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TINGARI - Espresso Machines - an Aboriginal Culinary Journey - Breville
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I’ve had the bambino for over a year now and it’s fine for a basic all in one espresso machine. It pulls a nice shot, but the automatic milk steamer is kind of pointless, even on the hottest setting the milk really doesn’t get warm enough, and the foam options are pretty much none or all the foam. The wand works fine as a manual milk steamer, except it’s extremely annoying to unclog (the clogging isn’t necessarily its fault, that part is inevitable) the real problem is the cleaning cycle, and the reason I’m writing a reviews two years after purchase. You cannot cancel or postpone the cleaning cycle after 200 cups, and unless you are keeping count, there’s no warning system. Once it’s on, it’s on, no using your machine until you do a half hour cleaning cycle. Which ... MoreI’ve had the bambino for over a year now and it’s fine for a basic all in one espresso machine. It pulls a nice shot, but the automatic milk steamer is kind of pointless, even on the hottest setting the milk really doesn’t get warm enough, and the foam options are pretty much none or all the foam. The wand works fine as a manual milk steamer, except it’s extremely annoying to unclog (the clogging isn’t necessarily its fault, that part is inevitable) the real problem is the cleaning cycle, and the reason I’m writing a reviews two years after purchase. You cannot cancel or postpone the cleaning cycle after 200 cups, and unless you are keeping count, there’s no warning system. Once it’s on, it’s on, no using your machine until you do a half hour cleaning cycle. Which is extremely annoying if you’re running late, already used your extra time to descale the machine (a different cleaning process that CAN be postponed?), already out grounds in your porta filter and doesn’t have an extra one to use. Why can’t I just say “thanks, but I can’t clean you right now” so I can make a cup of coffee and clean it when I’m home from work and have time? Honestly, it would be 3 stars from me if it wasn’t for this cleaning thing. It’s just bad design and decision making, my next machine won’t be a Breville. Get something that doesn’t have the potential to ruin your morning at random.
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I’ve been using this everyday for a month and I love it. I’ve been buying my iced quad espresso everyday before then and it got expensive. I wouldn’t compare this to the Starbucks because the amounts are different.. I find I get less espresso than I do at Starbucks and finding help with this machine with initial startup was near impossible. As a matter of fact, it’s still difficult to find answers to my questions for this specific machine. Like I said, it’s good for the price but and depending on the beans you use, you can actually pull great shots but good luck figuring out how without trial and error. I’m also very annoyed that the drip tray is always full and needs to be emptied every time I use it. Where is this water coming from as nothing gets spilled from the ... MoreI’ve been using this everyday for a month and I love it. I’ve been buying my iced quad espresso everyday before then and it got expensive. I wouldn’t compare this to the Starbucks because the amounts are different.. I find I get less espresso than I do at Starbucks and finding help with this machine with initial startup was near impossible. As a matter of fact, it’s still difficult to find answers to my questions for this specific machine. Like I said, it’s good for the price but and depending on the beans you use, you can actually pull great shots but good luck figuring out how without trial and error. I’m also very annoyed that the drip tray is always full and needs to be emptied every time I use it. Where is this water coming from as nothing gets spilled from the drip. Machine did come with all the basic essentials but I found that Amazon had all of the other equipment needed for much less (stirrer, shot glasses, funnel, etc.) it’ll make life easier with a funnel so do yourself a favor and buy one as it could get messy pulling a double shot.
