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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$1099.95
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	Touch Screen
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 Barista Touch 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	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
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	Yes
Weight
Weight	4.9 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch is priced at $1099.95 and is classified as a semi-automatic machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, the Breville Bambino is significantly more affordable at $299, also a semi-automatic machine and aimed at beginner users. Both machines cater to those new to making espresso but vary widely in their price points.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Touch activates via a touch screen system and heats up in under 5 minutes using a thermoblock heating element. The Bambino activates through buttons and also achieves heat-up in less than 60 minutes, utilizing a similar thermoblock technology. Both machines feature a vibration pump and have a 54mm portafilter size, while their water reservoir capacities differ slightly, with the Barista Touch holding 1.9 liters compared to the Bambino's 1.4 liters.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Barista Touch include an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion capabilities, and a steam wand with no burn technology. Conversely, the Bambino lacks an integrated grinder and hot water functionality but offers PID control and pre-infusion as well. Both machines provide auto shutoff for safety, but the Barista Touch has a greater array of features overall, making it a more comprehensive option for beginners looking to invest in a better-performing espresso machine.

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