Comparisons
Can't decide between two machines or grinders? We put the popular match-ups side by side.
Barista Express vs Barista Pro
Buy the Barista Pro for near-instant ThermoJet heat-up (~3s vs ~30s) and a clear LCD; buy the Barista Express to save money and le…
Bambino vs Bambino Plus
The Bambino Plus adds automatic milk texturing and a slightly larger tank; the base Bambino steams manually and costs less. Choose…
Barista Express vs Gaggia Classic Pro E24
The Barista Express is the easier all-in-one — built-in grinder, pressure gauge, 54mm. The Gaggia Classic Pro is a bare 58mm comme…
Gaggia Classic Pro E24 vs Rancilio Silvia
Both are 58mm single-boiler classics. The Rancilio Silvia has heavier, commercial-grade build (brass boiler) at a higher price; th…
Barista Pro vs Barista Touch
The Barista Touch adds a guided touchscreen and automatic milk over the Pro's LCD and manual wand. Pay up for the Touch if you wan…
Eureka Mignon Specialita vs Baratza Encore ESP
The Eureka Mignon Specialita (55mm flat burrs, near-stepless) is a clear precision step up; the Baratza Encore ESP (40mm conical, …