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After several pounds of coffee and experimenting with the different variables to get a worthwhile espresso, I give up. This machine just does not seem to me to be user-friendly for achieving satisfactory results without suffering too much. I bought this machine on the basis of many very positive reviews, too many and too positive to be true? I wonder... I have to say that I like a full-bodied, sugar-free espresso. Since I have this machine, I put a little maple syrup in my espresso to remove the bitterness that I can't manage to eliminate at least in part. Would you say it can depend on the grind as well I will answer that is true that's why I also bought a Breville Smart Grinder pro coffee grinder to control the grind variable which didn't have not solved the ... MoreAfter several pounds of coffee and experimenting with the different variables to get a worthwhile espresso, I give up. This machine just does not seem to me to be user-friendly for achieving satisfactory results without suffering too much. I bought this machine on the basis of many very positive reviews, too many and too positive to be true? I wonder... I have to say that I like a full-bodied, sugar-free espresso. Since I have this machine, I put a little maple syrup in my espresso to remove the bitterness that I can't manage to eliminate at least in part. Would you say it can depend on the grind as well I will answer that is true that's why I also bought a Breville Smart Grinder pro coffee grinder to control the grind variable which didn't have not solved the problem of bitterness. The coffee grinder works very well and is easy to clean.If the merchandise return period hadn't expired since mid-February, I would have gladly exchanged it for a more expensive machine allowing more parameters to be controlled, including water temperature, which the Bambino Plus does not not.
| Capacity | Water tank 1.9L |
| Construction Materials | Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 19.4 x 36.2 x 30.4 cm |
| Coffee Machine Type | Manual |
| Max Power | 1600W |
TINGARI - Espresso Machines - an Aboriginal Culinary Journey - Breville
Free delivery between 17–19 June
BES500ART Bambino Plus Manual Coffee Machine Art Series - art
30-day returns
Breville Tingari the Bambino Plus
Free delivery between 12–17 June
I’ve had the bambino for over a year now and it’s fine for a basic all in one espresso machine. It pulls a nice shot, but the automatic milk steamer is kind of pointless, even on the hottest setting the milk really doesn’t get warm enough, and the foam options are pretty much none or all the foam. The wand works fine as a manual milk steamer, except it’s extremely annoying to unclog (the clogging isn’t necessarily its fault, that part is inevitable) the real problem is the cleaning cycle, and the reason I’m writing a reviews two years after purchase. You cannot cancel or postpone the cleaning cycle after 200 cups, and unless you are keeping count, there’s no warning system. Once it’s on, it’s on, no using your machine until you do a half hour cleaning cycle. Which ... MoreI’ve had the bambino for over a year now and it’s fine for a basic all in one espresso machine. It pulls a nice shot, but the automatic milk steamer is kind of pointless, even on the hottest setting the milk really doesn’t get warm enough, and the foam options are pretty much none or all the foam. The wand works fine as a manual milk steamer, except it’s extremely annoying to unclog (the clogging isn’t necessarily its fault, that part is inevitable) the real problem is the cleaning cycle, and the reason I’m writing a reviews two years after purchase. You cannot cancel or postpone the cleaning cycle after 200 cups, and unless you are keeping count, there’s no warning system. Once it’s on, it’s on, no using your machine until you do a half hour cleaning cycle. Which is extremely annoying if you’re running late, already used your extra time to descale the machine (a different cleaning process that CAN be postponed?), already out grounds in your porta filter and doesn’t have an extra one to use. Why can’t I just say “thanks, but I can’t clean you right now” so I can make a cup of coffee and clean it when I’m home from work and have time? Honestly, it would be 3 stars from me if it wasn’t for this cleaning thing. It’s just bad design and decision making, my next machine won’t be a Breville. Get something that doesn’t have the potential to ruin your morning at random.
