If your coffee routine swings from “just need caffeine” to “I should open a café,” Breville’s newest espresso machine might be your ideal match. The Oracle Dual Boiler has just landed in Australia – and yes, it’s as high-tech as it sounds.
Sitting at the top of Breville’s range (and with a price tag to match – it’s $4499 on Breville’s official site but you can find it for $4299 at The Good Guys), this machine is designed for anyone who wants café-level coffee without the daily barista bill. Whether you’re a push-button person or someone who loves to tweak every shot, the Oracle Dual Boiler covers both.
What does it actually do?
In short: a lot. The Oracle Dual Boiler is packed with features usually reserved for commercial machines. There’s a triple heating system for fast and consistent coffee, a huge 5.7-inch touchscreen and even Wi-Fi so you can turn the machine on from bed (if that’s your thing).
One of the biggest upgrades is the Auto Dial-In system, which adjusts your grind settings automatically after each espresso. If you’ve ever fiddled with grind size and ended up with either bitter sludge or a watery mess, this is genuinely useful.
There’s also an updated Auto MilQ wand with special settings for oat, soy and almond milk, so your flat white doesn’t suffer just because it’s dairy-free!
You can brew up to 15 different drinks, from the classics (latte, espresso, flat white) to more fun picks like iced lattes and espresso martinis. And if someone in your house likes to take the reins, there’s a manual mode that lets you control everything from pre-infusion to milk texturing.
Not to mention, the machine looks good. It has clean lines, subtle colours (think sea salt, brushed stainless steel and black truffle) and no clunky bits in sight. Though fair warning: it’s not small, so you’ll need dedicated bench space if you want to keep it out.
Is it worth the $4499 price tag?
That depends. If you’re the kind of person who loves barista-level coffee but you don’t want to spend 10 minutes fussing with grind size and milk temperature every morning, the Oracle Dual Boiler makes a lot of sense. It’s built for consistency and is easy to use, but still gives you room to experiment with manual controls if you want to.
For context, if you’re buying two takeaway coffees a day at around $5 each, you’re looking at $3650 a year. The maths might actually work in your favour, eventually! That said, it’s not exactly an impulse buy.
Where can you buy the Oracle Dual Boiler?
You can currently buy the Oracle Dual Boiler for:
- $4299 at The Good Guys
- $4499 at Breville
It’s a new release, so expect more retailers to get on board soon!
Not ready to splurge? Try one of these Breville coffee machines instead
If you’re after great coffee without the big price tag, these Breville machines are also known for their quality and value.
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The Bambino Plus
$549 at Breville
For the coffee curious
Great coffee, minus the learning curve. The Bambino Plus heats up in just three seconds and steams milk automatically. Perfect if you want a good cup without memorising espresso ratios.
Key features:
- Heats up in just three seconds
- Auto milk steaming for easy lattes
- Compact design with simple controls
- Comes with tutorials to get you started
Also available at:
- $548 (usually $729) from Amazon
- $549 from The Good Guys
- $599 from Bing Lee
02
The Barista Express
$769 at Breville
For the all-rounder
A long-time crowd favourite, the Barista Express has everything you need to get started – built-in grinder, manual controls and reliable performance at a reasonable price.
Key features:
- Built-in grinder and manual milk wand
- Precision heating for consistent results
- Easy controls and solid performance
- Includes accessories to reduce mess
Also available at:
- $747 from Amazon
- $749 from The Good Guys
- $749 (usually $1099) from David Jones
- $749 (usually $949) from Betta
- $999 from Myer
03
The Barista Touch Impress
$1999 at Breville
For the tech lover
With a colour touchscreen and auto-tamping, this one’s ideal for anyone who wants barista vibes without doing too much. Save your favourite drinks, adjust the settings and let the machine do the rest!
Key features:
- Auto tamping and dosing
- Touchscreen with 13 drink presets
- Steams milk hands-free
- Makes cold brews and espresso martinis
Also available at:
- $1999 from The Good Guys
- $1999 (usually $2299) from Amazon
- $2299 from Myer
04
The Dual Boiler
$1499 at Breville
For the home barista
This one is basically the Oracle’s slightly less fancy sibling – same dual boiler setup, but fewer auto features. Best for people who love to fine-tune every detail.
Key features:
- Commercial-grade dual boiler setup
- Manual steam wand and shot control
- Precise temperature and pressure
- Built for coffee lovers who want control
Also available at:
- $1399 (usually $2499) from Amazon
- $1399 from The Good Guys
- $1499 (usually $2599) from David Jones
- $2499 from Myer
05
The Barista Pro
$1049 at Breville
For the stylish sipper
Fast, compact and sleek, the Barista Pro fits well into smaller kitchens. It still has a built-in grinder and great performance, just without all the frills.
Key features:
- Fast heat-up and built-in grinder
- Manual milk steaming
- Sleek, compact design
- Great for experimenting
Also available at:
- $948 from Amazon
- $999 from The Good Guys
- $1149 from Bing Lee
06
The Barista Express Impress
$949 at Breville
For iced coffee die-hards
The Barista Pro handles hot and cold drinks well and includes Breville’s assisted tamping tech – good news if you’re just getting the hang of home espresso!
Key features:
- Auto tamping with minimal mess
- Cold and hot drinks covered
- Great grinder with 25 settings
- Easy to use with helpful app
Also available at:
- $898 (usually $1199) from Amazon
- $899 from The Good Guys
- $899 from Bing Lee
- $1199 from Myer
Which Breville coffee machine is best?
Still not sure which machine to choose?
- Just want good coffee without the fuss? Go for the Bambino Plus
- Want the most tech for your buck? The Barista Touch Impress is a smart pick
- On a budget but want control? Try the Barista Express
- Love experimenting with every cup? Get the Dual Boiler
- Need something fast and compact? Check out the Barista Pro
- Obsessed with iced coffee? The Barista Express Impress is made for you
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