Breville Bambino Plus BES500

Overview

The Breville Bambino Plus BES500 takes the compact Bambino platform and adds several meaningful upgrades that justify the price increase. The standout addition is the automatic steam wand, which froths milk to a pre-set temperature and texture at the press of a button — a feature that makes cafe-quality milk drinks accessible to absolute beginners without any technique required. The Bambino Plus also adds PID temperature control for more precise brew temperature management, resulting in noticeably more consistent shots compared to the base Bambino. The ThermoJet heating system reaches extraction temperature in just 3 seconds, virtually eliminating any wait time from cold start. The machine retains the incredibly compact 198mm width that makes it a space-saving champion, using the standard 54mm Breville portafilter with both pressurized and non-pressurized filter baskets included. The automatic milk frothing is where the Bambino Plus truly shines — it produces surprisingly good microfoam with a consistent quality that many manual steam wand users struggle to achieve. For those stepping into espresso for the first time, or for anyone who values convenience and speed in their morning routine, the Bambino Plus represents one of the smartest purchases in home espresso.