Breville Barista Pro
Breville espresso machine · $849 · premium tier
Overview
The Barista Pro sits one step above the Barista Express in Breville’s lineup. The main upgrades are the Thermojet heating system (3-second warm-up vs about 60 seconds) and the LCD interface, which surfaces the shot timer and grind selection more clearly.
If you already own the Barista Express, the upgrade math is honest: the Pro is faster and prettier, but the brewing fundamentals are similar. The integrated grinder is still the ceiling.
We recommend the Barista Pro over the Express only if (a) fast warm-up matters to your daily flow, or (b) you want the more modern interface. Otherwise the Express delivers similar shots for less money, and a Bambino Plus plus a dedicated grinder at the same combined price extracts better.
Pros
- Thermojet 3-second warm-up, much faster than the Barista Express thermocoil
- Built-in conical burr grinder dispenses directly into the portafilter
- LCD display shows progress, grind size, and shot timer
- Brew and steam available in quick succession without long pauses
Cons
- 54mm portafilter limits aftermarket basket selection
- Built-in grinder steps still feel coarse for light roasts
- Premium price overlaps with separate machine+grinder builds that may extract better
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Type | espresso machine |
| Price (USD) | $849 |
| Price tier | premium |
| boiler type | Thermojet |
| pid | true |
| bar pressure | 15 |
| group head | 54mm |
| water tank l | 2 |
| built in grinder | true |
| grinder type | Conical burr stainless |
| display | LCD |
| warm up seconds | 3 |
Best for
- users upgrading from Barista Express
- morning workflows that need <1 minute total time
- latte
- cappuccino
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Breville Barista Pro best for?
The Breville Barista Pro is best suited for users upgrading from Barista Express, morning workflows that need <1 minute total time, latte. Tags: all-in-one, fast-warmup, milk-drinks, feature-rich.
How much does the Breville Barista Pro cost?
The Breville Barista Pro retails around $849 USD, placing it in the premium tier for espresso machines.
What are the main downsides of the Breville Barista Pro?
54mm portafilter limits aftermarket basket selection Built-in grinder steps still feel coarse for light roasts Premium price overlaps with separate machine+grinder builds that may extract better
What is the ASIN for the Breville Barista Pro?
The Amazon ASIN is B07QGCS2KW. You can check current pricing and availability on Amazon directly.
Last updated: 2026-04-25