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Sage Bambino or Sage Bambino Plus?

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

What differs

  • The Bambino is €156.73 cheaper.
  • Both are the same kind of machine, a portafilter machine, so they work the same way.
  • Neither has a grinder. Budget for a separate one with both, and for a sum that comes close to the machine itself.
  • Milk: the Bambino does it with a steam wand you control yourself; the Bambino Plus with a steam wand that froths on its own.
  • Cleaning the Bambino's milk system: after every use, a short burst of steam or water and a wipe with a damp cloth.
  • Cleaning the Bambino Plus's milk system: wipe with a damp cloth after every frothing.

Specifications side by side

Sage BambinoSage Bambino Plus
TypePortafilterPortafilter
GrinderNone, separate grinder neededNone, separate grinder needed
Milk systemSteam wand you control yourselfSteam wand that froths on its own
Portafilter54 mm54 mm
Water tank1.4 litres1.9 litres
Width19.5 cmNot stated
Depth x height32 x 31 cmNot stated
Weight4.95 kgNot stated
Pump pressure15 bar15 bar
Power1300–1600 watt1300–1600 watt
HeatingThermoJetNot stated
MaterialStainless steelStainless steel
Warranty2 years2 years
Model numberSES450BSSSES500BSS

Who for

Sage Bambino

Anyone who already owns a good grinder and will not wait for a boiler.

Sage Bambino Plus

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

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