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Brand | Breville |
Color | Brushed Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 13.62"D x 14.09"W x 16.42"H |
Special Feature | Integrated Coffee Grinder, Milk Frother, Programmable |
Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
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About this item
- Enjoy step-by-step barista guidance at your fingertips. With real time feedback, the Barista Touch Impress navigates you through the Impress Puck System, precise extraction and hands-free silky smooth microfoam
- BARISTA GUIDANCE: Step-by-step guidance with real time feedback from the Impress Puck System, precise extraction & hands-free silky smooth microfoam
- ASSISTED TAMPING: Intelligent dosing, assisted 22lb tamping and auto correction of the next dose to achieve a precise puck, finished with a 7º barista twist. Simplifies the steps needed to grind, dose and tamp to create an impressive puck
- ALTERNATIVE MILK SETTINGS: Auto MilQ features three new alternative milk settings which calibrate air injection time and temperature specific to the type of milk you choose
- AUTO MilQ: The auto steam wand allows you to adjust the milk temperature and level of texture to suit your taste. Delivers silky smooth microfoam that enhances the flavor of the coffee and is essential for pouring latte and cappuccino art at home
- THERMOJET HEATING SYSTEM: Innovative ThermoJet heating system achieves the optimum extraction temperature in 3 seconds. Ready to make your best coffee without the wait
- BARATZA EUROPEAN PRECISION BURRS WITH 30 GRIND SETTINGS: With a single touch, the integrated hardened steel precision conical burr grinder with dose control delivers the right amount of coffee on demand, for maximum flavor
- IMPRESSIVE TOUCHSCREEN EXPERIENCE: Improved touchscreen guides you every step of the way to make your perfect coffee, all at your fingertips. Simply swipe and select from the 8 café favorite presets or customize up to 8 drinks
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Swipe. Select. Impress.
Step-by-step barista guidance at your fingertips with real time feedback and impressive touchscreen
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Impressive puck. Less mess. Less fuss.
The Impress Puck System helps you achieve the perfect dose and a precise tamp while reducing mess
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Full-Bodied Coffee With Rich & Complex Flavors
Low pressure pre-infusion followed by a high pressure 9 bar extraction for an opulent espresso
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Hands-Free Milk Texturing
Silky microfoam with up to one million micro bubbles per ml, ready for latte art
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Choose Your Milk
Three alternative milk settings calibrate pressure, temperature and timing according to milk choice


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Product information
Brand | Breville |
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Color | Brushed Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 13.62"D x 14.09"W x 16.42"H |
Special Feature | Integrated Coffee Grinder, Milk Frother, Programmable |
Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
Filter Type | Reusable |
Style | Modern |
Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
Recommended Uses For Product | Espresso |
Exterior Finish | Brushed Stainless Steel |
Included Components | 54mm stainless steel portafilter, 480ml stainless steel milk jug, 1 & 2 cup single and dual wall filter baskets, Water filter holder with filter, Water hardness strip, the Razor™ precision trimming tool, Cleaning tablets, Steam wand cleaning tool, Cleaning disc, Cleaning brush, Descale powder |
Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
Voltage | 120 |
Model Name | the Barista Touch Impress |
Number of Items | 1 |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00021614807946 |
Manufacturer | Breville |
UPC | 021614807946 |
Item Weight | 24.2 pounds |
ASIN | B0C1T4W797 |
Item model number | BES881BSS1BNA1 |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #111,475 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #11 in Super-Automatic Espresso Machines |
Date First Available | April 7, 2023 |
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Sold By | MBM Brands LLC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Sur La Table (dba) |
capacity | 67.6 fluid ounces | 2 liters | 47 fluid ounces | 84 ounces | 67 ounces | 67 fluid ounces |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
input interface | touch screen | buttons | buttons | touch screen | touch screen | — |
voltage | — | — | 120 volts | 120 volts | — | 120 volts |
wattage | 1750 watts | 1750 watts | 1560 watts | 1800 watts | 1680 watts | 1680 watts |
model name | the Barista Touch Impress | the Barista Express® Impress | the Bambino® Brushed Stainless Steel | BES980XL | the Barista Touch™ | — |
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Customers appreciate the coffee maker's espresso quality and ease of use. They find it simple to use, with clear instructions and reminders. Many say it makes a great cup every morning and delivers wonderful flavor. However, some customers have issues with power consumption. There are mixed opinions on functionality, value for money, build quality, ease of cleaning, and heat level.
