Breville Bambino Plus vs Breville Barista Express
Critics score the Breville Bambino Plus and the Breville Barista Express the same: 84 out of 100, from 21 and 9 reviews. 7 outlets reviewed both: 3 scored the Breville Bambino Plus higher and 4 scored the Breville Barista Express higher. On average those critics put the Breville Bambino Plus 1 point ahead.
Image: BrevilleBreville Bambino Plus
Praised for: milk steaming (20 of 21), easy to use (14 of 21), ease of use (12 of 21)
Criticised for: grinder (4 of 21), price (4 of 21), temperature control (3 of 21)
The catch: No grinder, and the price has gone up.
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Image: BrevilleBreville Barista Express
Praised for: espresso quality (5 of 9), milk steaming (4 of 9), easy to use (2 of 9)
Criticised for: grinder (3 of 9), learning curve (2 of 9), price (2 of 9)
The catch: A learning curve, and a basic grinder.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Breville Bambino Plus | Breville Barista Express | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epicurious | 83est. | 71est. | +12 |
| Woman & Home | 100 | 89est. | +11 |
| Coffee Chronicler | 89est. | 83est. | +6 |
| Tom's Guide | 89est. | 90 | -1 |
| CNET | 83est. | 85est. | -2 |
| TechGearLab | 72 | 77 | -5 |
| Home Grounds | 80 | 94 | -14 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Breville Bambino Plus minus the Breville Barista Express. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Breville Bambino Plus or the Breville Barista Express?
Critics rate them the same, at 84. 7 outlets reviewed both: 3 scored the Breville Bambino Plus higher and 4 scored the Breville Barista Express higher. On average those critics put the Breville Bambino Plus 1 point ahead.
Do critics agree about the Breville Bambino Plus and the Breville Barista Express?
The Breville Bambino Plus: broad agreement, scores from 72 to 100. The Breville Barista Express: broad agreement, scores from 71 to 94.