Breville Bambino Plus
Breville espresso machine · $499 · mid tier
Overview
The Breville Bambino Plus targets the home barista who wants near-instant warm-up and assisted milk texturing without stepping up to a dual boiler. The Thermojet thermocoil reaches brew temperature in about three seconds, which is the headline difference versus a traditional thermoblock machine.
Its automatic steam wand draws milk to a temperature and froth setting you choose, then shuts off — handy if you are still building muscle memory on manual texturing. Serious users typically replace the stock pressurized baskets with non-pressurized ones to unlock real extraction control, and pair the machine with a quality burr grinder.
Footprint matters at this price: at roughly 7.5 inches wide, the Bambino Plus fits in apartment kitchens where a Linea Mini or Profitec would not. Compromises live in the 54mm portafilter (limits aftermarket parts) and the plastic-heavy chassis, but the brewing fundamentals — 9-bar pump, preinfusion, PID — are solid for the segment.
Pros
- 3-second heat-up via Thermojet thermocoil
- Automatic milk texturing with adjustable temperature and froth level
- Compact 7.5-inch footprint suits small kitchens
- PID temperature control delivers shot-to-shot consistency
Cons
- 54mm portafilter is non-standard and limits aftermarket basket options
- Pressurized baskets ship by default and need swapping for serious extraction
- Plastic body feels light compared to prosumer machines at the price
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Type | espresso machine |
| Price (USD) | $499 |
| Price tier | mid |
| boiler type | Thermojet |
| pid | true |
| bar pressure | 15 |
| group head | 54mm |
| water tank l | 1.9 |
| auto milk frother | true |
| preinfusion | true |
| warm up seconds | 3 |
Best for
- latte
- cappuccino
- flat-white
- espresso shots
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Breville Bambino Plus best for?
The Breville Bambino Plus is best suited for latte, cappuccino, flat-white. Tags: beginner-friendly, milk-drinks, small-kitchen, fast-warmup.
How much does the Breville Bambino Plus cost?
The Breville Bambino Plus retails around $499 USD, placing it in the mid tier for espresso machines.
What are the main downsides of the Breville Bambino Plus?
54mm portafilter is non-standard and limits aftermarket basket options Pressurized baskets ship by default and need swapping for serious extraction Plastic body feels light compared to prosumer machines at the price
What is the ASIN for the Breville Bambino Plus?
The Amazon ASIN is B07VFZHRYC. You can check current pricing and availability on Amazon directly.
Last updated: 2026-05-10