Breville Barista Touch Impress Review: Café Coffee Made Easy
Breville's Barista Touch Impress guides beginners to perfect espresso with assisted tamping, auto milk texturing and a touchscreen.
We spent 2 weeks testing the Breville Barista Touch Impress as part of our daily routine to see how it holds up beyond the spec sheet. Here is everything you need to know before you buy.
Price and Availability
The Breville Barista Touch Impress is available now from Breville and major retailers starting at $1,499. Keep an eye out for seasonal sales, as we regularly see discounts during major shopping events.
Key Specifications
| Spec | Breville Barista Touch Impress |
|---|---|
| Grinder | Integrated conical burr, 30 settings |
| Tamping | Impress puck system |
| Milk | Auto MilQ frothing |
| Heating | ThermoJet, 3 seconds |
| Water tank | 2 liters |
Design and Ease of Use
The Breville Barista Touch Impress is intuitive to use right out of the box, with clearly labeled controls. It fits neatly on the countertop or in a closet and looks good doing it.
Performance in Our Tests
We used the Breville Barista Touch Impress daily for several weeks in a real home. It performed consistently well, delivering results that matched or beat pricier competitors.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Breville Barista Touch Impress is refreshingly simple, and replacement parts are easy to find. Breville offers a solid warranty for extra peace of mind.
Pros and Cons
What we like
- Makes great espresso with minimal skill
- Excellent automatic milk frothing
- Fast heat-up
What we don't like
- Expensive
- Large countertop footprint
Verdict: Should You Buy the Breville Barista Touch Impress?
If you want barista-quality drinks without a steep learning curve, this is the machine to buy.
Our score: 9.0/10 – Editor’s Choice