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Bambino Plus
A solid mid-range pick in the coffee machines line-up, with Espresso Machine up front.
56/100
Espresso MachinetrueStainless SteelBrushed Stainless Steel
£350best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Thermoblock heating
- Auto milk texturing
- Steam wand
- Above-average portafilter size
- No pid temperature control
- No built-in grinder
Score profile
Scored against the coffee machines classWhere the Bambino Plus wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type
Machine typeEspresso Machine
Pump pressure15
Thermoblock heatingYes
Brewing
Milk frotherYes
Auto milk texturingYes
Steam wandYes
Portafilter and basket
Portafilter size54 mm
Capacity
Water tank1.9
Design and power
Power1600 W
Weight4.9 kg
Body materialStainless Steel
ColourBrushed Stainless Steel
More specs
Wattage1600 W
Machine typeEspresso
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Who it's for
Is the Bambino Plus right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable coffee machine for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need pid temperature control, in which case a higher-tier coffee machine is the better call.
Daily user
Runs it most days and wants it to just work.
okay
Busy household
Needs capacity and speed for a full home.
good
Budget buyer
Wants the essentials done well for less.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bambino Plus worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other coffee machines, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Bambino Plus?
Its thermoblock heating stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the De'Longhi La Specialista Metal Barista EC9155.MB?
The De'Longhi La Specialista Metal Barista EC9155.MB scores 57/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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