95.0
Best for moka pot enthusiasts and fans of traditional cuban colada.
- Dark roast Cuban style espresso
- Four 10-ounce vacuum sealed bricks
- Family owned heritage since 1870
$22
Head to head · Coffee & Espresso
BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine vs BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine
Ravvy scores BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine at 80.24 and BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine at 89.23. BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine takes the overall pick, best for busy professionals and families who want cafe-quality lattes without the steep learning curve.
80.2
$678
The Barista Express is perfect for home baristas who want total control over their shot quality and milk texture, provided they are willing to master the learning curve of manual dialing.
Ravvy pick
89.2
$1,000
The Barista Touch is the ultimate choice for those seeking a premium morning routine with minimal friction, trading manual control for consistent, automated excellence.
How they score
| Factor | BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine | BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Footprint | 82 | – |
| Ease of Use | 72.5 | 94.5 |
| Build Quality | 91.5 | 88 |
| Milk Texturing | 85 | – |
| Value for Money | 89 | – |
| Extraction Control | 87 | – |
| Speed | – | 98 |
| Consistency | – | 91 |
| Milk Quality | – | 92 |
BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine
Skip it if busy beginners seeking one-touch automation
BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine
What owners praise
- Ultra-fast 3-second heat up time
- Automated milk texturing with adjustable temperature
- Customizable drink menu for up to 8 users
- Integrated hardened steel conical burr grinder
- Stylish and durable Black Truffle matte finish
What to know first
- Plastic internal components in some water path areas
- Small 54mm portafilter compared to 58mm standards
- High initial investment cost
Skip it if purists who prefer manual lever control or those on a strict budget
Specs side by side
| Spec | BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine | BES880BTR Barista Touch Espresso Machine |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 021614055514 | 021614801050 |
| ASIN | B00CH9QWOU | B089QVH3SP |
| GTIN | 021614055514 | 021614801050 |
| Brand | Breville | Breville |
| Color | Brushed Stainless Steel | Black Truffle |
| Style | Espresso Machine | Espresso Machine |
| Voltage | 120 | 120 |
| Wattage | 1600 watts | 1680 watts |
| Capacity | 1 cups | 4.2 pounds |
| Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Brand Name | Breville | Breville |
| Model Name | Barista Express | the Barista Touch™ |
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