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1600 W ThermoJet heating with PID temperature control; Sage states the machine is ready in 3 seconds.
SageEspresso machines · SES500BSS4GUK1
Sage Bambino Plus
SES500BSS4GUK1
The Sage Bambino Plus is a compact, fast-heating espresso machine with a 54 mm portafilter and a hands-free automatic milk frother.
1600 W220-240 V3 s
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At a glance
The Sage Bambino Plus is a compact, fast-heating espresso machine with a 54 mm portafilter and a hands-free automatic milk frother. Owners widely praise its espresso and especially its milk drinks, its near-instant start and small footprint, which make it an easy first step into real espresso. Downsides are practical rather than performance-related: maintenance and descale cycles block brewing until completed, the light body slides when locking in the stiff portafilter, the drip tray is small, and the plastic tamper is basic. A minority of owners report steam wand or descale-mode faults, and long-term reliability data is not available. It suits latte and flat-white drinkers with limited counter space who are willing to pair it with a decent grinder; espresso hobbyists wanting manual steam control or a built-in grinder should look elsewhere.
Strengths
- Hands-free automatic milk texturing with adjustable temperature and texture makes café-style milk drinks easy.
- Ready in about 3 seconds thanks to ThermoJet heating and PID temperature control.
- Espresso quality frequently praised by owners and rated consistently decent by Expert Reviews.
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- Compact 19.4 cm-wide body with a 1.9 L tank suits small kitchens.
- Simple button controls and pressurised baskets make it beginner-friendly; comprehensive box contents and 2-year guarantee.
Things to consider
- Cleaning and descale cycles cannot be skipped and stop you brewing or steaming until done.
- Some owners report early failures, mainly the steam wand stopping heating or units stuck in descale mode.
- Light machine slides when fitting the stiff portafilter; drip tray is small and can leak.
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- Basic plastic tamper, no printed manual, and a good grinder is needed for best results with fresh beans.
- No manual steam knob and no built-in grinder; viewed as pricey by some buyers.
Who is it for, and who is it not for?
Good for
- Latte, cappuccino and flat-white drinkers who want good milk texture without learning to steam manually.
- First-time espresso users with limited counter space.
May not suit
- Buyers wanting a one-box bean-to-cup solution, since it takes ground coffee only and benefits from a separate grinder.
- Enthusiasts who want manual steam control or uninterrupted use without enforced maintenance cycles.
Before you buy
Good to know
What the features mean in everyday use.
Espresso hardware
15 bar pump with low-pressure pre-infusion, 54 mm portafilter supplied with both single-wall and dual-wall (pressurised) baskets, ground coffee only.
Milk texturing
Hands-free automatic milk texturing with 3 temperature and 3 texture settings; steaming is controlled by a button, with no manual steam knob.
Size
Compact footprint: 19.4 cm wide, 36.2 cm deep, 30.4 cm high, with a 1.9 L removable water tank.
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Accessories and guarantee
Box includes tamper, Razor dosing tool, water filter, 480 ml milk jug and cleaning kit; 2-year guarantee from Sage and UK retailers.
Coffee quality
Owners across Amazon, Argos and John Lewis frequently praise the espresso and milk drinks as café-standard; Expert Reviews found espresso consistently decent but lacking the body of pricier machines.
User experience · See source
Ease of use
Many reviewers, including first-time espresso users, find it simple and quick to use; Expert Reviews calls it compact, easy and a superb place to start.
User experience · See source
Automatic milk frothing
The automatic milk frother is a frequently cited highlight, letting owners make lattes and flat whites without barista skills.
User experience · See source
Enforced cleaning/descale
Several owners object that when the clean or descale lights come on the machine refuses to brew or steam until the cycle is done, and some report the cleaning cycle overflows the drip tray.
Reliability reports
A minority of reviewers report early failures: machines not working on arrival, steam wand no longer heating milk after weeks, units stuck in descale mode, and replacements failing similarly; forum owners describe the auto steam wand cutting out or weakening over years.
User experience · See source
Handling
The light machine can slide when fitting or removing the stiff portafilter, a recurring complaint at Argos and John Lewis.
User experience · See source
Drip tray
Some owners find the drip tray small or leaky and needing emptying after every use.
Learning curve and extras
Good results with fresh beans need a capable grinder and some dialling in; some owners call the plastic tamper inadequate and miss a printed manual explaining the flashing maintenance lights.
Value
Some buyers and Expert Reviews consider it expensive for an entry-level machine, while others still feel it is worth it for the coffee quality.
