Overview
Finally, beginner��s espresso without the startup costs. The Breville Bambino Plus packs a cafe��s worth of artistry into a compact case smaller than most shopping bags.
Designed as the easiest entry in walk-up shots, the Bambino��s quick-heat thermocoil will have a hot shot in-hand seconds from start-up. Better, the Bambino��s auto-frothing steam wand magnificently microfoams milk for lattes or creates creamy foam for cappuccinos��all on its own. The Bambino��s combination of size, simplicity, and efficiency makes it an excellent choice for new home baristas.
Features
- Compact Case: At a petite 12�� x 7��, the Bambino is one of the smallest espresso machines on the market.
- Smart Milk: Equipped with the same auto-frothing and temp-sensing steam wand as the?Barista Touch,?milk texturing is as easy as a single touch.
- Instant On Thermocoil: The Bambino is ready to brew in seconds after startup��just the thing for quick shots on-demand.
- Pressurized Baskets: The Bambino comes supplied with single and double pressurized baskets��opening up pre-ground brewing if you don��t own an espresso grinder.
- Removable Water Tank: The large 2-liter reservoir offers more than enough capacity for days of espresso.
- Extended Cup Height: The redesigned, low-profile portafilter makes room for travel mugs and cups up to 5 inches tall.
- Pros
- Walk Up Coffeeshop: There��s nothing quite like getting a no-fuss latte in under a minute. In your PJs.
- Milk Texture: The automatic steam wand manages really good microfoam or dry cappuccino foam all on its own.
- Slim ��Spro: The Bambinos small footprint fits?anywhere��its an excellent choice for kitchens with limited space.
- Cons
- Pressurized Baskets Only: The Bambino only comes supplied with pressurized baskets��great for beginners, but limited for more advanced home baristas.
- No Hot Water: The Bambino does not have a hot water spout for tea or Americanos.
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure your frothing pitcher makes good contact with the temperature sensor for accurate steaming
- Can��t find the steam wand tip cleaning tool? Check underneath the water tank!
Specifications
- Skill LevelBeginner
- Model NumberBES500
- ManufacturerBreville
- Width7.7 inches
- Depth12.6 inches
- Height11.8 inches
- Product Weight (lbs.)12.0000
- Watts1560W
- Volts120V
- ProgrammabilityTemperature, Shot Time, Milk Foam
- Case MaterialStainless Steel/Plastic
- Boiler MaterialStainless Steel-lined Aluminum
- Cup Clearance5 inches
- Reservoir Size64 oz
- Solenoid ValveYes
- Cup TrayYes
- Portafilter Size54mm
- Available PortafiltersPressurized
- Warm Up: Brew Time16 seconds
- Boiler DesignThermocoil
- Pod FriendlyNo
- Water SourcesReservoir/Internal Tank
- Auto Shut OffYes
- Auto OnNo
- Pre-Infusion/AromaYes
- MaterialStainless Steel and Plastic