Breville Barista Max Espresso Machine Latte & Cappuccino Coffee Maker with Integrated Bean Grinder & Steam Wand 2.8 L Water Tank 15 Bar Italian Pump Stainless Steel

The Breville Barista Max is an espresso machine with an integrated conical burr grinder offering 30 adjustable grind settings, Temp IQ Shot Control for water flow and temperature stability, Auto Shot Volumetric Control for automatic shot volumes, and a 15-bar Italian pump. A full-size milk frother produces microfoam for lattes and cappuccinos. It holds a 4.2-star average across 888 reviews at the time of collection.

This is a mid-priced, well-equipped semi-automatic machine for buyers who want an integrated grinder and automated shot volume control without paying bean-to-cup prices, though it sits towards the lower end of the ratings in this comparison.

• Integrated grinder with 30 grind settings gives fine control over particle size at a mid-range price • Auto Shot Volumetric Control automates shot volume while still allowing manual override • Temp IQ Shot Control targets consistent water flow and temperature across shots • Full-size milk frother handles lattes, flat whites and cappuccinos • 2.8-litre tank is larger than several other machines in this comparison, reducing refill frequency

• 4.2-star average across 888 reviews is towards the lower end of the ratings seen across this comparison • Milk frothing is manual via the steam wand rather than a fully automatic system

Buyers wanting an integrated grinder and automated shot volume at a mid-range price. Espresso drinkers who want a large water tank to reduce refilling. Buyers comfortable operating a manual steam wand for milk drinks

You want a fully automatic milk frothing system. You want the highest-rated machine in this comparison

The Breville Barista Max Espresso Machine Latte & Cappuccino Coffee Maker with Integrated Bean Grinder & Steam Wand 2.8 L Water Tank 15 Bar Italian Pump Stainless Steel is currently priced at £180.97. Check above for the latest price from UK retailers.