Best Breville Coffee Machines

I’ve been using the Breville Barista Express for 4 days and I’m genuinely impressed. As someone new to making coffee at home after relying heavily on… Read more

automatic pod machines, it strikes a great balance between being beginner-friendly and producing café-quality coffee.

The built-in grinder is convenient and lets you grind fresh beans for every shot, which makes a noticeable difference in flavour. The steam wand creates smooth, silky microfoam that’s perfect for cappuccinos and lattes, and after a bit of practice I’ve been able to achieve excellent results.

The machine feels solid, looks great, and offers enough manual control to improve skills without being overwhelming. Cleaning is straightforward, and the maintenance reminders are helpful.

If you’re looking to move beyond pod machines and learn the art of espresso without spending thousands on commercial equipment, the Breville Barista Express is an excellent investment. It has completely changed my coffee routine, I no longer want to have coffee from cafes since this coffee taste exactly the same.. highly highly recommend

I would prefer to rate 0 star not 1. I bought it from JB HIFI today (20/06/2026). As per instruction. for first time , it takes 10 minutes for… Read more

water to reach 93 degree , which then ready to use. I waited for 1 hour, but water temperature didn't go above 73!!! . I did reset , but same problem. So it failed even before first use !!!! I would expect some defects after 1 or 2 years but never expeciting this level of poor quality. Seems Breville does not have any sort of QA in factory!!! Returning tomorrow and I am done with any product of Breville.

I have had this machine for approx. two and a half years, (the guarantee is for two years) when the frother started malfunctioning, and I was getting… Read more

an error message 'attach steam tip'? I use the machine for one coffee a day, occasionally two, and it is cleaned and descaled regularly as reminded by the automatically generated message. I contacted Nespresso re this fault, and they were great! I can't fault them. I packed up the machine and took it to the post office to be sent off for repair four days ago, postage is covered by Nespresso. (I had to buy a box and bubble wrap from Bunnings for approx. $6.00). Today I have received notification that it has been fixed and will be delivered back to me today, just in time for the weekend! I have been very happy with my purchase and really impressed that I wasn't out of pocket for the repair, and the quick turnaround. Hopefully my machine will last for many more years.

Awesome machine! It makes excellent coffee works great out the box noise level is OK but for half the price of a 700$ minus the grinder and etc. It's… Read more

a awesome machine for only 500$ which I got it for 350$ but it's probably the best machine for a 500$ and under price point and it makes the best. Coffee of my life barista level for only 350$

This is my firs love – I enjoy this machine very much, I bought it from Amazon where I found is the cheapest price Show details

Excellent - don't waste thousands on expensive machines you only use 1-2 times per day. This machine is now 6 years old, I've just replaced the… Read more

group head seal for $25 and it works flawlessly every single day for the last 6 years, and before that our last one lasted 7 years. I've saved tens of thousands over the past 13 years on these two machines. If my wife and I each bought one a coffee a day from a Starbucks etc say average cost over past 13 years is $4 for a flat white, that would equate to $37,960 (yep thirty seven THOUSAND dollars over 13 years) or I could buy a $700 Breville and fresh beans every week - and woohoo savings all the way down....

This Machine has been going strong for over 5 years now with no issues. Doing the usual maintenance and cleaning and its still working like its brand… Read more

new.

It has decent enough features and it's always nice being able to instantly steam the milk during or right after pulling a shot. If you're a DIYer you can also implement quite a few mods to give it even more features and functions. For the price this is an excellent machine. Whether this is the best option now in 2025 - probably not but if you do get it know that this coffee machine can pull excellent shots when paired with a more capable grinder and will last quite a while.

The grinder is great for its price and features, but once you delve deeper into the coffee world you will quickly realise its limitations and will eventually be looking for something better.

Great coffee machine at the start, then........... Purchased 3.5 years ago. After first 1.5 years it had major overheating issues so reached out to… Read more

support and had an expensive service. Another year later the same issue but now the actual casing is melting due to the heat and we can't use. Reached out again to Breville Support providing the previous case numbers, photos etc. Their response was "Can you tell me what the issue is?" They obviously hadn't read the case (or previous case) notes or looked at the pics or information provided.

Customer "Support" eventually provided a 3rd party service company after requesting again (service provider different to the first time) and a $900 quote later aparantly it's my issue "your responsibility out of warranty" with no regard to fire safety or a faulty machine breaking down every year since purchase. Overheating is a common issue apparantly and Breville ignore the problem and don't stand by their product.

For a $3K machine you would expect it to last longer than 2 years and have ongoing over heating issues every year since to a point where the metal casing is melting.

Do your math before investing in Breville's expensive Coffee Machines. Their products are amazing when they work but they dont work for long and cost a fortune.

It is also dissapointing that they don't care about fire risks and customer safety.

After using the Breville The Barista Express Impress BES876 for several months, I can confidently say it has transformed my morning coffee routine.… Read more

As someone who enjoys espresso-based drinks but doesn't have professional barista experience, I found this machine to be an excellent balance between automation and hands-on coffee making.

