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Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS

Name: Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS
Brand: Breville

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Compact semi-automatic espresso machine w/ auto milk texturing

Typical price$$$300–700

The Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS is a compact semi-automatic espresso machine with thermocoil heating, PID temperature control and auto milk texturing.

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Last verified 10 Oct 2026

Specs

Machine type: Semi-automatic
Boiler / heating: Thermocoil
PID temperature control: Yes
Portafilter size: 54 mm
Can be plumbed in: No
Needs mains power: Yes
Water tank: 1.9 L
Width: 30.2 cm
Depth: 18.8 cm
Height: 36.3 cm
Weight: 5.1 kg
Voltage: 110-120 V
Warranty: 2 years

In short

The Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS suits home users who need a compact semi-automatic machine for espresso and milk drinks. It features PID temperature control, 0.1 minute warm-up, 1.9 L water tank, auto milk texturing and a 54 mm portafilter. Skip it if you need more than 1.9 L capacity or a different heating type.

The verdict

Users who want a compact unit that includes automatic milk texturing and fast warm-up may consider this model. It carries a two-year warranty and runs on standard household voltage.

What we like

PID temperature control
0.1 min warm-up time
1.9 L water tank
auto milk texturing
54 mm portafilter

What to know

Cannot be plumbed in

Who it's for

It suits home users who need a compact semi-automatic machine for espresso and milk drinks.

Skip it if

You make several milk drinks back to back

Questions shoppers ask

How long does the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS take to warm up?

It reaches operating temperature in 0.1 minutes.

What is the water tank capacity on the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS?

The machine holds 1.9 L of water.

Does the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS have PID temperature control?

Yes, it includes PID temperature control.

Can the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS make milk drinks?

Yes, it includes automatic milk texturing.

What portafilter size does the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS use?

It uses a 54 mm portafilter.

What warranty comes with the Breville Bambino Plus BES500BSS?

It carries a two-year warranty.

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