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  • The Breville Barista Express delivers third wave specialty coffee at home using the 4 keys formula and is part of the Barista Series that offers all in one espresso machines with integrated grinder to go from beans to espresso in under one minute
  • DOSE CONTROL GRINDING: Integrated precision conical burr grinder grinds on demand to deliver the right amount of freshly ground coffee directly into the portafilter for your preferred taste with any roast of bean
  • OPTIMAL WATER PRESSURE: Low pressure pre-infusion gradually increases pressure at the start and helps ensure all the flavors are drawn out evenly during the extraction for a balanced tasting cup
  • PRECISE ESPRESSO EXTRACTION: Digital temperature control (PID) delivers water at precisely the right temperature, ensuring optimal espresso extraction
  • MANUAL MICROFOAM MILK TEXTURING: The powerful steam wand performance allows you to hand texture microfoam milk that enhances flavor and enables creation of latte art
  • ESPRESSO MACHINE WITH GRIND SIZE DIAL: Simple and intuitive, giving you control over the grind size no matter what type of bean you're grinding
  • ESPRESSO MAKER WITH BUILT-IN COFFEE GRINDER: Innovative grinding cradle allows any at home barista to grind directly into the espresso portafilter for the perfect espresso
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Customers are satisfied with the coffee maker's espresso quality, build quality, and ease of use. They find it reliable and performs at a professional level. The control panel is user-friendly and intuitive, making dialing the perfect espresso easy. Many consider it worth the cost and say it saves time and money. Customers also appreciate the design. However, some customers have reported issues with the grinder not working properly or failing prematurely.

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2,466 customers mention "Espresso quality"2,195 positive271 negative

Customers enjoy the espresso quality of the coffee maker. They say it works well and produces perfect espresso shots just about every time. It makes delicious daily lattes, with nice froth. The machine grinds the beans and brews the coffee with just a push of a button.

"...With the right coffee beans, I can make rich, smooth espresso with a beautiful crema that rivals my favorite coffee shop...." Read more

"...need to descale the machine, prolong it's useful life and provide better tasting coffees. You will still need to descale the machine every so often...." Read more

"...Not a professional barista? Just love good coffee and want to be able to make that consistently? This is the one." Read more

"...The pressure gauge. Absolutely invaluable in making good tasting espresso. I would not recommend buying any machine without one...." Read more

2,343 customers mention "Build quality"2,343 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the coffee maker's build quality. They find it sturdy, reliable, and well-built. The machine produces good coffee and steams milk easily. It performs at a professional level and is easy to clean.

"...Plus, I can customize my drinks exactly how I like them—strong, smooth, and with perfectly steamed milk...." Read more

"...There's a lot of customization available to you and it is a very good quality machine...." Read more

"...and it's just such a perfect little home use espresso maker when you're not trying to churn out lots of coffees back..." Read more

"...many would rather use a separate burr grinder, but this thing works perfectly fine, and is easy to clean...." Read more

1,559 customers mention "Ease of use"1,182 positive377 negative

Customers find the coffee maker easy to use. They say the steam wand is easy to use, the control panel is user-friendly, and it comes with everything needed to get started. The learning curve is short, and the math is simple. The manual included is helpful for maintaining the machine.

"...worried about the learning curve, but the intuitive controls made dialing the perfect espresso easy...." Read more

"...The manual included is very helpful for keeping up with the maintenance (as well as pulling shots, making drinks and other useful tips) and you can..." Read more

"...learning on this machine, I had my frustrations, but the machine is so intuitive and there are so many helpful videos out there I quickly got the..." Read more

"...I found it is much more finicky... can change from cup to cup, and definitely from batch to batch...." Read more

1,221 customers mention "Value for money"944 positive277 negative

Customers appreciate the coffee maker's value for money. They say it's worth every penny, easy to clean, and will pay for itself within a year. The machine is simple and quick, making great coffee.

"...It's easy to use, makes top-tier espresso, and has already saved me hundreds of dollars...." Read more

"...With as many lattes as I drink, this will easily pay for itself within a year, inclouding the cost of beans, milk and cleaning products...." Read more

"...about how perfect this machine is, especially at such a relatively affordable price point compared to the other highly rated options out there...." Read more

"...The built-in grinder is super handy, saving me a lot of time and effort. But what really gets me is the quality of espresso it makes - pure bliss!..." Read more

617 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"437 positive180 negative

Customers appreciate the coffee maker's simple cleaning. The drip tray comes out like a drawer, keeping the showerhead clean of coffee debris and keeping the coffee tasting pure. They mention it includes tools to clean out the filters. Some reviewers mention some things that bother them (Cons) like the cycle-count based cleaning indicator, which makes it easier, faster, and less messy.

