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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Erin Bashford

I asked an espresso machine expert, and these 3 crucial errors will ruin your morning brew

A red smeg espresso machine with burr grinder is photographed against a blue background.

As a coffee lover, I'm always trying to find new ways to make my daily brew even better. Whether that's finessing my grind, bossing the extraction, or simply taking care of my espresso machine, I'm always trying to level up.

I have the Breville Bambino Plus — the best espresso machine, in my opinion — and I want it to last as long as possible. Espresso machines are expensive, and you don't want to have to drop $500 more than once every five years to get barista-quality coffee at home. In general, vibratory pump espresso machines should last at least five, if not eight, years.

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