Suitability
The combination of automatic milk texturing, fast heat-up and compact size makes it best suited to milk-drink users with limited counter space who want a step up from pod machines, rather than espresso enthusiasts wanting manual steam control.
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Milk texturing
Hands-free automatic milk texturing with 3 temperature and 3 texture settings; steaming is controlled by a button, with no manual steam knob.
Size
Compact footprint: 19.4 cm wide, 36.2 cm deep, 30.4 cm high, with a 1.9 L removable water tank.
Accessories and guarantee
Box includes tamper, Razor dosing tool, water filter, 480 ml milk jug and cleaning kit; 2-year guarantee from Sage and UK retailers.
Coffee quality
Owners across Amazon, Argos and John Lewis frequently praise the espresso and milk drinks as café-standard; Expert Reviews found espresso consistently decent but lacking the body of pricier machines.
User experience · See source
Ease of use
Many reviewers, including first-time espresso users, find it simple and quick to use; Expert Reviews calls it compact, easy and a superb place to start.
User experience · See source
Automatic milk frothing
The automatic milk frother is a frequently cited highlight, letting owners make lattes and flat whites without barista skills.
User experience · See source
Enforced cleaning/descale
Several owners object that when the clean or descale lights come on the machine refuses to brew or steam until the cycle is done, and some report the cleaning cycle overflows the drip tray.
Reliability reports
A minority of reviewers report early failures: machines not working on arrival, steam wand no longer heating milk after weeks, units stuck in descale mode, and replacements failing similarly; forum owners describe the auto steam wand cutting out or weakening over years.
User experience · See source
Handling
The light machine can slide when fitting or removing the stiff portafilter, a recurring complaint at Argos and John Lewis.
User experience · See source
Drip tray
Some owners find the drip tray small or leaky and needing emptying after every use.
Learning curve and extras
Good results with fresh beans need a capable grinder and some dialling in; some owners call the plastic tamper inadequate and miss a printed manual explaining the flashing maintenance lights.
Value
Some buyers and Expert Reviews consider it expensive for an entry-level machine, while others still feel it is worth it for the coffee quality.
Suitability
The combination of automatic milk texturing, fast heat-up and compact size makes it best suited to milk-drink users with limited counter space who want a step up from pod machines, rather than espresso enthusiasts wanting manual steam control.
User experience
What do reviews say?
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Summarised from the 104 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 104.
Owners mostly love the coffee: they describe café-quality espresso and especially lattes and flat whites, thanks to the hands-free milk frother, and praise how quickly it heats and how little counter space it takes. Beginners find it forgiving, though getting the best from fresh beans needs a decent grinder and some dialling in. The main frustrations are the enforced cleaning and descale cycles that block brewing until completed, a light body that slides when locking in the stiff portafilter, a small or leaky drip tray, and a cheap plastic tamper with no printed manual. A minority report early failures, most often the steam wand stopping heating or the machine getting stuck in descale mode, sometimes repeated on replacements.
What buyers like
- Espresso and milk drinks taste café-quality53 reviews
- Simple and quick to use, good for beginners40 reviews
- Automatic milk frothing works well32 reviews
- Compact and attractive on the worktop21 reviews
- Heats up almost instantly10 reviews
Common complaints
- Early breakdowns, faulty units or steam wand failures16 reviews
- Learning curve; needs a good grinder or extra accessories14 reviews
- Stiff portafilter and light machine slides around12 reviews
- Drip tray small, leaky or needs constant emptying8 reviews
- Cleaning or descale lockout stops you making coffee7 reviews
- Seen as expensive for what it is3 reviews
How was this summary made?
Summarised from 104 reviews; 2 reviews about delivery, packaging or the seller were left out. The summary is drawn from opinions that recur in the reviews read; each theme shows how many reviews mention it. These counts are not a rate and do not apply to every unit.
104 unique text reviews, deduplicated by author+date+text: John Lewis API newest pages 1-4 (80), Amazon.co.uk product page top reviews (14, of which 5 from other countries), Argos page newest (10). Currys texts unavailable. John Lewis theme counts are approximate (about ±3) as some long texts were partly read. ratings_total sums store counts; John Lewis includes reviews syndicated from Sage.
