Customer Ratings & Reviews

The espresso machine works just as described, even as a beginner I’m able to pull good espressos with the default settings, just make sure to get good coffee beans and a decent burr coffee grinder. I’ve adjusted the settings to change the brewing time and it’s been very easy to use. It’s very easy to clean too and it doesn’t require a lot of space on your kitchen counter. I definitely recommend it even if you’re new to the coffee world.

I spent a long time looking over various espresso machines before deciding that simplest is best for my needs, and the Bambino fits that need perfectly. Comparing it to other similar machines the deciding factor was my great experience with other Breville products. They simply work as advertised and in my experience their products are durable. In addition to the Bambino I’ve collected the Electric Wok, Air Fryer, and Citrus Juicer; all have provide years of solid use; three months in so far on the Bambino. Regarding the Bambino, some of the reviews complain about the unit clogging up. I wonder if these reviewers are the same folks that allow sludge built up in their drip coffee machine’s carafe? Making espresso can be messy and routine cleaning is necessary, like after every use! The only automation is the single or double shot button (and you can modify the timing/quantity). The steam wand is manual, is easily controlled, and works exactly as desired. As far as water temperature, an instant read thermometer shows the water temperature is consistently at 200f on the machine I own. The unit has a small footprint so not much counter space is used. I haven’t experienced the difficulties others have mentioned with the filter baskets, in fact, I’ve found you have to be careful when knocking out the puck to not launch the filter basket across the room. Other than coffee the unit is ready to use out of the box. Yes, the tamper is light duty, but adequate, and there is also a frothing cup included. I am using this machine more than anticipated so will have to see how it lasts over the long haul. Right now it’s getting fired up at least twice a day everyday for at least two double shots each session.

Our beloved little espresso maker! It’s been going strong for over a year, pulling shots 10 times a day thanks to the coffee addicts in our household. And every cup? Still smooth, rich, and delicious. Honestly, if it ever breaks, I’d replace it with the exact same one—no questions asked. No kidding, it is one of the best investments I made for our house recently.

My Best purchase ever this year! My lattes are amazing now. Easy to use after a few weeks. It’s intimidating at first but you’ll get used to it!

It was a perfect size for my countertop. Easy to use . Still trying to find out the perfect grind but so far so good

So far it's a good machines. Easy to use and clean.

Its simple, quick, compact, and was the best option for me as i had a standalone breville grinder already. Includes the pressurized and unpressurized portafilters, on both singles and doubles. I tweeked my grinder to give exactly 18 grams for double shot by setting the grinder to 2 shots @ 12.8 seconds between 8 to 15 fine grind, and then put it in this machine that does the rest with one button. I watched a quick youtube of how to froth milk and can now make decent lattes. Its not complicated, truely simple. Just keep in mind after your done to run water on a single shot naked with no puck handle to clear the residue and then the same on the froth wand. I use hot water to remove the milk residue from the wand. Im glad i didnt spend more as i realized i didnt need anything else but this. Hope this helps your journey to the perfect shot. I truely spent too much time researching so take my word and save yourself time to try this out.

Machine works ok; a little trickier than I thought to make a good espresso, but better than some of the cheaper machines. One perk not advertised - this machine allows you to program your cup size just the way you like it.

Espresso machine is good at first but starts to have trouble in less than a year. The double shot starts to poorly dispense and dribbles a few drops of espresso gets clogged a lot,The Coffee comes out on one side most of the times and is not very hot. Makes weak coffee. This Breville is no different than all other ones we have purchased and returned. It does not froth milk hot enough and I have to do one more cycle to get it hot enough. The frother does not work all the time and have to clean machine again in morning running a water cycle to get it to work. I clean this machine after each use. There is no extra tools to clean this like a needle to get into the holes in porta-filter cleaned well. The porta-filter is plastic as well as metal so it is not that good quality. We bought warranty and need to take this back just like all the others in less than 1 1/2 years. Getting tired of exchanging espresso machines. I wish someone would create one that is consistent.

Small, simple and produces great coffee, and fast steam and hot water.

This is a great little espresso machine. I have the larger Breville for inside the house and we use this for our camp trailer or any trips. It’s nice and compact to pack around and takes up little space on the counter. Makes delicious coffee and easy to use!

Excellent product. Works great. Well made and easy to clean.

Awesome! As a beginner home cappuccino brewer, this thing is awesome! It just works! There is a bit of a learning curve with getting grind fineness and tamp effort dialed, but even the mistakes still taste great! Steam frother just works and has a minor learning curve, but no biggie. The user manual walks you through the learning process with ease! Love it so far! I’d give it a five star, but I’m only a few days in and longevity is hard to rate at this time! I had my own grinder so this little unit got me up and making coffee shop cappuccinos after a couple trial and errors! Christmas sale price helped too!

I have used this for ~2 years, great product. It makes coffee.

The bambino is easy tobuse and makes delicious lattes

Excellent machine, delicious coffee, exact pressure, various coffee options, decent size, good looking. Pricey? Yes, it is, but you have a Ferrari on your kitchen. Enjoy it.

After a month of daily use we've had no problems with the device. The heater is quick and the machine is sturdy overall. We're relatively new to espresso machines so the simplicity is appreciated.

Easy to use, small and practical. Super cute and does deliver on promises of ease, quick espresso. I returned it, and upgraded to the barista express because I had to purchase the grinder and dosing funnel separately racking up the total price. If I had all accessories already, or I wanted to make coffee from store bought espresso grounds it would make sense to keep it. I wanted the full experience.

Perfect for office or small places it makes a great coffee!

The best espresso machine ever small , nice design works perfect.