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I have had an Oracle for several years and make my wife and I a latte every day. It works perfectly and have never had a problem. Even took it to Florida on winter vacation! Would purchase it again in a second! Excellent features and quality.

@mu544

2 жыл бұрын

How many years you use it until now

@dallasportland6765

2 жыл бұрын

@@mu544 I have used my Oracle for over 10 years.

@JohnDoe-yh9gi

Жыл бұрын

Why would you purchase it again?

@dallasportland6765

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnDoe-yh9gi Absolutely!

This is a game changer, I'm buying for sure. Just want to acknowledge you for the clear and concise presentation and narrative, you've done a great job here--thank YOU. As I watch all the other videos, they make coffee-making (esp cupucinno and latte) into a nitpicking, no-ordinary, big-fuss, big hoohah and very complicated process. No, it's not intimidating, ANYONE with a reasonable IQ can master the coffee-making after 2-3 weeks, it's not rocket science. But many aficionado make it as if it is so refined, so artful, so extraordinary, so meticulous, so-grandios, so-big-deal process. I think coffee-making ought to be making a cup of coffee simply and consistently. If A.I. is taking over our repetitive jobs, then coffee making is already a robot's job. Man, the amount of hair-splitting tools and process--frankly makes it laughable--in fact ostentatiously pedantic. Maybe some people found their purpose in life to make a perfect cup of coffee, but they shouldn't make it as-if it's a study in making a particle accelerator. Thank you for this video. And I'm anticipating some people spitting at my face for my comments here.

Show me ONE other machine that wakes up morning, has 58mm portafilter, built in grinder, auto tamper, dual boiler, PID, auto steam with temp. meter. I can help you! There is NONE! This is the ONLY machine with all the features. What a job by Sage/Breville. Such a great machine. You can even set the dose by unscrewing the tamp head and adjusting it to a preferred height.

I loved this review! Humour that's drier than the grind, and brilliantly informative. It swung my judgment to buy the Sage Oracle today.

I’ve had this machine for years. It’s been honestly great. It’s a great middle ground between semi-auto and superauto.

There's a third group - those of us who are interested in diving deeper into coffee but when you have the machine dialled-in you want a machine that gives you consistent results with a minimum of fuss. This is where the oracle really shines - you can spend hours messing with the settings, get your IMS baskets, your bottomless portafilters: then for the next few weeks it'll just keep making you great coffee until you want to change up the beans or something.

Best review of the Breville Oracle available online; hands down !........Thanks sir.

Superb review! Just like all the others you have done! It is also very honest! Bravo

Great review, great job💪these are some very solid and valid points from daily use. The automated warm up funktion alone with the fully automated steam function is really something to consider if you're a little busy in the morning but you still don't won't to compromise your coffee experience.

Thank you, thank you, a super great review and comparisons, superbly done

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Orrin!

I could not be happier with my Oracle. Consistent, great results, every morning.

Just got one, awesome machine .he is spot on about being able to get the coffees out quick for guests. Also handy is the wheels underneath can be unlocked from the tray section so you can pull it out easy. Plus my one came with a complimentary 450,dollar breville pack containing heaps of good items.

@manuel0578

Жыл бұрын

what items? how do I get that pack?

Great content. Keep up the good work.

The oracle is such an amazing machine. Have had mine a couple years now and can’t think of a single reason to upgrade to something else.

Absolutely love this machine it's as if Breville read my mind and made a machine purely just for me. I do have the oracle touch model but it's essentially the same machine with even more automated settings. Can't imagine living without this machine.

Bought mine a few months back - very pricey, yes, but well worth it. BTW, sent back the dual boiler after a couple of weeks, upgraded to this, never looked back

Just bought it and Love this machine! Beautiful coffees every time, buy the freshest beans as you can, I want3d a machine that tastes just like a coffee shop and I got just that, very happy indeed wouldn’t look past this model

thank you. was just thinking of this today. as it is on special. but touvh imprees i was going to get. i will still get as i can use it manual as well.

very good review! it's help me to make the decision to choose coffee machine! thx!

