Sealpod
SEAL POD Reusable Nespresso Capsules (5-Pod)
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What does a cup really cost?
Pods are convenient, but the per-cup cost adds up. Compare OriginalLine, Vertuo, third-party pods, and a refillable capsule — and see how quickly a reusable pays for itself.
The numbers below are illustrative starting points — edit each field with the prices you actually pay for an accurate comparison.
Pods
Nespresso OriginalLine
Nespresso Vertuo
Third-party compatible
Reusable capsule
| Option | Per cup | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Nespresso OriginalLine | $1.00 | $730.00 |
| Nespresso Vertuo | $1.25 | $912.50 |
| Third-party compatible | $0.44 | $321.20 |
| Reusable (coffee only) | $0.19 | $135.19 |
A $15.00 reusable capsule pays for itself in 59 cups versus your cheapest pod (Third-party compatible at $0.44/cup) — about 30 days at 2 cups/day.
How the math works
Cost per cup for pods is simply the pack price divided by the number of pods. For a refillable capsule, the per-cup cost is just the ground coffee you put in it (price per pound pro-rated by grams per cup); the capsule itself is a one-time cost. The break-even is the point where the money you save per cup with a reusable has covered that capsule price — after that, every cup is cheaper.
All prices here are yours to enter — we don’t hard-code or estimate live prices, because they change constantly. The defaults are only illustrative; replace them with what you actually pay for an accurate comparison.
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RECAPS
RECAPS Reusable Nespresso Capsules (6-Pod)
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Compare your options
If the per-cup number pushed you toward cheaper pods or refillables, our roundups go deeper: best reusable Nespresso capsules, best third-party compatible pods, and best Vertuo pods. Already own a machine? Keep it running longer with our descaling frequency calculator.