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In this post:
- The Difference Between Nespresso Creatista vs. Creatista Plus.
- The Difference Between Nespresso Creatista vs. Creatista Uno.
- Comparison Between Creatista Plus vs. Lattissima Pro.
- Video Reviews.
We’ve talked about the release of the most versatile single-serve from Nespresso and Breville, the Creatista Plus. This exciting release from two powerhouses in espresso machines offers a lot for the home user, without the hard work and complications that other espresso machines come with.
The Breville Nespresso Creatista PLUS comes packed with a lot of great features:
- Personalized barista-style drinks with a touch of a button.
- Designed to work with Nespresso OriginalLine espresso capsules.
- Select from 8 programmed coffee drinks like espresso, Cappuccino, Latte, Flat White and more.
- Adjustable milk temperature.
- Automatic milk frother creates professional coffee-house micro-foam froth that allows you to create latte art.
- Self-cleaning frothing wand.
- Color display screen allows you to easily program and control your Creatista PLUS machine.
Click here to learn more about the Nespresso Creatista Plus, read the customer reviews and buy it.
What Is The Difference Between the Creatista and Creatista PLUS?
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Title Nespresso Creatista Plus by Breville BNE800BSS , Silver Breville Nespresso Creatista Espresso Maker, Champagne Feature Nespresso Creatista Plus by Breville Nespresso Creatista enables you to easily create authentic top-quality Latte Art coffees at home, thanks to Nespresso's convenience and coffee expertise, combined with Breville's micro foam milk frothing technology
Multiple beverage selections (ristretto, espresso, lungo, latte, cappuccino, flat white, latte macchiato) with adjustable settings (coffee volume, milk temperature and milk texture) with 3 second heat up time
TFT LCD display: an easy and guided assistance on all preparation, setting and maintenance (cleaning, descaling etc) aspects, thanks to a high resolution display
Auto-frothing with 8 texture levels and 11 different milk temperature settings. An enhanced coffee and milk experience and the possibility to easily create an authentic top-quality latte art coffee thanks to an innovative, automatic and expert steam pipe capable of: adjustable milk temperature (11 settings, 55-76°C / 133-169°F), adjustable froth quality (8 texture levels), temperature sensing, and fast/self-cleaning. Steam wand automatically purges after each use.
Water Tank Capacity: 1.5L Removable tank and voltage is 110 to 120 Volts
2 year warranty & includes Stainless Steel Milk Jug
19 bars of pressureReviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
This beautiful Nespresso and Breville collaboration comes in two models: The Creatista and Creatista PLUS. But what’s the difference between these two?
The Creatista PLUS packs more features and customization options that the Creatisa. Also, there’s a small design difference. Let’s talk about this in details…
Design:
- The Creatista Plus has a full stainless steel body.
- The Creatista has stainless steel front panel with colored sides.
Heat-Up Time:
- Creatista Plus has a 3 second heat-up time.
- Creatista has 10 second heat-up time.
Milk Temperature Settings:
- The Creatista Plus has a great range of 11 milk temperature settings to select from.
- With the Creatista, you can choose from only 3 milk temperature settings.
Auto-Frothing:
- Creatista Plus and Creatista both have 4 textures of milk frothing.
Coffee Recipes:
- Both models can prepare different coffee drinks automatically: Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo, Cappuccino, Cafe Latte, Flat White, Latte Macchiato.
Click here to learn more about Nespresso Creatista, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Nespresso Creatista vs. Creatista Uno, What’s The Difference?
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Title Breville Nespresso Creatista Espresso Maker, Black Breville BNE500BKS1BUS1 Nespresso Creatista Uno Single Serve Espresso Machine, 12.2x6.7x16.1 (HxWxD), Black Feature Nespresso Creatista enables you to easily create authentic top-quality Latte Art coffees at home, thanks to Nespresso's convenience and coffee expertise, combined with Breville's micro foam milk frothing technology
Multiple beverage selections (ristretto, espresso, lungo, latte, cappuccino, flat white, latte macchiato) with adjustable settings (coffee volume, milk temperature and milk texture) with 3 second heat up time
TFT LCD display: an easy and guided assistance on all preparation, setting and maintenance (cleaning, descaling etc) aspects, thanks to a high resolution display
Auto-frothing with 8 texture levels and 11 different milk temperature settings. An enhanced coffee and milk experience and the possibility to easily create an authentic top-quality latte art coffee thanks to an innovative, automatic and expert steam pipe capable of: adjustable milk temperature (11 settings, 55-76°C / 133-169°F), adjustable froth quality (8 texture levels), temperature sensing, and fast/self-cleaning. Steam wand automatically purges after each use.
Water Tank Capacity: 1.5L Removable tank
2 year warranty & includes Stainless Steel Milk Jug
19 bars of pressureThe Breville Nespresso Creatista enables you to easily create authentic top-quality Latte Art coffees at home, thanks to Nespresso's convenience and coffee expertise, combined with Breville's micro foam milk frothing technology.
Multiple beverage selections (ristretto, espresso, lungo, latte, cappuccino, flat white, latte macchiato) with adjustable settings (coffee volume, milk temperature and milk texture) with 10 second heat up time
Auto-frothing with 3 texture levels and 3 different milk temperature settings. An enhanced coffee and milk experience and the possibility to easily create an authentic top-quality latte art coffee thanks to an innovative, automatic and expert steam pipe capable of: adjustable milk temperature, adjustable froth quality, temperature sensing, and fast/self-cleaning. Steam wand automatically purges after each use.