"...This keeps the showerhead clean of coffee debris and keeps the coffee tasting pure. REMEMBER TO CHANGE YOUR WATER FILTERS...." Read more

"...Includes a beautiful copper dosing tool. 15) Includes tools to clean out the filters. Some things that bother me (Cons)*..." Read more

"...you will DESTROY the boiler (permanently), in that, the milk cannot be cleaned out, will burn during the next use, and every cup of milk you..." Read more

"...Regular cleanings help as well. This is not a great machine for serving a party of people...." Read more

581 customers mention "Design"535 positive46 negative

Customers appreciate the coffee maker's sleek, stainless steel design that fits well in any kitchen. They like the nice touches like the float indicator and soft, non-abrasive portafilter. The stainless steel is beautiful and easy to clean.

"...the right coffee beans, I can make rich, smooth espresso with a beautiful crema that rivals my favorite coffee shop...." Read more

"...The Stainless steel is beautiful. (It is not 100% stainless on the outside though, a little bit of plastic, see cons.) 5) The pressure gauge...." Read more

"...The machine is easy to use and looks great on my counter. It indeed brews incredible espresso, making it a perfect choice for coffee lovers like me." Read more

"...Choose this machine as my opinion it is the best looking machine on the market as of right now...." Read more

649 customers mention "Functionality"0 positive649 negative

Customers have issues with the coffee maker's functionality. They mention that the grinder doesn't work properly, the machine isn't powerful enough, and the frothing is weak.

"...This generally occurs due to a broken solenoid valve. If your product is still under warranty, take a video and contact their customer service...." Read more

"...The Lowest grind amount is too much on the "double" setting. QC Should have caught this! But not a deal breaker...." Read more

"...The grinder maybe isn't the best -- the grind is good. and can be set very fine, but would be better to grind based on weight instead of time...." Read more

"...For me, it's not quite perfect because the grinding function is not as good as the brewing function, and it was bringing down the quality of my..." Read more

396 customers mention "Reliability"65 positive331 negative

Customers are unhappy with the coffee maker's reliability. They say it's not well-built, breaks down after 6 months, and has a high failure rate. The steamer isn't as strong as it should be, and the quality isn't the same as the one they let go.

"...is not as good as the brewing function, and it was bringing down the quality of my results...." Read more

"...This is where the machine starts to falter...." Read more

"...Currently the reason for the work today is that the steamer isn’t as strong as it should be. The pressure wasn’t great this morning...." Read more

"...Not sure what the cause of it is -- part failed? Triac failed and sent too much current to it? Water damage from leaking tubes?..." Read more

