A side-by-side of specs and BrewHarbor scores. A ✓ marks the higher score; blanks mean no verified data.
| Breville Bambino | De'Longhi Dedica Duo | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Automation | Semi | Semi |
| Milk system | Manual-wand | Manual-wand |
| Price range | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Width | 7.7 in | 5.9 in |
| Learning curve | Medium | Medium |
| Maintenance level | Medium | Medium |
| Expected lifespan | 6 yrs | 5 yrs |
| Cost per cup (est.) | $0.37 | $0.37 |
| Cup quality | ✓ 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Espresso quality | ✓ 5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Speed | ✓ 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Ease of use | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Drink variety | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Eco score | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Repairability | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Watch-outs
Buy this if you want real espresso at home on a small budget and don't mind steaming milk by hand. You will need a separate grinder, and a good one matters more than the machine.
Watch-outs
Buy this if you have a tiny counter and a small budget and want real espresso. You will want a separate grinder and the learning curve is real, but it is hard to find a narrower machine.
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