Breville Infuser BES840XL
Breville espresso machine · $599 · premium tier
Overview
The Breville Infuser predates the Bambino Plus and Barista Touch in the Breville lineup, but it remains a strong pick for users who want PID and a manual steam wand without an integrated grinder. Its low-pressure preinfusion ramp is more pronounced than the auto-machines in the family, which favors slightly lighter roasts that benefit from a gentler bloom.
What separates it from the Bambino is the manual steam wand and full programmability. Where Bambino automates milk for ease, the Infuser hands the wand back to the user — closer to the workflow you’d get on a Gaggia Classic Pro but with PID stability and programmable shot volumes layered on top.
It’s an older model in the Breville lineup, so resale and parts availability are weaker than the current Barista Pro/Touch generation. Buy it new if you want manual steam plus PID at this price; for resale value over time, the Barista Pro is the safer pick.
Pros
- Low-pressure preinfusion that ramps gently to 9 bar
- PID temperature control at a sub-$700 price point
- Manual steam wand encourages skill development versus auto-frothers
- Volumetric dosing presets are programmable per shot
Cons
- Older model — newer Breville Touch and Bambino lines surpass it on warm-up time
- 54mm portafilter limits aftermarket basket compatibility
- Thermocoil takes longer to recover than newer Thermojet equivalents
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Type | espresso machine |
| Price (USD) | $599 |
| Price tier | premium |
| boiler type | Thermocoil |
| pid | true |
| bar pressure | 9 |
| group head | 54mm |
| water tank l | 1.8 |
| preinfusion | true |
| manual steam wand | true |
Best for
- espresso shots
- latte
- cappuccino
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Breville Infuser BES840XL best for?
The Breville Infuser BES840XL is best suited for espresso shots, latte, cappuccino. Tags: intermediate, manual-steam, pid-control, low-pressure-preinfusion.
How much does the Breville Infuser BES840XL cost?
The Breville Infuser BES840XL retails around $599 USD, placing it in the premium tier for espresso machines.
What are the main downsides of the Breville Infuser BES840XL?
Older model — newer Breville Touch and Bambino lines surpass it on warm-up time 54mm portafilter limits aftermarket basket compatibility Thermocoil takes longer to recover than newer Thermojet equivalents
What is the ASIN for the Breville Infuser BES840XL?
The Amazon ASIN is B00OBH4UQB. You can check current pricing and availability on Amazon directly.
Last updated: 2026-05-04