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Despite some of the negative criticism sprinkled throughout this review, keep in mind that (1) I am giving this machine 5 stars, and now that I have spent a few weeks getting to know it (intimately), I love it - so much, that if a burglar broke into my house and stole it, I would order another one the same day - I have not been back to Starbucks since. All that being said, you NEED to read this review so that your machine does not frustrate you and so that you get the most out of it. Read on my coffee-loving friend:1. I am a guy, who knew nothing about espresso machines before this. I am very mechanically inclined and don't usually read instructions. This was different - this machine is NOT self-explanatory and you NEED to read the instructions (which are well written, and even include a troubleshooting section). Don't get frustrated with this machine until/unless you have read (all) the instructions.2. This is not a 'stand-alone' purchase ... this machine costs around $500 (give or take), you need to invest another $100 right from the start (preferably at the same time) to get the most out of it, enjoy it to the fullest, and not get unreasonably frustrated by making your own lattes and mochas.3. The other things you REALLY should order at the same time (and all are available on Amazon) are: a. ($29) 100-pack disposable 20oz. cups with lids and sleeves (sold by Yes!fresh). Trust me, you want to get these. It's only $0.29 per cup and are far more convenient that trying to clean out a million dirty coffee cups from your car/office each week. These are worth twice what they cost in the long run. And when your friends are over, you need not 'loan' them a nice coffee cup to go (which you may never see again) - just give them a paper cup to take with them. b. ($5-15 for 25 oz. / $20-30 for 64 oz.) Torani syrups and sauces, AND the pump tops that go with them (always sold separately). IF you drink the same thing on a regular basis (like I do) such as a white chocolate peppermint mocha, buy the 64 oz. white chocolate sauce and not the smaller 25 oz. bottle. c. ($14) Amazon Basics Cotton Washcloth - 24 pack - grey (the grey matches the espresso machine, but the color doesn't matter). Again, trust me, you want a nicely folded stack of these sitting next to the machine - you will use 1 each time you make espresso, and then it will be dirty and needs to be washed. At my house (3 people using the machine) we bought two 24-packs because we make so much coffee - two 24-packs is not too many for our house (I'm thinking about buying a third pack). d. ($10 for pair of single shot size, $15 for pair of double shot size) Set of double-walled espresso shot glasses. Do NOT buy the rounded ones (ie: Cutehom espresso coffee cups) because they will not pour very well and drip all over the place (down the side) each time - very frustrating. Buy the JoyJolt Javaah Double Walled Espresso Glasses instead - you'll be glad you did in the long run. And, if you're planning to make mostly double-shot lattes/mochas, buy a set of Dragon Glassware 6 oz Espresso Cups (also double-walled) so that you don't have to keep fidgeting with the single shot cups to keep them in the right spot under the coffee dispenser. It's important to buy double-walled glasses for two reasons. First, it keeps the espresso hot while you're steaming your milk, second, it keeps you from burning your fingers when pouring the espresso into your coffee cup. e. ($15) Breville BCB100 Barista-Style Coffee Knock Box. Again, TRUST me, you want this right next to your machine - the coffee grounds will start piling up quickly and you don't want your portafilter anywhere near a garbage can. This thing is a must.4. Space requirements: This machine (and all that you want to go with it) will take some counter space - allow AT LEAST 34-inches of counter width to accommodate - slightly more is even better. You will from my picture, this is a 34-inch setup, and there is no room to spare.5. Making espresso. After you read the instructions, here are some tips that they don't include to help avoid frustration: a. When the beans are grinding, lightly knock on the top of the hopper lid (just like knocking on a door) so that the beans keep feeding down to the grinder (sometimes they get hung up - a light knock each time keeps this from happening). Do NOT overfill the portafilter (after tamping) or it will jam coffee grounds into the water outlet and could possibly damage the portafilter or locking guide. After the grounds are tamped down in the filter cup, the silver part of the tamper should be just hidden beneath the rim of the portafilter (the machine includes a tool you can use if you accidentally overfill the filter cup, but after a short while, you'll figure out how much to grind each time and the tool will not be necessary). b. You ALWAYS want to watch the pressure gauge when making espresso. It NEEDS to be in the dark grey area of the pressure gauge (and ideally in/near the middle of the grey area) during the brew cycle, otherwise you are not making good espresso - rather, you are making either watered down espresso (not enough pressure) or not enough espresso which is too rich (too much pressure). There are two key things that affect pressure: the fineness at which the coffee is ground (which is adjustable) and the volume of grounds in the portafilter (also adjustable). Although there is a one or two shot size setting, I have found it best to do two, 1-shot grinds, tamping down the grounds in-between each single-shot grind. I have the grind (volume) setting on the 4th click setting, and I have the grind (fineness) setting on either 2 or 3 (play around and see what gives you the best results). IF the pressure is too low, then either your coffee is ground too coarsely, or your have not tamped it down tight enough, or the filter is not filled with enough coffee grounds, or a combination of any/all of these things. IF the pressure is too high, then either your coffee is ground too finely, or you have tamped down the grounds too hard (tightly), or a combination of the two. c. IF using two, single-shot espresso glasses to collect a double-shot brew, keep an eye on them during the brew cycle and make sure they are centered under the espresso being dispensed (this can be avoided by using a double-shot size collection cup). d. IF making a mocha or other syrup/sauce drink, pre-mix the espresso and syrup in the glass and stir thoroughly before adding the steamed milk. e. Steaming milk is 1/2-art, and 1/2-science (seriously), and it does not come naturally. If you've never worked at a coffee shop and been trained to steam milk, do yourself a favor and watch a few good (short) YouTube videos on the proper way to steam milk. You will THANK yourself for taking 5-10 minutes on You Tube and learning the proper way to steam milk (and things to avoid). Understanding the steaming process will allow you to control the amount of foam on top and not make big mess. f. Before you steam your milk, VENT the steam wand to remove the residual water from the boiler line (you don't want a few teaspoons of water in your milk). Vent the line, then turn the steam off ... wait 5 full seconds ... then insert the steam wand into the milk, then turn the steam back