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What to know about Breville the Oracle Espresso Machine BES980BSS Brushed Stainless Steel
The Breville the Oracle BES980BSS is designed for people who want high-quality home espresso but do not want the full workflow of a traditional manual setup. Its biggest appeal is that it automates the most fiddly parts of espresso making: grinding, dosing, tamping and milk texturing. You still use a real 58 mm portafilter and can adjust key settings, so it feels more like a premium espresso machine than a simple pod or bean-to-cup appliance.
- Home users who want fresh-ground espresso with less manual technique
- Latte and cappuccino drinkers who value automatic milk texturing
- Households making multiple espresso drinks per day
- Buyers who want an all-in-one machine instead of separate grinder and espresso machine components
- Users willing to maintain a premium espresso machine regularly
Specs
- Model
- BES980BSS / BES980XL
- Finish
- Brushed stainless steel
- Machine type
- Automatic espresso machine
- Dimensions
- 16.1 x 14.7 x 17.8 in
- Weight
- 35.54 lb / 16.12 kg
- Water tank capacity
- 84 oz
- Bean hopper capacity
- 0.5 lb
- Power
- 1800 W
- Voltage
- 110–120 V
- Pump
- 15 bar Italian pump
- Extraction pressure
- 9 bar
- Portafilter size
- 58 mm
- Coffee dose
- 22 g
- Grind settings
- 45 settings
- Grinder burr type
- Hardened steel conical burrs
- Heating system
- Stainless steel dual boiler
- Temperature control
- PID temperature control
- Milk temperature range
- 104°F to 167°F
- Milk texture settings
- 9 levels
- Display
- LCD screen
- Shot controls
- 1 shot, 2 shot, manual
- Warranty
- 2 years
- Included portafilter
- 58 mm stainless steel portafilter
- Included milk jug
- 16 oz stainless steel jug
Pros
- Automates several difficult espresso steps while preserving real portafilter brewing
- Can brew espresso and steam milk simultaneously
- Automatic milk texturing is convenient for consistent lattes and cappuccinos
- Large water tank and bean hopper suit frequent use
- Adjustable grind, shot and milk settings give more control than simpler automatic machines
- Stainless steel build and included accessories support a premium home setup
Cons
- -Expensive compared with simpler home espresso machines
- -Large and heavy, so it needs significant counter space
- -Integrated grinder limits future upgrade flexibility
- -Requires regular cleaning and water maintenance
- -May be more machine than casual or occasional espresso drinkers need
- -Manual espresso enthusiasts may prefer separate components for maximum control
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