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Bella Pro Series Espresso Machine w/ 20 Bar Pressure (Stainless Steel)

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Best Buy has Bella Pro Series Espresso Machine w/ 20 Bar Pressure (Stainless Steel, 90196) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free for My Best Buy Members (free to join).

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About this Item:
  • 20-bar high pressure pump delivers the perfect shot every time
  • Programmable single and double shot options. Dual spout brews two cups of espresso at once
  • Integrated steam want with 360° swivel action for perfectly texturized microfoam and doubles as an instant hot water dispenser
  • Consistently hot espresso and heated top plate to keep your cups warm
  • Large removable 1.7L (57-oz.) water tank
  • 52mm aluminum diecast portafilter

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Written by ValPal2011 | Staff
  • Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • Offer valid through July 12th at 10pm PT or while supplies last.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the forum thread for discussion.

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Best Buy has Bella Pro Series Espresso Machine w/ 20 Bar Pressure (Stainless Steel, 90196) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free for My Best Buy Members (free to join).

Thanks to Deal Editor johnny_miller for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • 20-bar high pressure pump delivers the perfect shot every time
  • Programmable single and double shot options. Dual spout brews two cups of espresso at once
  • Integrated steam want with 360° swivel action for perfectly texturized microfoam and doubles as an instant hot water dispenser
  • Consistently hot espresso and heated top plate to keep your cups warm
  • Large removable 1.7L (57-oz.) water tank
  • 52mm aluminum diecast portafilter

Editor's Notes

Written by ValPal2011 | Staff
  • Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • Offer valid through July 12th at 10pm PT or while supplies last.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the forum thread for discussion.

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Thaineseguy
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Nespresso is different from a regular espresso machine because they're specific pods carefully designed by Nespresso to achieve a certain flavor profile (and they're very good). A google search will show that the ideal pressure for brewing a shot of espresso is between 7-11 bar, however this is a very subjective topic and why espresso/coffee is so fun and versatile. Also having a 20bar machine doesn't mean you'll always be brewing at 20 bars of pressure. I just means the pump is capable of producing that amount of pressure. You can adjust with grind size and tamp pressure to play around with extraction to find what you like. There's really no right way to brew espresso, only the way you like it.
FockingHostile
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Figured I'd go through the reviews at Best buy since there's a lot of speculation on here. So it seems like there were some faulty units out of the box which people could have just returned but left one star reviews anyway. And then there's some other reviews that seem mostly like user error. And then there's an overwhelming majority of excellent reviews for the unit. including one that says you can use many styles of coffee, I can't speak to the truth of that you can buy espresso ground if buying a $200 grinder is a deal breaker for you. another customer compares it to his much more expensive breville machine and says it's just as good. also another customer says that he is drinking coffee daily of all types for basically his entire life and he finds this unit to produce a great quality brew.

personally I don't mind taking a chance for 30 bucks.

they even throw in two months of a cooking streaming service for free lol.
c-mac13
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Are you suggesting 20 bars is a lot of pressure or a little pressure?

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Jul 12, 2024 12:31 PM
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VeeTeeFJul 12, 2024 12:31 PM
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Quote from cameronfield :
To anyone buying this, adjust your expectations. Also note that you need a special grinder to get good results from any espresso machine. A cheap blade grinder won't work, you need a good burr grinder that goes fine enough. Most of these are $200+.

I just want people to have realistic expectations and not be disappointed!
The OXO conical burr grinder is pretty solid for $100 and is occasionally on sale for $60.
Jul 12, 2024 12:36 PM
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ForgotMyOwnNameJul 12, 2024 12:36 PM
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Quote from Superorb :
20bars is 300psi... Little excessive for espresso.
So not good to buy?
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Jul 12, 2024 12:37 PM
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ForgotMyOwnNameJul 12, 2024 12:37 PM
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Quote from bajanboy5809 :
I am sure it is junk but will probably make a good gift.
Are you sure it's junk?
I'm planning to buy
Please advise
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Jul 12, 2024 12:49 PM
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FockingHostileJul 12, 2024 12:49 PM
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Quote from painkillah :
I love my moka pot. I have talked myself out of buying one of these many times. Hard to pass at this price.
Yeah moka pots cost this much now
Jul 12, 2024 12:53 PM
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FockingHostileJul 12, 2024 12:53 PM
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Quote from ForgotMyOwnName :
Are you sure it's junk?
I'm planning to buy
Please advise
One random guy on slick deals or a hundred plus reviews on Best buy.
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FockingHostileJul 12, 2024 12:59 PM
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Figured I'd go through the reviews at Best buy since there's a lot of speculation on here. So it seems like there were some faulty units out of the box which people could have just returned but left one star reviews anyway. And then there's some other reviews that seem mostly like user error. And then there's an overwhelming majority of excellent reviews for the unit. including one that says you can use many styles of coffee, I can't speak to the truth of that you can buy espresso ground if buying a $200 grinder is a deal breaker for you. another customer compares it to his much more expensive breville machine and says it's just as good. also another customer says that he is drinking coffee daily of all types for basically his entire life and he finds this unit to produce a great quality brew.

