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Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine (Brushed Stainless Steel)

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$550

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Various Retailers have Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine (Brushed Stainless Steel; BES870XL) on sale for $549.95. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member gman1086 for finding this deal.

Available from: Features:
  • Removable 67-oz. water tank with filtration system
  • 1600 watt thermocoil with integrated stainless steel water coil
  • Programmable & manual options; integrated conical burr grinder
  • Advanced temperature control with PID stability
  • Hot water outlet for preheating cups & prepping Americanos
  • Sealed bean hopper with 1/2-lb. capacity
  • Tamper in magnetic housing for tamping in unit or on countertop
  • 360º swivel steam wand
  • Lower pressure pre-infusion wets coffee with hot water for optimal flavor extraction
  • Dual wall filters eliminate guesswork; single wall filters for customized coffee
  • Die-cast metal

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Update: This deal is still available.

Various Retailers have Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine (Brushed Stainless Steel; BES870XL) on sale for $549.95. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member gman1086 for finding this deal.

Available from: Features:
  • Removable 67-oz. water tank with filtration system
  • 1600 watt thermocoil with integrated stainless steel water coil
  • Programmable & manual options; integrated conical burr grinder
  • Advanced temperature control with PID stability
  • Hot water outlet for preheating cups & prepping Americanos
  • Sealed bean hopper with 1/2-lb. capacity
  • Tamper in magnetic housing for tamping in unit or on countertop
  • 360º swivel steam wand
  • Lower pressure pre-infusion wets coffee with hot water for optimal flavor extraction
  • Dual wall filters eliminate guesswork; single wall filters for customized coffee
  • Die-cast metal

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.6 from over 22,000 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
  • Additional note:
No Longer Available:

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Written by gman1086

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GreenSparrow1991
I've been using this for 3 years, and during my first year, I found it frustrating because I didn't understand how it worked. I wasn't sure why my shots kept being inconsistent with pressure levels.

There are 3 main things to keep in mind to achieve consistent shots:

- Adjust the inner grinder level (Go to YouTube, head to this guy's channel - Aju's Cafe, and find his series on Breville's low pressure level). You'll find more explanations from him, but basically, the outer grinder level settings were not sufficient for me. I increased my inner level by 2 extra settings.

- The freshness of coffee beans is one of the primary factors that affect pressure levels. Fresher beans result in higher pressure, and vice versa. So, if I buy a bag of coffee beans and know they're fresh, I'll keep the grinder level coarser because the freshness already provides sufficient pressure. Then, as I reach the end of the bag, I can adjust it to be finer to achieve higher pressure (adjust outer levels only, keeping my inner level the same). Each time, you should only adjust +/- 1 level and observe when the pressure bar reaches your desired level. This, also is the reason why I only buy 1 bag of coffee at a time, and don't forget to check the roasted date on bag.

- One more thing, try to descale/clean the machine frequently (once every 6 months) to avoid mineral buildup.

I hope that helps. I still consider this one of the best purchases I've ever made.
HonzaB
If you really want to get into espresso, please skip this and get Gaggia classic and refurbished baratza sette 270. If you like easy use of breville, get Bambino (plus). Grinder is frustrating to deal with - inconsistent shots, difficult to dial in. I pulled around 1500 shots before I gave up and upgraded to 270 grinder. That really takes this machine to next level.
ssarthak
Same price at seattlecoffeegear they are also throwing in 1 year extended warranty

