Breville BES876BSS Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine
- Built-in conical burr grinder, 25 grind settings
- 250g bean hopper
- 54mm stainless steel portafilter
- Assisted tamping, 10kg pressure with a 7 degree twist
- Thermocoil heating with PID control
- Single or double shot presets, volumetric shot control
- Manual steam wand for milk microfoam
- Semi-automatic, brushed stainless steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A semi-automatic machine that grinds, doses and tamps for you while leaving the shot and the milk in your hands. Wattage, water tank size, dimensions and warranty are missing from the listing.
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ASIN: B0BBYNPV33Category: Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
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Overview
Not a push-button super-automatic, the Barista Express Impress is a semi-automatic espresso machine with a conical burr grinder built in. Its Impress puck system measures the dose and then an assisted tamp presses the coffee, while you steam milk by hand with the wand.
Guided dosing and assisted tamping remove the steps that trip up new home baristas, while the manual wand and adjustable temperature leave room to learn. The listing omits power draw, water tank size and footprint, so counter space needs checking elsewhere.
Who it's for
Home coffee drinkers moving from pods to real espresso, who want help with dose and tamp, match this machine. People who want drinks made at the touch of a button, or who already own a dedicated grinder, have less use for it.
Pros and cons
- Grinder built into the machine
- Auto Dose Correct adjusts the next shot
- Assisted tamping for even pucks
- PID temperature control
- Wattage, tank size and dimensions not listed
- Milk steaming takes manual practice
- Free coffee requires product registration
Performance notes
Shot quality is governed by grind size and dose, which the conical burr and smart dosing set together, with the machine correcting the next dose from the last. The assisted tamp applies the same pressure and twist every time, so puck density is consistent. Thermocoil heating with PID control manages temperature, flow rate and contact time, and milk texture depends entirely on how you work the steam wand.
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Capacity & performance | |
| Heating system | Thermocoil with PID control |
| Construction & materials | |
| Exterior Finish | Brushed Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter |
| Other details | |
| Grinder type | Integrated conical burr |
| Grind settings | 25 |
| Milk frothing | Manual steam wand |
| Shot options | Preset single or double shot, customizable volumetric control |
| Tamping | Assisted, 10kg pressure, 7 degree twist |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Breville Barista Express Impress?
The listing names a 54mm stainless steel portafilter. Two bags of specialty coffee come after you register the machine. No milk jug, cleaning kit or water filter is listed.
Is the Breville Barista Express Impress fully automatic?
No. It is semi-automatic: it grinds, doses and assists the tamp, but you run the shot from the presets and steam milk yourself.
How does Auto Dose Correct work on the Barista Express Impress?
The smart dosing system calculates the amount of coffee for each dose and auto corrects the next one, so you do not measure grounds by hand.
Can I change the brew temperature on the Breville BES876BSS?
Yes. Adjustable brew temperature is among the listed settings, with the Thermocoil system and PID control managing temperature.