The De'Longhi Piccolo XS (EDG210) is a small, very affordable Nescafé Dolce Gusto pod machine with a 15-bar pump, 0.8-litre tank and a manual hot/cold lever.
The De'Longhi Piccolo XS (EDG210) is a small, very affordable Nescafé Dolce Gusto pod machine with a 15-bar pump, 0.8-litre tank and a manual hot/cold lever. Owners like its low price, compact footprint, ease of use and the drinks it makes, including with third-party pods. Its limits come from the basic design: there is no automatic stop, so you dose each drink by hand and have to stay with the cup, it is fairly noisy, clearance suits small cups rather than tall latte glasses, and used pods should be removed straight away to avoid jamming. Some buyers report early faults, and independent long-term reliability data is not available. It suits single users or small kitchens wanting cheap, simple pod coffee; those who want hands-free dosing or milk frothing should look at higher Dolce Gusto models.
Strengths
Low price: around £29-£30 at major UK retailers, often with pod bundles.
Compact (about 14 cm wide, 2 kg) and easy to fit in small kitchens.
Simple to use and clean, with hot and cold drinks from a single lever.
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Users like the coffee and pod drinks, and say third-party pods work.
Things to consider
No automatic stop: you must watch the cup and stop the flow by hand.
Noisy while pumping, according to recurring reviews.
Limited cup clearance; tall latte glasses may not fit.
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Used pods can jam in the holder if left in after brewing.
Some reports of early failures and a lighter build than older models; warranty length is stated differently by retailers.
Who is it for, and who is it not for?
Good for
Single users or small households wanting cheap, quick pod coffee and hot chocolate.
Small kitchens, offices or student rooms with little counter space.
May not suit
People who want to walk away while a drink brews or want programmable cup sizes.
Those who drink from tall latte glasses or want a quiet machine.
The Piccolo XS is sold in the UK under EDG210 with colour suffixes: EDG210.B (black), EDG210.WB (white), EDG210.BGY (black/grey), EDG210.GY (Arctic Grey), EDG210.A (black, Amazon exclusive) and EDG210.R (red). Specifications are the same across colours.
Drinks are dosed with a manual lever for hot or cold water; the machine does not stop the flow by itself, so the user has to watch the cup and move the lever back.
Some Currys reviewers report that a used pod left in the holder can stick fast and be very hard to remove, so the pod should be taken out straight after brewing.
A minority of reviews report early failures (reduced flow, not switching on, leaking) within weeks or months; some long-time owners say newer units feel lighter or less sturdy than older Piccolo machines. Long-term reliability data was not available.
At the time of checking, major UK retailers listed it around £29-£30 (Amazon, Argos, Currys, De'Longhi UK), well below the £54.99 RRP shown by De'Longhi and Amazon.
Which? has tested the EDG210.R (first reviewed December 2023) and describes it as one of the smallest and low-priced machines in Dolce Gusto's range, but the test score and verdict are behind a paywall.
Lacking milk frothing, programmable volumes and auto-stop, it suits buyers who want a cheap, simple pod machine more than those wanting convenience features.
Drinks are dosed with a manual lever for hot or cold water; the machine does not stop the flow by itself, so the user has to watch the cup and move the lever back.
Some Currys reviewers report that a used pod left in the holder can stick fast and be very hard to remove, so the pod should be taken out straight after brewing.
A minority of reviews report early failures (reduced flow, not switching on, leaking) within weeks or months; some long-time owners say newer units feel lighter or less sturdy than older Piccolo machines. Long-term reliability data was not available.
At the time of checking, major UK retailers listed it around £29-£30 (Amazon, Argos, Currys, De'Longhi UK), well below the £54.99 RRP shown by De'Longhi and Amazon.
Which? has tested the EDG210.R (first reviewed December 2023) and describes it as one of the smallest and low-priced machines in Dolce Gusto's range, but the test score and verdict are behind a paywall.
Lacking milk frothing, programmable volumes and auto-stop, it suits buyers who want a cheap, simple pod machine more than those wanting convenience features.
