Breville Bambino vs De'Longhi Dedica Duo
Quick take: The De'Longhi Dedica Duo costs $50 less; the Breville Bambino heats up faster (3 seconds).
| Spec | Breville Bambino | De'Longhi Dedica Duo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 | $250 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (5,100) | 3.9★ (640) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 47 oz | 35 oz |
| Warm-up time | 3 seconds | 25 seconds |
| Steam wand | Manual | Manual (MyLatteArt) |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Pressurized 51mm |
| Best for | Beginners | Milk Drinks |
| Dimensions | 7.7 x 12.6 x 12.2 in | 5.9 x 13.0 x 12.0 in |
| Weight | 10 lbs | 10.4 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Breville Bambino
- ✓Cheapest entry into real espresso
- ✓Tiny footprint
- ✓Manual wand great for learning latte art
- ✓Heats up almost instantly
- ✗No grinder
- ✗Plastic build
- ✗Small drip tray fills fast
- ✗Steam pressure weaker than Bambino Plus
De'Longhi Dedica Duo
- ✓Separate brew and steam thermoblocks mean no waiting between shot and milk
- ✓Dedicated cold brew mode delivers iced coffee in around five minutes
- ✓Commercial-style MyLatteArt wand froths far better than the old panarello
- ✓Keeps the famous 6-inch-wide footprint while heating in about 25 seconds
- ✗Pressurized 51mm baskets still cap flavor for enthusiasts chasing better shots
- ✗Fine grinds and light roasts are prone to clogging the stock baskets
- ✗Middling 3.9-star owner rating, with complaints about shot consistency
- ✗At $250 it competes with entry prosumer gear that has a real upgrade path