Breville Barista Express Impress vs Breville Infuser
Quick take: The Breville Infuser costs $170 less; the Breville Barista Express Impress has a built-in grinder.
| Spec | Breville Barista Express Impress | Breville Infuser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $750 | $580 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (3,400) | 4.4★ (4,100) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 67 oz | 61 oz |
| Warm-up time | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Steam wand | Manual | Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Pressurized & Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 13.5 x 12.5 x 15.8 in | 12.5 x 12.5 x 13.2 in |
| Weight | 23 lbs | 16 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Breville Barista Express Impress
- ✓Integrated grinder saves counter space
- ✓Assisted tamping for consistency
- ✓Good grind quality
- ✓Great value all-in-one
- ✗Large footprint
- ✗Thermoblock not ideal for back-to-back shots
- ✗Learning curve
Breville Infuser
- ✓Pre-infusion for better extraction
- ✓PID temperature control
- ✓Good build quality
- ✓Reasonable price
- ✗No built-in grinder
- ✗Single boiler
- ✗Basic steam wand