Breville Barista Express
Score: 79/100
De'Longhi All-in-One COM532M
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Breville Barista Express (BES870XL) is an all-in-one espresso machine featuring an integrated 16-setting conical burr grinder and rapid 60-second heat-up. Its single-boiler design limits back-to-back steaming and grind consistency can vary with oily beans. Ideal for beginners to intermediate users seeking a compact, hands-on espresso solution.
The De'Longhi All-in-One COM532M is a compact combo machine that excels with its dual heating system and 15-bar pump, delivering both drip coffee and espresso. Its manual steam wand and pressurized baskets limit espresso quality and speed. Ideal for small households that want versatility without a separate grinder.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15 barbest | 15 barbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 60 secondsbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 10.02 kg | 6.201 kgbest |
2,000 mlbest | — | |
404 mmbest | 324.9 mm | |
230 gbest | — | |
318 mmbest | 279.7 mm | |
351 mm | 368.8 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(2) | ||
Steam Wand Type | Manual | manual |
Built‑in Grinder | true | false |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Height (mm) | 404 mm | 324.9 mm |
Width (mm) | 318 mm | 279.7 mm |
Depth (mm) | 351 mm | 368.8 mm |
Weight (kg) | 10.02 kg | 6.2006 kg |
Primary Material | Brushed Stainless Steel | aluminum/plastic |
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Professional reviewers consider the Barista Express a solid entry-level hybrid, praising its integrated grinder, rapid thermoblock heating, and 15-bar pump with pre-infusion. They acknowledge its value for beginners but note drawbacks such as the single-boiler architecture and limited grind settings, which keep it from matching higher-end models.
Everyday users appreciate the convenience of an all-in-one machine, the fresh espresso flavor, and the stylish stainless-steel look. Common complaints revolve around inconsistent grinding with certain beans, the steam wait due to a single boiler, and the extra effort required for manual tamping and cleaning.
“the best DeLonghi combi coffee machine”
“easy to use”
“delicious”
Professional reviewers commend the All-in-One for its versatile combo of drip and espresso brewing, compact footprint, and value-driven feature set such as the dual heating system, 15-bar pump, and touchscreen timer. However, they point out the fully manual espresso process, pressurized baskets that limit espresso quality, longer heat-up time, and the inability to steam milk while pulling a shot as notable drawbacks compared to De'Longhi's higher-end automatic models.
Everyday users echo the experts on ease of use, good taste for both drip coffee and espresso, and appreciation for the small size that fits limited counter space. Common praise centers on the straightforward controls, reliable frothing, and easy cleaning, while recurring complaints focus on missing accessories, the manual nature of espresso and steaming, occasional pod issues, and the bitter result from the bold drip setting.
