makes you feel like a real barista! You can totally make the same exact drinks as they make at Starbucks for the fraction of the cost.
And the drinks are super strong depending on which intensities you choose.
I paired this machine with double-walled coffee/espresso cups also purchased on Amazon. Much better than your everyday ceramic cups so you can see what you’re drinking and the art you just created in the cups. I also purchased the storage drawer holder for capsules that stores the capsules and machine on top. This is like any other home appliance. You have to upkeep things like this. Clean it. Maintain it.
If you don’t do any of these things, things will eventually break.” – Jack, Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker
“I have been wanting a Nespresso machine for a very long time and always thought they were too expensive. I came across this machine and it came with frother and 3 sleeves of pods for $120 so I went ahead and got it and it was the best purchase I have ever made! I love Starbucks lattes and specialty coffee so a Nespresso is ideal for me. I haven’t even thought about Starbucks since I got it. I see there are a lot of issues with the app, I, however, did not have any so far.
I had it for about a month now.
It’s really easy to order pods and recycle bags from the app! The milk frother is what takes your coffee to the next level. I love to put flavored creamer in it, it is heavenly. Easy to operate and not a super bulky machine. Also works excellent for iced lattes as well. I look forward to my morning coffee even more now and prefer it to Starbucks any time. If you have been thinking about getting it, do it. You will not regret.” – Leeanna, Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Maker
“Good luck getting Vertuoline coffee anywhere else except Amazon. Your local big box stores don’t carry it. What’s Vertuoline coffee you ask? Well, it’s these newer giant pods from Nespresso. When I bought this machine, I should have better educated myself, because these things are both rare and expensive comparably to K-Cups, etc.
The good is that the coffee it does produce is excellent. Tastes good has high caffeine (if that’s what you’re into), and just works. It expels the pod neatly into its little trash bin behind it, which is good for an office setting like ours.
It also heats up relatively quickly compared to Kcup machines we’ve had in the past. It also uses aluminum pods, which for those BPA-phobic out there, I’m sure is a very good thing and perhaps worth the premium. The machine also looks good, is easy to clean, and works perhaps too simply, literally it’s so simple that people get confused operating it.
The bad is expensive pods that are hard to find. Also, we still haven’t figured out how to get it to dispense just hot water for tea, hot cocoa, etc. When we do, it goes into “cleaning” mode and dispenses pretty much all the hot water.
Anyways, we got the machine on sale, it makes good-tasting coffee so it’s worth it for some. I wouldn’t buy it again or necessarily recommend it for the simple reason you’re locked into their rare Vertuo line crapola. If this somehow becomes as mainstream as Kcups, then cool, but I’ve seen no sign of that and quite honestly the opposite.
For the price of the Vertuo line pods, you’re pretty close to a cup at McDonald’s/Sbux, to begin with, so it’s hard to justify the expense.” – Erik, Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker
“We love this machine! I bought this for my husband for Christmas because our son had one and he loved it. definitely not disappointed! Warning though—your coffee consumption will increase so buy a reusable pod press and seals to save money.
We only use ultra-filtered water to help protect the machine. It is a bit noisy compared to a regular coffee maker but the coffee that is made is better by far than our chain or local coffee shop. expensive investment but great if you love coffee!” – Rebecca, Nespresso Vertuo Next Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Machine
The Bottom Line
After doing a Nespresso Vertuo factory reset, your machine should now make coffee just the way it did the day it arrived at your home in the box. If you want to start customizing your settings again, you have a blank slate. Now, you can enjoy your coffee exactly the way you want it!
