Espresso machines
Home espresso machines, from automatic beginner models to manual machines for tinkerers.
The best espresso machine, according to professional reviewers, is the Breville Bambino Plus: critic score 87 out of 100 from 7 reviews, 6 of them positive. Critics praise its milk steaming and easy to use. The most common complaint is grinder.
Breville Bambino Plus
The Bambino Plus heats up in seconds and steams milk automatically, and critics say it makes better espresso than anything else its size. 6 of 7 reviewers who tested it recommend it, though you will need a separate grinder.
The catch: No grinder, and the price has gone up.
5 of these 7 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text and corrected for the known tendency of estimates to run high.
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How do they compare?
| Product | Score | Reviews | Agreement | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breville Bambino Plus | 87 | 7 | Medium | Best for beginners |
| Breville Barista Express | 84 | 5 | Medium | With a built-in grinder |
| Gaggia Classic Evo Pro | 78 | 6 | Low | For tinkerers |
Not scored yet
We publish a score only once at least 5 professional reviews of the exact model exist.
- Breville Barista Express Impress · 4 of 5 reviews needed
- Rancilio Silvia · 3 of 5 reviews needed
Common questions
What is the best espresso machine?
The Breville Bambino Plus, with a critic score of 87 from 7 professional reviews. Critics praise its milk steaming and easy to use. The most common complaint is grinder.
Breville Bambino Plus vs Breville Barista Express: which is better?
Critics score the Breville Bambino Plus 87 and the Breville Barista Express 84. We list the Breville Barista Express under “With a built-in grinder”. Its main drawback: a learning curve, and a basic grinder.
Which espresso machines do critics disagree on?
The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro (scores from 53 to 90).