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Breville Bambino Plus
Espresso newcomers who want lattes and cappuccinos with hands-free milk texturing in a small footprint.
- Heat-up
- 3 sec
- Grinder
- No
- List price
- $499.95
All-in-one
Breville Barista Express Impress
The Breville Barista Express Impress is a semi-automatic with built-in grinder. It heats with a thermocoil system and textures milk with a manual steam wand. Breville lists it at $799.95.
Heat-up1 min
Built-in grinderYes
MilkManual wand
Width12.9 in
Great for
Beginners who want a built-in grinder plus assisted dosing and tamping for less mess and fewer failed shots.
Skip it if
Experienced home baristas who already dose and tamp well, or anyone wanting automatic milk frothing.
Strengths and trade-offs
What owners and reviewers like
- Impress puck system automates dosing and applies a consistent tamp
- 25 grind settings and PID temperature control for consistent extraction
- Noticeably less counter mess than typical semi-automatics
Common complaints
- Manual steam wand still takes practice to master
- No water-level sensor and a non-adjustable auto-standby
- Large footprint; drip tray needs frequent emptying
Full specifications
| Type | Semi-automatic with built-in grinder |
|---|---|
| Heating system | Thermocoil |
| Heat-up time | 1 min |
| Pump pressure (as marketed) | 15 bar |
| Portafilter size | 54 mm |
| Built-in grinder | Yes, 25 settings |
| Milk system | Manual steam wand |
| Water tank | 67 oz |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 12.9 × 14.8 × 16.1 in |
| Manufacturer list price | $799.95 |
Before you buy: this machine grinds its own beans, so budget for fresh whole-bean coffee rather than a separate grinder.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Breville Barista Express Impress have a built-in grinder?
Yes. The Breville Barista Express Impress has an integrated grinder with 25 grind settings, so you can go from whole beans to espresso with one machine.
How long does the Breville Barista Express Impress take to heat up?
Breville lists a heat-up time of about 1 min using its thermocoil system.
Can the Breville Barista Express Impress make lattes and cappuccinos?
Yes. It uses a manual steam wand to texture milk for lattes and cappuccinos.
How much does the Breville Barista Express Impress cost?
The manufacturer list price is $799.95. Retail prices change often, especially around Black Friday and Prime Day, so check the current price on Amazon before buying.
Updated November 12, 2026
Sources. Specs come from the manufacturer and retailer spec sheets below. Strengths and complaints summarize published expert reviews and owner discussions in our own words.
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