19 bars of pressure
Water Tank Capacity: 1.5L / 50 oz. removable tank. For use with Nespresso coffee capsules
2 year warranty & includes Stainless Steel Milk JugReviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
Creatista UNO is another addition to Breville’s and Nespresso’ line of Creatista machines. It is more comparable to the Creatista model than Creatista Plus, so how are they different?
Creatista Uno has the same automatic milk texturing feature that both the Creatista and Creatista Plus have. But there’s one big difference:
- The Uno model does NOT have the colored display to program your settings. Instead, you use buttons. Press the buttons multiple times to program your settings.
- Uno has 3 levels of milk texture and 3 levels of milk temperature.
- It also has 3 programmable buttons for ristretto, espresso and lungo.
It’s a great option if you want to get the same quality of drinks, but for less price. The only thing you’re giving up here is the convenience of the colored display.
Click here to learn more about Nespresso Creatista Uno, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Nespresso Creatista Plus vs. Lattissima Pro, What’s The Difference?
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Title Nespresso Creatista Plus by Breville BNE800BSS , Silver De'Longhi America EN750MB Nespresso Lattissima Pro Machine Feature Nespresso Creatista Plus by Breville Patented De'Longhi automatic cappuccino Latte Crema System
Patented Nespresso capsule system
Sensor touch display
Premium finishes and Italian design
Choose among 6 pre-programmed drinks (ristretto, espresso, lungo, cappuccino, latte, hot milk and hot water function for teaReviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
The Lattissima Pro is another Nespresso collaboration, but in this case with DeLonghi. The Lattissima Pro has some similarities to the Creatista Plus, but it isn’t nearly as powerful and versatile as the Creatisa.
Frothing:
- The Lattissima Pro has a detachable automatic milk frother. The machine will froth the milk using a whisk, pour it into the cup and brew the coffee, all automatically. The texture of the milk frothed in the Lattissima Pro doesn’t work for latte art.
- The Creatista Plus has automatic frothing wand that uses steam to froth milk. Like a professional espresso machine, this frothing wand (with the help of the sensor at the bottom of the jug) will create the perfect froth with micro-foam, with your selected texture and temperature. Then, you’ll pour the milk into the brewed coffee, and you can even get creative and create latte art.
Customization:
- In the Latttisima Pro allows you to customize the volume of your coffee in the 6 pre-programmed drink settings.
- Creatista Plus has milk temperature settings, milk froth texture settings and volume customization.
Control Panel:
- Lattissima Pro has an LED touchscreen.
- The Creatista Plus has a colored display that can be controlled with a rotating selector.
Click here to learn more about the Lattissima Pro, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Video Reviews:
Unboxing and Review of the Nespresso Creatista Plus:
How To Do Latte Art with Nespresso Creatista Plus:
How To Use Nespresso Creatista Uno:
Features of the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II:
- Heat Exchange copper steam boiler provides high heat for a hot espresso and best steaming/frothing experience.
- A newly designed, extra-long articulated steam wand.
- Water reservoir with a sensor lets you know when the water level is low.
- Touch buttons for a single shot or a double shot, both can be reprogrammed to your preferred volume.
- Commercial size 58-mm non-pressurized portafilter.
- Stainless steel housing.
- Water reservoir capacity: 2.8 liters.
- Heat exchange boiler allows you to brew and froth at the same time.
Click here to learn more about the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Features of the Breville BES920XL Dual Boiler Espresso Machine:
- Dual Stainless steel boilers and dual Italian pumps allow you to extract espresso and steam/froth milk at the same time.
- Electronic PID temperature control offers optimized water temperature.
- OPV (Over Pressure Valve) limits the extraction pressure for the perfect shot every time.
- Backlit LCD display shows you temperature, shot timer or a clock
- Two programmable buttons for single shot and double shot. Another button for manual brew.
- Pressure gauge shows you exactly when your machine is ready.
- 58mm portafilter size.
- Built-in tamper and hot water dispenser.
- Water reservoir capacity: 2.5 Liter
- Stainless steel articulated steam wand.
- Full stainless steel housing.
- Available in colors: Stainless steel, Black or Cranberry red.
What Is The Difference Between the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II vs. Breville Dual Boiler?
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Title Nuova Simonelli Oscar II Espresso Machine - Pour Over - Black Breville BES920BSXL Dual Boiler Espresso Machine, Black Sesame Feature Program single and double shot buttons for time, meaning you can tap a button and brew for exactly as long as you want!
NSF-rated for light commercial use, the heat exchange steam boiler offers ample steam for milk frothing and piping hot shots on-demand.
Standing tall at 12'' W x 14.5'' H x 16'' D, the Oscar II's stainless case and modern looks make it a showpiece in any kitchen.
A boiler pressure calibrated at 1.2 bars means dry, quick steam perfect for latte or cappuccino quality bubbles.Dual stainless steel boilers and dual Italian pumps for simultaneous espresso extraction and steaming
Over-Pressure Valve (OPV) limits extraction pressure
Electronic PID temperature control for precise water temperature
Backlit LCD displays brew temperature, shot clock or time
Includes water hardness test strip, descale alert and LCD assisted descale procedureReviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
If there’s one thing that these two espresso makers have in common is the fact that both use dual boilers, which means a boiler for espresso extraction and another for milk frothing. So, while single boiler espresso makers require that you wait a few minutes between extraction and steaming/frothing, a dual boiler machine allows you to do both at the same time.
Other than that, here are the differences:
Boilers:
- The Oscar II has copper steam boiler which offers incredible heat for steaming and frothing.