on. Hold the handle with your left hand, and place your right hand underneath the stainless steel milk steaming cup, when the cup is too hot for your right hand to touch (I mean really to hot to hold), keep the steam wand in and start counting along with the pump (which sounds like a metronome in the background ... dit ... dit ... dit ... dit ...). For a semi-hot latte/mocha keep the steam wand in the milk for 30 double-dits (don't start counting until after you can non longer touch the bottom with your right hand ... "and-one, and two, and three" and so on until you get to 30 (the equivalent of 60 single dits). For hot (but still drinkable) count to 40 double-dits, and for very-hot, 50 double-dits. Anything above 60 and you risk burning the milk (which will ruin the flavor and you will need to toss it out and start over). When finished, turn the steam off, and remove the steam wand from the milk about 3-5 seconds before it finishes blowing steam (to avoid having milk sucked back up into the steam line). g. After you steam your milk, VENT the steam wand again to remove any milk that inadvertently got sucked up into the steam wand line and prevent any from making its way into the boiler. IF milk makes its way back into the boiler unit (because you failed to vent the line after use) you will DESTROY the boiler (permanently), in that, the milk cannot be cleaned out, will burn during the next use, and every cup of milk you steam in the future will have a burnt-milk smell/flavor - yuck! DO yourself a favor and vent the steam line religiously after each use - and make sure others who use your machine know that they can ruin it if they don't do so also! (there goes $500!) h. The bottom tray is easy to remove, empty and clean (comes apart in 3 pieces). You should empty this every 2-4 days of use because it fills up despite you not pouring liquid into it - reason is, each time you finish using the steam wand or hot water dispenser, the machine auto-vents out the line from the boiler into the bottom tray (sneaky little devil) ... so even though you don't realize it, it's filling up a little with each use. (Fun fact - the hot water dispenser can be used for instant hot water to make tea!).6. Cleaning up. a. I unfold a clean washcloth each time I make espresso. When you tamp down the grounds, it will help avoid damaging/scratching your counter, and will catch the spill-over grounds (there will always be some spill-over). b. When finished, use hot water (from your kitchen sink) to rinse the espresso cup(s), milk steaming cup, portafilter and filter insert (remove the filter cup from the portafilter each time you clean them), then use another clean washcloth to set them out to dry upon. c. The washcloth used to make espresso: fold it in half, twice (into a square), and use the hot water dispenser (on the machine) to get one corner of the square wet with hot (boiling hot) water, then fold the square into a triangle so that the boiling water corner is exposed, then fold that triangle into another triangle around the steam wand and thoroughly clean the steam wand. It will take a little time and firm pressure - make sure the wand is clean so that you don't get nasty milk residue build up on your steam wand.7. Keeping things stocked: a. Milk. If your family uses milk for other things (cereal, baking, etc.) and up until now you have been a '1-gallon at a time' household, it's time to go up to a 2-gallon at a time household. Trust me - once you (and others in your house) discover the delicious lattes/mochas which are quick at hand, the milk will begin to disappear quickly (my house is now a 3-gallon at a time household with 3 people regularly using the machine). b. Keep a spare box of to-go cups/lids on hand, when you open it, order another one - it is not cost prohibitive and you never want to be out of to-go cups in the morning. c. Keep a spare bag of coffee beans on hand - also not cost prohibitive and if you run out of beans, well, there's no reason to ever run out of beans. d. Keep a spare bottle of your favorite syrups/sauces. If you run out, all the fun is over.8. Quirks and tips. a. Keep a close eye (and refill often - like every morning) the water tank in the back (you need not pull it off each time, just take a 4-cup measuring cup and refill it when it gets 1/2-way down). Reason being, the machine is not smart like a Keurig - it has no sensor telling it when the water is out and it will run itself (to its peril) dry when the water runs out - this is not particularly good for the machine or the pumps. b. Use top quality beans - I recommend buying 1 lb. bags of Starbucks Espresso Roast beans - whole, NEVER pre-ground. WHY would you spend $600 on a coffee bar setup and then use crap beans or pre-ground (aka: not fresh) coffee? When you use top quality Starbucks beans (I have no financial interest in Starbucks by the by - so if you prefer something else like Pete's or Dutch Bros., fine - but make sure you're buying whole bean bags of their Espresso Roast). 2-4 double-shot lattes/mochas per day will go through a 1 lb. bag of beans every 1-2 weeks. c. Transitioning to decaf beans...? Nope, not easy, nor was the machine set up for an easy transition. To transition from regular espresso beans to decaf beans you must unlock the bean hopper and remove it - then pour the regular beans into a ziplock bag, then take your vacuum cleaner (I'm not joking) and vacuum out the remaining regular beans from the grinding gear mechanism, then replace the (empty) hopper - lock it in place, then fill it with decaf beans. We did this once at my house ... and will never do it again.I hope you enjoyed my review and it helps you make awesome lattes and mochas!
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  • Joseph Franklin McCarty
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Home Espresso Machine, I Have
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2025
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    I can't say enough great things about the Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine! As someone who loves a perfect latte, I know this machine has completely changed my daily coffee routine. The quality of espresso this machine produces is incredible. With the right coffee beans, I can make rich, smooth espresso with a beautiful crema that rivals my favorite coffee shop. The built-in grinder ensures that I get fresh ground beans for each shot, making all the difference in flavor. Before getting this machine, I spent way too much on lattes at coffee shops. Now, I make my own at home, and the savings have been tremendous! In just a few months, this machine has practically paid for itself. Plus, I can customize my drinks exactly how I like them—strong, smooth, and with perfectly steamed milk. I was worried about the learning curve, but the intuitive controls made dialing the perfect espresso easy. The powerful steam wand creates silky microfoam, ideal for latte art.
    In addition, the brushed stainless steel design looks stunning in my kitchen! It's easy to use, makes top-tier espresso, and has already saved me hundreds of dollars. I recommend pairing it with high-quality coffee beans to get the best results!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    The Best Home Espresso Machine, I Have

