Espresso machine recommendations under $250 budget
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konz4
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Hey everyone,
A buddy of mine wants an entry level espresso machine for his wedding. He picked one that has been out of stock for a long time
I wanted to get a short list of possible options that are just as nice. Any recommendations? He originally asked for the DeLonghi EC702, but I am worried that has been discontinued or won't be available for a long time. He has a nice conical grinder already (Breville Smart Grinder I think). Thanks for all your help!
A buddy of mine wants an entry level espresso machine for his wedding. He picked one that has been out of stock for a long time
I wanted to get a short list of possible options that are just as nice. Any recommendations? He originally asked for the DeLonghi EC702, but I am worried that has been discontinued or won't be available for a long time. He has a nice conical grinder already (Breville Smart Grinder I think). Thanks for all your help!-
ragdoll serenade
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The Breville Duo Temp Pro is available from Amazon Warehouse for 307 right now.
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Urupackers
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- Joined: 4 years ago
The Flair Pro2 is a good option in this price range to make very good espressos.
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jtrops
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What is the plan for a grinder?
Let's say he'll be doing pre-ground, in which case it will not be the best espresso, but with a pressurized basket can work. The new Flair Neo for $120 would do it, and give the option to upgrade baskets when a decent grinder comes into the picture. The Neo isn't out yet, but on the Kickstarter you can reserve one for $100 right now, and they are hoping to deliver in May. If that is too much of a risk, the Flair Classic is around $160.
If milk drinks are important then a milk steamer/frother will be another $100 (or less if you look for automatic frother you'll see them from $50 and up).
Unfortunately, the price range you are looking in doesn't have too many options for good espresso; and, the Flair may be the only option for exceptional espresso in this range.
If there is any budget left over an extra brew chamber would be a nice add-on for back to back shots.
Let's say he'll be doing pre-ground, in which case it will not be the best espresso, but with a pressurized basket can work. The new Flair Neo for $120 would do it, and give the option to upgrade baskets when a decent grinder comes into the picture. The Neo isn't out yet, but on the Kickstarter you can reserve one for $100 right now, and they are hoping to deliver in May. If that is too much of a risk, the Flair Classic is around $160.
If milk drinks are important then a milk steamer/frother will be another $100 (or less if you look for automatic frother you'll see them from $50 and up).
Unfortunately, the price range you are looking in doesn't have too many options for good espresso; and, the Flair may be the only option for exceptional espresso in this range.
If there is any budget left over an extra brew chamber would be a nice add-on for back to back shots.
