Last night, was setting up the bar area for both a photoshoot later today, and also a small focus group coming over to test these budget espresso machines. Missing from the pic: a Flair Neo Flex $100 manual, portable espresso maker.
Today is the last day for the huge Breville sale in the USA on all their Barista Line machines, and the Bambino Plus. All are 20% off, until Midnight EDT time tonight. So if you've been on the fence, time to make the click or pass the deal.
We've detailed each machine up on offer, showing the benefits and detriments.
Due for an update soon, possibly in the next few weeks: CoffeeGeek's Best Budget Espresso Machines for 2024 Feature Guide. If you're looking for a tried and tested bargain in the espresso machine category, this is the only list you need.
A fresh first look at the most popular espresso machine in the world: the Breville Barista Express. We are also working on a new Full Review for the machine.
Here's CoffeeGeek comprehensive First Look at the new 2023 Gaggia Classic Evo Pro espresso machine.
Has Gaggia lived up to expectations? Have they delivered a nicely matured version of a machine they've been selling for 45 years? Our First Look does dive into this.
Just finished refurbishing my late 60s La Pavoni Europiccola espresso machine.
Redid the wiring, repainted, new handles and base, all new seals, added a better switch system, swapped for a stronger heater, added a thermal fuse, etc.