    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2025
    I can't say enough great things about the Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine! As someone who loves a perfect latte, I know this machine has completely changed my daily coffee routine. The quality of espresso this machine produces is incredible. With the right coffee beans, I can make rich, smooth espresso with a beautiful crema that rivals my favorite coffee shop. The built-in grinder ensures that I get fresh ground beans for each shot, making all the difference in flavor. Before getting this machine, I spent way too much on lattes at coffee shops. Now, I make my own at home, and the savings have been tremendous! In just a few months, this machine has practically paid for itself. Plus, I can customize my drinks exactly how I like them—strong, smooth, and with perfectly steamed milk. I was worried about the learning curve, but the intuitive controls made dialing the perfect espresso easy. The powerful steam wand creates silky microfoam, ideal for latte art.
    In addition, the brushed stainless steel design looks stunning in my kitchen! It's easy to use, makes top-tier espresso, and has already saved me hundreds of dollars. I recommend pairing it with high-quality coffee beans to get the best results!
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  • Maddle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Entry-level Home Espresso Machine
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2018
    Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
    I absolutely love this machine. With as many lattes as I drink, this will easily pay for itself within a year, inclouding the cost of beans, milk and cleaning products.

    Notes: Make sure to keep up with all the regular maintenance. Ever day after I've made my coffee, I wipe the steam wand, purge it, then wipe again. Make sure to get into all the crevices around the tip and you'll never need to use the pin to clean out the tip. Once I've done that and poured my steamed milk, I purge the showerhead by pulling one shot into the empty mug (no filters). This keeps the showerhead clean of coffee debris and keeps the coffee tasting pure.

    REMEMBER TO CHANGE YOUR WATER FILTERS. The filters should be changed every 60 uses or 2 months, whichever comes first. This wolill reduce how often you need to descale the machine, prolong it's useful life and provide better tasting coffees. You will still need to descale the machine every so often. The manual included is very helpful for keeping up with the maintenance (as well as pulling shots, making drinks and other useful tips) and you can also find instructions on their website should you misplace the manual. Gold tone makes pretty inexpensive replacement filters specific to this machine and they're available here on Amazon. I use them and am pretty happy with the results.

    Do not let the water run out. Ever. This could cause serious damage to the machine. If you forget once or twice, you'll probably be just fine but check the water reservoir at least 1-2 times per week.

    Clean the machine parts at least once a week. You may need to empty and rinse the drip tray 1-2 times a week (depending on frequency of use) but take it out and hand wash at least once a week. This is a good time to wash the tools and tool bin as well. Also, dont forget to take the coffee filters out of the portafilter and wash those as well. Over time, residue can build up underneath there. Also, the spouts in the portafiler twist off so you can clean them better. Clean out your parts, get in those crevices regularly and you'll be just fine.

    Don't forget to clean the hopper and grinder. You should clean it out every time you switch to a new bean or at least every few pounds of coffee. The instructions in the manual are pretty easy and straight forward. I also use a clean, dry towel to wipe any remaining coffee and oils from both the grinder parts and the hopper. Do not wash in warm water as you could risk it not drying well and rusting or not being lubricated enough and over heating. Just use the included brush and clean, dry paper towels. You could also vacuum out residual coffee from the grinder to assist in cleaning, but I don't usually need to.

    Also, remember that the stainless exterior is stainless plating. This means it can wear over time and not look as nice. The best way to handle this is to wipe it down with a damp cloth (once daily then more detailed once a week) and follow it up by drying it with a clean towel. This will prolong the exterior appearance. Also during your weekly cleaning, be sure to look under where the coffee and steam come out and clean around there. Milk, coffee and residue steam can splatter and build up so be sure to clean it as well.
    The weekly cleaning sound intensive but really takes maybe 5 minutes.

    Common issues: Keep in mind certain o-rings will need to be replaced over time. This is noted by Breville in the manual and on the website. There are two main places where you need to replace these: around the tip of the portafilter (where the spouts connect) and where the portafilter connects to pull shots.

