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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$1499.95
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 Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Barista Touch Impress 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	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	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	12.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Bambino Plus and the Breville Barista Touch Impress are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for beginner skill levels. The Bambino Plus has a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $499.95, while the Barista Touch Impress is significantly more expensive at $1499.95. Both machines belong to the same brand, Breville, catering to entry-level users looking for quality espresso brewing.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize button activation and feature a Thermoblock primary heating element. They have a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters and a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. Additionally, both machines use a vibration pump and accommodate a 54mm portafilter. Notably, neither mentions a brew boiler capacity or steam boiler capacity.

Features Comparison

The Breville Bambino Plus includes features such as auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, and a steam wand, but it does not include an integrated grinder or a boiler pressure gauge. Conversely, the Barista Touch Impress offers auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, a built-in grinder, and a boiler pressure gauge, enhancing its functionality. Both machines also have solenoid valves and steam wands, but the Barista Touch Impress adds hot water functionality, making it more versatile for different types of coffee beverages.

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