- The Breville Dual Boiler has two stainless steel boilers.
Buttons/Controls:
- On the Oscar II, you’ll find two buttons for a single and double shot. These buttons can be reprogrammed to your desired volumes. However, there’s no option for a manual shot. Also, there’s no LCD display for any additional information.
- The Breville Dual Boiler has three buttons, a single shot, double shots and a manual shot button. The single and double shot buttons can be reprogrammed. You’ll find an LCD display that displays the temperature, shot timer as well as a clock when not in use. There’s also a gauge on the front panel that shows you the level of the steam pressure and when the machine is ready to use.
The Steam Wand:
- The most notable thing about the Oscar II its extra long steam wand. It is extremely powerful and gives great milk texture in less time.
- The steam wand on the Breville Dual Boiler is the standard length.
Water Reservoir:
- The Oscar II has a 2.8L water reservoir with a sensor that notifies you when the water level is low.
- The Breville Dual Boiler has 2.5L water reservoir and a front facing window where you can see the level of the water.
Other Features:
- The Breville has a built-in tamper as well as a dedicated hot water dispenser. Both of which the Oscar II doesn’t have.
Housing:
- The Oscar II housing has stainless steel sides and front, while the top and back are plastic.
- The Breville Dual Boiler has a full stainless steel body and plastic top.
Which One Should You Buy?
It’s a tough call between these two, however, we do like the Breville Dual Boiler more than the Oscar II for these reasons:
- If you need to manually extract espresso, then only Breville’s Dual Boiler can offer you this.
- Also, if you need a bit of guidance, you’ll like that the Breville Dual Boiler has a pressure gauge, LCD display as well as light indicators. It also has a timer which can pre-heat your machine for you.
- The Breville Dual Boiler has self-cleaning cycle which is quite helpful when it’s time to clean the machine.
- You get a built-in tamper and a hot water dispenser as well as a razor dosing tool for precise dosing.
The one thing we find the Oscar II is better at than the Breville Dual Boiler is the steam wand. On the Oscar II, the steam is definitely more powerful and will give you the perfect texturized milk in no time.
Watch The Machines in Action:
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Review of the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II:
When comparing the Breville Milk Frother to other frothers on the market, it’s is the most high end, even compared to Nespresso’s Aeroccino. And that is reflected in its price, it is the most expensive among them.
So you wonder, is the Breville Milk Frother worth the extra money, if yes, then why?
Here are out top reasons why the Breville Milk Frother is worth every penny…
- While other electric frothers have the options of hot froth or cold froth, Breville’s frother gives you the extra option to set the temperature you want. You can go from Warm, 120F, 140F or 160F. You can also do a cold stir for cold drinks.
- It uses induction heating, which is the secret to its percise temperature and consistency. It is also quicker to heat up.
- Unlike the other frothers, the interior of Breville’s milk frother jug is stainless steel, and not non-stick coated steel which could peel after a while.
- With the Breville frother, you can make hot chocolate by adding your chocolate mix or shavings into the frother as its warming and frothing the milk, giving you a much richer drink.
- It has a large capacity, up to 16 oz when frother for latte or cappuccino and up to 25 oz for hot chocolate.
Click here to learn more about Breville Milk Cafe Frother, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Watch How It Works:
Breville Milk Cafe Demo:
Drink Recipes Made with Breville Milk Cafe:
Common Questions About the Breville Milk Frother:
– What’s Included with the Breville Milk Frother?
You get the frother, 2 frothing discs with onboard storage, a lid with a measuring cup.
– Can It Be Use To Heat Milk Without Frother?
Yes, it can heat milk only.
– Can I Use The Breville Milk Frother For Iced Drinks?
Yes, simply choose the the cold stir option which will lightly froth your milk without heating it.
– What Is The Best Milk To Froth with The Breville Frother?
With any frother, the rule is, the less fat in the milk the better froth you’ll get. So skimmed, 2% will get you the best froth, full-fat milk works great too. Then we have the alternatives, Soy works, but doesn’t give the best froth, while Almond milk should work better.
– What Are The Frother Discs Made of ?
They’re made of BPA-free plastic.
Click here to learn more about Breville Milk Cafe Frother, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Breville’s Barista Express espresso machine has been one of the best selling espresso maker through our website for a while. In this post, we’ll give our thoughts on the machine, why it’s worth your money and if you should buy it or not.
In this post:
- What Is The Barista Express
- Comparison Between Barista Express Models
- Is The Barista Express Worth The Money?
- Should You Buy the Barista Express?
What Is The Breville Barista Express and How Does It Work?
The Barista Express is a semi-automatic espresso machine that has an integrated conical burr grinder. The grinder grinds only the amount of coffee you need right into the portafilter, so your coffee is extracted only seconds after grinding, giving you a truly aromatic shot of espresso.
The Barista Express has the ability to work automatically with pre-set shot volumes, as well as manually. All pre-sets can be reprogrammed to your preference.
The grinder on the Barista Express has a dial where you can adjust your grind and a Grind Amount dial dose the amount of grind to suit the grind size.
Other Features of the Barista Express:
- 1600 watts thermocoil heating system.
- Electronic water temperature control for temperature stability.
- Purge function automatically adjusts water temperature after steam use for the best results.
- Pre-infusion function applies low pressure water to coffee ground at the start to allow for an even espresso extraction.
- Portafilter includes stainless steel baskets for a single or double shot.
- Removable 67 oz water reservoir.
- Hands-free cradle holds the portafilter when grinding directly into it.
