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About to pull the trigger on this – is it a good deal for $500?


Everywhere online shows the BBP $800+

Convince me to pull or not pull the trigger on this! (I won’t be using the built in grinder)

by Inevitable_Grouse

38 Comments

  5. Lumpz1

    Have had this machine for almost 2 years and it’s worth every penny.

  6. Inevitable_Grouse

    Checking out now thanks for the validation 🙏

  8. d_chevron

    I ordered this machine yesterday for what I thought was a great deal, and it still cost quite a bit more than this

  9. croatianpizzamonster

    Make sure to adjust the inner grind settings to get fine enough grounds.

  12. Morepork69

    I ran mine for three years before selling it for not much less than that. It’s a very capable machine and if we’re honest would serve most peoples needs.

  14. Mortars2020

    Please Jesus, do for me what you have done for others

  15. CedricJammackNiddle

    Yeah I got mine for $650 and thought it was a good deal. It’s not a top of the line machine, but it’s amazing for the price.

  16. OutragedBubinga

    Bought mine for $1000 CAD. It is a very enjoyable machine. The best mid-consumer level IMO. Super quick heating, nice steaming pressure, simple to use, customizable pre infusion and shot time. I don’t regret buying it. The grinder kinda sucks though. With all the money you saved I’d buy at the very least the standalone Breville grinder or go with a DF64 and be good for a long while.

    Don’t forget to buy fresh good quality beans from a roaster near you for the best experience 🙂

  17. OlyVirg

    Yes. This is where I got mine. Get it dialed, and enjoy.

  18. TrubaTorchit

    Don’t ruin it with hard water! Don’t skip descaling at least 🙂

  19. mtmc99

    Hell yeah. We love our Breville and were hyped when we got it for $550

  21. OutflyingA320

    I wish they would’ve had a Pro when I was looking, I got a Barista Express Impress for that price and thought I got a heck of a deal, that’s a steal for a Pro!!!

  22. Jazzlike-Injury3214

    Great price…I have this model for 4 years and use the grinder…no problems at all…the grinder has multiple settings and I am sure you can find one you like…

  23. LivingJaguar777

    Worst machine ever, pay more for the mara x with a good grinder

  24. kitty_and_bear

    Does anyone know of any for this deal of a price but that look more similar to a La Marzocco?

  27. midlax

    Absolutely great purchase. This was my first machine and after a few years you’ll start to get an itch for a more dialed in setup but this one is perfect to practice and get prepared for a more serious setup with. It helps you not only dial in your prep but also your steaming and the one people often forget: cleaning! After this bad boy, you’ll be making great espresso and ready for the big leagues. Though you won’t necessarily need to join the big leagues, you’ll certainly have the desire.

  31. Ed_the_chosen_one

    My local TJ Maxx has these all the time…just saw the same one for the same price last week.

  33. redrich2000

    OP, if you don’t buy the machine, the story ends, you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You do buy the espresso machine, you stay in wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.

  35. NRVOUSNSFW

    Caution: You won’t be able to fix it yourself.

  37. beefypicks

    I got one from home goods today for $499 as well. They had 4. Probably could of scooped them all and sold for like $700

  38. KriticalFear

    Got mine from home goods as well. It’s a great purchase!

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