One of the standout features is the Impress Puck System. It takes much of the guesswork out of dosing and tamping, helping create a consistent coffee puck every time. Before using this machine, I often struggled with uneven tamping and messy preparation, but the BES876 makes the process cleaner and far more reliable.

The built-in grinder is another highlight. Freshly grinding beans directly into the portafilter noticeably improves flavor and aroma compared to pre-ground coffee. The grind adjustment settings allow for fine-tuning, making it easy to experiment with different beans and achieve the desired extraction.

Espresso quality has been impressive. The machine produces rich, flavorful shots with a thick crema when paired with quality coffee beans. Temperature stability has been excellent, and once I learned the basics of dialing in my grind settings, I was able to consistently make café-quality drinks at home.

The steam wand performs very well for milk-based beverages. It creates smooth microfoam suitable for cappuccinos and lattes, and while it requires some practice, the results are rewarding. Making latte art became much easier as my technique improved.

Build quality feels premium throughout. The stainless-steel construction gives the machine a solid and durable feel, and the controls are intuitive enough that new users can become comfortable with them fairly quickly. Maintenance is straightforward, with clear reminders for cleaning cycles and descaling.

While the machine occupies a fair amount of counter space and carries a higher upfront cost than basic coffee makers, it easily justifies the investment for anyone who regularly buys espresso drinks from coffee shops. Over time, the savings and convenience add up significantly.

Overall, my experience with the Breville The Barista Express Impress BES876 has been outstanding. It delivers excellent espresso, simplifies the preparation process, and provides an enjoyable coffee-making experience that bridges the gap between beginner-friendly convenience and genuine barista-style control.

The coffee this machine yields is bad. Inbuilt grinder is subpar Expensive for a single boiler Milk frothing is okay… Configuration is sufficient… Read more

but not enough ability to change pressure and try to mediate the bad coffee output.

Then a part needed replacing after 2 and a half years… standard low quality construction.

$250 to fix it. Allegedly. Found a repair video online that delivered the part in one day for $45 and provided a step-by-step video.

Unfortunately that tutorial didn‘t cover how to buy a machine. Would never have bought this thing in the first place

I bought this machine to replace my Barista Express (which has been falling apart on me gradually over 5 years), so I'm uniquely placed to offer a… Read more

comparison if you are trying to decide between models.

Know that any of these machines are probably going to die within 3-5yrs, and its a bit of luck which component dies as to whether the machine is still usable.. and its unlikely a repair is worth while.. so although I am a fan of the Pro... there is definitely merit in buying the Express version because the $ value is superb.

But.. there are many reasons why you might choose the Barista Pro.. the biggest ones are it has a better grinder (vs the express which was a bit crude and got out of alignment from time to time), the Pro also heats up near instantly which is a luxury but still nice.. but more importantly its a more even heat which in theory (and according to reviewers) means less randomness when you pull a shot.. its just a better machine...

I stressed out when I first used the Pro, because a) the grouphead wont even turn beyond a few degrees.. I dunno why Breville make their machines so tight to use, but you don't actually need to turn it far, just if its snug its fine.. it will loosen up over the years.. but also when I first started making coffee my coffee was coming out terribly.. like.. even after dialling everything in, only a small volume was coming out.. I thought my machine was defective.. BUT... here is the cool thing about the pro.. you can manually adjust the volume of water that comes out when you click the 1cup or 2cup button.. so actually you can tweak things yourself which I have now done and feeling great! However that process even for a relatively experienced home barista took me quite a few hours and youtube videos.. a bag of beans getting it wrong.. but I have it now.. but if you are totally new, this could definitely be a barrier for you.. but it can be overcome if your heart is in it =)

Overall very happy.. just need to see what the longjevity is like, the more electronics on a machine the more risk I feel that things can fail.. but having had fancy brand machines in the past, I am very much a fan of the Breville range.

Just wait till you pour a shot and then are forbidden from steaming your milk while the machine performs some cryptic semaphore. You’ll feel full Ted Kazinsky rage at the machine controlling you

Great when it works... unfortunately I've had about 3 or 4 of these machines now and they keep breaking, very unreliable and a massive faff to return it to Nespresso each time. Would never buy again Show details

Great machine, easy to use, easy to maintain. Makes great coffee. I would happily recommend this machine to friends looking for a good machine that… Read more

also looks good. Only down fall is it can be a bit noisy when operating as it rattles and vibrates when dispensing coffee. If your not worried about waking any body else in the morning it isn't a problem.

I’m blown away by how great this machine is. How simple it is to set up and operate. I’m in my 70’s and the hardest part for me was pulling it out… Read more

of the box. Setting it up and using it was a breeze. It has a number of drink options including tea. I was very surprised the water was actually hot enough to make tea. But it does make a nice hot cuppa. Coffee, latte, flat white. Cappuccino, and more are all at the push of a button. I love it. Best of all. As I said, it all happens at the push of a button. It’s so easy to use and is mess free. Absolutely love this machine.

