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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$749.95
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	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Barista Express 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	1.9 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	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
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	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Bambino Plus is priced at $499.95 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, the Breville Barista Express comes at a higher price of $749.95, also positioning itself as a semi-automatic machine aimed at beginners. Both machines are from the reputable brand Breville, but the Barista Express comes with a premium price tag reflecting its additional features.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Bambino Plus features button activation and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, utilizing a Thermoblock heating element. The Barista Express also uses a Thermoblock primary heating element but has a longer heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Both machines are equipped with a vibration pump and possess a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, ensuring adequate water supply for brewing. However, neither machine has a dedicated steam boiler capacity.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Bambino Plus includes PID control for temperature stability and pre-infusion capability, while the Barista Express adds an integrated grinder and hot water feature. Both machines offer auto shutoff for safety, but the Barista Express is also equipped with a boiler pressure gauge. They share common features like pre-infusion and solenoid valves, alongside steam wands for frothing milk, though the Barista Express is more comprehensive with additional functionalities.

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