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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$499.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Bambino Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.4 L - Reservoir	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	4.9 kg	5.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Breville Bambino Plus, is priced at $499.95 and falls under the semi-automatic category, designed for beginner users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Breville Bambino, is more budget-friendly at $299 and is also aimed at beginners. Both machines are produced by Breville, emphasizing accessibility for those new to espresso-making. The difference in cost may influence a buyer's decision depending on their budget.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines feature button activation and have a vibration pump system, which is standard for their category. The Breville Bambino Plus utilizes a Thermoblock heating element with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, while the Bambino similarly employs a Thermoblock system with an identical heat-up time. The water reservoir capacities vary slightly, with the Bambino Plus holding 1.9 liters versus the Bambino's 1.4 liters. Both models use a 54mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

When examining their key features, both machines share various capabilities including auto shutoff, PID control, and pre-infusion technology. However, the Bambino Plus offers a solenoid valve, which is absent in the Bambino. Both machines are equipped with steam wands, but neither features a no-burn wand or smart connectivity options. The choice between them may boil down to specific feature preferences and budget constraints.

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