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Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315 review

No. 5 of 10 in our pod coffee machines ranking · Updated · How we rank

Our verdict: The Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315 ranks 5th of the 10 pod coffee machines we compare, with 8.7 out of 10.

Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315

8.7/10

The Genio S Plus EDG315 is an automatic Dolce Gusto pod machine with a drink selector, hot, medium and cold settings and an Espresso Boost button. It suits anyone who wants lattes and cappuccinos from pods in a small footprint.

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Why it's here

  • Automatic dosing with selectable temperature
  • Espresso Boost gives a stronger shot
  • Milk drinks come from ready-made milk pods, so no frothing jug to wash
  • Compact, at about 12cm wide, with a 0.8 litre tank

Keep in mind

  • Dolce Gusto pods only
  • Milk drinks need two pods each, so each cup costs more
  • No pod bin, so used pods need removing by hand
  • Plastic build that feels light for the price

Why the Dolce Gusto EDG315 scores 8.7

Each bar shows where it places among the 10 pod coffee machines in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.

  • How happy owners are4th of 10
  • How many rated it4th of 10
  • How new it is6th of 10

Level with the Krups Nespresso Essenza Mini XN110840

The Krups Nespresso Essenza Mini XN110840 and the Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315 score the same, so either is a safe pick. The Krups Nespresso Essenza Mini XN110840 goes first because it leaves owners a little happier.

About the Dolce Gusto EDG315

The EDG315 is the black Genio S Plus from De'Longhi's Nescafé Dolce Gusto range. It runs at up to 15 bar and brews from Dolce Gusto capsules, which are sealed in aluminium foil. The brand lists one machine in the box and no accessories.

It is automatic: the machine doses the water for each pod, and a selector sets the drink size, with seven settings matching the pod levels plus an XL option. A temperature control offers hot, medium and cold. Espresso Boost raises the pressure for a smaller, stronger shot. Milk drinks such as cappuccino come from a pair of pods, one of coffee and one of milk, so there is no jug to froth.

The water tank is 0.8 litres, removable and at the back. Tech Advisor found that it can mean pulling the machine forward to refill it. The machine is about 27cm high and deep and 11 to 12cm wide, depending on the source. An indicator tells you when to descale, and the machine switches itself off five minutes after the last brew.

What owners report about the Dolce Gusto EDG315

We found little owner feedback for this exact model on pages we could open, so we report only what the reviews we read say.

Reviewers who used the machine liked how simple it is, with no display, and said Espresso Boost clearly improves the espresso shot. They found the tank and drip tray easy to remove and rinse. Complaints were small: the pod keeps dripping after the shot until it is taken out, the drip tray is shallow and fills quickly, and a new machine can taste of plastic until it has been flushed through several tanks. The glossy black finish shows fingerprints. Cold drinks came out only lukewarm, so they need ice.

Who the Dolce Gusto EDG315 suits

It suits one or two people who want a compact, simple machine and like milky drinks without a frothing jug. Espresso Boost and the temperature choice give more control than the cheaper manual Dolce Gusto machines.

Look elsewhere if cost per cup matters: milk drinks use two pods each. It also takes only Dolce Gusto pods and has no pod bin. If you want to use cheap compatible pods, the Philips L'OR Barista Sublime is the better fit. If you want the smallest and cheapest Dolce Gusto, the Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS is the one to look at.

Questions about the Dolce Gusto EDG315

Where can I find the Dolce Gusto EDG315 manual?

On the De'Longhi UK product page for the EDG315, in its support section, which holds the user manual and a quick-start guide.

Is the Dolce Gusto EDG315 the same as the Genio S Plus?

Yes. The brand's UK page lists the Genio S Plus Nescafé Dolce Gusto as EDG315.B EX:1, the black version.

Can the Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315 make cold drinks?

Yes, it has a cold setting. One reviewer found cold drinks came out around 35°C, so ice is needed.

How big is the water tank on the Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315?

0.8 litres. The tank is removable and sits at the back, and a full tank makes a few drinks.

Does the Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315 switch itself off?

Yes. The brand says it turns off five minutes after the last brew.

How do I know when to descale the Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315?

An indicator comes on when descaling is due.

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Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus EDG315

The Genio S Plus EDG315 is an automatic Dolce Gusto pod machine with a drink selector, hot, medium and cold settings and an Espresso Boost button. 8.7 out of 10.

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How we score it

Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. Too few review sites cover pod coffee machines for their verdicts to lead, so this ranking is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 16 models for this guide before settling on these ten.

Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in November 2026.

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