The Bluebow 20 Bar Espresso Machine is a compact stainless-steel semiautomatic espresso maker with a 20-bar pump and a 1.5 L (50 oz) water tank. It pulls single or double shots from ground coffee and has a stainless-steel steam wand for frothing milk. It suits home drinkers who want espresso and milk drinks without a built-in grinder or programmable presets. Against rivals like the De'Longhi Stilosa and Breville Bambino, it offers more tank capacity and higher rated pump pressure but lacks the Bambino's fast thermojet heating and auto shot control. Buyers rate it highly for value and easy setup, while some find the steam wand slow and the machine sensitive to grind and tamp.
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Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 463 ratings, praising its value, looks and easy start-up. Complaints center on the steam wand and on shots that turn bitter or weak when grind and tamp are off.
The Bluebow Espresso Machine uses a 20-bar pressure pump to extract espresso from ground coffee. The pressure is meant to bring out the coffee's aroma and natural oils. It has a 50 oz (1.5 L) water tank and a stainless steel body.
A steam wand froths milk for cappuccino, latte and flat white. The wand rotates 360 degrees, and the froth nozzle is removable for cleaning. A dual temperature control system lets you adjust the temperature of the water and the milk foam.
For brewing, use medium-ground coffee (above 0.5 mm): 7 grams for a single shot and 14 grams for a double shot. Tamp the grounds firmly and wait for the machine to finish preheating before brewing. When frothing, fill the cup only halfway with milk to avoid overflow.