- Bean hopper capacity: Half a pound.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Barista Express, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Included Accessories:
- Breville’s patented Razor dose trimming tool
- 54mm stainless steel portafilter.
- single shot basket (1 cup and 2 cup)
- Double shot basket (1 cup and 2 cup)
- Coffee scoop and tamper.
- Stainless steel frothing jug.
- Cleaning tablets, cleaning brush.
- Water filter and water filter holder.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Barista Express, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Comparisons Between Models of the Breville Barista Express:
The Barista Express is available under two model names: BES870XL and BES860XL. It is also available under variations BES870CBXL and BES870BSXL. Wondering what’s the difference between them?
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Title Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine Breville BES860XL Barista Express Espresso Machine with Grinder Feature 15 Bar Italian Pump and 1600W Thermo coil heating system
Purge Function: Automatically adjusts water temperature after steam for optimal espresso extraction temperature
Stainless steel conical burr grinder with 1/2 lb. sealed bean hopper
67 fl.oz (2L) removable water tank with handle
Newer model of the Breville BES860XL Barista ExpressStainless steel conical burr grinder with ½lb bean hopper
15 bar Italian pump
1450W stainless steel thermocoil heating system
Adjustable grind size and grind amount settings
Preset, manual over-ride or re-programmable shot volumesReviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
We’ve done full comparisons between all these models in previous posts, which you can read by clicking here. But here’s a quick recap:
- The BES860XL is an older version, therefor slightly less expensive, where the BES870XL is the latest version of the Barista Express.
- The BES870XL has more power, 1600 watts compared to BES860XL’s 1450 watts.
- It has a redesigned bean hopper.
- The BES870XL has a hot water dispenser and it has an auto-off option that the BES860XL lacks.
- Lastly, the BES870XL gives you better control of coffee and water temperature.
As for the names BES870CBXL and BES870BSXL, these simply refer to the colors the BES870XL available in. The added CB refers to Cranberry, which is the deep red version and the BS refers to Black Sesame which is the Black version. The Barista Express BES860XL is only available in Stainless Steel.
Is The Barista Express Worth the Money?
As the Barista Express is at a range of $500 to $600, some might wonder if it’s worth your price.
If you’re keen on creating a coffee bar at your home that will last you a long time, you’ll have to buy:
- a high quality, nicely built espresso maker.
- a high quality conical burr grinder.
- All necessary accessories like a frothing jug, tamper and more.
If you do the math, you’ll find that the Barista Express is a cost-efficient purchase that includes everything you need in one unit.
The Barista Express is made of high-quality parts, stainless steel housing that is easy to maintain and clean, and it has storage within it for all its accessories like portafilter, cleaning tools and such. So for what’s included with the machine, as well as the machine itself, it is absolutely worth the price.
Who Should Buy The Barista Express?
This machine is perfect for beginners as well as intermediate at-home baristas. For a beginner, it could be tricky to use at first, but it’s a great learning tool and you should be able to get it right in no time. And there’s always the automatic option where the machine can do it for you if you can’t.
While some might advice beginners to start with a small and easy to use espresso maker, we advice against this. It’s better that you pay more for something that will last you for a long time than spend less money on a machine that you will outgrow soon enough. So why not invest in a proper espresso maker that you won’t get bored of or have to replace soon after.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Barista Express, read the customer reviews and buy it.
The Saeco Via Venezia is a compact and easy to use manual espresso machine that is also affordable in price. This always makes it a great beginner’s choice, but is it the best? In this post, we’ll be comparing the Via Venezia to other popular manual espresso makers to help you with your decision. This will include comparisons to Breville’s Cafe Roma ESP8XL and Gaggia Classic 14101.
First, let’s start by looking at the features of each machine…
Features of Philips Saeco Via Venezia:
- Espresso machine with 15 bar of pump pressure.
- Pressurized portafilter always ensures you have the best coffee extraction.
- Includes a filter for using e.s.e pods.
- Two control panel buttons for extraction and steaming.
- Steam wand for milk frothing.
- Cup warming plate on the top surface of the machine holds up to 6 espresso cups.
- 68 oz removable water tank.
Click here to learn more about the Saeco Via Venezia, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Features of Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma:
- 15 bar espresso machine.
- Full stainless steel commercial grade housing.
- 68 oz removable water tank.
- Steam wand for milk frothing.
- Easy to use dial control.
- Dual-filter portafilter for the perfect crema.
- Cup warming plate.
- Includes a set of stainless steel espresso cups and a frothing jug.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Cafe Roma, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Features of the Gaggia Classic 14101:
- espresso maker with 17 1/2 bar of pump pressure.
- 72 oz removable water tank.
- Steam wand also doubles as a hot water dispenser.
- Stainless steel housing.
- Brass portafilter and grouphead ensure temperature stability for the best shot extraction.
- Includes a single and double shot basket filter, tamper and measuring scoop.
Click here to learn more about the Gaggia Classic 14101, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Saeco Via Venezia vs. Breville Cafe Roma vs. Gaggia Classic, What Is The Difference?