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D*** 1/5 4 April 2023 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
…when you hit 200 coffees and it's time for the machine to be cleaned, the machine is blocked until you clean it. That's it, no more coffee for you until the machine has been cleaned…
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B*** 5/5 8 November 2024 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
…It does need quite a bit of cleaning up - the drip tray after every use etc. and it's not cheap, but having a coffee better than any shop bought, every day, is such a wonderful treat, and I only wish I'd bought one earlier.
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I*** V*** 5/5 11 December 2024 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
Makes a great cup of expresso and the automatic milk foam work works perfectly. Easy to use and easy to clean up. Compact attractive design fits nicely under the counter…
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G*** J*** D*** 5/5 25 February 2025 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
Had this for a few years now and has been pretty reliable. Perfect for people that want a decent coffee without having to take apart and tinker with a specialist machine… Perhaps the only issue is when it decides it needs a backflush or de-scale and the lights start to flash you need to get it done before you can make the next cup and it can take a few minutes to do.
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C*** D*** 4/5 29 January 2019 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
It is a simple though fairly expensive machine… A little bit annoying is the occasional tendency for the portafilter dual filter to detach from the portafilter body and stick to the underside of the machine after coffee is made… The main thing is that the finished coffee is good so it is still a good machine.
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G*** M*** 5/5 6 August 2022 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
If you're after perfection it's not a ten grand pro machine but takes the hassle out of dialing in. I'm very happy with it and it's just perfect for my morning latte.
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V*** 5/5 14 July 2026 Amazon Colour Name: Brushed Stainless Steel
seems to be good quality and working ok
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z*** 1/5 11 October 2026 Argos
it doesn't work and troubleshooting doesn't help.
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m*** 5/5 4 October 2026 Argos
Great coffee machine, solid build quality, pulls decent espresso once dialled in.
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C*** 5/5 20 September 2026 Argos
I am so happy with my new coffee machine. I can make speciality coffee shop standard coffee every morning.
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D*** 1/5 26 August 2026 Argos
Worst machine ever if you like your mornings coffee latte. You just pulled your shot and the next thing machine goes into cleaning mode mode were you CAN'T SKIP to do your milk fluff. I HATE THIS SO MUCH EVERY TIME.
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P*** 4/5 15 July 2026 Argos
The Bambino Plus extracts brilliant espresso and steams milk perfectly, but the out-of-the-box experience is frustrating. The included plastic tamper is useless, forcing an immediate upgrade. There is no printed manual, leaving you to guess what the cryptic flashing maintenance lights mean… A premium machine let down only by cheap finishing touches.
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N*** 5/5 30 May 2026 Argos
…The auto frother is great, allowing a bit of tidying up while it does its thing… My only real issue is it can be hard getting the portafilter on and off. It's a lightweight machine and can be hard to get a grip to stop the whole machine moving…
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J*** 5/5 18 May 2026 Argos
Quick and easy to use. Instant heat and very efficient milk frother. Great for making lattes.
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K*** 3/5 16 October 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
…The main problem is the descale. The lights flash when the machine needs descaling, and there is no way to override this — it grinds to a halt…
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N*** 5/5 18 July 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
Excellent coffee machine, simple and easy to use, compact yet still with all the features to make the coffees you want. Works well in our very small kitchen.
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N*** 5/5 17 May 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
Very easy to use, fail safe for a novice. Needed something small for my kitchen and this is perfect plus it looks great…
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C*** 4/5 14 May 2026 John Lewis Syndicated from sageappliances.com
…It delivers fast results while taking up a small countertop footprint. My only gripe is the leaky drip tray - no matter what I do I always end up with a puddle of water under the machine…
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A*** 1/5 27 March 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
…My Bambino Plus broke down completely within 24 hours and wouldn't work at all…
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R*** 3/5 19 March 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
…The portafilter is very difficult to insert and the crema isn't as good as with my old machine. Very dissappointed!
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D*** 1/5 9 March 2026 John Lewis Syndicated from sageappliances.com
2nd machine in 5 months wouldn't recommend as the thermal wand does not heat milk after a few weeks…
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J*** 5/5 31 January 2026 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
I love this machine for making great espresso coffee but, even more, for the milk steamer / frother / texturiser…
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C*** 1/5 14 November 2025 John Lewis Brushed Stainless Steel
I could not believe that not only did we have to weigh the coffee but that we needed to grind our own beans…
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B*** 1/5 22 January 2025 John Lewis Syndicated from sageappliances.com
I bought one of these in November. just over a month later I exchanged it because it went into descale mode and would not set back to normal mode after descaling. The second one did the same after little more than a month…
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YouTube · Review
Sage (Breville) Bambino Plus Home Espresso Machine Review & Test
The Bambino Plus is a compact, feature-rich espresso machine boasting an impressive three-second start-up time and a powerful steam wand with automatic milk texturing. It delivers consistent temperatures ideal for medium to dark roasts and includes convenient on-demand hot water dispensing. However, its drip tray is notably small and requires daily emptying.
