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Breville Barista Pro

Name: Breville Barista Pro
Brand: Breville

Model BES878 · List price $849.95

The Breville Barista Pro is a semi-automatic with built-in grinder. It heats with a thermojet system and textures milk with a manual steam wand. Breville lists it at $849.95.

Heat-up3 sec

Built-in grinderYes

MilkManual wand

Width16.1 in

Great for

Home baristas who want a fast-heating all-in-one with a grinder and full manual control of milk.

Skip it if

Anyone who wants push-button drinks or hates cleaning up grounds and steam-wand residue.

Strengths and trade-offs

What owners and reviewers like

Ready to brew in seconds and switches to steaming with almost no wait
Capable integrated grinder with fine adjustment and an LCD that times dose and shot
Steams milk noticeably faster than the Barista Express

Common complaints

Takes practice to dial in consistent shots, so not ideal for absolute beginners
Messy routine: wet grounds in the drip tray and a wand that needs frequent wiping
Costs more than the Barista Express and is priced near dedicated machine-plus-grinder setups

Full specifications

Type	Semi-automatic with built-in grinder
Heating system	Thermojet
Heat-up time	3 sec
Pump pressure (as marketed)	15 bar
Portafilter size	54 mm
Built-in grinder	Yes, 30 settings
Milk system	Manual steam wand
Water tank	68 oz
Dimensions (W × D × H)	16.1 × 13.8 × 13.1 in
Weight	20.9 lb
US warranty	2 years
Manufacturer list price	$849.95

Before you buy: this machine grinds its own beans, so budget for fresh whole-bean coffee rather than a separate grinder.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Breville Barista Pro have a built-in grinder?

Yes. The Breville Barista Pro has an integrated grinder with 30 grind settings, so you can go from whole beans to espresso with one machine.

How long does the Breville Barista Pro take to heat up?

Breville lists a heat-up time of about 3 sec using its thermojet system.

Can the Breville Barista Pro make lattes and cappuccinos?

Yes. It uses a manual steam wand to texture milk for lattes and cappuccinos.

How much does the Breville Barista Pro cost?

The manufacturer list price is $849.95. 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.