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

Thank you so much!!!

Thanks for the review -- I decide to move my double boiler and smart grinder to my beech house and just ordered the Sage Touch (UK version of this) -- the Touch should be tidier than my current set-up.

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! I should have also mentioned how much cleaner the grinding is now that it's all one contained unit. Very nice to have

Thanks for the review - I would like to know whether the grinder of the Oracle is similar to the Barista express one? I mean from the quality perspective regardless to the tamping option.

I was about to buy a Delonghi Specialista until I found your review on it. Went with the Oracle. As a first-time espresso machine owner, glad I don't have to deal with any of the particulars I hear make frothing milk hard as I have enough trouble trying to dial in the grind.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Big upgrade over the Specialista! Night and day in terms of quality of both the machine and coffee quality

Totally get your point about using the automated machine in the morning and the Rocket in the afternoon..

I found once I got used to the Oracles wand, I can manually get just about any texture milk I want with the occasional screw up.

The auto purge function is also standard on cheaper models, such as the Bambino, as is the auto streaming of milk (though this is more limited on the Bambino).

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Auto steaming is available on "Touch" variants of the lower end models. Interested in trying the Bambino next

I think this is the machine I am looking for.

I own the Oracle Touch, which is the latest model. Its pretty much the same machine but with a touch screen. Its a very expensive coffee maker but if you buy the right beans and get the correct grind setting you will end up with absolute top notch coffee. If you want the best possible coffee with the least effort you should buy the Oracle (if you can afford it). I disagree though with the statement that you don’t have to dial in the grind. You do! Different beans has very different grind behavior. Also I have noticed a difference between grind setting when the hopper is full or almost empty. But you will learn.

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

You absolutely do have to dial in! Would never suggest otherwise, sorry if my phrasing came off that way. All I was inferring is that dialing in is far less of a struggle, as the dose and tamp are held very consistent, so all you need to worry about is grind

@TitoTito-ju1te

4 жыл бұрын

I have been using the Oracle touch as well for over a year now. I would almost call it a dream machine if I was able to pull consistent shots. Using fresh beans from local roaster with same settings. Trying to pull 44 gramms on a double shot and time wise is all over the place. Still learning after a year.

I have owned an Oracle for about 3 yrs. I'd like to see you make a cappucino into a clear glass cup, using the auto froth on the cappucino setting, and get enough foam for a true 1/3 espresso, 1/3 steamed milk,1/3 foam, that is supposedly what a cappucino is. Please!

Great review! I am looking into getting one of these espresso machines. Price of 4.50 or more everyday or twice a day adds up fast. I was sold sold on either barista touch or oracle but after seeing the Rocket, I think I will get it. I hear shots are more full bodied with Rocket. I like my coffee full bodied.

@krystleroy3068

3 жыл бұрын

Same a sales lady was trying to push this on me and I’m like have you ever seen the rocket r58 ? Or emc she was like no I guess you know your espresso machines

@krystleroy3068

3 жыл бұрын

I do like the mess free and dose everything for u

I almost bought this guy it’s basically a super automatic with out the draw backs

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

That has been my takeaway so far as well

@Ucada

4 жыл бұрын

It seems to be a semi-super automatic which is really great to both worlds.

Great review! One question tho: If you got a second portafilter... Can you brew and grind at the same time..? Thanks!

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

I had to try this out, and YES you can! What an epic efficiency hack! You can grind, brew, and steam simultaneously. Very cool

@DusunBandar

3 жыл бұрын

Great question. With great answer. Will try this Oracle..

Great machine at a good price. Would recommend it.

Up next do a review on La Marzocco Linea Mini or GS3 ;) . Btw great review of Breville Oracle & I finally understood the main intention of its purpose, great alternative to any Super-automatic Espresso machine with only add bits of effort moving around portafilter & placing milk jug for frothing.

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Ouch, might need to start selling things for that request! ;) haha

@hjadizulhusnihjyahya7288

4 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Haha!

