Sage Bambino
The fastest route to real espresso, if you already own a grinder
€275.95 in Black Truffle
View this machineSage Bambino or SMEG EMC02?
What actually differs between the Sage Bambino and the SMEG EMC02, and what that means for who you are.
SMEG EMC02
SMEG's semi-professional model, with three thermoblocks
€1,029.35 in Black
View this machineWhat differs
- The Bambino is €753.40 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 works the same on both: with a steam wand you control yourself.
- Cleaning the milk system is the same on both: after every use, a short burst of steam or water and a wipe with a damp cloth.
Specifications side by side
| Sage Bambino | SMEG EMC02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Portafilter | Portafilter |
| Grinder | None, separate grinder needed | None, separate grinder needed |
| Milk system | Steam wand you control yourself | Steam wand you control yourself |
| Portafilter | 54 mm | 58 mm |
| Water tank | 1.4 litres | 1.7 litres |
| Width | 19.5 cm | 22 cm |
| Depth x height | 32 x 31 cm | 43.3 x 36 cm |
| Weight | 4.95 kg | 12.8 kg |
| Cord length | Not stated | 100 cm |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Power | 1300–1600 watt | 1700 watt |
| Heating | ThermoJet | Thermoblock |
| Standby power | Not stated | 0.5 watt |
| Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel and plastic |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Made in | Not stated | Italy |
| Model number | SES450BSS | EMC02BLMEU |
Who for
Sage Bambino
Anyone who already owns a good grinder and will not wait for a boiler.
SMEG EMC02
Anyone who already owns a good grinder and wants a portafilter machine with the settings to tinker with.
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