Breville Bambino Plus vs De'Longhi La Specialista Arte
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Two entry-tier espresso machines for beginner and latte & cappuccino, compared on the specs that actually decide the buy — not review fluff.
Both are entry-tier espresso machines suited to beginner and latte & cappuccino. The Breville Bambino Plus adds PID temperature control. Match the boiler type and control style to how you brew; tiers are price bands — check the current price at the retailer.
| Spec | Breville Bambino Plus | De'Longhi La Specialista Arte |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler | Thermoblock / thermocoil | Thermoblock / thermocoil |
| Price tier | Entry | Entry |
| Type | semi auto | semi auto |
| PID | Yes | — |
| Pre-infusion | Yes | Yes |
| Portafilter | 54mm | 51mm |
| Built-in grinder | — | Yes |
| Best for | Beginner, Latte & cappuccino, Small kitchen | Beginner, Latte & cappuccino |
Which to choose
- Temperature. The Breville Bambino Plus has PID temperature control (steadier shot-to-shot consistency); the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte does not.
- Portafilter — accessories don't transfer. The Breville Bambino Plus takes a 54mm portafilter and the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte a 51mm, so tampers, bottomless portafilters and baskets bought for one won't fit the other.
- Built-in grinder. The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte grinds and brews in one machine; with the Breville Bambino Plus you add a separate grinder — more counter space and another purchase, but a free choice of grinder and easier to upgrade.
- Who each suits. The Bambino Plus is also a good fit if your counter space is tight.
Which one should you buy?
- Pick the Breville Bambino Plus if you would rather choose your own grinder and upgrade it later; or if you want PID temperature control for shot-to-shot consistency; or if your counter space is tight.
- Pick the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte if you want one machine on the counter instead of a separate grinder.
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Common questions
Do portafilters and baskets fit both the Breville Bambino Plus and the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte?
No. The Breville Bambino Plus takes a 54mm portafilter and the De'Longhi La Specialista Arte a 51mm one, so tampers, bottomless portafilters and baskets bought for one will not fit the other. Budget for accessories separately once you pick.
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