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Customers are satisfied with the espresso quality. They say it makes outstanding espresso and latte drinks at the push of three buttons. The machine is easy to use, gives the perfect cup every morning, and is the best bean-to-cup coffee machine they've owned. The espresso drinks rival the best coffee shops in town and take all the annoyances and burdens out of making fabulous espresso drinks.
"...Even now, I am sitter here drinking the best salted caramel mocha, it is fall after all, I have ever had...." Read more
"...It has some nice trimming features that really makes your coffee shine." Read more
"...You can adjust your settings and perfect your cup each time. If you find a cup that you love, you can give it a name and save it to memory...." Read more
"...I run a back flush after each session and unit rewards me with a good cup of coffee every time." Read more
Customers find the coffee maker easy to use. It has a straightforward design and instructions that make it simple for beginners. They appreciate how convenient it is to program special drinks and eliminate the need for sophisticated tools for puck preparation.
"...Made my wife an americano, her favorite drink. She LOVED it. Easy to use, makes you look like a coffee genius, and looks pretty good in the..." Read more
"...It allows lots of combinations and is very easy to maintain (cleaning and else) if you follow the guidelines...." Read more
"...The machine does have its strengths: the touchscreen is intuitive, the steam wand works well, and it looks great on my countertop...." Read more
"...This espresso machine comes extremely well packaged with easy to read setup instructions. It is ready for use within seconds of turning it on...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the coffee maker's functionality. Some say it works well and is a great machine for most people looking to get good coffee. Others mention issues like the tamper not working, the computer failing, and the performance deteriorating quickly.
"...She LOVED it. Easy to use, makes you look like a coffee genius, and looks pretty good in the kitchen...." Read more
"...The second one has now stopped working after 7 months. Breville customer service is terrible...." Read more
"...hopes for the Breville Barista Touch given its premium price and sleek design, but unfortunately, it has not lived up to expectations...." Read more
"...It looks awesome on my counter I like how it is “wider” than “deeper” than other units...." Read more
Customers have different views on the coffee maker's value for money. Some find it worth the cost and a great purchase, while others mention issues with reliability and quality control.
"I had high hopes for the Breville Barista Touch given its premium price and sleek design, but unfortunately, it has not lived up to expectations...." Read more
"...This machine is expensive, but much less than some. I am not sure you can produce a better espresso shot...." Read more
"...Look up whole latte love or Clive coffee for that . Worth the extra money as you get what you pay for .i did order a naked basket and another..." Read more
"...In general - super disappointing for the price and the return window has closed after weeks of attempts to get it to work...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the coffee maker's build quality. Some find it simple to use, high-quality made, and reliable. Others mention issues with espresso shot quality, broken down machines, and poor accessibility.
"...My main issue is with the espresso shot quality—no matter how much I adjust the grind size, tamping pressure, or settings, the shots consistently..." Read more
"...will need to write this machine into my will because it is so heavy, so solid, so well made that it will last me the rest of my life, and then some." Read more
"...the warnings of myself and many others - STAY FAR AWAY FROM THIS DEFECTIVE MACHINE. I would give this product ZERO STARS if I could...." Read more
"...While it was easy to operate, it was not the experience and quality I was hoping for...." Read more
Customers have different opinions about the coffee maker's heat level. Some say it heats up fast and does what it's supposed to do, making lattes and frothing a breeze. Others mention that the coffee temperature is not quite hot enough, the milk frother doesn't reach the programmed temperature, and the steaming stops at 132 degrees instead of the 150 degree setting.
"...The one negative so far is milk temp set at 170 degrees still was not hot enough. Will see if warming our cups next time will help." Read more
"...to have a few upgrade, grinder, milkIQ thing, ease of use, better heating system, that I decided to pay the higher price...." Read more
"...well, I noticed a few issues early on, like the milk frother not reaching the programmed temperature...." Read more
"...So far so good. It heats up fast and does what it is supposed to do. Go Prosumer if you want something better and replaceable parts ...." Read more
Customers have different views on the coffee maker's cleaning. Some find it easy to use and clean, saying it's cleaner than most espresso machines. Others mention issues with the tamper not working, the machine coming back dirty, and needing regular cleaning to avoid issues.
