Breville BES870XL Espresso Machine (click to enlarge)

The Breville BES870XL Barista Express is like having your own personal barista right in your own kitchen (or office). Packed with great features, the Barista Express makes home espresso brewing an effortless process. I couldn’t wait to give this model a test drive, and I was blown away by the quality of the coffee this machine brews. I’ll share more details of my experience with the machine in my review below.

Top Quality Construction

Over the years, Breville has earned a reputation for making some of the highest quality appliances on the market. So, I wasn’t surprised to find that the Barista Express worked like a well-oiled machine. With a stainless steel portafilter, conical burr grinder and sleek metal exterior, the Barista Express is a well-engineered work of art.

Sleek Design with a Laundry List of Features

The Barista Express doesn’t disappoint in the features department. This machine is as close to fully-automatic as you’re going to get with a home espresso maker.

Here’s what the BES870XL has to offer:

• Stainless steel conical grinder, for the freshest beans with each brew.
• 1/2lb. sealed bean hopper.
• removable water tank.
• Purge function to adjust water temperature after steam. This ensures that your espresso is extracted at the perfect temperature.
• 15 bar pump pressure with 1600W thermo coil heating system.
• Filter size button lets you choose between single and double wall filter.
• 54mm tamper for precise tamping control.
• Hands-free grinding for an effortless brew.
• Reprogrammable shot volumes and preset volumes for 1 and 2 cups.
• Stainless steel water coil allows for precise water temperature control.
• “Clean me” light lets you know when it’s time to clean your machine.
• 360-degree swivel wand for steaming.
• Cleaning kit included.

The Barista Express leaves no stone unturned when it comes to convenient and practical features. And the most important ones, like temperature control and freshly ground coffee, really make this machine one of the best espresso makers you can buy.

Quick Clean-Up

Breville includes a cleaning kit with this machine, which is tucked away in a hidden compartment. And the “Clean Me” light will let you know when it’s time to run the cleaning cycle.

Backed By the Breville Name

If you’re looking for an espresso machine that will last, the Barista Express is a smart option. Backed by the Breville name, this machine comes with a 1-year limited warranty.

With a metallic exterior and high-quality engineering, you’ll be using this machine for years if you take proper care of it.

Great Features at a Mid-Range Price

The Breville BES870XL is a mid-range espresso machine priced. Compared to other machines with similar features and functionalities, this is a fantastic price.

The Good

• Water tank is removable for easy cleaning.
• Conical grinder is included, so you can grind your beans just minutes before brewing.
• 15 bar pressure pump and precise water temperature control, so you brew the perfect cup of espresso.
• Gives you the flexibility to choose the grind amount, filter size and number cups.
• The “clean me” light helps ensure you keep your machine clean and working in tip top shape.

The Not-so-Good

• The cost

The only real drawback with the Breville BES870XL is its cost. But compared to other machines of similar quality and function, the BES870XL is very reasonably priced.

The Breville BES870XL Barista Express is one of the most convenient espresso machines I’ve ever tested, and it brews some of the best espresso I’ve ever had. If you’re searching for a machine that will give you the freshest brew at the best price, the BES870XL is the right choice.