Breville Barista Express Coffee Machine: Price, Specs and Position
Breville lists this semi machine at $389 — below
the $2,145 dataset median, and -78% versus the semi median.
Verdict
At $389 it sits in the bottom quartile of the semi category. It publishes 3 of the four
fields we track.
Specifications
| Field | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Type | semi | retailer product type |
| Price | $389 | retailer feed |
| Boiler type | thermoblock | spec section |
| Portafilter | 54 mm | spec section |
| Wattage | 1850 W | spec section |
| Boiler volume | not published | — |
Where it sits in its category
The semi group runs from $100 to $23,265 with a median of $1,793. This machine is
-78% from that median, in the bottom quartile.
Similar machines by price
| Model | Brand | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaggia Carezza Deluxe Espresso Machine | Gaggia | $380 | -2% |
| Gaggia Classic Pro Espresso Machine in Lobster | Gaggia | $399 | +2% |
| SMEG ECF00 Espresso Machine | SMEG | $400 | +3% |
| The Luxe Thermal Coffee Brewer – Stainless Ste | SAGE | $374 | -4% |
| Cafelat | Robot Espresso Maker | Cafelat | $406 | +4% |
Same-brand alternatives
| Model | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|
| Breville Grind Control Coffee Maker | $400 | +3% |
| Breville Luxe Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker | $350 | -10% |
| Breville – The Bambino Manual Espresso Machine | $338 | -13% |
Spec disclosure in this category
Across 562 semi machines the average listing publishes 0.6 of four tracked fields; this one
publishes 3.
What to check before buying
- Boiler type from the manufacturer. Retailer summaries mislabel heat exchangers as dual boilers.
- Pump and gasket part numbers. If the dealer cannot supply them, the machine is disposable.
- Portafilter size. Outside 58 mm the accessory market thins out quickly.
FAQ
Is the Breville Barista Express Coffee Machine good value?
Against the semi median of $1,793 it is -78%. Value depends more on boiler class
and parts support than on the sticker.
Which specs are missing?
Missing: Boiler volume. They are left blank rather than estimated.
What should I compare it against?
Other semi machines within ±15% of the price — the table above is that set.