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Jul 10, 2023
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JoelJ9705
Jul 10, 2023
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While this is a great machine from what I've read, it has been ~25$ cheaper multiple times this year. I am waiting for sub500 myself.
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Jul 10, 2023
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Rockchalks
Jul 10, 2023
196 Posts
In my experience the black sesame rarely goes on sale. This is a great machine for the price. I've owned 2 over the course of a decade pumping out 3-4 shots every day. Had to fix a leak here or there over the years but parts are cheap and maintenance is relatively straightforward. Make sure to follow the cleaning schedule and only use filtered water.
Jul 10, 2023
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ssarthak
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Same price at seattlecoffeegear they are also throwing in 1 year extended warranty
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HonzaB
Jul 10, 2023
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If you really want to get into espresso, please skip this and get Gaggia classic and refurbished baratza sette 270. If you like easy use of breville, get Bambino (plus). Grinder is frustrating to deal with - inconsistent shots, difficult to dial in. I pulled around 1500 shots before I gave up and upgraded to 270 grinder. That really takes this machine to next level.
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Jul 10, 2023
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Plectonema
Jul 10, 2023
263 Posts
Was able to snap one from one of the BBB stores at $449 when they just started 40% off last month.
This is a great machine though still practicing frothing.
Jul 10, 2023
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joylove
Jul 10, 2023
239 Posts
Quote from HonzaB :
If you really want to get into espresso, please skip this and get Gaggia classic and refurbished baratza sette 270. If you like easy use of breville, get Bambino (plus). Grinder is frustrating to deal with - inconsistent shots, difficult to dial in. I pulled around 1500 shots before I gave up and upgraded to 270 grinder. That really takes this machine to next level.
I've just purchased an Oxo burr grinder, and I'm starting to have some issues with my 10YO Technivorm Moccmaster, which I'm willing to replace with same, but I'm also awas the drip can begin to taste stale after some time in the carafe on the hotplate. Is there a machine out there that is suitable for someone who usually drinks 16~20oz drip coffees?
Jul 10, 2023
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HonzaB
Jul 10, 2023
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Quote from joylove :
I've just purchased an Oxo burr grinder, and I'm starting to have some issues with my 10YO Technivorm Moccmaster, which I'm willing to replace with same, but I'm also awas the drip can begin to taste stale after some time in the carafe on the hotplate. Is there a machine out there that is suitable for someone who usually drinks 16~20oz drip coffees?
Unfortunately I cannot help you with that. I drink only espresso drinks.

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Jul 10, 2023
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Sharon_sh7
Jul 10, 2023
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I got a month ago from BB&B the barista pro for 500$
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Jul 10, 2023
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Erocky
Jul 10, 2023
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Also available from Crate & Barrel for that price if you have a way to get better discounts from them.

https://www.crateandbarrel.com/br...ne/s267619
Jul 10, 2023
48 Posts
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Jj1946
Jul 10, 2023
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Quote from joylove :
I've just purchased an Oxo burr grinder, and I'm starting to have some issues with my 10YO Technivorm Moccmaster, which I'm willing to replace with same, but I'm also awas the drip can begin to taste stale after some time in the carafe on the hotplate. Is there a machine out there that is suitable for someone who usually drinks 16~20oz drip coffees?
Chemex
Jul 10, 2023
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godwheel
Jul 10, 2023
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Quote from Erocky :
Also available from Crate & Barrel for that price if you have a way to get better discounts from them.

https://www.crateandbarrel.com/br...ne/s267619
How do you get better discounts from them?
Jul 10, 2023
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mimsn
Jul 10, 2023
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Quote from joylove :
I've just purchased an Oxo burr grinder, and I'm starting to have some issues with my 10YO Technivorm Moccmaster, which I'm willing to replace with same, but I'm also awas the drip can begin to taste stale after some time in the carafe on the hotplate. Is there a machine out there that is suitable for someone who usually drinks 16~20oz drip coffees?
Moccamaster is the best. There should be a setting for half pour or full pour. Otherwise they make smaller sizes. Otherwise a 16 oz pour over is super easy to do manually.
Jul 10, 2023
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EagerKestrel3411
Jul 10, 2023
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Quote from JoelJ9705 :
While this is a great machine from what I've read, it has been ~25$ cheaper multiple times this year. I am waiting for sub500 myself.
These are fantastic! I had one for over a year, used the crap out of it, and resold it on Craigslist for $450.

It's a great machine, but TBH a nice grinder is going to be $250+ by itself. If you think I'm crazy, let's see you try to "dial in" a coffee bean, wait two days, and try to pull the same cup again with this thing. The large steps just dont cut it, especially if you're extracting a really light roast!
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Jul 10, 2023
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asinclado
Jul 10, 2023
766 Posts
I've had mine since 2017. it gets used every day, and still going strong. No issues so far other than having to replace the portafilter gasket which is a wear item. Piece of advise if you get one: never use starbucks coffee beans in it.

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Yvonne1984
Jul 10, 2023
130 Posts
I agreed this makes decent espresso but not perfect, due to beans not completely emptied out each time. It's a bit frustrating to figure out what's wrong. I am waiting for baratza grinder deal.