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Breville
Bambino Plus
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Best starter espresso machine [$500]
The grinder matters more than the machine, and you should budget a decent amount for that too. You also will likely need to budget $100-150 or so for accessories like a scale, decent tamper, distribution tools, and in some cases a nicer portafilter and basket. Some recommended combos: De’Longhi Stil
...priusgirl0 in r/espresso
May 1, 2026 4:00 PM
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Overwhelmed...make it simple for me
If you want to keep things simple (and keep your sanity), here’s the cleanest Bambino Plus setup Grinder: DF54 or Encore ESP. Super straightforward, very forgiving, won’t make you spiral. Portafilter: A 54mm bottomless. Makes dialing in way easier no more guessing if the shot is good or if the machi
...miketinkers in r/espresso
December 10, 2025 2:45 PM
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Help Me Buy a Machine from Costco [$500]
Buy a Breville Bambino Plus (a variety of colors) for $399 and a DF64 Version 2.5 (also a variety of colors now) from EspressoOutlet.com (pre-order) for $359. These two machines will have you making outstanding espresso and will last you five years + (at a minimum) while you learn to become an exper
...Himawari9701 in r/espresso
December 21, 2025 1:29 AM
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Barista Express/ Impress or La Specialista Opera? [500-620 USD]
I have no idea about wattage converting or warranty claims in south east Asia but out of these two machines the Breville is higher quality and will make better coffee. That said, as someone with a Breville Barista Express, if I were purchasing an entry level espresso machine again I would get a Brev
...Suspicious-Issue1536 in r/espresso
March 4, 2026 4:42 AM
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My mom wants an espresso machine for her birthday, what’s a good beginner setup for complete newbies? [$300]
Breville Bambino. No need for the Bambino Plus. Makes great coffee, well built (though a bit small and cramped), fast heat-up time, strong steam production. Fits good in a small kitchen. You will need a separate grinder .
IndicationCurrent869 in r/espresso
May 7, 2026 12:43 AM
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Waking up sober is my single favorite reason not to drink.
Almost got the Breville Bambino Plus. 7 years, wow!!! Glad to hear the Breville machines can last.
djl240 in r/stopdrinking
May 9, 2026 2:01 PM
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Should I get next week or wait for Black Friday sales
Breville Bambino Plus is AMAZING. Thanks, James Hoffamn
HitlersaurusChrist11 in r/AldiAustralia
October 4, 2025 7:23 AM
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Help me choose [$1,000-$1,600]
You really think the only difference between those two are Heat Exchanger vs Thermoblock? Breveille Bambino Pros: - Fast heat up.- Easy to use with programmable buttons. - Cheap. - Auto Milk steaming. - Good for quick milk drinks. Cons: - Inconsistent shot to shot. - No temperature or pressure contr
...agracadabara in r/espresso
April 3, 2025 4:51 PM
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What should I gift a new Bambino Plus owner? [$300]
The grinder is the most important thing, more than the machine. But good ones are expensive. There are many recommended here, but I always recommend Eureka Mignons for their heavy, commercial look, reliability, and overall good grind. But they have a very big range of models. A Zero is cheapest for
...digitect in r/espresso
November 6, 2025 9:23 PM
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DeLonghi died, need new machine. [$600]
Get the breville bambino or bambino plus with a separate grinder. So you can upgrade the grinder and aren’t stuck with half a machine if it dies.
lwhit03 in r/espresso
September 27, 2025 1:50 PM
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