It's quick to heat up, comes in a compact package, pulls great espresso shots, and has an automatic steam wand with three temperature and foam options that create microfoam silky enough for latte art.
Instead of a traditional boiler, the Bambino Plus uses a ThermoJet heating system that reaches brewing temperatures in just three seconds. It also has a PID, ensuring it operates at exactly 200ºF every time.
Community members frequently recommend the Breville Bambino Plus as the go-to espresso machine for beginners and intermediate users who want quality without complexity.
Five consecutive years as Serious Eats' top espresso pick, endorsed by WIRED and the community alike, the Bambino Plus is the espresso machine that most people should buy first and may never need to replace.
The Fellow Aiden sets a new benchmark for drip coffee, delivering cafe-quality results with a single button press. Infinitely programmable for enthusiasts, yet simple enough for anyone.
The Barista Express Impress bundles a grinder, intelligent dosing system, and tamping arm into one machine, making it the easiest all-in-one path to great espresso. A smiley face tells you when your dose is correct.
The OXO Brew 9-Cup hits every mark for a great drip machine: SCA-certified brewing temperature, excellent showerhead coverage, thermal carafe, and programmable timer. Intuitive enough to use without reading the manual.
The De'Longhi Rivelia learns your drink preferences by time of day and serves up 16 automatic drinks with interchangeable bean hoppers. It scored 95/100 in Good Housekeeping testing and is the top automatic pick from both WIRED and Good Housekeeping.