Key moments
- 00:53ThermoJet technology heats the machine up ready to brew in just three seconds
- 01:18Built-in PID temperature is fixed internally around 93°C, which suits medium to dark roasts well but cannot be adjusted for lighter roasts
- 01:38The four-hole steam wand is very powerful, heats milk rapidly, and features an automatic purge function
More key moments (3)
- 01:59The drip tray has a very small capacity and must be emptied every single day
- 02:26Automatic milk steaming with adjustable temperatures and foam levels is convenient, though texturing results can occasionally be inconsistent
- 10:28Hot water can easily be dispensed through the steam wand by pressing two buttons simultaneously
YouTube · Review
BAMBINO PLUS REVIEW: How Good Is It, Really?
The Breville/Sage Bambino Plus is considered one of the best out-of-the-box espresso machines in the budget category, featuring rapid three-second heating and an impressive automated milk steam wand. However, it suffers from a lightweight, plastic-heavy build, a tiny drip tray that fills up quickly, and poor pre-infusion control compared to what the manual claims.
Key moments
- 02:40The ThermoJet heating system gets water ready for brewing in just three seconds.
- 04:39The automated steam wand performs very well with three milk temperature and three froth levels.
- 05:32Out of the box, it offers superior performance and value compared to other sub-£400 machines.
More key moments (3)
- 07:01The drip tray is remarkably small and fills up rapidly due to the auto-purge function and over-pressure valve.
- 07:30The supplied tamper is poor quality and the portafilter includes undesirable plastic inside the bottom.
- 17:18Manual pre-infusion does not work as advertised, as full pump pressure automatically engages after four seconds.
YouTube · Review
Breville Bambino Plus: The Honest Truth About This Espresso Machine
The Breville Bambino Plus is a compact espresso machine that delivers café-quality drinks with standard 9-bar brewing pressure and impressive automatic milk texturing. While it heats water rapidly and features a handy 3-way solenoid valve for clean puck disposal, it requires a good grinder and preheating routine to get the best results. It is lightweight and requires frequent drip tray emptying, but it remains an outstanding option for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Key moments
- 00:43Features an impressively compact footprint with a generous 1.9-litre removable water tank
- 01:15The automatic steam wand produces superb microfoam without requiring manual steaming skills
- 02:19The 3-way solenoid valve vents pressure after extraction, leaving clean and dry coffee pucks
More key moments (3)
- 04:40The ThermoJet system heats up in 3 seconds, though running a blank shot is needed to warm cold metal parts
- 07:00The machine is lightweight, meaning you have to hold it steady when locking in the portafilter
- 09:50The drip tray fills up very rapidly due to auto-purging and the solenoid valve discharge
YouTube · Review
The Perfect Home Espresso Machine For Beginners? | Sage (Breville) Bambino Plus Review
The Sage Bambino Plus is a user-friendly and reliable espresso machine that delivers great espresso and features impressive auto-frothing and auto-purging milk steam capabilities. However, it lacks a built-in grinder and has an extremely small drip tray that fills up after just a couple of coffees. While questionable at its full £399 retail price, it is an excellent machine if purchased at a discount.
Key moments
- 01:14Runs at 9 bars of pressure, which is ideal for brewing espresso.
- 01:27Comes with a dual-wall basket that allows beginners to extract decent coffee without needing a separate grinder.
- 02:14Includes an automated milk-frothing feature with adjustable temperature and foam settings, as well as an auto-purge function.
More key moments (3)
- 03:59The drip tray is remarkably tiny at only 100 ml capacity, requiring frequent emptying to avoid mess.
- 04:51It does not come with an integrated coffee grinder, meaning a separate grinder must be purchased to grind fresh beans.
- 05:40At its full price of £399, it is not worth it without a grinder, though it is great value when discounted.
Video summaries and timestamps were taken from the videos with AI (Gemini); the video itself is the source.
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Swan Retro Pump Espresso
SK22110GRN · 1100 W · 15 bar
The Swan Nordic SK22110GRYN is a budget manual pump espresso machine: 1100 W, 15 bar, a 1.2 L tank and a steam wand, in a matte Scandinavian-style body.