I’ve been using this everyday for a month and I love it. I’ve been buying my iced quad espresso everyday before then and it got expensive. I wouldn’t compare this to the Starbucks because the amounts are different.. I find I get less espresso than I do at Starbucks and finding help with this machine with initial startup was near impossible. As a matter of fact, it’s still difficult to find answers to my questions for this specific machine. Like I said, it’s good for the price but and depending on the beans you use, you can actually pull great shots but good luck figuring out how without trial and error. I’m also very annoyed that the drip tray is always full and needs to be emptied every time I use it. Where is this water coming from as nothing gets spilled from the ... MoreI’ve been using this everyday for a month and I love it. I’ve been buying my iced quad espresso everyday before then and it got expensive. I wouldn’t compare this to the Starbucks because the amounts are different.. I find I get less espresso than I do at Starbucks and finding help with this machine with initial startup was near impossible. As a matter of fact, it’s still difficult to find answers to my questions for this specific machine. Like I said, it’s good for the price but and depending on the beans you use, you can actually pull great shots but good luck figuring out how without trial and error. I’m also very annoyed that the drip tray is always full and needs to be emptied every time I use it. Where is this water coming from as nothing gets spilled from the drip. Machine did come with all the basic essentials but I found that Amazon had all of the other equipment needed for much less (stirrer, shot glasses, funnel, etc.) it’ll make life easier with a funnel so do yourself a favor and buy one as it could get messy pulling a double shot.
After several pounds of coffee and experimenting with the different variables to get a worthwhile espresso, I give up. This machine just does not seem to me to be user-friendly for achieving satisfactory results without suffering too much. I bought this machine on the basis of many very positive reviews, too many and too positive to be true? I wonder... I have to say that I like a full-bodied, sugar-free espresso. Since I have this machine, I put a little maple syrup in my espresso to remove the bitterness that I can't manage to eliminate at least in part. Would you say it can depend on the grind as well I will answer that is true that's why I also bought a Breville Smart Grinder pro coffee grinder to control the grind variable which didn't have not solved the ... MoreAfter several pounds of coffee and experimenting with the different variables to get a worthwhile espresso, I give up. This machine just does not seem to me to be user-friendly for achieving satisfactory results without suffering too much. I bought this machine on the basis of many very positive reviews, too many and too positive to be true? I wonder... I have to say that I like a full-bodied, sugar-free espresso. Since I have this machine, I put a little maple syrup in my espresso to remove the bitterness that I can't manage to eliminate at least in part. Would you say it can depend on the grind as well I will answer that is true that's why I also bought a Breville Smart Grinder pro coffee grinder to control the grind variable which didn't have not solved the problem of bitterness. The coffee grinder works very well and is easy to clean.If the merchandise return period hadn't expired since mid-February, I would have gladly exchanged it for a more expensive machine allowing more parameters to be controlled, including water temperature, which the Bambino Plus does not not.
Once upon a time, there was a coffee lover who stumbled upon the Breville Bambino Plus. This coffee lover was me - and it was love at first sight. The compact size and sleek design made it a perfect fit for my kitchen counter. Every morning, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air and brought a smile to my face. I loved experimenting with different coffee beans and brewing methods, always ending up with a perfect cup.The Breville Bambino Plus became a cherished member of the household, always ready to start the day with a caffeine kick. The easy-to-use controls and high-quality materials made it a durable and reliable companion. This coffee lover couldn't imagine their mornings without it.Years went by, and the Breville Bambino Plus continued to ... MoreOnce upon a time, there was a coffee lover who stumbled upon the Breville Bambino Plus. This coffee lover was me - and it was love at first sight. The compact size and sleek design made it a perfect fit for my kitchen counter. Every morning, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air and brought a smile to my face. I loved experimenting with different coffee beans and brewing methods, always ending up with a perfect cup.The Breville Bambino Plus became a cherished member of the household, always ready to start the day with a caffeine kick. The easy-to-use controls and high-quality materials made it a durable and reliable companion. This coffee lover couldn't imagine their mornings without it.Years went by, and the Breville Bambino Plus continued to perform flawlessly. It had become a symbol of comfort and consistency, always delivering a delicious cup of coffee. I felt grateful for this small but mighty machine - every time I took a sip, I was transported back to those early mornings filled with excitement and possibility. The Breville Bambino Plus will always hold a special place in my heart.