Would not be buying anything from Breville ever again. They do not have a network of spare parts in each capital city and will not provide Express Post, completely inflexible

Used once a day inthe morning making 8 cups for 2 adults. These machines are not cheap to buy and last 1 year. A sad reflection for a normal kitchen appliance. Typical chineese sub standard junk. What once was is no more and never will be Show details

We upgraded our Pixi Nespresso to the Creatista Uno machine, and we loved it, until we didn’t. The machine is relatively compact (which we like) and… Read more

looks good. We love the coffee and the in-built milk steamer, but the necessity for descaling is not the best! This machine indicates it needs descaling, and if it isn’t done within a few days, it stops working — literally! If I want a coffee, I must drop everything and spend the next 30 mins descaling the machine. Not to mention that Nespresso charges $19 for a pack of 2 descaling solutions. It took us about 2 months (obv depending on coffee production) of using the Creatisto Uno before we realised that the descaling necessity stopped everything. Honestly, I would not have purchased this product if I had been made aware of this annoying feature.

AU$2079. Purchased refurbished via official Breville AU ebay - arrived loose in suboptimal packaging with all parts included + only minor scuff… Read more

marks.

We got through the setup process and it made a nice coffee. Less than a day later "insert bean hopper" error began between pouring shots and halted all functions. We removed the hopper, brushed, airpuffed, cleaned all surfaces and checked it was seated correctly and tried again. Same error. Checked the manual, internet, troubleshooting guides. Checked cleaned and tested all parts and fittings multiple times. Even tried a factory reset. The error persists, sometimes fritzing off/back on multiple times per second - my guess is an electrical or magnet fault.

We did the ebay return thing which is a hassle especially with such a heavy unit.

To think they "refurbished" this unit and sold it without thorough testing is highly disappointing. Their staff were slow to respond at first, but civil and helpful in the end -- we're still waiting on the refund so we'll see how that goes.

It started well but didn't last long – I relaced my old Nespresso machine with their top Virtuo Creatista on a subscription (my fourth machine). One of the reasons I've stayed with… Read more

Nespresso is the excellent service I've received in the past. I remember when one of my machines developed a problem, they sent me loan machine while mine was being repaired, thus my family not having to do without coffee…read on.

My machine has started leaking, a slow seep. It is constantly sitting in a puddle of water. It was only a couple of months old when I noticed it and I spent the next couple of months making sure it was the machine, not user error.

Now to the customer service, or lack thereof. To have my faulty $1,100 coffee machine looked at, I have to pack it up, take it to a post office and send it back to them. They'll look at it and decide what to do from there. We'll be without our coffee machine for at least two weeks, not to mention the inconvenience of having to return such a large machine.

I've been a faithful Nespresso customer for 15 years. I'm on my fourth machine. Had I realised their faithful clients are now being treated as a number, I would have bought the Breville Barista I was considering.

Note Added: After lengthy discussions, Nespresso were able to resolve my machine problems to my satisfaction. Despite Australia Posts's usual attempts to mutilate a successful conclusion, I am now enjoying my morning coffee, made with with my non-leaking Virtuo Creatista. Thank you, Nespresso.

Makes lovely coffee, but machine does not last! This was not a cheap machine to buy! My daughter purchased this machine as a present for me in… Read more

August 2023 and it lasted until around February 2025 (1 1/2 yrs), before having to have it in for costly repairs (steam wand not working). The steam wand stopped working so it was put in to Coffee Complex in Adelaide to be assessed and repaired in June 2025, (delayed being fixed due to personal financial problems). December 2025 and the steam wand has again stopped working! I would not recommend taking the risk with this machine, try something else. Extremely dissapointed coffee lover :(

After owning my original Breville Dual Boiler BES920 for 9.5 years, the decision to purchase another one took less than 10 minutes. That’s probably… Read more

the best endorsement I can give any product.

My previous machine produced excellent coffee throughout its life and required no servicing. The only noticeable decline after nearly a decade was reduced steam pressure for milk texturing, which is understandable given its age and daily use.

I purchased the new BES920 in the Sea Salt White finish, and it looks fantastic in the kitchen. The colour gives the machine a modern, premium appearance and is a refreshing change from my original stainless-steel model.

From the very first coffee, I could tell the machine was performing at its best. The heat-up time is faster, the steam pressure is significantly stronger, and milk texturing is quicker and easier. Most impressive was the espresso itself. My very first shot extracted beautifully at just over 9 bar, produced excellent crema, and delivered a smooth, balanced flavour. With medium-roast beans and a brew temperature of 94°C, the result was one of the best coffees I’ve made at home.

Having used the same model for almost 10 years, I was able to appreciate how much performance had gradually been lost in my old machine without me realising it. The new BES920 reminded me just how capable this machine is when operating at full factory performance.

Over the years I’ve looked at many other espresso machines, but I never found a reason to move away from the Dual Boiler. It offers outstanding espresso quality, excellent steam performance, and reliable day-to-day operation. For home coffee enthusiasts who want café-quality coffee without spending several times more on a prosumer machine, I believe the BES920 remains one of the best choices available.

I would happily recommend this machine to anyone. After 9.5 years with my first BES920, I purchased the exact same model again without hesitation. For me, that says everything.