    Another common issue is that the machine will make a loud "buzzing" sound and/or leak water out of the bottom of the machine. This is a common issue and, when it does occur, usually happens around 6 months to a year. This generally occurs due to a broken solenoid valve. If your product is still under warranty, take a video and contact their customer service. Maybe suggest it's a solenoid valve and they are usually very good about fixing or replacing the machines and parts. If it is no longer under warranty and they will not resolve the issue (because sometimes they still will after the warranty period), there are many repair services that can fix this. If you are especially handy and brave enough to fix it yourself, you can usually find the replacement parts fairly cheaply online (not just the valve, but really ANY part that may need to be replaced). Again, if it's still under warranty do not go this route, as it will void any existing warranty. Also, if you don't know what you're doing, you could do more damage than good.

    All-in-all, this is an amazing machine for this price point. There is a reason this machine is so popular and highly rated. There's a lot of customization available to you and it is a very good quality machine. I would not suggest any product below this machine and price point for your first machine as you'll likely be very disappointed in the results. Eventually you may want to upgrade to a more robust multi-thousand dollar machine, but this is great for the majority of consumers and is super user friendly. Use higher quality beans directly from the roasters and learn how to use the machine and make drinks and you'll be very happy with it. The quality is truly amazing for such a low cost espresso machine.

    Side note: Whole Latte Love on YouTube is a great resource for additional reviews, tips and tricks and maintenance for this machine (and many more). It's also a great resource on how to pull shots, steam milk, pick types of milk and make many different types of drinks when you're just starting out or want to up your coffee game.
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  • Kyvnmiller
    5.0 out of 5 stars 1st month review
    Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2014
    Color: Black SesameVerified Purchase
    Its been a month since I have bought this machine. I have not worked every coffee making device out there but I have operated and tasted many. I had just lost my Deloghni magnifca super automatic machine after seven years of use. It was a pretty good machine for being a super automatic. But I have craved to get a real espresso machine and do a proper cappuccino. I have used french presses, Vietnamese phins, drip, siphon, and single serve kuerigs. Being in the Pacific NW you would except awesome cafe's everywhere, and you would be wrong. To get a good barrista that knows what they are doing, is slim to none. So with the exit of my super auto, I shopped for a good one. I kept coming back to the breville. Only knocks it was really getting was that breville was Australian and new to the game. I took the plunge and bought it, and I do not regret it.

    So the good:
    It comes with its own grinder. It not the best, but then again its no slouch. It can be taken apart and cleaned. My super never did that. What this means is that as you build up grounds on the Burr, you can pull it apart easily and clean it. It has a hopper that you can remove and place unused beans back in its container, that is just awesome, you can make decafe then switch to a new bean. A reviewer gave a good tip that when you first run it, start at the coarse then work it to fine when you start to grind, good advice. I word of caution from me, every different roast of bean will be a new setting for the machine. If you use a oily bean, then you might have to clean the burr a lot in order to get that fine grind. Also be prepared to go through a lot of coffee to figure out the right setting to get that perfect cup.
    Temperature control. You can decrease or increase the temperature by 4 degree's, in 2 degree increments. Doesn't sound like much, but it can change the taste of your espresso.
    Easy to program grind amount, and shot times.
    It has a gauge to measure the pressure as it goes through the port a filter. It is a nice touch to be able to tell how things are working, several high price machine you have to feel it out and guess, this you can tell right away if something went wrong and you can adjust.
    The steam wand is easy to use, the switch on the side is okay, my super did have a better control knob that you could control the amount of steam that came out, but this one is slow enough that its not that bad to operate.
    Clean up is a snap, I really enjoy the fact that I can easily and quickly clean it up.
    It has a water filter, where I live we have a high concentration of hard water, so having a second filter to go through is nice.
    Parts. Breville has all the parts you can buy to fix your machine if they go out or need replaced. I am talking about new port a filters, rings, hoppers, water reservoirs, ect.
    It is pretty, looks really good, makes you want to drink coffee.

    The things that are not so nice:
    You will go through a lot of coffee. This is most true when you first get the machine and try to figure out how to run it. There is a couple of way things can go down. 1) you drink every cup you make, I suggest you do this alone. Anyone around you will worry you are on something because you will be running at a 1000 mph on that much caffeine, no matter what your tolerance is. You will be wondering why everyone around you is moving so slow. 2) invite people over and watch there reaction to find out well you are doing on making that espresso.
    Mess from the grounds. It has a tray, but for some reason my grounds always seem to go further then the tray. I placed a small dish under the grinder it that keeps it contained and its easily cleaned. You can also fill the port a filter, tamp, then fill a little more until you reach the proper level. I place a paper towel down and do the tamp on that, it catches the grounds that fall when tamping.
    Don't expect a piping hot cup of joe. You can get it hot enough, by following their suggestions. I poor hot water in my cup before and do a single shot on a empty port a filter, that seems to do a good enough job.
    My latte art is of clouds, mushrooms, cotton balls. I believe that is my malfunction though.