"...The machine is pretty clean, but you will find grinds slipping out every now and then. Not a big deal, but trying to keep it real...." Read more
"...Not only was the tamper not working, but the machine also came back dirty, as if it had been partying in a muddy field...." Read more
"...It will even clean the frother for you when done!..." Read more
"...Downfalls- you do have to clean the drawer when it gets filled with the water that squirts out from the frother to clean it out, it goes through..." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the coffee maker's power consumption. They mention it keeps shutting down while frothing milk, displaying an ER09 error, and the grinder jams or doesn't work at all.
"...The machine is pretty clean, but you will find grinds slipping out every now and then. Not a big deal, but trying to keep it real...." Read more
"...breville and at first it works great but after a year the grinding sensor is very finicky...." Read more
"...We did notice that the grinding times are a lot longer on the second unit even when it does work...." Read more
"...BUT.... On day 2 of using the machine, it would shut down unexpectedly during the milk steaming process. It did this repeatedly...." Read more
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Semi-automatic feature is ideal for someone who is only used to making "drip coffee"
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024Color: black truffleVerified PurchaseI have had, used, and loved my Breville Creatista Plus using Nespresso pods for about 7 years. The machine still functioned well, but it was just starting to slow down. I had been waiting for an excuse to upgrade, got a raise at work, and decided to treat myself to a new machine. Boy, am I glad I did. I was deciding between the regular Impress and the Touch Impress. The Touch seemed to have a few upgrade, grinder, milkIQ thing, ease of use, better heating system, that I decided to pay the higher price. I am sure the Impress is an awesome machine, based on my Touch. The Touch, however, it out of this world. It took two times to get dialed in, and in less than 10 minutes, I tasted a better flat white than anything I had ever had. Sure, a lot had to do with the beans, but this machine is AMAZING. Easy set up, like super easy. Put beans in, figure out your grind size, hit the button, tamp it, put the portofiler in, push. the button, put the pitcher with milk under the frother, and done. Next day, made my normal morning mocha. first time, used half the mocha I did with my Nespresso, and it was a top 5 mocha I have ever had. For context, any city I visit, I search for the best rated coffee house. Starbucks is a last resort. I have had great coffee in many places. This machine matches any of them. The only one I know was better was at Palo on a Disney Cruise. My daughter came home from college. Made her a vanilla latte. Said it was the best she has ever had. The level this machine produces espresso and other beverages is so far above most chain coffee shops, and equals the smaller mom and pop boutique coffee shops I love. Even now, I am sitter here drinking the best salted caramel mocha, it is fall after all, I have ever had. Made my wife an americano, her favorite drink. She LOVED it. Easy to use, makes you look like a coffee genius, and looks pretty good in the kitchen. Not even worth mentioning how much of an upgrade it is over my Nespresso, which was a great machine. This machine is everything I hoped and more. For context, I used Koffee Kult beans, which can be found on Amazon. Best beans you will find.
Update-It has been 6 weeks and wanted to give a quick update. First, this machine only gets better. I have heard people downplay the milk technology. To me, this is a great feature. Who knew, I didn't, that oat milk gets bitter at 150 degrees? Well Breville did. As you learn more, like using the tap lever twice as some online reviews suggest, produces a cleaner puck. Their different temps make a difference in the quality of the milk, regardless of kind. The machine is pretty clean, but you will find grinds slipping out every now and then. Not a big deal, but trying to keep it real. Something that might frustrate people, but it is the result of fresh beans, not the machine, is dialing in the grind and length of the shot does fluctuate a little. A 12 grind produces 26 second pulls one time, and maybe 23 seconds the next day. Not a big deal to me, but to perfectionists, might be a worry. Again, not the machine, but I believe it is the natural variance of fresh beans. I read a lot of complaints about the grinder. I don't know act people are expecting, but it is a grinder. I think it is surprisingly quiet. Maybe it is because I saw people write about it, but I was quite pleased with the grinder. The machine heats up quickly. It takes about 25-30 seconds to pull a shot. The milk frothing is fairly quick.
