Breville Dual Boiler Review
BES920XL
The Breville Dual Boiler is a premium home semi-automatic espresso machine.
Final Score:
9.5
/
10
Pros & Cons
Key features
Specifications
Pros
Simultaneous brewing and steaming with dual boilers.
Precise temperature stability with PID control.
Low-pressure pre-infusion for balanced extraction.
Scheduled auto-on feature for morning coffee.
Standard 58mm portafilter for commercial accessories.
Easy to use with an intuitive LCD screen.
Dedicated hot water outlet for Americanos.
Cons
High price for a domestic machine.
Requires a separate grinder purchase.
Large size needs significant counter space.
Requires manual tamping and dosing.
Regular descaling and maintenance required.
Breville Dual Boiler Key Features
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Dual stainless steel boilers for simultaneous extraction and steam.
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PID temperature control for precise shot-to-shot consistency.
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Low-pressure pre-infusion for a more even extraction.
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Dedicated hot water outlet for making long blacks.
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Auto-on function to have machine ready to go.
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Backlit LCD provides easy programming and shot clock.
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Flexible volumetric shot control for single or double shots.
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Over Pressure Value (OPV) limits pressure for better flavor.
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Easy-to-remove water tank with large capacity.
Breville Dual Boiler Specifications
Dimensions (WxDxH)
16.25" x 15.0" x 15.0"
Weight
30 lbs
Power
1700W, 120V
Heating System
Dual Boiler
Water Tank Capacity
84 oz (2.5 L)
Portafilter Size
58mm
Pump Pressure
15 bar (limits to 9 bar)
Warranty
2-year limited product warranty