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Title Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma Stainless Espresso Maker Gaggia 14101 Classic Espresso Machine, Brushed Stainless Steel Philips Saeco RI9366/47 Via Venezia Espresso Machine, Black Feature Stainless-steel espresso machine with 15-bar Thermoblock pump
Dual-wall filter system for excellent crema; froth enhancer; cup-warming plate
Large, easy-fill 1-2/7-quart water tank; external water window indicates when tank is low
Removable drip tray and grid; stainless-steel espresso cup set and frothing jug included
Measures 9 by 9 by 12 inches; 1-year limited warrantyCoffee/espresso machine with 72-ounce removable water reservoir
Stainless-steel housing; brass portafilters and grouphead for temperature stability
17-1/2-bar pump with high-voltage boiler; hot-water dispenser; frothing wand
Single- and double-shot stainless-steel filter basket, tamper, and measuring scoop included
Measures 14-1/4 by 8 by 9-1/2 inchesEasy reading control lights show when the machine id "ready to brew" and "ready to steam"
The patented filter holder ensures a great extraction of espresso by pressurizing the brewing chamber, thereby creating the perfect espresso-brewing element
A pod adaptor and special filter basket fits into the portafilter, enabling it to handle single serve prepackaged shots (pods)
Steam Wand with Pannarello Attachment: Used to manually froth milk for cappuccinos and lattes; Also produces hot water for tea
Removable 68-ounce water tank for easy cleaning and refilling.Reviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info More Info
Pump Pressure:
- The Gaggia Classic has the highest pump pressure at 17 1/2 bars.
- The Via Venezia and Cafe Roma are both 15 bars.
Housing:
- The Gaggia Classic and Breville Cafe Roma have commercial-grade stainless steel housing.
- The Via Venezia has plastic housing.
The Portafilter:
- The Gaggia Classic has brass portafilter and grouphead, offering the best temperature stability when it comes to espresso extraction. This is the best one of all machines.
- Next is Breville’s Cafe Roma, which is stainless steel with dual filter for creating excellent crema.
- Via Venezia’s portafilter is pressurized, which helps create a great extraction especially for a beginner but can be quite messy after use.
Included Accessories:
- The Breville Cafe Roma has the best set of accessories included: a set of 2 stainless steel espresso cups and a stainless steel milk frothing jug.
- The Gaggia Classic includes a measuring scoop and a tamper.
- The Via Venezia includes a measuring scoop only.
Which Of These Espresso Makers Is Best To Buy?
- Our first recommendation will be, hands down, the Gaggia Classic. It is truly a classic machine, built to last. It’s got the best portafilter, durable housing and like all Gaggia machines, it is made in Italy. So you can expect nothing but quality here. As it’s a manual machine, as a beginner, you’ll need some practice before you can make your drinks perfectly. But once you got the hang of it, you’ll be all set to make your favorite coffee drinks like a true barista.
- Next, we’ll recommend the Breville Cafe Roma. It has a beautiful classic design, durable stainless steel housing and it includes everything you need to get started.
- We recommend the Saeco Via Venezia last not because it’s a bad espresso maker, but we do believe that it is high in price for what it has to offer. The Cafe Roma by Breville is nearly half in price and can offer you double in value thanks to its high quality housing and included accessories.
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Pulling the perfect shot of espresso at home can be an intimidating thing, especially if you’re just starting out. But like everything else in life, practice makes perfect, and you can certainly turn into a home barista in no time!
Espresso makers range from small, easy to use machines, to complicated machines that can be hard to control. As a beginner, you’ll want just the right machine to practice on. In our opinion, here’s what makes the best beginner’s espresso machine:
- A quality espresso maker that is easy to use, but has enough features for you to develop your skills.
- A durable machine that will last you for a long time
- A machine that you won’t find dispensable even after you’ve developed your espresso making skills.
A beginner’s espresso maker isn’t necessarily the cheapest, many people fall into the trap of buying a cheap espresso maker to learn with and then find themselves in the need of a new one shortly after. That is definitely a waste of money. There are a number of affordable yet durable espresso machines that you can learn on and keep for the long run.
Best Espresso Machines For Beginners:
DeLonghi Dedica EC680 Espresso Machine:
Why we like it – Simple to use, compact in size:
- It has automatic as well as manual flow, which means you can either use the pre-set shots or create your own. The machine will remember your last shot preference.
- It’s very compact in size, it will not take much counter space.
- A swivel steam frother will allow you to practice your milk frothing and try your latte art skills.
- Thermoblock technology allows the machine to heat up in less than 40 seconds.
- Beautiful Italian design. Stainless steel exterior.
Read our full review on the DeLonghi Dedica here.
Breville BES840XL The Infuser Espresso Machine:
Why we like it – it’s almost impossible to pull a bad espresso shot with The Infuser:
- It has a mixture of automatic and manual functions. Use either one to create your espresso shots.
- Pre-fusion function makes sure the coffee ground is saturated with low pressure water before brewing. This ensures a great shot every time.
- Auto-purse function automatically adjusts water pressure for you after steam use for the best espresso extraction temperature.
- The steam gauge on the front panel guides you on when and what task the machine is ready to perform.
- Also features a hot water dispenser, perfect for Americano or any other beverage preparation.
Read our full review on Breville The Infuser here.
DeLonghi EC702 Espresso Machine:
Why we like it:
- Simple to use, with manual operation.
- Quick start-up.
- A more affordable option, if you’re on a budget.
- Stainless steel exterior makes it a durable machine to have.
Click here to read our review of the DeLonghi EC702
DeLonghi Dedica vs. Breville Infuser:
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| Title | De'Longhi EC680 Dedica 15-Bar Pump Espresso Machine | Breville BES840XL the Infuser Espresso Machine |
| Feature | Sleek Design provides outstanding espresso while only taking up 6 Inch of space Thermo block technology allows the machine to heat up to the ideal temperature in a quick 40 seconds Cappuccino Frothing system provides Barista quality foam Automatic Flow Stop Stainless Steel Construction | Pre-infusion function applies low water pressure at the start of the extraction to gently expand grinds for an even extraction 1600w thermocoil heating system with integrated stainless steel water coil accurately controls water temperature Auto purge function automatically adjusts water temperature after steam for optimal espresso extraction temperature 15 bar Italian pump provides complete volumetric control - preset, manual over-ride or re-programmable volumes Accessories: single & dual wall filter baskets, coffee scoop, stainless steel jug, cleaning disc & tablets, cleaning tool, water filter with holder. |
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We listed both these espresso makers as a great choice for beginners, however, the Breville Infuser actually has way more features than the Dedica, that it will still make a suitable machine even when your skills have evolved.
