Purchasing the wrong machine will cost you a lot of money. We have seen many Espresso lovers get confused between Breville BES870 vs Breville BES870XL, So, do some research before making any final decision.

Difference between Breville BES870 and Breville BES870XL

The difference between Breville BES870 and Breville BES870XL is Breville BES870 is for Australia, and Breville BES870XL is for North American users. Because Breville BES870 consumes 240 Volts and Breville BES870XL 120 Volts. There are a few more differences we will discuss in the comparison table.

If you are in a hurry, just read the table and you will know the differences!

Product	Breville BES870	Breville BES870XL
Interface	Simple button control	Simple button control
Capacity	Bean Hopper Capacity: 250 grams Water Tank Capacity: 2 L	Bean Hopper Capacity: 250 grams Water Tank Capacity: 2 L
Construction Materials	Brushed Stainless Steel.	Brushed Stainless Steel.
Dimensions	12″ x 11″ x 13.5″	12″ x 11″ x 13.5″
Voltage	240 Volts	120 Volts
Power	1850 Watts	1600 Watts
Heating Systems	1600W Thermocoil Integrated stainless steel water path accurately controls water temperature.	1600W Thermocoil Integrated stainless steel water path accurately controls water temperature.
Settings	Single or Double Shots and Adjustable Grind Amount & Manual over-ride	Single or Double Shots and Adjustable Grind Amount & Manual over-ride
Milk texturing	Manual milk texturing	Manual milk texturing
Brewing System	15 bar Italian Pump, Thermocoil system and PID Temperature Control	15 bar Italian Pump, Thermocoil system and PID Temperature Control
Grind Settings	16 precision grind settings	16 precision grind settings
Warranty	1 Year Limited Product Warranty	1 Year Limited Product Warranty

After 6 months of ownership Breville Barista Express Pros & Cons!

Where is the Breville bes870xl made?

China, including Breville BES870XL all the Breville products Design and Engineered in Australia, and most of the products assembled in China.

Is Breville bes870XL espresso machine worth it?

Yes, because with the Breville bes870XL Barista Express Espresso machine you can create special coffee from bean to coffee at home in under a minute. Breville bes870XL allows grinding the beans just before extraction for precise temperature control (PID) and pleasant taste. With Breville bes870XL espresso machine you can make Cappucchino, Americano, Latte, Espresso and so on.

Is the Breville bes870XL a good grinder?

Breville BES870XL espresso machine comes with a Dose-control grinding system. With any roast of a bean, the integrated conical burr grinder grinds on-demand to deliver the perfect amount of freshly ground coffee directly into the portafilter.

How long does Breville bes870xl last

The Breville is a very reputed brand if the machine uses correctly and maintains its health., there is no doubt Breville bes870xl will last 5 to 8 years.

How to clean Breville bes870xl? (7 Methods Explained)

Breville bes870 has an inbuilt cleaning feature. The CLEAN / DESCALE light will significantly be flashing show when cleaning is required. Follow these steps to clean effectively

• In the one or two cup filter disc, place the cleaning disk.
• Place the filter basket into the portafilter.
• Put 1 cleaning tablet into the filter.
• Lock the portafilter into the group head.
• Turn the machine OFF.
• Simultaneously press and hold the 1 CUP, 2 CUP and POWER button for 3 seconds.
• The cleaning cycle will begin and will last about 5 minutes. Once complete, 3 beeps will sound. Remove the portafilter and check to see if the tablet has dissolved entirely.

Note: If the tablet has not dissolved, repeat steps 5 to 7 until tablet has dissolved.

1. Cleaning the conical burr grinder

This grinder cleaning cycle removes oil build-up on the burrs which can hamper performance. Follow these steps to clean perfectly.

