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The Barista Express vs The Dual Boiler

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The Barista Express
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The Dual Boiler
The Dual Boiler8.9Very good· Top score
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The short verdict

The Dual Boiler edges it on score

The The Dual Boiler leads overall; pick the The Barista Express if its strengths below matter more to you.

The Barista Express
8.7
The Dual Boiler
8.9
Choose the The Barista Express if
  • Hands-on beginners who want one box with a grinder
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Choose the The Dual Boiler if
  • Enthusiasts who make back-to-back milk drinks
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theThe Barista Express1 win
−2,842 gLighter in the hand10,018 vs 12,860 g
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Why pick theThe Dual Boiler0 wins
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Full specs

Side-by-side specifications

Performance1 difference
Heating system
Thermocoil
Dual boiler
Design6 differences
Weight
10018 g
12860 g
Depth Mm
13.11 in (33.3 cm)
15.87 in (40.3 cm)
Height Mm
12.4 in (31.5 cm)
14.61 in (37.1 cm)
Water Tank L
1.98 L
2.48 L
Weight Kg
10.018 kg
12.86 kg
Width Mm
15.91 in (40.4 cm)
14.92 in (37.9 cm)
Connectivity1 difference
Portafilter
2.13 in (54 mm)
2.28 in (58 mm)
General2 differences
Built In Grinder
Yes
No
Power W
1600 W
1700 W
Pump pressure
15 bar
15 bar
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