Breville & De'Longhi

The two big names compared, plus model reviews, set-up and settings.

  • Breville Bambino BES450
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    Breville Bambino BES450 Espresso Machine Review

    Breville Bambino BES450 review: 3-second heat-up, manual steam wand, 54 mm portafilter, compact size and why it needs a separate grinder. Who should buy it.

  • Breville Bambino BES450
    Breville & De'Longhi

    Breville Bambino vs Bambino Plus

    Breville Bambino vs Bambino Plus: the same espresso core, but the Plus adds an automatic steam wand, an auto purge and a longer warranty. Pick the right one.

  • Breville Barista Express
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    Breville Barista Express Grind Size and Settings

    Set the Breville Barista Express grind size one step at a time. Learn where the dial sits, how to read a shot and when to change the grind for new beans.

  • Breville Barista Express BES870XL
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    Breville Barista Express BES870XL Review

    Breville Barista Express BES870XL review: the built-in grinder, manual steam wand, size and learning curve, plus who should buy it and who should skip it.

  • Breville Barista Express BES870XL
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    Breville Barista Express vs Ninja Luxe Cafe

    Breville Barista Express vs Ninja Luxe Cafe Premier: manual control against guided drinks, grinding, milk, size and which espresso machine fits your routine.

  • De'Longhi Classic Signature
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    How to Use a De'Longhi Espresso Machine

    Learn how to use a De'Longhi espresso machine, from first setup and pulling a shot to steaming milk safely, descaling and keeping the machine clean.

  • De'Longhi Stilosa
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    De'Longhi Stilosa Espresso Machine Review

    De'Longhi Stilosa review: a compact manual espresso machine with a 15 bar pump, a dial and a hand-worked steam wand. Who it suits and who should look elsewhere.