Thank you, great review. Would love to hear more in depth comparisons of the flavour/taste profile of the Oracle vs Apartamento/Niche. Also I hear bad things about Breville reliability. Appreciate this is hard to test, but what’s your impression of build quality?

@debistanley2791

3 жыл бұрын

I noticed those, reading what they paid, not this model. I have a Breville frother and combo convection toaster oven. Luv luv luv.

Great video. Loving your videos, and the presentation. But you can adjust the amount of coffee that you grind and tamp. Meaning you could, with some handy work get better tasting espressos with this machine. I have adjusted the grind/tamper in a way that its giving me 19g of coffee everytime. Absolutely loving this machine.

@duranslaboratory8651

2 жыл бұрын

But I dont understand what is the point of having this machine then ? You basically only make things harder to adjust ? With a Barista Pro for example, changing the amount of coffee is very simple. So the way I see it, the only "variable" you remove with Oracle is the tamp pressure.

@manuel0578

Жыл бұрын

why is there not a simple grind amount adjustment on this machine like on all their other machines that have grinders?

Your mustache is Awesome lol 😂 nice video thanks for sharing your experience

Thanks so much, I just bought this machine because of your review. You did a great job. Can you please review the small Breville Bambino as well? I need something small for my office.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

I'll be getting a Bambino in very soon!

@California007

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Very exciting. I just turned the bell on.

Just to make sure is it possible to use manually the grinder ? Another additional question is how long goes the on duration? For example in the Barista Pro is 30 minutes. Also is it possible to adjust the maching settings to celsius instead fahrenheit and to adjust the clock to 24 hours clock and not for american clock?

Great review. Any chance you might check the barista touch in the future?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

It's certainly on the radar, yes

Hi, very good videos I really like your style of presenting. I have done a reasonable amount of resarch for the last couple of weeks regarding espresso brewing. I have also had a Barista Pro which I returned due to very varying coffee results. Basically, my wife (and partially myself) could not stand the fact that she needed to weigh the beans each time to get a good extraction. Which brings me to the point. The way I see the Oracle vs e.g. Barista Pro is that the Oracle removes the "tamp" pressure variable ONLY. Sure enough, the grind amount should be approx. the same each time, but that can also be said of the Barista Pro, both operate more or less on grind time. Anyway, it is possible to measure out the beans and grind fixed amount each time. That leads us to the time/volume factor. The Barista Pro is a volumetric machine, which means that in theory, given identical pressure loss through the puck, same amount of volume should be extracted. So you just measure the time in order to get a good tasting coffee and adjust grind settings accordingly. On the Oracle, the time or volume can be set. Lets say for arguments sake that we set the extraction time, this means that if we do not grind correct we will miss the 1:2 ratio. And we need to adjust the grind settings. So that is very similar to what we do with the "semi-automatic" machine like the Barista Pro. So basically, my question is : Is it really that much simpler to use? And is it really "super-automatic" machine ? I mean, lets face it, without dialing in, you will not get the full potential from the shot. As a matter of fact, with the Oracle you have less possibilities to adjust since it is difficult to adjust the dosage from the grinder which is more or less a fixed amount.

I almost got this today but I really want a Rocket r60 or 58 or a emc syn

Hi, how is the grinder quality on it? I have a Lelit Kate now and the waiting time between brewing and steaming seem a bit long, I am planing to upgrade to a dual boiler.

Ayyy we both got it the same time I got a used one last night

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

No way! Very cool

I love coffee but I'm too lazy to do it go full "coffee geek"! This looks like the perfect option if you want better quality coffee with next to no fuss... Still drinking pod coffee so I expect a drastic improvement - if only I could justify the cost! Great vid as always! Keep the reviews coming :)

@patricktrainor9703

3 жыл бұрын

In the same boat!!

Ok pausing at 7:43 How do you get around opening your cabinet door? Would love one of these but the blockage would seem cumbersome at best. Great reviews all around!

