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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$849.95
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	LCD Screen
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 Pro 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	Yes
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	No
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 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Pro and the Breville Bambino Plus are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for beginners. The Barista Pro has a price of $849.95, positioning it as a more premium option compared to the Bambino Plus, which retails at $499.95. Both machines cater to novice users, making them accessible for those new to espresso brewing. The difference in price may reflect additional features available in the Barista Pro.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Barista Pro features an LCD screen for activation and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, thanks to its Thermoblock heating element. In contrast, the Bambino Plus employs a button activation and boasts a significantly quicker heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, also using a Thermoblock for heating. Both machines have the same water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters and utilize a vibration pump for brewing. However, the Barista Pro includes a semi-saturated group type, while the Bambino Plus does not specify a group type.

Features Comparison

When comparing the key features, the Barista Pro comes equipped with an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a steam wand, providing a comprehensive setup for brewing espresso. The Bambino Plus, while also boasting a steam wand and pre-infusion, lacks an integrated grinder and hot water feature, but has PID control included. Both machines offer automatic shutoff and do not include boiler pressure gauges or smart connectivity functionalities. However, the Barista Pro is slightly more robust in its features, which contributes to its higher price point.

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