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Sage Bambino Plus or Sage Barista Express?

What actually differs between the Sage Bambino Plus and the Sage Barista Express, and what that means for who you are.

What differs

  • The Bambino Plus is €40.00 cheaper.
  • Both are the same kind of machine, a portafilter machine, so they work the same way.
  • The Barista Express grinds its own; with the Bambino Plus you need a separate grinder.
  • Milk: the Bambino Plus does it with a steam wand that froths on its own; the Barista Express with a steam wand you control yourself.
  • Cleaning the Bambino Plus's milk system: wipe with a damp cloth after every frothing.
  • Cleaning the Barista Express's milk system: after every use, a short burst of steam or water and a wipe with a damp cloth.

Specifications side by side

Sage Bambino PlusSage Barista Express
TypePortafilterPortafilter
GrinderNone, separate grinder neededBuilt in
Milk systemSteam wand that froths on its ownSteam wand you control yourself
Portafilter54 mm54 mm
BurrsNot statedConical steel burrs
Grind settingsNot stated16
Water tank1.9 litres2 litres
Bean hopperNot stated450 g
WidthNot stated31.8 cm
Depth x heightNot stated35.1 x 40.4 cm
Pump pressure15 bar15 bar
Power1300–1600 watt1560–1850 watt
HeatingNot statedThermocoil
MaterialStainless steelBrushed stainless steel
Warranty2 years2 years
Model numberSES500BSSSES875BSS

Who for

Sage Bambino Plus

Anyone who wants a compact portafilter machine and does not want to froth milk by hand.

Sage Barista Express

Anyone who wants espresso as a hobby, not just as coffee.

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