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What it has
Specifications
Technical information with its source.
- Power
- 1600 W Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Voltage
- 220-240 V Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Pump pressure
- 15 bar Italian pump bar Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Extraction profile
- Low-pressure pre-infusion followed by 9 bar extraction Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
- Heating system
- ThermoJet (JSON-LD data also says 'advanced ThermoCoil') Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Heat-up time
- 3 s Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
- Temperature control
- PID digital temperature control Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Portafilter
- 54 mm stainless steel portafilter mm Technical fact · sageappliances.com
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- Recommended dose
- 18 g Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
- Tamping
- Manual tamper (54 mm) plus Razor precision dosing tool Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Controls
- Button control: 1 Cup, 2 Cup and Steam buttons; one-touch volumetric single/double shots Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Milk texturing
- Hands-free automatic steam wand with 3 milk temperatures and 3 texture levels; manual texturing also possible Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Hot water
- Yes, via the steam wand Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Water tank capacity
- 1.9 L Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Removable water tank
- Yes Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Coffee type
- Ground coffee only (no built-in grinder) Technical fact · argos.co.uk
- Cups at once
- 2 cups Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Dimensions (W x D x H)
- 19.4 x 36.2 x 30.4 cm Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Construction material
- Stainless steel Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Maintenance
- Cleaning and descaling programmes with indicator lights; removable drip tray Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Auto shut-off
- Yes (after 20 minutes per Argos) Technical fact · argos.co.uk
- Cable length
- 100 cm Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Country of origin
- China Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- In the box
- 54 mm portafilter, 54 mm tamper, Razor dosing tool, Claro Swiss water filter, 480 ml stainless steel milk jug, 1 and 2 cup dual-wall and single-wall baskets, cleaning tool, cleaning disc Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Guarantee
- 2 year repair, replace or refund guarantee years Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Heating efficiency claim
- ThermoJet up to 44.3% more energy efficient than a Thermoblock system (Sage internal testing) Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
Show all specifications (26)
- Heating system
- ThermoJet (JSON-LD data also says 'advanced ThermoCoil') Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Heat-up time
- 3 s Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
- Temperature control
- PID digital temperature control Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Portafilter
- 54 mm stainless steel portafilter mm Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Recommended dose
- 18 g Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
- Tamping
- Manual tamper (54 mm) plus Razor precision dosing tool Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Controls
- Button control: 1 Cup, 2 Cup and Steam buttons; one-touch volumetric single/double shots Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Milk texturing
- Hands-free automatic steam wand with 3 milk temperatures and 3 texture levels; manual texturing also possible Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Hot water
- Yes, via the steam wand Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Water tank capacity
- 1.9 L Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Removable water tank
- Yes Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Coffee type
- Ground coffee only (no built-in grinder) Technical fact · argos.co.uk
- Cups at once
- 2 cups Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Dimensions (W x D x H)
- 19.4 x 36.2 x 30.4 cm Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Construction material
- Stainless steel Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Maintenance
- Cleaning and descaling programmes with indicator lights; removable drip tray Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Auto shut-off
- Yes (after 20 minutes per Argos) Technical fact · argos.co.uk
- Cable length
- 100 cm Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- Country of origin
- China Technical fact · johnlewis.com
- In the box
- 54 mm portafilter, 54 mm tamper, Razor dosing tool, Claro Swiss water filter, 480 ml stainless steel milk jug, 1 and 2 cup dual-wall and single-wall baskets, cleaning tool, cleaning disc Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Guarantee
- 2 year repair, replace or refund guarantee years Technical fact · sageappliances.com
- Heating efficiency claim
- ThermoJet up to 44.3% more energy efficient than a Thermoblock system (Sage internal testing) Manufacturer's claim · sageappliances.com
Sources and method
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Manufacturer (2)
Store (11)
- Sage Bambino Plus Compact Espresso Machine, Brushed Stainless Steel - Amazon.co.uk
- Amazon.co.uk search: sage bambino plus SES500BSS
- Sage SES500BSS The Bambino Plus Espresso Coffee Machine - Argos
- Argos product page, reviews page 2 attempt
- Sage Bambino Plus Coffee Machine, Brushed Stainless Steel - John Lewis
- John Lewis reviews API, newest, page 1
- John Lewis reviews API, newest, page 2
- John Lewis reviews API, newest, page 3
- John Lewis reviews API, newest, page 4
- SAGE The Bambino Plus SES500 Coffee Machine - Stainless Steel - Currys
- Currys search: sage bambino plus
Review (2)
Other (1)
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