• Unlock hopper
• Empty hopper
• Replace hopper
• Lock hopper
• Run grinder empty
• Unlock hopper
• Remove hopper
• Unlock top burr
• Remove top burr
• Clean top burr with brush
• Clean lower burr with brush
• Clean chute with brush

There are a few advanced cleaning guides for the conical burr grinder. These steps are only required if there is a blockage between the grinding burrs and the grinder outlet.

• Remove hopper
• Set ‘GRIND SIZE’ to ‘1’ (finest).
• To release the nut, use a 10mm socket and turn it clockwise.
• Set ‘GRIND SIZE’ to ’30’ (coarsest)
• Unlock and remove top burr.
• Remove nut, spring, and flat washer. Carefully remove a lower burr.
• Remove grind fan and washers using long-nose pliers.
• Unlock the grinds exit chute using the brush or a pipe cleaner.
• Clean chute with brush.
• Insert washers & grind fan using long-nose pliers.
• lower burr insertion (drive pin & cavity to align). Insert flat washer & spring washer.
• Rotate ‘Counter-Clockwise’ to tighten nut.
• Insert & lock top burr.
• Set ‘GRIND SIZE’ to ’15’ Replace & lock hopper.

Note: The grinder burrs are incredibly sharp, so proceed with caution.

2. Cleaning the steam wand

After texturing milk, make sure to clean the steam wand.

• After texturing, use steam to clean the milk from the wand.
• Wipe steam wand after each use.
• Clean hole with pin.
• Remove tip.
• Soak tip overnight then re-attach.
• Clean the steam wand with a wet cloth, then adjust the steam dial to the STEAM position while putting the steam wand back into the drip tray. This will get rid of any residual milk in the steam wand.
• Make sure the steam dial is set to STANDBY. To allow the machine cool press the POWER button to off.
• If somehow the steam wand stays jammed, clear the opening with the pin on the cleaning tool.
• If the steam wand is still stuck, use the spanner in the middle of the cleaning tool to remove the tip of the steam wand.
• With the cleaning tool, unscrew the tip.
• To unclog the tip, soak it in hot water before using the pin on the cleaning tool. Reassemble the steam wand and fasten the tip with the cleaning tool.

3. Cleaning the filters, portafilter, and group head

Rinse out any leftover coffee particles by running water through the machine with the portafilter in place but no ground coffee.

• Knock grinds out itself.
• The filter basket should be clean.
• In the portafilter, place the filter basket.
• Put the portafilter inside the Group Head then lock it in place.
• Flush water.
• To unblock, use a cleaning tool.

If the fine pores in the filters become clogged, follow the recommendations below.

• In the portafilter, place the filter. Using the filter and portafilter in place, run water through the machine without any ground coffee.
• The filter basket holes can be cleared with the fine pin on the cleaning tool.
• For wash the Single Wall filters, just use manual pour feature while trying to hold down the 1 CUP button to pour water through the portafilter.
• Run a cleaning cycle on the machine with the portafilter and filter in place to thoroughly wash the filters.

4. Cleaning the cup warming plate

A soft, wet cloth should be used to wipe exterior housing and tray warming plate. After that, polish the surface with a soft, dry cloth. Use abrasive cleaners, pads, and rags to avoid scratching the surface.

5. Cleaning the drip tray

At regular intervals, the drip tray should be removed, emptied, and cleaned, particularly if the drip tray full indicator is on. EMPTY ME,

Remove the drip tray’s grid, segments, and EMPTY ME! indicator. Put the grounds in the bin from the dry compartment. Rinse and dry the drip tray very well with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive washing liquid. By pulling upward as release the side latches, the EMPTY ME! The drip tray’s indication can be removed. The drip tray’s base and cover can both be cleaned in the dishwasher.

6. Cleaning the storage tray

When you slide the drip tray out, the storage tray is pulled forward from behind the drip tray. Use a soft, moist cloth to clean the tray (must not use abrasive cleaners, pads, or cloths that might scratch the surface).

