Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine

Uses a 54mm portafilter, which is smaller than the 58mm standard found on more prosumer machines.

The Bambino Plus is widely considered a fantastic entry-level machine for those wanting to get into espresso without a huge investment. It offers fast heat-up and automatic milk texturing, making it very user-friendly, though its smaller portafilter and integrated design limit upgrade paths.

The chatter this week: Users are discussing it as a starting point for upgrades, with some asking if it's a good value proposition when paired with a specific grinder.