I have been working as a barista for 2 years and finally chose the Bambino Plus as my first home espresso machine. As this is a popular "entry-level" machine, I struggled to find reviews from the perspective of people with more espresso experience, so I wanted to share my thoughts on some of the features that make it a great choice for both beginners and experts. In my opinion, this is a fantastic espresso machine for the price, with features that strike the perfect balance between high-quality customizability and ease-of-use. I love how quickly it heats up, and while the temperature adjustment is limited to 3 settings rather than adjustment by degree, it's a nice feature usually only included on higher-end machines (without modding). I've heard from some users that ... MoreI have been working as a barista for 2 years and finally chose the Bambino Plus as my first home espresso machine. As this is a popular "entry-level" machine, I struggled to find reviews from the perspective of people with more espresso experience, so I wanted to share my thoughts on some of the features that make it a great choice for both beginners and experts. In my opinion, this is a fantastic espresso machine for the price, with features that strike the perfect balance between high-quality customizability and ease-of-use. I love how quickly it heats up, and while the temperature adjustment is limited to 3 settings rather than adjustment by degree, it's a nice feature usually only included on higher-end machines (without modding). I've heard from some users that the highest temperature is still fairly low compared to other espresso machines, and I don't know the exact temperatures of each setting, but I have no complaints about the temperature—with a quick pre-flush I have been able to pull some really nice shots at the 2nd and 3rd temperature settings. With the included non-pressurized portafilter and a good grinder, an experienced barista can get near cafe-quality espresso with the Bambino Plus. The manual preinfusion/shot timing is a little tricky to figure out, but not bad once you get the hang of it. Finally, the steam wand is amazing. When I was deciding between machines, the steam wand seemed to be an often-overlooked feature especially at this price range, but this has a higher quality steam wand than ones I've seen reviewed on $1000 machines. I use the 2nd setting for latte art and the 3rd setting for cappuccinos. Overall, in addition to being a good beginner machine with the auto-timed shots, auto-steam, and pressurized portafilter options, I highly recommend the Bambino Plus for experienced baristas who want a quick, convenient, and affordable home machine to make quality espresso and latte art. Pair it with a good espresso grinder and some accessories if you want (I added a bottomless portafilter and a distribution tool) and you'll have a solid espresso setup at a great price. Also worth noting, I would recommend this machine and a separate grinder over the other Breville models with the grinder included, for more flexibility and upgrade potential.
The Breville Bambino Plus is a great semi-automatic home espresso machine that offers convenience and quality in one package. The compact size of the machine makes it perfect for small kitchens, but don't let its size fool you - it still packs a punch when it comes to brewing delicious coffee. The machine is easy to use, with illuminated front display with buttons that guides you through the process. The milk frother is also very efficient and it produces a great texture and volume of milk froth. The machine is also very easy to clean, which is a huge plus. Overall, the Breville Bambino Plus is a great investment for coffee lovers who want to make café-quality drinks at home. It is a perfect machine for beginners, who want to learn about coffee making and make ... MoreThe Breville Bambino Plus is a great semi-automatic home espresso machine that offers convenience and quality in one package. The compact size of the machine makes it perfect for small kitchens, but don't let its size fool you - it still packs a punch when it comes to brewing delicious coffee. The machine is easy to use, with illuminated front display with buttons that guides you through the process. The milk frother is also very efficient and it produces a great texture and volume of milk froth. The machine is also very easy to clean, which is a huge plus. Overall, the Breville Bambino Plus is a great investment for coffee lovers who want to make café-quality drinks at home. It is a perfect machine for beginners, who want to learn about coffee making and make delicious coffee without spending too much. The machine is a great value for the price and It is definitely worth considering if you are in the market for a new home espresso machine.
