Breville Bambino Espresso Machine vs De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB

The Bambino is the better pick for someone who wants to learn real espresso and steam milk by hand; it heats in about 3 seconds and experts like Reviewed call it the best machine for most people. The Magnifica Evo is the easier pick for a household that wants one-touch milk drinks and a built-in grinder, but you give up manual control and counter space. Build is stainless on both, though the De'Longhi mixes in more plastic and weighs over 21 lb against the Bambino's 13.4 lb. Owners of both praise the coffee; Bambino users mention a short learning curve, and the Evo's automation removes most of that.

• Choose the Breville Bambino if you want to grind and dose yourself, learn the steam wand, and keep a small footprint on the counter.
• Choose the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo if you want a built-in burr grinder and one-touch cappuccino, latte and iced coffee without barista skills.