    Overall, for the price (especially now) and the quality of espresso I am getting, its the top choice. Is it the best machine out there, no. But if you can afford those then I am not sure why you are reading things on amazon. Try different beans, they will taste different from what you are used to, each type will need different techniques to get the right pull. The Seattle best coffee bean, I only need to lightly tamp, the Vietnamese Civet I have to really press hard to get to the right tamp. I will trying several others as I go along, but I think that's the best part of this machine. And to the few people ( there is other things I would call you) about the California restrictions, in the manual it does say that the parts on the machine that does come in contact with coffee or water is BPA Free and there is no parts that will make you grow a third limb, unless you already have one. If you read the blasted bill you might figure out what it actually is saying, Anything with a grinder or power cord falls in this warning. I don't know about you, but I am not grinding bits of plastic in my coffee, and I am not sucking on the power cord, but if that's what you want to do, go for it.

    For me, this has been a awesome buy, thank you for reading.
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  • Enrique Jimenez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente para un amante del cafe
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 21, 2025
    Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
    Esta cafetera destaca por su sólida construcción y funcionalidad. Incluye un molino ajustable que permite personalizar fácilmente la molienda según tus preferencias. Su uso es sencillo, con un adaptador que asegura que el café molido quede dentro del portafiltro sin derrames.

    El vaporizador de leche hace un trabajo decente, suficiente para la mayoría de los usuarios. Aunque existen opciones con un rendimiento superior, suelen ser significativamente más costosas. Además, incluye filtros específicos para preparar café de máquina regular y te permite elaborar espressos simples o dobles con facilidad.

    El depósito de agua tiene una capacidad de 1 litro e incluye un único filtro. Por ello, es recomendable adquirir un kit adicional de filtros para prolongar su utilidad. Algo a tener en cuenta es que la máquina desperdicia algo de agua, acumulándola en un contenedor interno que avisa cuando está lleno. Sin embargo, este depósito requiere vaciarse cada 10 o 15 espressos, lo que podría ser un pequeño inconveniente.

    Llevo un año utilizando esta cafetera y estoy muy satisfecho. Me gusta especialmente que es fácil de mantener limpia y que incluye un tamper magnético para compactar el café, lo que le da un toque elegante y funcional.

    En resumen, una excelente compra que combina calidad, diseño y practicidad a un precio razonable.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Excelente para un amante del cafe

    Reviewed in Mexico on January 21, 2025
    Esta cafetera destaca por su sólida construcción y funcionalidad. Incluye un molino ajustable que permite personalizar fácilmente la molienda según tus preferencias. Su uso es sencillo, con un adaptador que asegura que el café molido quede dentro del portafiltro sin derrames.

    El vaporizador de leche hace un trabajo decente, suficiente para la mayoría de los usuarios. Aunque existen opciones con un rendimiento superior, suelen ser significativamente más costosas. Además, incluye filtros específicos para preparar café de máquina regular y te permite elaborar espressos simples o dobles con facilidad.

    El depósito de agua tiene una capacidad de 1 litro e incluye un único filtro. Por ello, es recomendable adquirir un kit adicional de filtros para prolongar su utilidad. Algo a tener en cuenta es que la máquina desperdicia algo de agua, acumulándola en un contenedor interno que avisa cuando está lleno. Sin embargo, este depósito requiere vaciarse cada 10 o 15 espressos, lo que podría ser un pequeño inconveniente.

    Llevo un año utilizando esta cafetera y estoy muy satisfecho. Me gusta especialmente que es fácil de mantener limpia y que incluye un tamper magnético para compactar el café, lo que le da un toque elegante y funcional.

    En resumen, una excelente compra que combina calidad, diseño y practicidad a un precio razonable.
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  • Navin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product
    Reviewed in India on January 14, 2025
    Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
    This is affordable, with quick shipping, and the product is exactly as described. I purchased this for my daughter while she was staying with us in India from the USA. She uses the same company and model (but a higher version) in her house in the USA. She is totally satisfied and happy. Highly recommend!
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  • Manuel Da Conceicao
    5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good!!
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on January 4, 2025
    Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
    The machine so far is working good. Is making good coffee and looks very robust.
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  • ABHISHEK JHA
    5.0 out of 5 stars Transform Your Coffee Game: One-Month Review of the Breville Barista Express
    Reviewed in India on December 27, 2024
    Color: Black SesameVerified Purchase
    If you're considering upgrading your coffee routine, the Breville Barista Express is absolutely worth it. After one month of daily use, I can confidently say this machine delivers café-quality results right in the comfort of your home.