We bought this machine because many of our friends have breville and love it. This machine does crank out a great espresso but the maintenance and issues that come with it are just not worth it. We bought it in July of 2022, within 6 months the machine stopped working and breville sent me a new machine under warranty, which I was very grateful for. However, the steam wand on the new machine has never worked properly, getting clogged on every single cup of milk. I bought a new steam tip from breville and still no luck. We throughly clean our breville daily and run the cleaning/descale cycle when necessary, so we know this isn’t an issue. I had high hopes for this machine but will unfortunately not be buying breville again simply because a machine that costs this much ... MoreWe bought this machine because many of our friends have breville and love it. This machine does crank out a great espresso but the maintenance and issues that come with it are just not worth it. We bought it in July of 2022, within 6 months the machine stopped working and breville sent me a new machine under warranty, which I was very grateful for. However, the steam wand on the new machine has never worked properly, getting clogged on every single cup of milk. I bought a new steam tip from breville and still no luck. We throughly clean our breville daily and run the cleaning/descale cycle when necessary, so we know this isn’t an issue. I had high hopes for this machine but will unfortunately not be buying breville again simply because a machine that costs this much should not have this many issues. I wished it would have worked out better.
A couple of weeks in since delivery (matte black ss Bambino), made 25-30 shots (mainly lattes) so far. Each time I use it, I cycle on-off so it doesn't stay on sitting idle. The unit is ready to make fresh liquid gold within seconds, heats up immediately. Agree with so many of the other reviews that not much new to add in the pros or its few cons. My biggest challenge is finding the right balance of coffee volume, grind fineness and freshness. The rule of thumb in the manual is helpful. Too fine and too much, the water can't get through. Too old and too course, weak cup of joe. First world problems, really. For $500, I couldn't be more pleased for its initial delivery of a consistent cup of espresso. Only further use will tell if the unit holds up over time but I ... MoreA couple of weeks in since delivery (matte black ss Bambino), made 25-30 shots (mainly lattes) so far. Each time I use it, I cycle on-off so it doesn't stay on sitting idle. The unit is ready to make fresh liquid gold within seconds, heats up immediately. Agree with so many of the other reviews that not much new to add in the pros or its few cons. My biggest challenge is finding the right balance of coffee volume, grind fineness and freshness. The rule of thumb in the manual is helpful. Too fine and too much, the water can't get through. Too old and too course, weak cup of joe. First world problems, really. For $500, I couldn't be more pleased for its initial delivery of a consistent cup of espresso. Only further use will tell if the unit holds up over time but I expect it to. I bought a Breville centrifugal juicer well over 10 years ago, and it continues to work as well as the day I unpacked it. The more I use this brand, the more I associate its product quality with KitchenAid, whose products are about as reliable and value driven as they come in this day and age of built-to-fail throw away products. I think you will be pleased too, good luck.
I purchased a Bambino Plus in May 2022 for Mother's Day within 3 months it stopped working. All lights flashing couldn't even reset , turn off. I worked with the tech and she tried but realized it wasn't going to work, told her to replace not fix 3 month old machine and she did but it took awhile. I did have to escalate to even get this far and has to put a credit hold on my credit card so I didn't have to keep waiting. Received new machine 9/2022 - it is now 1/30/23 - 5 months later and the second Bambino Plus has the exact same problem. All lights flashing / can't turn off , reset , nothing. I've submitted a ticket online 2 days ago and haven't heard anything. Literally espresso is my joy and busy working from schedule this is not cutting it. We were considering ... MoreI purchased a Bambino Plus in May 2022 for Mother's Day within 3 months it stopped working. All lights flashing couldn't even reset , turn off. I worked with the tech and she tried but realized it wasn't going to work, told her to replace not fix 3 month old machine and she did but it took awhile. I did have to escalate to even get this far and has to put a credit hold on my credit card so I didn't have to keep waiting. Received new machine 9/2022 - it is now 1/30/23 - 5 months later and the second Bambino Plus has the exact same problem. All lights flashing / can't turn off , reset , nothing. I've submitted a ticket online 2 days ago and haven't heard anything. Literally espresso is my joy and busy working from schedule this is not cutting it. We were considering upgrading to a different machine this year but I'm so disappointed in Breville . Grumpy and uncaffeinated. Before two defective machines and poor and slow response I would have recommended the machine because it's easy to use.
