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Best Breville
Breville Bambino PlusTiny, fast, beginner-friendly espresso maker with surprisingly good milk foamSuits you if
- You're new to espresso and want good results quickly
- Your counter space is tight
- You love lattes and cappuccinos but don't want to learn milk frothing
Best Jura
Jura E8Excellent push-button espresso that's easy to live with, at a steep priceSuits you if
- You want great espresso and cappuccinos at the push of a button
- You'd rather the machine handle cleaning and descaling with simple prompts
- You have a generous budget and want a well-built machine for the long haul
Which brand wins?
Breville is the stronger brand for espresso machines right now. The best single model of the two is the Breville Bambino Plus, which suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly.
We researched 31 expert reviews, analyzed 83,904 owner ratings and comments across 19 sources for every Breville and Jura model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
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Brand scoreboardAverage score 81 vs 74 · reliability 76 vs 81
| Breville | Jura | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 81 | 74 |
| Experts | 86 | 79 |
| Owners | 78 | 65 |
| Reliability | 76 | 81 |
| Models scored | 5 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Breville Barista Touch Impress | Jura E8 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Breville or Jura?
Breville, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 81 for Breville vs 74 for Jura.Which brand is more reliable, Breville or Jura?
Jura. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 76 vs 81.What is the best Breville espresso machine?
The Breville Bambino Plus. It suits you if you're new to espresso and want good results quickly.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Breville models (86).What is the best Jura espresso machine?
The Jura E8. It suits you if you want great espresso and cappuccinos at the push of a button.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Jura models (74).