Owners mostly see the Piccolo XS as a cheap, simple and compact pod machine that makes good coffee, lattes and hot chocolate, and many say it is easy to use and clean and works with third-party pods. The main criticisms come from its basic design: you must stand by and stop the water with the lever, it is noisy while pumping, tall latte glasses may not fit, and a used pod left in the holder can jam. A minority report early failures such as reduced flow, leaks or the machine not switching on, and some long-time Dolce Gusto owners feel newer units are lighter and less sturdy than older ones.
What buyers like
Good value for money / cheap to buy33 reviews
Easy to use and clean22 reviews
Makes good coffee and pod drinks21 reviews
Compact, takes little counter space16 reviews
Common complaints
Noisy or vibrates while running10 reviews
Stopped working, reduced flow or leaked within weeks or months9 reviews
No automatic stop; must watch the cup and stop the flow by hand8 reviews
Used pod sticks in the holder if not removed straight away5 reviews
Tall cups or latte glasses do not fit4 reviews
Feels less sturdy than older Dolce Gusto machines3 reviews
Slow to fill a mug2 reviews
How was this summary made?
Summarised from 105 reviews. The summary is drawn from opinions that recur in the reviews read; each theme shows how many reviews mention it. These counts are not a rate and do not apply to every unit.
Unique text reviews (author+date+text): Currys/Feefo 78 of 97 entries (19 rating-only excluded); Amazon.co.uk 17 UK reviews from s7 and s8 (s9 duplicates s7); Argos 10 newest from s5 (s6 duplicates). Theme counts tallied by hand per store and summed. Amazon and Argos AI summaries used only as cross-checks; Amazon's names durability as the main negative, matching the sample.
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D***5/528 October 2026ArgosValue Bundle listing
Ideal size ,perfect for me,also a great price it also comes with pods,happy days.
Y***2/522 October 2026Argos
First one I bought lasted 3 years. Excellent and cheap Second I bought lasted 6 months. Third one I bought lasted 2 weeks
P***1/520 October 2026ArgosValue Bundle listing
Product takes to long to boil water and can only use small cups will be taking back.
K***5/518 October 2026Argos
This my second one and is an excellent buy.
B***5/513 October 2026Argos
Great little machine no issues at all. Takes pods from other supermarkets perfectly.
M***4/51 October 2026Argos
it makes hotter coffee but is still very noisy & extremely slow to fill a mug !
F***5/528 September 2026ArgosValue Bundle listing
This is a great coffee machine, and with capsules that come with it, its good value too!
S*** R***5/521 October 2026AmazonColour: New Black
Basic coffee machine but good , no problems with it well put together
n***4/521 October 2026AmazonColour: New Black
Good Coffee maker. Love the flat white & cappuccino pods
J*** L*** S***5/58 October 2026AmazonEDG210.A
This is a very good coffee machine. Easy to use the coffee temperature is just right, it looks very good. It makes an enjoyable cup of coffee and it was value for money. I would recommend it to anyone.
T*** C***1/51 October 2026AmazonEDG210.A
This worked great from the day it arrived on 30th August right up to 30th September when the flow reduced to a dribble. So, that's a usable lifetime of 1 month, according to my maths.
G***5/529 August 2026AmazonColour: New Black
My main criticism is that I wish it had an automatic cut-off rather than having to stop the water manually, although at this price I can’t complain too much. It is also fairly loud when running and can vibrate a little, but neither has bothered me enough to detract from using it every day.
G*** P***4/57 July 2026AmazonColour: White
Makes great coffee but it has a manual cut off for your coffee so you can't leave it while it's making a cup of coffee which seems bonkers and it also has no on/off switch,you just slide the capsule holder out to switch it on which is confusing at first.But for the price it is a great machine with lots of generic capsules available.
c*** k***5/529 June 2026AmazonColour: New Black
Definitely not as sturdy as the original but half the price of the original. No side button like the original but a side light turns green to tell you the unit is ready to go. Love the fact it has a simple manual lever for hot or cold drinks. …
A*** C***5/522 December 2025AmazonColour: Red
I also like how cute it is and how little space it takes up on the counter - easy to refill the water reservoir, quick to warm up, and you can choose your volume based on when you push the slider back to off - just don't walk away or it'll overflow the cup! Does drip a tiny bit after you turn it off so leave the cup there for a minute after stopping it. …
M*** r***4/511 January 2026AmazonEDG210.A
It's a good machine, it makes good cappuccinos, espressos, and especially good lattes for me.
