Coffee machine comparison

Editorially reviewed 2026-08-01. Objective fields are tied to the source record for each machine.

Stainless-steel Breville Bambino Plus on a white background

Breville

Bambino Plus

Semi-automatic espresso machine

Introduced 2018

At a glance

Essential specifications

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Machine category

Breville Bambino Plus
semi-automatic
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
semi-automatic

Product lifecycle

Breville Bambino Plus
current
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
current

Built-in grinder

Breville Bambino Plus
No
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

Adjustable brew temperature

Breville Bambino Plus
No
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

Brew and steam together

Breville Bambino Plus
No
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

Manufacturer-stated heat-up

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
0.05 min
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Width

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
190.5 mm
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
200 mm

Depth

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
342.9 mm
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
270 mm
View all 41 detailed specifications

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Breville Bambino Plus

Gaggia Classic Pro E24

Identity and design

Manufacturer

Breville Bambino Plus
Breville
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Gaggia

Model number

Breville Bambino Plus
BES500
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
E24

Introduced

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
2018
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
2024

Housing material

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Stainless-steel body

Colour options

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Milk system

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Automatic or manual steam wand with three temperature and texture settings
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Manual stainless-steel steam wand

Controls

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Illuminated one-cup, two-cup, and milk controls
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Three rocker switches

App connectivity

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

User profiles

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Portafilter diameter

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
54 mm
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
58 mm

Tamping

Breville Bambino Plus
Manual
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Manual

Removable water tank

Breville Bambino Plus
Yes
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Yes

Grinder type

Breville Bambino Plus
Not applicable
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not applicable

Grinder settings

Breville Bambino Plus
Not applicable
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not applicable

Bean-hopper capacity

Breville Bambino Plus
Not applicable
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not applicable

Automatic drink presets

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Pre-infusion

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Yes
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

Selectable milk-temperature setting

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Yes
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Two-cup brewing

Breville Bambino Plus
Yes
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Yes

Hot-water outlet

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Yes

Manual hot-milk preparation

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Milk frothing without brewing

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Water-filter support

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Boiler type

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
thermoblock
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
single-boiler

Boiler material

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Lead-free brass

Number of boilers

Breville Bambino Plus
1
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
1

Boiler capacity

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Water-tank capacity

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
1.89 L
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Pump type

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
vibration

Published pump pressure

Breville Bambino Plus
15 bar
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
15 bar

Group

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Breville 54 mm group
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Lead-free brass commercial group

Pressure gauge

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

PID

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
Yes
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
No

Hard-plumb capable

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Height

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
304.8 mm
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
355 mm

Weight

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
4.95 kg
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
8.1 kg

Maximum cup height

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Confirmed voltage

Breville Bambino Plus
120V-60Hz
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
120V-60Hz

Power

Different
Breville Bambino Plus
1560 W
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
1350 W

Warranty

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed

Included accessories

Breville Bambino Plus
Not confirmed
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Not confirmed
The short versionKey differences

  1. Readiness: Breville specifies a three-second ThermoJet start; the Gaggia uses a brass single boiler and does not publish an equivalent ready time in the verified record.

  2. Milk workflow: Bambino Plus can texture milk automatically or manually; Gaggia E24 uses a manual two-hole steam wand.

  3. Portafilter: Bambino Plus uses 54 mm accessories; Gaggia E24 uses the wider 58 mm format.

  4. Counter fit: Bambino Plus is 9.5 mm narrower, while Gaggia E24 is about 73 mm shallower. Both still need working clearance for the portafilter and reservoir.

Editorial take

Quick verdict

The Bambino Plus prioritizes immediate readiness and automatic milk assistance, while the Gaggia Classic Pro E24 prioritizes a traditional 58 mm brass-boiler platform with simpler controls and more manual technique.

Breville Bambino Plus

  • Choose the Bambino Plus when fast starts, a narrow body, and automatic milk texturing matter most.
  • Its 54 mm workflow and selectable automatic milk settings reduce some of the learning burden for a first machine.
  • Brew temperature is not user-adjustable, so it offers less direct control than machines with selectable temperature settings.

Gaggia Classic Pro E24

  • Choose the Gaggia E24 when a 58 mm portafilter and deliberately manual boiler workflow are the priorities.
  • Its three-switch interface is simple, but there is no factory PID, pressure gauge, or pre-infusion control.
  • Milk steaming is fully manual and the single boiler cannot brew and steam at the same time.
Our recommendation

Final verdict

The Bambino Plus is the better fit for a beginner who values speed and milk assistance. The Gaggia Classic Pro E24 is the stronger fit for someone who specifically wants a traditional 58 mm platform and accepts a more manual temperature and steaming routine. Neither includes a grinder, so grinder quality should remain part of the decision.

This recommendation is an editorial assessment of verified specifications and cited third-party experiences. We have not personally tested these machines.

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