7. Storing your machine

Before storage, turn off the POWER button, turn the steam dial to STANDBY, and unplug the power outlet.
Empty the water tank and drip tray, clean the grinder and remove all unused beans from the hopper.

Make sure the machine is cool, clean, and dry before using it. Place all of the accessories in their proper places or in the storage tray. Store in a vertical position. Nothing should be placed on top.

Warning: Avoid soaking the power wire, plug, or device in water or any other liquid. During decalcification, the water tank should never be removed or totally emptied.

Warning: When cleaning, avoid using alkaline cleaning products to avoid causing damage. Use a gentle detergent and a damp washcloth to clean.

How to descale Breville Barista Express?

Hard water can produce mineral buildup in and on many of the inner functioning components over time, lowering the brewing flow, brewing temperature, machine power, and espresso flavor.

When the ‘CLEAN / DESCALE’ signal is displayed, Breville recommends that you do the descaling procedures listed below.

Check to see if descaling is necessary
1. Descaling is required if the ‘CLEAN / DESCALE’ indicator is activated.

Descaling priming machine:
2. Fill the water tank with one Breville Descaling powder sachet dissolved in one liter of water.

3. To enter Descale mode, press and hold the 2-CUP button while also pressing and holding the POWER button. The machine will heat up as part of the descaling process, and the POWER button should blink constantly throughout this time. When the POWER button, 1 CUP button, CLEAN/DESCALE indication, and HOT WATER/ STEAM indicator are all illuminated, the machine is ready for descaling.

The coffee component is being descaled
4. To begin descaling the coffee component of the machine, press the 1-CUP button. It takes about 25 seconds to descale the coffee component. Once the descaling procedure is complete, the 1 CUP button should flash consistently and remain constant. To end the descaling process in less than 25 seconds, push the 1 CUP button once more.

Steam and hot water components should be descaled
5. Turn the steam dial RIGHT towards the icon to descale the Steam component.
6. Turn the steam dial to the LEFT towards the icon to descale the hot water component.

To accomplish descaling, repeat the same steps
After completing the preceding steps, leave about half (0.5 litre) of the descaling solution in the water tank.
7. To finish the descaling process and dump the solution in the tank, repeat steps 4-6 above.

Safety Recommendations

Breville is very serious about safety. Create and manufacture consumer goods valued customer, at the forefront of in minds. In addition, Breville asks that you use caution when using any electrical appliance and observe the guidelines listed below.

• On a sink drain board, should not use the Barista Express.
• Place the Barista Express away from any hot gas or electric burners, as well as any heated ovens.
• Inside a cabinet, the Barista Express should not be used.
• Always double-check that the Barista Express is fully constructed before plugging it in and turning it on.
• An external timer or separate remote control system are not recommended for use with this machine.
• Use only the attachments that came with your Barista Express.
• Have never used any methods other than those outlined in this book to operate the Barista Express.
• When using the Barista Express, do not leave it unattended.
• Make sure you’re not in contact with any hot surfaces. Before moving or cleaning any elements of the Barista Express, let it cool down.
• Other than cups for warming, don’t put anything on top of the Barista Express.
• Before cleaning, before attempting to move the appliance, disassembling, assembling, and storing the appliance, always turn off the Barista Express by pressing the POWER button to ‘Off’, turn off at If the appliance is to be left unattended, unplug it from the power source.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the equipment and its accessories. Follow the instructions in this book for cleaning.

Tips

• For the best flavor and body, use freshly ground coffee.
• Use freshly roasted coffee beans with a ‘roasted on’ date that is less than two weeks old.
• Coffee beans must be stored in a cold, dark, and dry environment. If at all possible, vacuum seal the container.
• To cut down on storage time, buy coffee beans in small amounts and keep no more than one week’s supply on hand at any given time.
• Because ground coffee quickly loses its flavor and aroma, grind the beans right before brewing.
• Because ground coffee quickly loses its flavor and aroma, grind the beans right before brewing.