Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine BES500DBL
- 54 mm portafilter, 19 g dose
- 3 second heat up, ThermoJet heating system
- PID temperature control, low pressure pre-infusion
- Automatic steam wand, adjustable milk temperature and texture
- 1 or 2 cup shots, single and dual wall baskets
- 1560 W, 110 to 120 V
- 14.25 x 7.5 x 12 in, 11 lb
- 2 year limited warranty
Updated 3 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact semi automatic espresso machine that heats fast and textures milk on its own, suited to lattes in a small kitchen. It has no grinder, so freshly ground coffee means buying one separately.
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ASIN: B0BDMTKF5BModel: BES500DBL
Overview
Small kitchens with little counter room get a full espresso setup in the Breville Bambino Plus. A ThermoJet heater reaches brewing temperature in seconds, a pre-infusion stage wets the grounds before full pressure, and an automatic steam wand textures milk for lattes and cappuccinos.
Fast heat up and hands off milk texturing make morning lattes quick, even for a beginner learning to pull shots. There is no built in grinder, so shot quality rests on the grinder and beans you pair with it.
Who it's for
Apartment and small kitchen owners who want cafe style milk drinks without waiting for a boiler to warm. People who want a one button bean to cup machine should look at a model with a built in grinder.
Pros and cons
- Heats to brewing temperature in seconds
- Automatic wand textures milk hands free
- Auto purge resets temperature after steaming
- Pre-infusion for even extraction
- No built in grinder
- Water tank size not listed
- Listing gives two different wattage figures
- Steaming and brewing run one after the other
Performance notes
Shot quality is governed by grind size and dose, since the PID only holds water temperature steady. Pre-infusion soaks the puck at low pressure first, which reduces channeling from uneven tamping. After steaming, the heater purges itself so the next shot is not brewed too hot.
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Model | BES500DBL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Coffee_filter_size | #4 |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 14.25"D x 7.5"W x 12"H |
| Item Weight | 11 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | AC adapter |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Wattage | 1100 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Damson Blue |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 Year Limited Product Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Input Type | ground |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Item Type Name | COFFEE_MAKER |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Automatic Milk Steam Wand |
| Style | Modern |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Breville Bambino Plus have a built in grinder?
No. It takes ground coffee only. A dose adjust tool and tamper are included, but beans must be ground separately.
What comes with the Breville BES500DBL?
Single and dual wall filter baskets for one and two cups, a 16 fl oz / 480 ml stainless steel milk jug, a tamper, a dose adjust tool, a cleaning disc and a cleaning tool.
Why does the Bambino Plus release water after steaming milk?
The auto purge feature flushes the heating system after steaming so the next espresso is extracted at the right temperature.