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Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine

PID temperature control keeps shot temperature consistent shot to shot

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated September 29, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine

Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine

Breville

PID temperature control keeps shot temperature consistent shot to shot

  • Built-in conical burr grinder with dose control
  • 15-bar Italian pump
  • Manual steam wand for microfoam milk
  • Digital PID temperature control
  • Pre-infusion for even espresso extraction
  • Removable water tank with venturi straw

Pros

  • PID temperature control keeps shot temperature consistent shot to shot
  • Steam wand produces genuine microfoam for latte art, not just heated milk
  • 22,000+ ratings at 4.6 stars show it holds up well over years of daily use

Cons

  • Real learning curve, dialing in grind size, dose, and tamp pressure takes weeks to master
  • Daily cleaning (backflushing, purging the steam wand) is mandatory or the machine clogs
  • Burrs and group head need periodic descaling and part replacement
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