Breville Bambino Plus vs Gaggia Classic Pro
Quick take: The Gaggia Classic Pro costs $50 less; the Breville Bambino Plus heats up faster (3 seconds).
| Spec | Breville Bambino Plus | Gaggia Classic Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 | $450 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (8,200) | 4.3★ (5,600) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Single Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 64 oz | 72 oz |
| Warm-up time | 3 seconds | 10 minutes |
| Steam wand | Auto | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized Only | Pressurized & Unpressurized |
| Best for | Beginners | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 7.7 x 12.6 x 12.2 in | 9.5 x 8 x 14.2 in |
| Weight | 11 lbs | 18 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Breville Bambino Plus
- ✓Very fast heat-up
- ✓Compact footprint
- ✓Automatic milk steaming
- ✓Great starter machine
- ✗No built-in grinder
- ✗Small water tank
- ✗Pressurized baskets only
Gaggia Classic Pro
- ✓Commercial group head size
- ✓Excellent steam wand
- ✓Huge modding community
- ✓Great upgrade path
- ✗No PID (easy to add)
- ✗Single boiler workflow
- ✗Basic appearance
- ✗Steep learning curve