I'm looking to buy a espresso machine and grinder within a reasonable budget, say maybe 600.
Did a bit of research, I found out that the Delonghi range in NZ is pretty low-end-ish. i.e., all are double wall baskets only, no PID control, etc. Sunbeam doesn't have a lot of choice either.
So there are Brevilles, looks like they have some pretty good design.
BES810, was $299 in Briscoe last week:
Single and double wall baskets.
PID temp control
new 1700w thermalcoil heating
Pre-infusion
Standard style steam wand
(There is a combo with BCG400 often goes for 399. )
BES840, was $366 according to PriceSpy, though not very often at all:
All the BES810 function,
Plus:
Pressure gauge
Automatic water dose control
If I choose BES840, I probably will add a BCG600 Pro grinder.
BES870, often on sale for $599:
All the BES840 functions,
Plus:
Built in grinder, probably BCG600 Pro class.
Is Breville espresso machine reasonably good quality? It's a shame they offer only 1 year warranty while Delonghi does 2. I'm thinking I probably need extended warranty?
Any other recommendation? Thanks guys.
