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Breville Bambino Espresso Machine (Brushed Stainless Steel)

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Best Buy has Breville Bambino Espresso Machine (BES450BSS1BUS1) on sale for $249.95. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • Designed to use the right dose of freshly ground beans, ensure precise temperature control, optimal water pressure and create true microfoam milk essential for latte art
  • Innovative ThermoJet heating system achieves the optimum extraction temperature in 3 seconds
  • Thermojet powered steam wand creates silky microfoam milk required for latte art. Made with powerful steam pressure at 266˚F
  • Full bodied coffee with rich and complex flavors is created using the ideal 18g dose delivered by a commercial style 54mm portafilter
  • Digital Temperature Control (PID) delivers water at the exact temperature for precise extraction. Low pressure pre-infusion, followed by a high pressure 9 bar extraction process delivered via 15 bar Italian pump
  • Convenient one-touch 1 & 2 cup volumetric control, steam and hot water

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  • Our research indicates that this offer is $50.04 lower (17% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $299.99.
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Best Buy has Breville Bambino Espresso Machine (BES450BSS1BUS1) on sale for $249.95. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member killjoy1970 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Designed to use the right dose of freshly ground beans, ensure precise temperature control, optimal water pressure and create true microfoam milk essential for latte art
  • Innovative ThermoJet heating system achieves the optimum extraction temperature in 3 seconds
  • Thermojet powered steam wand creates silky microfoam milk required for latte art. Made with powerful steam pressure at 266˚F
  • Full bodied coffee with rich and complex flavors is created using the ideal 18g dose delivered by a commercial style 54mm portafilter
  • Digital Temperature Control (PID) delivers water at the exact temperature for precise extraction. Low pressure pre-infusion, followed by a high pressure 9 bar extraction process delivered via 15 bar Italian pump
  • Convenient one-touch 1 & 2 cup volumetric control, steam and hot water

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $50.04 lower (17% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $299.99.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion. 

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The Bambino is a compact espresso machine that stands out for fast heat up, solid shots, and easy hot water for americanos or tea. Paired with a decent grinder, it can make café style drinks quickly, and the milk frothing is good enough for home use even if it trails pricier models. The main limits are minimal temperature control and a workflow that can feel clunky for long coffees. It is a strong value if speed and espresso quality matter more than extra features.

  • The ThermoJet system can heat water quickly for faster espresso and milk drinks.

  • The hot-water dispenser can provide immediate hot water for americanos and quick tea.

  • The Bambino can produce espresso shots comparable to a higher priced Barista Pro.

  • The puck removal workflow can be easy, with pucks falling out after a light tap.

  • The espresso results can depend heavily on grinder and bean quality, limiting gains from the machine alone.

  • The machine lacks temperature control, so water temperature cannot be adjusted precisely.

  • The long-espresso workflow can require two steps, which slows down making a single long drink.

  • The plastic water container can crack on a used "like new" unit, creating a reliability concern.

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Mar 18, 2026 6:30 PM
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francoisMar 18, 2026 6:30 PM
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Quote from dkgood View quoted comment :
What's a good reasonably price grinder to go with this
I love our Baratza grinder.
Got it free on facebook and fixed it. Baratza sells all the parts at reasonable price and provides instructions. These are designed to be serviced.
We have the Encore and while i was fixing it upgraded the burr to the one from the ESP to get even finer grind perfect for espresso.
The also have the bambino and it's a good value expresso machine. Makes very decent espresso, quickly at a reasonable price.
Mar 18, 2026 6:45 PM
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Alpha-LeaderMar 18, 2026 6:45 PM
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I have been team pourover for years and got this when it was the same price last year. Our baby was born a few weeks later, and this thing has been a lifesaver for us...I thought espresso was going to be an occasional thing and that was why I didn't bother with it before. This has upended everything in my coffee journey, and I have not made a pourover since I got it.
Mar 18, 2026 6:48 PM
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salincerMar 18, 2026 6:48 PM
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I bought the $400 Bambino plus version. Instead of this. I like the idea of, some special valve that allows for drier pucks, auto milk frothing, and a slightly larger tank capacity.

