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Breville Bambino

$299

Beginners who want real espresso in a tiny footprint

Type Semi-Automatic
Boiler Thermocoil
Pressure 15 bar
Grinder None (BYO)
Steam Commercial Wand
PID No
Pre-Infusion Yes
Tank 1.4L
  • ThermoJet 3-second heat-up
  • 54mm portafilter with 18g dose
  • Low pressure pre-infusion to 9-bar extraction
  • Ultra-compact 6.3-inch width

The fastest path from zero to real espresso without spending a fortune — 3-second heat-up and pre-infusion do more work than you'd expect at this price. The trade-off is that it has no grinder, so you'll need to budget another $100–200 for a decent burr grinder or you're leaving most of its potential on the table. At 6.3 inches wide, it's legitimately tiny, which makes it a standout if counter space is your biggest constraint.

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6.3 x 13.5 x 12.0" · 10.8 lbs
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