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Breville
Bambino Plus
$478.00
positive
neutral
negative
Ascaso
Dream PID
23 positive 0 neutral 5 negative
Based on 28 Reddit mentions
$1635.00
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Buy an espresso machine that's 5K or save up for a better one in the future?
This is the one advice, OP, that you should take to heart. Start with a good grinder, grind your beans fresh. Tapos kahit entry level espresso machine, like say a Delonghi Dedica, Ascaso Dream, or a Bambino Plus, okay na yun. Makakapag produce na yun ng good enough espresso kung maganda na yung grin
...inounderscore in r/CoffeePH
June 30, 2025 5:38 PM
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Budget is not a problem, but I can’t find an option better than Bambino, why?
My ascaso dream pid does not have that heat up time. Thermocoil is definitely contentious but I'm definitely happy with the heat up time and the PID.
rainman_104 in r/espresso
March 29, 2026 6:12 PM
3
New machine [$1500]
Seems like reading is very hard. I wouldn't worry about the pressure. But if you want a heavier maschine take a look at the Ascaso Dream or Steel.
brotoss in r/espresso
July 20, 2025 7:56 PM
6
Constant Single/Double Shots Flashing [Bambino Plus]
For a thermoblock only machine the next step up outside of Breville is Ascaso Dream One but those are around 1.5k in the US
Uwumeshu in r/espresso
March 29, 2026 7:28 PM
2
Co pijete za kávu? Jaký používáte kávovar/techniku a proč?
Mam ascaso dream pid, chtěl jsem 58 hlavu. Mlýnek mam nejaky základní classico, ale to jsem prohloupil, na mlýnku to stojí cely. Kávu piju cca 8 porci denně, manželka 4, sem tam návštěva, takže se využije hojně. Až odejde (uz ma 6 let), půjdu do nějakého repasu profi asi. Je to návykový koníček, ale
...Aware-Pin-2850 in r/czech
January 25, 2026 3:03 PM
2
Should I try to repair it by myself or rather directly to professionals ?
can’t make a decision for your but i’ve had really good luck working on my Ascaso Dream from 2015. parts availability is great, and the machines are fairly easy to work on for novices. it’s unlikely you’ll make anything worse by popping it open and at least having a look.
mobyachtrentals in r/Ascaso
January 31, 2026 8:56 PM
2
When Does it Become an Obsession?
Got the one you're missing as my daily driver, for 20 years now. ;)https://imgur.com/a/ascaso-dream-2006-ascaso-i2-2006
damatopoulos in r/Ascaso
February 7, 2026 9:01 AM
2
When Does it Become an Obsession?
Yesss, the cow pattern is a must have for a person with a collection this large :D https://www.1st-line.com/buy/sidewalk-sale-ascaso-dream-cow-up-v2-espresso-machine/
mraesthet in r/Ascaso
February 9, 2026 10:07 AM
2
Confusion about Ascaso range [Budget €1500]
I haven't seen the version without the PID in the name. Even the cheaper Ascaso Dream has a PID. For that price, an espresso machine without a PID is not worth it IMO
flwstate4 in r/espresso
June 13, 2025 8:55 AM
3
Minimalist Set Up
The Ascaso Dream is the best value. Get the Steel if you want a larger water reservoir and drip tray etc. I bought the H64 specifically because it's pretty quiet (just had a baby) and grinds come out fluffy and no need for RDT but honestly is not the best value compared to the DFs and Timecores etc.
pdidyking in r/espresso
April 6, 2026 10:13 AM
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