- The Breville Infuser is bigger in size, therefore has a larger water reservoir. It has a PID technology that regulates the temperature, so you can expect more consistent results. It has a gauge that allows you to easily monitor the pressure of the machine so you know when to extract your espresso or steam your milk. And one of the greatest features of the Infuser is its pre-infusion which saturates the coffee ground before extraction, which ensures an evenly extracted coffee.
- The Dedica’s biggest feature is its small size. With only 6″ width, it’s a great choice for anyone with little counter-space to spare. It has 1300 Watts power, which is less than the Breville’s Infuser 1600 Watts, but it’s a great wattage for its size. Dedica’s portafilter is 51mm, which is smaller than Breville’s 54mm portafilter.
So, overall, you’ll pretty much be able to do the same using both espresso makers. But the Breville Infuser regulates heat better, pre-infuses coffee ground which results in better tasting coffee and with its auto-purge function that brings down the temperature of the boiler after using the steamer to ensure your espresso is extracted at an optimal temperature.
DeLonghi Dedica vs. Gaggia Classic, Which One To Choose?
The Gaggia Classic isn’t necessarily a beginner’s espresso maker, but if you have the patience, you’ll enjoy using and developing your barista skills using it. How does it compare to the DeLonghi Dedica though..
- It is 17 1/2 pressure bar, stronger than the Dedica’s 15 bars.
- It is fully manual, so you’ll have to know when to start and stop pulling your shot.
- It has a generous 72-oz water reservoir and a hot water dispenser.
The biggest difference here is that the Gaggia Classic is a manual machine with no programmability at all. This is important to keep in mind, as it will take a lot of practice until you’re able to produce a great shot of espresso.
Click here to learn more about the Gaggia Classic, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Further Reads:
- Should You Buy DeLonghi EC702 or DeLonghi EC680?
- Comparison Between Breville The Infuser BES840XL vs. 800ESXL
- Comparison between Cuisinart EM-100 and DeLonghi EC702
Watch How They Work:
DeLonghi Dedica Review:
Review of the Breville Infuser:
If you’ve browsed our site long enough, you’ll know we’re big fan of the Breville Barista Express. We’ve compared it to its little sister, the Infuser, we’ve also compared it to the Gaggia Classic. This time, we’ll be comparing in to another classic espresso machine, the Rancilio Silvia. But before we do that, visit the following pages for information on each espresso machine:
Breville Barista Express vs. Rancilio Silvia, What’s The Difference?
To be fair, we must say that the two machines fall under two different categories:
- The Barista Express is a semi-automatic that features a built-in conical burr grinder for a great bean to cup experience.
- The Silvia is a traditional manual espresso maker with classic commercial design, with NO built-in grinder.
But let’s dig deep in each machine’s feature to see which has the qualities you’re looking for:
Whether you’re just starting your at home coffee experience, or you’re already experienced in the coffee making, you’ll love the following features of the Barista Express:
- The built-in grinder automatically doses and grinds the exact amount you need for the perfect shot of espresso.
- A cradle holds the portafilter for you, for hands-free grinding.
- a steam gauge shows you exactly when your machine is ready for steam or extraction.
- The machine is fully pre-set for the perfect espresso extraction, but you can override all presets and create your own.
- a dedicated hot water dispenser perfect for making tea, soup or basically anything that requires hot water, right away.
With the Barista Express, you’re ready to extract a delicious and aromatic shot of espresso out of the box! The machine makes sure all setting are set in a way that you’ll make great coffee every time. And as you start to learn the difference between settings, you have complete freedom to change them and tweak them as you like. It also comes with everything you need included: filters for a single or double shot, coffee scoop, stainless steel frothing jug and cleaning discs.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Barista Express, read the customer reviews and buy it.
The Rancilio Silvia, on the other hand, is suited for an advanced user. It has incredible Italian craftsmanship all over it, sleek and classic…
- You’ll notice it features a lot of switches, everything in the machine is operated manually.
- You’ll need to start and end your shot manually.
- Since there’s no steam gauge, you’ll also have to know when to switch between extraction and frothing.
- Included with the machine: filters, coffee scoop and tamper.
In our opinion, the Silvia requires a lot of knowledge to start with. If you’re new at this, you’ll need to expect a few bad shots until you finally perfect it. And since a great espresso shot starts with great coffee ground, you’ll need a top notch conical burr grinder, which should add $100 to $200 to your budget. Also, you’ll need to get your own frothing jug, but since those don’t cost over $10, it’s nothing to worry about.
Click here to learn more about the Rancilio Silvia, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Which Is Best To Buy?
We highly believe that the Barista Express holds a lot value for the money than the Rancilio Silvia. It is less expensive than the Silvia, yet it packs everything you need for your at-home coffee experience: the espresso maker, the grinder and the accessories. It is also easier to use, gives you the freedom to program it as you like, or let it work automatically. For that, the Barista Express is an easy winner.