I am new to espresso gang, but I personally bought a hand crank grinder - TIMEMORE C5 ESP Pro. I am currently pulling pretty good shots from an old breville espresso machine. It does take about 2 minutes of crankin' for 13g of beans.
Mar 18, 2026 6:51 PM
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spaaarky21Mar 18, 2026 6:51 PM
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Quote from PaperPlate View quoted comment :
It's all about the grind and quality beans. The espresso machine isn't doing that much work. Look up reviews of the $50 Aldi espresso machine paired with a $1000 grinder. It pulls a pretty good shot.

That said, we have a bambino plus paired with a bratza encore esp and we love it. Thinking of picking this up. Thanks OP
It's weird that this got thumbs downed. The grinder is the most important part by far. There is simply no way to extract good expresso from poorly ground coffee. With that said, it's not really about the price of the grinder. Electric grinders are weirdly expensive for what they are but you can get a great hand grinder for a fraction of the price. I would recommend a 1Zpresso J-series (roughly $150 to $250) or KINGrinder for ~$100.
Mar 18, 2026 8:08 PM
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joshuaNHMar 18, 2026 8:08 PM
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Quote from dkgood View quoted comment :
What's a good reasonably price grinder to go with this
So this is about as good as it gets... I also like this name brand.

https://www.amazon.com/SHARDOR-Pr...66&sr=8-27
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Mar 18, 2026 8:11 PM
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joshuaNHMar 18, 2026 8:11 PM
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Quote from spaaarky21 View quoted comment :
It's weird that this got thumbs downed. The grinder is the most important part by far. There is simply no way to extract good expresso from poorly ground coffee. With that said, it's not really about the price of the grinder. Electric grinders are weirdly expensive for what they are but you can get a great hand grinder for a fraction of the price. I would recommend a 1Zpresso J-series (roughly $150 to $250) or KINGrinder for ~$100.
How do your grinder's compare? I'm not into the manual thing.

https://www.amazon.com/SHARDOR-Pr...66&sr=8-27
Mar 18, 2026 8:40 PM
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bobz909Mar 18, 2026 8:40 PM
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Mar 18, 2026 9:34 PM
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BruceInColaMar 18, 2026 9:34 PM
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Quote from dkgood View quoted comment :
What's a good reasonably price grinder to go with this
Mar 18, 2026 9:55 PM
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spaaarky21Mar 18, 2026 9:55 PM
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Quote from joshuaNH View quoted comment :

How do your grinder's compare? I'm not into the manual thing.

https://www.amazon.com/SHARDOR-Pr...66&sr=8-27
It's hard to say. I've never heard of that before and based on the all caps name, I would guess that it's a generic grinder that an Amazon reseller put their name on. Could be okay. Could be terrible for espresso grinds. Could vary based on the exact grinder you get. Even popular generic Chinese grinders sold under multiple brand names can be a little hit or miss.

For roughly that price, I would look for an used or open box DF54 branded MiiCoffee or Turin. The DF grinders are kind of the standard cheap grinder recommendation.
With that said, 1Zpresso makes/uses very good burrs. It would almost certainly give you better results.
Mar 18, 2026 11:26 PM
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BeautifulBird376Mar 18, 2026 11:26 PM
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Quote from tauntaun View quoted comment :
I've been enjoying mine since picking it up on Black Friday. If you frequent coffee shops it will pay for itself.
I already had an OXO grinder that does okay on its finest setting. I get Peet's Major Dickinson's Dark Roast from Costco per Reddit recommendation.
The steamer can provide hot water on demand which is nice for Americano or a quick cup of tea. No more waiting for the electric kettle to boil. Also steaming milk for a little hot cocoa for the kids is nice.
I should have gotten something like it sooner. Not a shill, I just like practical stuff.
I prefer robusta beans. It has great taste, IMHO
Mar 18, 2026 11:39 PM
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KNlCKSMar 18, 2026 11:39 PM
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Quote from Alpha-Leader View quoted comment :
I have been team pourover for years and got this when it was the same price last year. Our baby was born a few weeks later, and this thing has been a lifesaver for us...I thought espresso was going to be an occasional thing and that was why I didn't bother with it before. This has upended everything in my coffee journey, and I have not made a pourover since I got it.
Hey I'm a pour over guy too have so many different ones hario, kalita, aeropress etc. mind I ask why no more pour overs? Are you making americanos with this bambino?
Mar 18, 2026 11:55 PM
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Alpha-LeaderMar 18, 2026 11:55 PM
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Quote from KNlCKS View quoted comment :
Hey I'm a pour over guy too have so many different ones hario, kalita, aeropress etc. mind I ask why no more pour overs? Are you making americanos with this bambino?
I have all those too. Pivoted to espresso shots and milk drinks these days. Being able to pull a quick shot and pour it into anything is really convenient. This model instantly heats water too so I don't need to wait for something like a kettle or boiler too heat up. The water dispenser alone is great too because when I am cooking and need instant hot water to help mix a powder or stock, it's available right when I need it.