My daughter went to breakfast the other day. She got a dunkin with her friends. She came home and asked me to make her something, the dunkin didn't taste good. That is my one warning, you can make amazing espresso drinks with this machine. It will change your palette. When I have meetings at Starbucks now, instead of something I look forward to, it is more ok, I will deal with spending $6 on a very average cup of coffee. This machine is expensive, but much less than some. I am not sure you can produce a better espresso shot. I know I haven't found better in even the best coffee shops.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2025Color: damson blueVerified PurchaseLove the fresh coffee (mainly double expressos) brew every day (mornings and afternoons). It allows lots of combinations and is very easy to maintain (cleaning and else) if you follow the guidelines. It has some nice trimming features that really makes your coffee shine.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2024Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchaseI had high hopes for the Breville Barista Touch given its premium price and sleek design, but unfortunately, it has not lived up to expectations. My main issue is with the espresso shot quality—no matter how much I adjust the grind size, tamping pressure, or settings, the shots consistently come out underwhelming. The flavor is weak, and the crema is almost non-existent.
After some troubleshooting, I suspect the issue lies with the water temperature. The coffee comes out noticeably cooler than it should, which significantly affects the extraction and overall taste. I’ve descaled the machine and followed all the recommended maintenance steps, but the problem persists. For a machine at this price point, I expect better performance and reliability.
The machine does have its strengths: the touchscreen is intuitive, the steam wand works well, and it looks great on my countertop. But none of that matters if it can’t deliver a proper shot of espresso. For the cost, I anticipated café-quality results, and I’m disappointed that it hasn’t delivered. I’ll be reaching out to Breville customer support, but I can’t currently recommend this product to anyone serious about their espresso.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2024Color: damson blueVerified PurchaseOh my gosh! I've only had this machine a week, and I'm still trying to perfect the brew and cup of my choice, but this thing is amazing. I can see why it is so expensive! It's been quite a learning curve for me but each new day has been a bit easier as I try to brew the perfect cup of espresso for myself. Everything is done by touch on a screen just like an iPad. You can adjust your settings and perfect your cup each time. If you find a cup that you love, you can give it a name and save it to memory. I haven't used the frother yet, but that's coming. It will even clean the frother for you when done! It has a large water tank and comes with a water filter as well as descaling tablets for when it needs descaling. Tools provided are also what they call a razor to trim excess grinds if it has ground too much. It tells you when the grind is too small or too large. You can customize the amount of water to be added to the cup, if any at all. Wow! I'm still learning but having so much fun. I think I will need to write this machine into my will because it is so heavy, so solid, so well made that it will last me the rest of my life, and then some.
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- JohnReviewed in Canada on January 11, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Breville touch impress BES881
Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchaseGreat machine easy to use and making a very good coffee so far I love it .
- SameerReviewed in Canada on March 18, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this machine!
Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchasePurchased this machine to replace my older Breville barista - new technology and innovation in design and features is truly remarkable. Still nervous about how this machine will stand to the test of time, given the smart technology, but so far it's been incredible. Milk and froth texture is spot on and espresso shots can be customized or set based on preference. Super easy for everyone including our kids to tailor and save their speciality drinks. We use this 4-5 times a day!
- MelanieReviewed in Canada on February 17, 2024
1.0 out of 5 stars Do not buy this Machine!
Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchaseThe media could not be loaded.
I wish I would have done more research on the Product. It seems like a lot of people running into the same ER code issue! When frothing the milk the machine will just shut off. It usually works fine the first time in the morning but the second person frothing milk is out of luck!
I have contacted Breville and I hope they will help me out!
I also wanted to return the machine but the seller wanted to charge me a 15% restocking fee I then talked with Amazons customer service and they were absolutely great with helping me out!
MelanieDo not buy this Machine!
Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2024
I wish I would have done more research on the Product. It seems like a lot of people running into the same ER code issue! When frothing the milk the machine will just shut off. It usually works fine the first time in the morning but the second person frothing milk is out of luck!
I have contacted Breville and I hope they will help me out!
I also wanted to return the machine but the seller wanted to charge me a 15% restocking fee I then talked with Amazons customer service and they were absolutely great with helping me out!
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- JoanReviewed in Canada on August 2, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars User friendly. Makes great cappuccino
Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchaseWe love this machine. High quality for a reasonable price It’s user friendly and make delicious espresso and cappuccino. Haven’t tried anything else yet.
- PETERReviewed in Canada on July 28, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great machine
Color: Brushed Stainless SteelVerified PurchaseIt does almost everything and does it well. No mess with coffee grounds after grinding. Perfect tapping. Most important perfect milk frothing. Consistent texture. Lattées and cappuccinos have never tasted better.