Watch the Breville Barista Express In Action:
Making Cappuccino with the Barista Express:
How To Use the Barista Express:
The Breville Die-Cast 800ESXL might look like the BES840XL Infuser, also by Breville, but many features differentiate them from each other. In this post, we’ll be looking at these feature differences to help you decide which espresso maker is the best choice for you.
Breville 800ESXL vs. BES840XL – The Difference:
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| Feature | Espresso machine with ThermoBlock heating system and 15-bar Triple Prime pump Durable stainless-steel housing; selector dial for espresso, steam, or hot water 4-1/2-inch cup clearance; swivel steam wand with frother; 75-ounce removable water tank Filters, tamping tool, cleaning tool, and stainless-steel frothing pitcher included Measures 12 by 10 by 12-1/2 inches; 1-year warranty 15 Bar Italian Pump 75 Fl.oz (2.2L) removable front-fill water tank Purge Function: Automatically adjusts water temperature after steam for optimal espresso extraction temperature The Triple Prime Pump releases 3 bursts of hot water to moisten the ground coffee resulting in greater build-up to extract the fullest flavor Thermoblock Heating System | Pre-infusion function applies low water pressure at the start of the extraction to gently expand grinds for an even extraction 1600w thermocoil heating system with integrated stainless steel water coil accurately controls water temperature Auto purge function automatically adjusts water temperature after steam for optimal espresso extraction temperature 15 bar Italian pump provides complete volumetric control - preset, manual over-ride or re-programmable volumes Accessories: single & dual wall filter baskets, coffee scoop, stainless steel jug, cleaning disc & tablets, cleaning tool, water filter with holder. |
| Title | Breville 800ESXL 15-Bar Triple-Priming Die-Cast Espresso Machine | Breville BES840XL the Infuser Espresso Machine |
| Height | 13 inch | 13.25 inch |
| Weight | 26 pound | 17 pound |
| Width | 16 inch | 12.5 inch |
| Length | 15 inch | 10.25 inch |
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Both machines have the following features:
- 15 bar Italian pump
- Auto-purge function which automatically adjusts temperature for espresso extraction and steaming to avoid burning of espresso or milk.
- Pre-infusion function to apply low water pressure at the start of espresso extraction to expand the beans for an even extraction.
The Differences:
The Breville BES840XL has more advanced features that the 800ESXL lacks:
- Boiler: The Infuser BES840XL uses a 1600w thermocoil heating system that runs water through heated coil for better temperature control, on demand. The 800ESXL has a Thermoblock boiler.
- The BES840XL has a Volumetric control feature that allows you to control the shot volume manually. It also has reprogrammable pre-sets. It also has a dedicated hot water dispenser.
- Controls: The BES840XL has illuminated button controls while the 800ESXL uses a dial knob.
- The BES840XL features a built-in tamper. The 800ESXL includes a standard tamper (not built-in).
- Dry Puck feature: The BES840XL has this feature which removes excess water from ground coffee for easy disposal.
- The BES840XL also features an Espresso Pressure Gauge which shows you if the espresso is being over or under extracted with a glace.
- Water tank capacity: the BES840XL has a smaller 61 oz water tank vs 75 oz for the 800ESXL, which also has a outside window for monitoring water level.
Click here to learn more about the Breville BES840XL, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Click here to learn more about the Breville 800ESXL, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Which Is Best To Buy? The Breville Infuser BES840XL or 800ESXL?
Compared to the 800ESXL, the BES840XL Infuser is an advanced espresso maker for anyone looking for semi-automatic options. You get some automatic pre-sets and have the ability to re-program them, and you also get to manually set the volume of your shots. Overall, it is a better machine than the 800ESXL, however, if your budget doesn’t allow you to upgrade to The Infuser, you’ll be as happy with the 800ESXL, if you’re okay with letting go of some features.
As a popular beginner’s espresso maker, the DeLonghi EC702 is often compared to many espresso machines from other brands. In this post, we’ll be looking at a comparison between it and the Breville Cafe Roma, which we’ve already compared to another espresso maker, the Saeco Poemia. These comparisons should give you enough information to decide between these great entry-level machines with affordable prices.
What Is The Difference Between: DeLonghi EC702 vs. Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma:
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Feature Stainless-steel espresso machine with 15-bar Thermoblock pump
Dual-wall filter system for excellent crema; froth enhancer; cup-warming plate
Large, easy-fill 1-2/7-quart water tank; external water window indicates when tank is low
Removable drip tray and grid; stainless-steel espresso cup set and frothing jug included
Measures 9 by 9 by 12 inches; 1-year limited warrantyDeLonghi Pump Espresso Maker
Stainless Steel construction for long lasting durability
Patented cappuccino frother
15 bar pump pressure for most authentic flavor
Quick and easy to useTitle Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma Stainless Espresso Maker DeLonghi EC702 15-Bar-Pump Espresso Maker with Espresso Tamper, Frothing Pitcher, Two 3 oz Ceramic Tiara Espresso Cups and Saucers, and Handheld Milk Frother Reviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
Design:
- Both the DeLonghi EC702 and Breville Cafe Roma feature stainless steel and plastic exteriors, but the Cafe Roma does have more stainless steel than the EC702.
- Size wise, the Breville Cafe Roma is smaller in size at 9 by 9 by 12 inches vs. 11.25″ x 8.19″ x 12.5 for the EC702.
- Control Panel: The Cafe Roma uses a classic dial knob while the DeLonghi EC702 uses push buttons.
Features:
- Both machines use 15 bar pump pressure to extract espresso.
- Both have almost the same water tank capacity at around 40 to 44 ounces.
