If it’s time to step up your espresso-making skills and you already own a quality grinder, the Breville Infuser is regarded as one of the best home espresso machines with professional features. Normally it costs around $600, but for Black Friday you can nab it for just $350, a 42% discount — however, now only for the Breville Infuser Black Sesame colored model. The Breville Infuser Stainless Steel model has now jumped back up to $520, which is still 13% off if the all-silver look perks your interest.
We’re already fans of Breville’s coffee offerings: The Barista Express is CNET’s pick for best espresso machine, with the compact Breville Bambino Plus running a close second. And while the Barista Express is also on sale at a great Black Friday deal, it includes a built-in grinder, which might be more than you need.
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The Infuser features the same espresso-enthusiast features as the Barista Express, such as consistent temperature regulation that can be set in 2-degree (Fahrenheit) increments, the ability to control the volume of each shot and even an auto purge step that readies the machine for the next shot. What it does not include is the grinder — and the width, making it more friendly for small kitchen counters. It even sports a separate hot water nozzle for making Americanos and a tamper that attaches magnetically out of the way when not in use.
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Why this deal matters
You can get into home espresso at a number of levels, from a great starter to sophisticated multifunction machines. The Breville Infuser appeals to the espresso lover who wants to get more serious about controlling the variables that make a great shot. And at $350, which is the lowest price we’ve seen in years, you can get in at an entry-level price for this class of machines.
