Rosette

Compare

Sage Barista Express vs Sage Barista Pro

Choose any two espresso machines to see their specs side by side, with the biggest differences listed first.

AdWe earn a commission if you buy through these links. It doesn't change the price you pay or what we recommend. How we make money

Which one is for you?

Choose the Barista Express if

  • You'd rather spend £113 less.
  • You'd like to see the brewing pressure while you learn.

Choose the Barista Pro if

  • You want it ready sooner. It heats up in 3 seconds, against 60 seconds.
  • You want to time your shots without reaching for your phone.

Worked out from the specs below, by the same rules for every pair.

Main differences

  1. The Barista Express is ready in 60 seconds; the Barista Pro takes 3 seconds.
  2. The Barista Express has a pressure gauge; the Barista Pro doesn't.
  3. The Barista Pro has a built-in shot timer; the Barista Express doesn't.

marks the better figure where one is objectively better.

Sage Barista Express compared with Sage Barista Pro
Barista ExpressBarista Pro
Brewing
Heating systemThermoblockThermoblock
Built-in grinderYesYes
Heat-up time60 seconds3 seconds (better)
Filter basketsPressurised, non-pressurisedPressurised, non-pressurised
Portafilter size54mm54mm
PID temperature controlYesYes
PumpVibrationVibration
Pre-infusionYesYes
Pressure gaugeYes (better)No
Shot timerNoYes (better)
Milk
Milk frothingManual steam wandManual steam wand
Brew and steam at onceNoNo
Size and capacity
Width33cm (better)35.4cm
Height40.4cm (better)40.6cm
Depth31.8cm (better)34.3cm
Water tank2L (better)1.9L
Weight10.6kg9kg
Extras and ownership
Warranty2 years2 years
Can be plumbed inNoNo
Power1,850W1,680W

More espresso machine comparisons