B***3/531 August 2026CurrysCurrys white EDG210.WB
After my purchase I thought that this model was a suitable replacement for my old bigger machine. But after a few days whenever a dolce gusto pod was used it leaked out all over the pod holder which meant I had to keep rinsing it. …
A***5/530 August 2026CurrysCurrys white EDG210.WB
The only thing I would say don’t forget to take the pod out after use or it will fuse in to holder and machine but overall great little machine loads of different pods to choose from great value for money
B***4/525 July 2026CurrysCurrys black bundle
Very good machine easy to use and clean only down side is it does not automatically shut off so you need to watch out for that. The coffee choice is great and the taste is very very nice, I now have 3 !!!
S***5/516 March 2026CurrysCurrys white EDG210.WB
This is a neat coffee machine very easy to use and in white it matches my kitchen and blends in well Great value for money Highly recommended
K***2/511 March 2026CurrysCurrys black bundle
This is the second coffee machine I have had they worked for a few weeks and then they just would not switch on or pump any water out. I have now gone back to a Bosch coffee machine.
M***2/510 February 2026Currys
Not as good as previous dolce gusto which I had for 4 years then it started leaking. flimsy and noisy. Disappointing but was on offer so can't complain. Won't last long.
A***1/56 February 2026CurrysCurrys black EDG210B
These are a poor design. Unless you remove the pod immediatley after use it, it locks the pod inside and is impossible to remove other than with brute force (prising the pod holder out with a screwdriver and wrecking it in the process). I remember buying one several years ago and had exactly the same problem. You *have* to remember to remove it straight after use. If you can't do that, avoid this completely.
Customer2/521 January 2026CurrysCurrys white EDG210.WB
No instructions in English Language
Customer1/55 January 2026CurrysCurrys black bundle
Only 1 stars because I had to, it has a design flaw and should never have been given the green light for manufacture, works brilliantly as long as you exactly follow usage as described by manufacturer, but be warned should you forget to remove pod after use, your in for a …
K***2/523 December 2025Currys
This machine has a nice picture on the box of it delivering a latte but I have several different latte glasses, all standard size, and there isn’t enough height to get them into the machine, even with the drip tray removed. …
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This compact pod coffee machine is very affordable and quickly prepares hot or cold drinks. However, leaving used pods inside can cause the pod holder to jam, and some users report issues with leaking or spraying water. Overall, it is easy to use for quick everyday coffees provided pods are removed promptly.
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The Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS is an affordable, compact coffee machine that is very quick and straightforward to operate. It automatically detects when a pod is loaded and heats up rapidly, offering options for both hot and cold beverages. However, users should take care to remove used pods promptly after brewing, as leaving them inside can cause the pod holder to jam.
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto EDG210.B Pod Coffee Machines Piccolo Coffee XS Manual Coffee Machine black red b
This compact coffee machine takes up very little counter space and quickly prepares hot or cold beverages using pods. It features a straightforward operation with a quick heat-up time and a removable drip tray for easy cleaning. It is presented as a fast, convenient solution for daily morning coffees.
Review NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto EDG210.B Piccolo XS Manual Coffee Machine Black by DeLonghi - Value Bundl
The video demonstrates the De'Longhi Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS in everyday use, highlighting coffee brewing and pod variety. It shows the compact size of the machine and the crema it produces on drinks. However, it also illustrates potential mess and leaking or overflow issues on the kitchen counter.
Alternatives named in the research that have no page here yet:
Nescafé Dolce Gusto Mini Me 2: Listed alongside the Piccolo XS on Dolce Gusto UK; a step up within the same pod system for those wanting more than the manual lever.
Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S: Higher Dolce Gusto range shown on the same Dolce Gusto UK page; useful for buyers who want features the manual Piccolo XS lacks.
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