Breville Bambino Plus, Compact Espresso Machine
“Proven pick: 4.3 stars across 3,000+ reviews. Breville's compact entry-tier espresso machine with an auto-steam wand that textures milk for you, ThermoJet heat in 3 seconds and a footprint that fits small kitchens.”
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Proven pick: 4.3 stars across 3,000+ reviews. Breville's compact entry-tier espresso machine with an auto-steam wand that textures milk for you, ThermoJet heat in 3 seconds and a footprint that fits small kitchens.
Pros
- ThermoJet heating reaches espresso temperature in 3 seconds, no warm-up routine before the first shot
- Auto-steam wand textures milk to three preset categories (latte, cappuccino, flat white) automatically
- 15-bar pump regulated to the 9-bar espresso sweet spot via internal overpressure valve, prevents bitter over-extraction
- Compact footprint (about 12 by 6 inches) fits on small countertops where the Barista Express won't
Cons
- 54mm portafilter is smaller than the 58mm professional standard, third-party basket and tamper accessories are harder to find than for the Barista line
Pairs well with
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Frequently asked questions
Does it come with a grinder?
No, the Bambino Plus is espresso-machine only. You'll need a separate grinder. The Breville Smart Grinder Pro and the Baratza Encore ESP are common pairings at this price tier.
How is the Bambino Plus different from the regular Bambino?
The Plus adds the auto-steam wand (the regular Bambino has a manual steam wand only), a slightly larger water tank, and pre-infusion. The regular Bambino is roughly $100 cheaper but you steam milk by hand.
Can I make decent espresso with pre-ground beans?
Marginal. Espresso quality depends heavily on freshly ground beans dialed to a specific size. Pre-ground espresso from a bag will work but tastes noticeably flatter than fresh-ground.
How loud is it?
The pump runs about 70 dB during the 25-second extraction, similar to a kitchen blender. The auto-steam wand is roughly 65 dB. Quieter than most consumer espresso machines but not silent.
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