- Both feature enhanced milk frothers for better milk textures.
Included Accessories:
- The Breville Cafe Roma includes a set of 2 stainless steel espresso cups and a frothing jug.
- The DeLonghi EC702 does not include any extra accessories with it.
Click here to learn more about the Breville Cafe Roma, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Click here to learn more about the DeLonghi EC702, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Which Is Best To Buy? The Breville Cafe Roma or DeLonghi EC702?
Performance wise, you should expect the same results. Both machines have nearly the same capacity in water reservoirs and they do operate the same way. Check the prices on each machine and find the best one for your budget.
Breville’s Dual Boiler espresso machines are the higher end of it’s home use espresso machines that allow you to create delicious espresso drinks quickly and easily, in a semi-automatic operation that gives you freedom to customize your drink as you like. So far, there are three models in this line: The BES900XL, BES920XL and BES980XL which we’ll be comparing in this post.
What Is a Dual Espresso Machine?
Just like its name suggest, it’s a machine that has two boilers working simultaneously so it allows you to extract espresso and steam milk at the same time, without any wait time.
Let’s start with the features of each machine:
The Breville BES900XL Dual Boiler Espresso Machine:
- Dual stainless steel boilers.
- OPV (Over Pressure Valve) regulates extraction pressure.
- Electronic PID temperature control which gives you precise water temperature and maintains thermal stability.
- Pre-set and re-programmable shot volume and temperature.
- Pressure gauge, LED screen displays brew temperature, shot timer or clock.
- Built-in 58 mm tamper, hot water dispenser, swivel stainless steel frothing wand.
- Front water tank window for easy monitoring.
- 2.5L water tank capacity.
- Wattage: 1700
Click here to learn more about this machine, read the customer reviews and buy it.
The Breville BES920XL Dual Boiler Espresso Machine:
The BES920XL is identical to the BES900XL as its an upgraded version of it. It has all the features mentioned above plus a few extra features:
- Descale feature for quick and easy at home machine cleaning and maintenance.
- Adjustable steam boiler temperature control: this allows for better milk texturing and steaming.
- Shot duration control: you can control the exact time of the shot extraction by dialing in the time.
- Razor Dose trimming tool: this patented accessory trims your coffee dose to perfect precision for the best espresso shot extraction.
The BES920XL is not a lot higher in price than the BES900XL, and it’s certainly worth the price difference.
Click here to learn more about this machine, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Breville BES980XL the Oracle Dual Boiler Espresso Machine:
Now this model is on an entirely different level from the two previous models. It’s quite superior and packed with new amazing features:
- The world’s first automatic manual espresso machine: the best of both worlds, it allows you to manually customize your drinks then automates the process.
- Hands-free automatic grinding thanks to the integrated conical burr grinder and built-in cradle.
- Automatic milk texturing textures milk to your selected temperature and settings.
- One touch Americano features: automatically extracts two shots of espresso and adds hot water through the hot water dispenser, right into the cup without any action required from you.
Technical Specs:
- Dual stainless steel boilers with patented triple heating system.
- OPV: Over Pressure Vavle limits the maximum extraction pressure to prevent creating bitter shots.
- Automatic on/off options to pre-heat machine at set time or shut it off.
- Wattage: 1800
- Dedicated hot water dispenser for Americanos and cup pre-heating.
- Programmable shot temperature from 190°-205°F. Can be displayed in Celsius too.
- LED display screen.
- Swivel milk frothing steam.
- Descale feature
- Steam pressure control
Click here to learn more about the Oracle espresso machine, read the customer reviews and buy it.
What Is The Difference Between The BES900XL vs. BES980XL?
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The Oracle espresso machine is far more powerful than the Dual Boiler BES900XL. Its automatic function are absolutely new to the world of manual espresso makers, making it the first Automatic Manual espresso maker in the WORLD. However, those amazing features come with the high tag price. The price difference between the Oracle and Dual Boiler is around a $1000, so you’ve got to have a good budget for such a high-end machine.
Should I Go With the Breville BES900XL or BES920XL?
Image Title Breville BES920BSXL Dual Boiler Espresso Machine, Black Sesame Breville BES900XL Dual Boiler Semi Automatic Espresso Machine Feature Dual stainless steel boilers and dual Italian pumps for simultaneous espresso extraction and steaming
Over-Pressure Valve (OPV) limits extraction pressure
Electronic PID temperature control for precise water temperature
Backlit LCD displays brew temperature, shot clock or time
Includes water hardness test strip, descale alert and LCD assisted descale procedureDual stainless steel boilers and dual Italian pumps for simultaneous espresso extraction and steaming
Over-Pressure Valve (OPV) limits extraction pressure
Electronic PID temperature control for precise water temperature, plus actively heated group head and heat exchanger (HX) to maintain thermal stability
Backlit LCD displays brew temperature, shot clock or time. Assists with programming shot temperature and volume, pre-infusion duration and power, and auto-start time
Drop-down swivel foot lowers a wheel that lifts the machine upwards for convenient access to the water tank (both rear and top-fill)Reviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
talk about more similar and a fair comparison…. which of the original Dual Boiler machines should you buy? The obvious choice is the BES920XL, since it has a number of great added features. I think the extra $100 is totally worth it.
Are There Any Other Breville Espresso Machines I Should Consider?
Absolutely! Breville makes excellent espresso machines and makes sure to consider people with different needs and budgets…
If you’ve got a budget under $1000 and can’t afford the machines above. We HIGHLY recommend the Barista Express which has been quite popular on our site. We have two details posts regarding this machine that you can check out:
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