Rank #10 in Best Espresso Machine 2026: 10 Ranked, and Why 20 Bar Is the Wrong Number
Breville Barista Slimline Espresso Machine, 58mm Portafilter, 15 Bar
- Rating
- 3.9
- Ratings
- 164
- Rank
- #10
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Barista Slimline is the narrower sibling of the Barista Max above it, and the listing keeps the professional-flavoured hardware: a 58mm portafilter, 15 bar pressure, an integrated milk frother, a water filter, adjustable brew strength, an auto clean function and auto shut-off, with a 1.1 litre capacity in a 6.15 kilogram body.
Unlike the Max, there is no built-in grinder, so the 58mm basket and tamp are paired with pre-ground coffee or a separate grinder. Included are one and two shot filter baskets, a 460ml stainless steel milk jug and a cleaning pin. At the time of collection it carried 164 ratings at 3.9 stars, the lowest average here. Everything here comes from the Amazon listing rather than our own testing.
How those 164 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 3.9 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Other Special Features of the Product | Adjustable Brew Strength, Auto Clean Function, Auto Shut-Off, Jug, Milk Frother, Water Filter |
|---|---|
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Specific Uses For Product | Americano, Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte, Mocha |
| Operation Mode | Semi-Automatic |
| Voltage | 220 Volts |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Output Pressure | 15 Bars |
| Coffee Input Type | grounds_and_milk |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Capacity | 1.1 litres |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 23.6D x 35.8W x 37.6H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 6.15 kg |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| coffee_filter_size | #2 |
| Brand Name | Breville |
| Included Components | 1-shot and 2-shot filter baskets, 460ml stainless steel milk jug, Cleaning Pin, Coffee tamp, Milk Frother |
| Model Name | Barista Slimline |
| Model Number | VCF185 |
| Manufacturer | Newell Brands |
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Espresso Machine 2026: 10 Ranked, and Why 20 Bar Is the Wrong Number.
Rank #1
De'Longhi Dedica Style Manual Espresso Machine, 15 Bar, 1350W, Metal
£173.75
Rank #2
Breville Barista Max Espresso Machine with Integrated Bean Grinder, 15 Bar
£394.99
Rank #3
De'Longhi Stilosa Manual Espresso Machine, 15 Bar, Stainless Steel Boiler
£89.00
Rank #4
De'Longhi Magnifica S Bean to Cup Automatic Coffee Machine, 15 Bar
£295.00
Questions people ask
What size is the portafilter?
58mm, per the listing.
Does it include a grinder?
No, unlike the Barista Max the listing names no built-in grinder.
What is included?
One and two shot filter baskets, a 460ml milk jug, a cleaning pin and a tamp.
Does it have a water filter?
Yes, a water filter is named among its features.
How many ratings does it have?
164 at the time of collection, averaging 3.9 stars.
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