Customer Ratings & Reviews

This machine is a beast. Really great espresso shots everytime. The grinder is an added bonus too. It's easy to learn and use, I'd recommend reading the manual if you are new to espresso machines.

My wife and I had been using a De'Longhi basic espresso maker for years. We then tried to get one that was similar to this Breville, it was difficult to get started and kept starting up in descale mode. We returned it and bought the Breville express and couldn't be happier. This was easy to set up and get started. The built in grinder is easy to use and has 10 different settings for thickness. Very clean looking and makes deliciously strong espresso!

I had a Cowsar and I raised my level in an incredible way, a dream machine!

I exhaustively research items before purchasing and this was one of those items. This item by far has the highest reviews for a home espresso machine that is all in one. The grinder is great, a lot of grind size choices, and it’s easy to clean. It heats up fast and produces a delicious shot or double shot of espresso as long as you are using the correct beans. The steam wand takes about 15-20 seconds to build up the pressure prior to use but that is no big deal. So far no issues other than my own learning curve with trying to texture my milk properly to achieve the perfect micro-foam for latte art.

The machine works perfectly and we’ve had no problems

Had this item for a year. Finally invested and if you are considering that big espresso maker buy ... It's so worth it. That said, after one year the frother started spitting out of the espresso function and I had to exchange it. Buy the warranty. Otherwise works great!

I'm really happy with my espresso machine! I bought it in an attempt to simply make my coffee at home at any time of day and it has worked wel. It's super easy, and convinient. Coffee so far has tasted good. I know the steam wands on these home espresso machines are some times an issue. I'm not a trained barista, so Idk how well it does in making designs, but I am def able to warm up the milk and get my froth.

I am love my new Breville- Barista Express Espresso Machine. It definitely has the Breville quality and professional look. I am happy to be able to get it in stainless steel to match my other appliances. I like that I am able to do everything from start to finish quickly. The grinder grinds the beans to whatever setting you want your beans at and the frother generates steam quickly. I had very little adjusting to get the pressure to where I wanted. My only con would be it is a little pricey, but then again if you consider buying a cappuccino or expresso out 3 or 4 times a week it will pay for itself eventually saving you money in the long run.

Excellent machine makes great coffee with ease. Cleanup is easy and looks nice.

I love this thing. It taught me how to make espresso. All you “one cupper Keurigs,” can keep it. Why have a bologna sandwich when you can have a steak? Ya’ll are literally missing out! The machine is robust and comes with a lot of stuff to get started. Best Buy had it to me faster than if I went and got one myself. Them shippers don’t mess around!! Oh and find ya a good organic coffee for your machine. Worth it!

Breville has made a great machine. My family uses it everyday! Setup is easy and maintenance is not complicated.

Overall very happy with my purchase, only con is the price. Takes only a few minutes to make coffee and clean up, it takes have practice and dialing in your personal perferences. The machine is made with quality material, probably will last for a long time. The built in grinder is simple to use and has an auto measurement setting. Every aspect of the machine indicate that the designer put alot of thought into it and didnt have to make many compromises. Although it is alot of money for a coffee machine, I dont regret the buy at all.

Great machine that produces awesome espresso. We made one modification to raise the cups up with an after market stand. Also great looking!

This espresso machine is amazing! I definitely recommend to watch a few YouTube videos around how to operate it. There are some really great tips about how to dial it in to get your pressure in the espresso range and make perfect drinks. My girlfriend and I were making barista level drinks on night one because we paid attention to those YouTube videos who are made by folks with plenty of experience with this machine. I highly recommend it. We eliminated our Starbucks expenses completely. If you are a daily coffee shop patron the money you invest in this device will prove to be an excellent decision. Watch several YouTube videos and pay attention. Then go buy this machine. Do it!

Have had it for a while and its working great! Easy to learn and use

Overall a great looking machine. It is easy to use however there is a learning curve as there will be with any espresso machine. It took me about two weeks to find the right grind that wotks best. It cant be too fine or too course. Once you find that sweet spot it is easy peasy after that. Steaming milk also has a learnig curve. For me the steaming pitcher has to be at least a 1/4 full. Less than that the steam wand just doesnt reach it well. Keeping the steam just at the surface of the milk yields the best results for me. For a mocha foam adding just a little instant hot cocoa to milk is pretty darn good.

I bought this for my son and daughter-in-law for Christmas and they absolutely love it. They say it works great and so easy to use. They also said the drinks are delicious.

Very good espresso coffee machine, the coffee made by the machine is amazing and is ease to use. I recommend this machine for beginners and experts on this matter.

This is one of the best espresso machines I have ever used. Very robust. I have owned it for 18+ months and I didn't have any issues with it. It requires cleaning/descaling and care. Only buy it if you are willing to learn how to properly extract a perfect shot of espresso. You have control over the griding amount, size, and the pressure you apply to the portafilter. It takes time and practice to handle the steam wand nicely and have a good milk foam if you want to make cappuccinos. If you only drink pour-over coffee, this machine is not for you.

Once you get it dialed in, excellent machine. There's an inner grind setting that is not immediately obvious, it can turn out a much finer grind once you take off the hopper and adjust this down to good settings. I wasted quite a bit of coffee before a Youtube video clued me into this. Gotta get your pressure needle pointing straight up or further - and it likes fresh beans, not supermarket junk. Find a coffee shop for freshly roasted beans, study Youtube for how to froth your milk, and in a couple months this thing pays for itself.