The Bambino Plus and Duo-Temp Pro are priced the same. The Bambino has auto micro-foaming which is nice, but after that, the Duo-Temp excels.With the Duo-Temp, you get hotter, more flavorful coffee; which is most important.I have had a Duo-Temp for 4 years, hard water and time have impacted performance a bit, so I purchased a new Bambino Plus. In general, it makes good coffee, but my wife and I liked the older Duo-Temp results better. After a good cleaning, I had several friends over before golf and a taste test broke out.Everyone agreed that the Duo-Temp made overall better-tasting coffee. Two did like the micro-foam results of the Bambino, but that did not make the resulting coffee better than that from the Duo-Temp. (yes, we did play with the temperature of ... MoreThe Bambino Plus and Duo-Temp Pro are priced the same. The Bambino has auto micro-foaming which is nice, but after that, the Duo-Temp excels.With the Duo-Temp, you get hotter, more flavorful coffee; which is most important.I have had a Duo-Temp for 4 years, hard water and time have impacted performance a bit, so I purchased a new Bambino Plus. In general, it makes good coffee, but my wife and I liked the older Duo-Temp results better. After a good cleaning, I had several friends over before golf and a taste test broke out.Everyone agreed that the Duo-Temp made overall better-tasting coffee. Two did like the micro-foam results of the Bambino, but that did not make the resulting coffee better than that from the Duo-Temp. (yes, we did play with the temperature of the foam and coffee on the Bambino)If you are often in a rush, go Bambino. It makes good coffee.If you are retired or casual and want better-tasting coffee, go Duo-Temp.other minor things...- the water reservoir is easier to reach on the Duo-Temp- the overflow tray is larger on the Duo-Temp- the Portafilter seems nicer on my Duo-Temp- the magnet storage of the tamper is nice on the Duo-Temp- the Bambino is faster- the Bambino foaming head is nice- the Bambino is bit smaller
| Capacity | Water tank 1.9L |
| Construction Materials | Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 19.4 x 36.2 x 30.4 cm |
| Coffee Machine Type | Manual |
| Max Power | 1600W |
Like professional machines, the Bambino Plus can deliver third wave specialty coffee. This is made possible by the 4 keys formula. Delivering barista quality performance using a 54mm stainless steel portafilter with 18 grams of coffee for full flavour and a powerful hands-free automatic steam wand that makes microfoam milk for you ready for latte art. With a proprietary ThermoJet heating system the machine is ready to start in 3 seconds.
Like professional machines, the Bambino Plus can deliver third wave specialty coffee. This is made possible by the 4 keys formula. Delivering barista quality performance using a 54mm stainless steel portafilter with 18 grams of coffee for full flavour and a powerful hands-free automatic steam wand that makes microfoam milk for you ready for latte art. With a proprietary ThermoJet heating system the machine is ready to start in 3 seconds.
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Breville - Bambino Espresso Machine - Art Series
Like professional machines, the Bambino Plus can deliver third wave specialty coffee. This is made possible by the 4 keys formula. Delivering barista quality performance using a 54mm stainless steel portafilter with 18 grams of coffee for full flavour and a powerful hands-free automatic steam wand that makes microfoam milk for you ready for latte art. With a proprietary ThermoJet heating system the machine is ready to start in 3 seconds.
Like professional machines, the Bambino Plus can deliver third wave specialty coffee. This is made possible by the 4 keys formula. Delivering barista quality performance using a 54mm stainless steel portafilter with 18 grams of coffee for full flavour and a powerful hands-free automatic steam wand that makes microfoam milk for you ready for latte art. With a proprietary ThermoJet heating system the machine is ready to start in 3 seconds.
