Breville Barista Express IMPRESS Review: is this better than the Barista Pro?

Breville Barista Express Impress: https://amzn.to/464YkuU Breville Barista Pro: https://amzn.to/3ZANt9v DIY pressure gauge (scace) kit: https://amzn.to/3t69u3T Read more on Craft Coffee Spot: https://craftcoffeespot.com/espresso/... I've been slow to review the new Breville Barista Express Impress. The Breville thermocoil seemed clearly worse than the ThermoJet , and the tamping system didn't seem to add much, let alone prevent WDT. It turns out I was wayyy to quick to judge. There is a lot to the Breville Barista Express Impress and in this espresso machine review, I put the new Breville through some tests, looking at the portafilter tamping system, and if it makes better espresso than the Barista Pro. I am torn about whether to throw all my weight behind the Impress instead of the Pro, but the Pro has more control, I like the steam wand, and it's less expensive. I'm probably just used to it. The lower pressure on the Express Impress is an impressive feature, pun intended. Chapter notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Design 1:08 Integrated tamping system 3:01 puck prep and distribution 4:17 heating system 4:54 Breville Barista Pro vs Express Impress - espresso test 8:41 Pressure testing Breville models!!! 11:50 other features on Barista Pro vs Express Impress 12:52 steam wand / frothing milk 14:11 What’s the better Breville? Affiliate Disclaimer: This description contains affiliate links, and we will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on the links (at no cost to you). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.