personally I don't mind taking a chance for 30 bucks.

they even throw in two months of a cooking streaming service for free lol.
Last edited by FockingHostile July 12, 2024 at 07:09 AM.
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Jul 12, 2024 01:25 PM
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cameronfieldJul 12, 2024 01:25 PM
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Quote from VeeTeeF :
The OXO conical burr grinder is pretty solid for $100 and is occasionally on sale for $60.
A quick google and reading reviews, many of them state it does not grind find enough for espresso. You will see many conical burr grinders that claim to grind fine enough for espresso, but that is simply not the case. Trust me, I tried to get good espresso with a Baratza Encore which is one of the best mid-range grinders. I ended up getting the DF64 for espresso, total game changer. Night and day difference between the grind quality and consistency. I'm speaking from experience!
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Wookiestick
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Jul 12, 2024 01:28 PM
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I bought one-- kinda nervous whether it will last but this will be my first espresso machine. What kind of coffee should I buy for this?
Jul 12, 2024 01:31 PM
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abhishekjayswalJul 12, 2024 01:31 PM
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Can this use K Cups?
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Jul 12, 2024 01:36 PM
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whirlybird720Jul 12, 2024 01:36 PM
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eff it, in for 1. if my wife only makes 4 lattes before it breaks, it'll still be cheaper than her daily starbucks sugar drink addiction.
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samgotit
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Jul 12, 2024 01:38 PM
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Quote from cameronfield :
A quick google and reading reviews, many of them state it does not grind find enough for espresso. You will see many conical burr grinders that claim to grind fine enough for espresso, but that is simply not the case. Trust me, I tried to get good espresso with a Baratza Encore which is one of the best mid-range grinders. I ended up getting the DF64 for espresso, total game changer. Night and day difference between the grind quality and consistency. I'm speaking from experience!
Prime day is coming. There's a 99% chance the better hand grinders will go on sale (Timemore ESP, 1Zpresso, etc.) I'm guessing for under $100.

And even with hand grinders one has to be sure they are specifically for espresso. I would, without hesitation, pay more for a hand grinder than the actual machine if I were beginning with espresso. I also have the Encore (none ESP). You are right, It's not doing an espresso grind. Period. Not a surprise since it's not made for it.

Time, dose, and grind size are 89.665% of home espresso with cheaper machines, and it can be shockingly good.
Last edited by samgotit July 12, 2024 at 07:46 AM.
Jul 12, 2024 01:42 PM
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Big0rangeJul 12, 2024 01:42 PM
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I didn't want to by this, but after 20 bars I felt pressured.
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mitun733Jul 12, 2024 01:48 PM
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Quote from painkillah :
I love my moka pot. I have talked myself out of buying one of these many times. Hard to pass at this price.
The coffee out of this will taste worse than your moka pot
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cameronfieldJul 12, 2024 01:48 PM
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Quote from samgotit :
Prime day is coming. There's a 99% chance the better hand grinders will go on sale (Timemore ESP, 1Zpresso, etc.) I'm guessing for under $100.

And even with hand grinders one has to be sure they are specifically for espresso. I would, without hesitation, pay more for a hand grinder than the actual machine if I were beginning with espresso. I also have the Encore (none ESP). You are right, It's not doing an espresso grind. Period. Not a surprise since it's not made for it.

Time, dose, and grind size are 89.665% of home espresso with cheaper machines, and it can be shockingly good.
I agree with you on everything! I honestly forgot about hand grinders, I would also highly recommend a good hand grinder vs a cheaper non-espresso capable burr grinder.

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