    Design & Build Quality:
    The build quality not only looks stunning but also feels premium and durable. It’s compact enough to fit neatly on my countertop yet substantial enough to showcase its quality. Every detail—from the pressure gauge to the built-in tamper—feels thoughtfully designed for usability.

    Ease of Use:
    This machine strikes the perfect balance between control and convenience. As someone new to making espresso at home, I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly I got the hang of it. The intuitive dials let me adjust grind size, dose, and shot volume to suit my taste. The built-in grinder is a game-changer, producing consistent grinds that make a noticeable difference in the flavor.

    Performance & Flavor:
    The espresso this machine pulls is exceptional—rich, smooth, and always topped with a gorgeous layer of crema. Whether I’m making a quick shot or crafting a latte, the results have been consistently amazing. The steam wand is powerful and precise, creating silky microfoam perfect for latte art. My morning routine has gone from ordinary to extraordinary.

    Maintenance:
    Maintenance is easy, with removable components like the drip tray and water reservoir. The machine even reminds you when it’s time for a cleaning cycle, which keeps everything running smoothly without the guesswork.

    Final Verdict:
    The Breville Barista Express has been a fantastic investment. In just one month, it has elevated my coffee experience and saved me money I used to spend at cafés. If you’re a coffee enthusiast or just looking to treat yourself, this machine is a must-have.
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  • DAN CRESSWELL
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great espresso machine with built-in grinder for the money.
    Reviewed in Canada on August 21, 2019
    Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified Purchase
    I've had this almost two years now, so I figured it was time for a proper review.

    If you don't want to read my in depth review but just my quick opinion and are in the market for a semi-automatic espresso maker (with grinder!), you can't beat this machine for the money it costs (especially here compared to a department store). It comes with a satisfactory grinder (anything better itself will cost you hundreds of dollars on its own), and an easy to use (and learn) espresso maker which makes good espresso, latte's, etc. (assuming you don't use garbage beans of course). Its been nearly two years and I've yet to have a problem and still works just as good as it did the day I got it.

    I'll start with the cons, because there aren't many and they are very minor, picky issues.

    The grinder: I find the size setting to be slightly misleading. I'd assume you could use the full range of grind sizes, but anything less than a 4 you'll have trouble pulling a shot with the proper pressure. Over time I've found I've needed to reduce the grind size more and more, but that could be to poor (lack of) regular cleaning habits because I'm lazy.

    The pressure gauge. There's an "espresso range" on it which you may think anywhere in that is OK. Its not. To get a good pull you'll need to make sure it starts around at least "12:30" and ideally about "1:00" if you treat it like a clock (pointing straight up would be 12:00). Once you get a feel for the grind and how much tamp pressure to use, you'll be able to do this with regular ease after a couple weeks of use (assuming you mainly stick with one type of espresso).

    The port-a-filter. Its not standard sized so it may be hard to replace. No big deal. Those interested in this probably have more "professional" machines anyways and aren't in the market for this.

    Now onto the good things:

    If you've never used a steam wand before, this is probably a good machine for you. Enthusiasts may say its not good or powerful enough, but its great to learn on. Its not a "double boiler" machine where you can froth milk and do the espresso at the same time, but for starter home use its great. Those double boiler machines start at 2-3 times the price of this. If you only make lattes for yourself a couple times a day (like me), its perfect. Because its doesn't use a boiler, its a little slower. That actually makes it EASIER to make perfect milk for the novice (also like me!). By the time I'm done making a latte, I've probably spent about 3 minutes. That's about 6 minutes out of my day which is quicker than waiting forever at st*rb*cks for something worse.

    The grinder: Its built in. Enough said. Clean it out once in a while and you'll be fine.

    Making espresso: You can adjust the temperature within 4 degrees of 200f (the factory setting). Adjust according to your taste and beans you are using (I'm not an expert, there's a ton and probably too much info out there on the subject). I keep mine at 202 as it brings out slightly better flavor for the standard bean I use. If you're using relatively fresh coffee beans, you shouldn't have much trouble pulling a decent shot.

    Maintenance/cleaning: its easy to use the cleaning cycle. Don't buy the cleaning tabs or descaling solutions. Buy Cafiza tabs as they will cost you a fraction of what the Breville ones cost for regular cleaning. Dezcal can be bought for descaling also with the same cost difference. The drip tray is dishwasher safe (top shelf). I put mine in about every two weeks. In between that, I give it a good rinse when the tray is full to get rid of any grime that may have built up.

    If I get 2 more years out of this, I'll be extremely happy. I've already gotten back my return on investment.
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