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Breville Bambino
$299.95Breville U.S. list price, checked Oct 17, 2026
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37 models
Espresso machines under $1,000
Every espresso machine in our catalog with a U.S. list price under $1,000, from compact single boilers to built-in-grinder machines. List prices run from $159.00 to $999.95.
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Budget with auto milk
Breville Bambino Plus
$499.95Breville U.S. list price, checked Oct 17, 2026
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All espresso machines under $1,000
Sorted by maker list price.
| Photo | Model | Type | Maker list price | Key specs (from maker) | List price checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flair Classic | manual lever | $159.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Flair 2GO | manual lever | $199.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
 | De'Longhi Dedica Duo (EC890) | semi-automatic | $249.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Bambino | semi-automatic | $299.95 | Heating system: ThermoJet | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Espresso Evolution | semi-automatic | $299.99 | Heating system: Single boiler | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Carezza Deluxe | semi-automatic | $349.00 | Heating system: Single boiler | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Flair 49 Pro | manual lever | $359.00 | Portafilter: 49 mm | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Besana | super-automatic | $399.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Turin Axis PID Lever Espresso Machine | lever | $469.00 | Portafilter: 58 mm | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Brera | super-automatic | $499.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Bambino Plus | semi-automatic | $499.95 | Heating system: ThermoJet | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Duo-Temp Pro | semi-automatic | $499.95 | Heating system: Thermocoil; Portafilter: 54 mm | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi Dedica Maestro Plus (EC950M) | semi-automatic | $499.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
 | Gaggia Classic Pro E24 | semi-automatic | $549.00–$599.00 | Heating system: Single boiler | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Turin Legato V2 PID Espresso Machine | semi-automatic | $599.00 | Heating system: Brew boiler + steam thermoblock; Portafilter: 58 mm; Pump: Vibratory | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Infuser | semi-automatic | $599.95 | Heating system: Thermocoil; Portafilter: 54 mm | Oct 17, 2026 |
 | Lelit Anna | semi-automatic | $599.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Flair 58 Plus 2 | manual lever | $699.00–$780.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Anima | super-automatic | $699.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Velasca | super-automatic | $699.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
 | Breville Barista Express | semi-automatic with grinder | $699.95 | Heating system: Thermocoil heating system; Portafilter: 54 mm; Built-in grinder: Steel conical burrs | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo (EC9255M) | semi-automatic with grinder | $699.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Magenta Plus | super-automatic | $749.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Velasca Prestige | super-automatic | $799.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Barista Express Impress | semi-automatic with grinder | $799.95 | Heating system: 15 bar Italian Pump; Thermocoil system; PID Temperature Control; 1750W Thermocoil–Integrated stainless steel water path accurately controls water temperature; Portafilter: 54 mm; Built-in grinder: Steel conical burrs | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi La Specialista Opera (EC9555M) | semi-automatic with grinder | $799.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi La Specialista Touch (EC9455M) | semi-automatic with grinder | $799.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Lelit Anita | semi-automatic | $799.95 | Built-in grinder: Yes | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Anima Prestige | super-automatic | $849.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Cadorna Milk | super-automatic | $849.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Barista Pro | semi-automatic with grinder | $849.95 | Heating system: ThermoJet; Portafilter: 54 mm; Built-in grinder: Steel conical burrs | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Cadorna Barista Plus | super-automatic | $899.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Gaggia Magenta Prestige | super-automatic | $899.00 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Turin MC3 PID Espresso Machine | semi-automatic | $899.00 | Portafilter: 58 mm; Pump: Vibratory | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi Magnifica Evo (ECAM29084SB) | super-automatic | $899.95 | Built-in grinder: Yes | Oct 17, 2026 |
| Breville Barista Touch | semi-automatic with grinder | $999.95 | Heating system: ThermoJet; Portafilter: 54 mm; Built-in grinder: Hardened steel conical burrs | Oct 17, 2026 |
| De'Longhi Magnifica Duo (ECAM33080SXB) | super-automatic | $999.95 | - | Oct 17, 2026 |
List prices and specs come from each manufacturer's own website on the date shown. Retailer prices are added once affiliate data feeds are approved.
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Frequently asked questions
How many espresso machines under $1,000 are listed here?
37 models from our catalog, built from each maker's own website (checked Oct 17, 2026). List prices run from $159.00 to $999.95.
Are these tested or ranked?
No. We do not bench-test or review gear. The table is sorted by maker list price; our buying-guide picks are marked where they appear.