For the price, I am impressed. My wife doesn't like coffee like I do and rolled her eyes when I purchased this. Even she agrees this was one of the most useful buys from last year.
Last edited by Alpha-Leader March 18, 2026 at 05:02 PM.
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Mar 19, 2026 1:02 AM
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pandanubMar 19, 2026 1:02 AM
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Quote from PaperPlate View quoted comment :
It's all about the grind and quality beans. The espresso machine isn't doing that much work. Look up reviews of the $50 Aldi espresso machine paired with a $1000 grinder. It pulls a pretty good shot.

That said, we have a bambino plus paired with a bratza encore esp and we love it. Thinking of picking this up. Thanks OP
Not sure why you're getting downvoted to oblivion lmao, my df54 and stilosa with a bottomless portafilter makes espresso that tastes the same as my friend's he makes with a linea mini
Mar 19, 2026 1:18 AM
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joshuaNHMar 19, 2026 1:18 AM
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Quote from spaaarky21 View quoted comment :
It's hard to say. I've never heard of that before and based on the all caps name, I would guess that it's a generic grinder that an Amazon reseller put their name on. Could be okay. Could be terrible for espresso grinds. Could vary based on the exact grinder you get. Even popular generic Chinese grinders sold under multiple brand names can be a little hit or miss.

For roughly that price, I would look for an used or open box DF54 branded MiiCoffee or Turin. The DF grinders are kind of the standard cheap grinder recommendation.
With that said, 1Zpresso makes/uses very good burrs. It would almost certainly give you better results.
The "Budget Beast": Shardor 64mm Flat Burr

This is the model getting the most attention right now. It is essentially a plastic-bodied alternative to much more expensive grinders like the DF64 or Mazzer.

The Big Draw: It features standard 64mm flat burrs, which are the gold standard for high-end home espresso. Crucially, these burrs are swappable—meaning you can eventually upgrade them to premium SSP burrs.

Performance: Users report it grinds incredibly fast (about 2g/second) and produces grounds consistent enough to "choke" high-end espresso machines, which is rare for a grinder under $200.

The Trade-off: To keep the price low, the exterior is mostly plastic. Reliability is still a bit of a question mark compared to established brands like Baratza or Eureka, and some users have noted the motor's RPM can be inconsistent.

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Mar 19, 2026 1:20 AM
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joshuaNHMar 19, 2026 1:20 AM
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Quote from spaaarky21 View quoted comment :
It's hard to say. I've never heard of that before and based on the all caps name, I would guess that it's a generic grinder that an Amazon reseller put their name on. Could be okay. Could be terrible for espresso grinds. Could vary based on the exact grinder you get. Even popular generic Chinese grinders sold under multiple brand names can be a little hit or miss.

For roughly that price, I would look for an used or open box DF54 branded MiiCoffee or Turin. The DF grinders are kind of the standard cheap grinder recommendation.
With that said, 1Zpresso makes/uses very good burrs. It would almost certainly give you better results.
Shardor is a relatively young Chinese company that follows the "factory-to-consumer" model. While many established coffee brands (like Baratza or Gaggia) are design-heavy companies that outsource manufacturing, Shardor appears to be the direct consumer-facing brand for a large manufacturing operation.

Here is the lowdown on the company itself:
Who They Are

The Parent Company: They are formally known as Changsha Shardor Electrical Appliance Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2018 and headquartered in Hunan, China.

The Business Model: Unlike brands that just slap a logo on a generic product, Shardor acts as both a manufacturer and a distributor. They have a massive production capacity (up to 100,000 units per month) and export to the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

The Strategy: They focus on "omnichannel" sales—primarily Amazon, Walmart, and AliExpress. By cutting out the middleman and using more plastic in their housings, they can offer features (like 64mm flat burrs) at about 40% of the price of Western competitors

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