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

My cabinets are much lower than average, so that one side gets blocked. I simply click off the bean hopper if I need access

What do you think about having this machine with a standalone grinder as well? For days when you want that almost superautomatic you can use the internal grinder, and for days when you want a more artisanal experience you could have a second grinder on the side?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

That would be a very good setup (expensive). But you'd effectively have the best of both worlds

@anthonytomlinson3311

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Yeah, I was thinking that! Cheaper than buying an additional Rocket machine at least! Thanks for the input!

What dose are you using with this to not get channeling? I am getting channeling on almost all shots with my Oracle Touch, however I don't have the ability to touch the tamp time in seconds or the tamp pressure.

I have one. I love it. But I can’t get the two cup to work automatically

Cracking review for someone new to all this about to buy his first expresso machine. My budget is 2k. I was about to settle on the de longhi maestoso but now am not so sure. Any thoughts?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Stay away from the more expensive DeLonghis, they are far from worth the money. If you want an all in one, the Breville Oracle is leagues better for a similar price. Or the Barista Pro for almost half the price .

Dream machine! ☕️☕️☕️🏆🏆🏆

For espresso quality only, which combo would you go with? The Breville dual boiler and Niche grinder or an E61 group espresso machine and the the Niche grinder?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Purely for espresso quality, not considering longevity of the machine or steaming power, I'd go with the Dual Boiler. The temperature control and low pressure pre-infusion will yield a better shot.

@Seangfk

4 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Appreciate you getting back to me! Curious if you think Breville will be making a new Dual boiler as the current one is discontinued. Any thoughts? I might have to hold out if thats a possibility lol The other option I'm considering is the Profitec Pro 700 - Worth checking out if you haven't already :)

As someone who enjoys a cap in the morning before leaving to work, I can see the appeal of the oracle. Every minute counts. But now that I'm working from home, I'd rather take my time and play around.

@serpserpserp

3 жыл бұрын

If you have 3 coffees a day like I do working from home and have a manual set up, you'll waste 45-60 minutes a day making said coffees (including cleaning up). I am about to buy this thing to get 30 minutes of my life back!

@rickstokes2239

3 жыл бұрын

I work for myself but on the road a good part of the day but there’s just something to doing it all manual that is so much more satisfying to me.

@MackPhotographyNZ

2 жыл бұрын

@@serpserpserp how does it take you nearly 20 mins to make a manual coffee?!?!?

I've had my Oracle Touch since March for my gelato shop. When it works, I love it. However, it's broken down 3 times and it's just 9 months old. Each time has been a different problem/issue. I clean the machine, descale and change filters when I'm prompted. My two repairs thus far have cost me $400USD equivalent. I don't know yet how much my 3rd repair will cost.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

None of the Breville lineup is made for commercial use like a cafe or shop. How many shots approximately are you pulling per day?

@craigwalters1573

3 жыл бұрын

Also, why isn't the machine covered under warranty? My brother in law had a grinder issue with a 16 month old breville express and they replaced his entire unit for no cost.

@rajivprasad7454

3 жыл бұрын

@@craigwalters1573 Warranties are void if being used for commercial purposes.

@CriticalTechReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@rajivprasad7454 Sure, but I'm not sure why this person would be telling Breville that it's being used that way. It seems like there's some other issue, maybe they don't offer warranty coverage in their country.

@saauuzza

Жыл бұрын

Buy la marzocco for that. Might be 2 years too late though.

Insane

why is there not a simple grind amount adjustment on this machine like on all their other machines that have grinders?

Would love to know your settings. I realise different coffee needs different grinds etc, but perhaps suggestions on how to get the most out of the machine in the advanced menu like pre infusion tweaking etc

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

I like to set the pre-infusion on the lowest pressure setting, and set the duration of pre-infusion until I see the first drips come from the basket. This will allow you to grind finer, and increase extraction and sweetness :)

@KristianH1986

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ great thanks for the advice!

Thanks for the video - you mention that you didn't think you'd want to keep this unit when you purchased it. So, I am wondering what you do with all these machines when you're done with them?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Well my maim reason for purchasing all of these machine is for the KZread channel! So once I'm done, I keep the ones I want, and resell the others on a used marketplace like Kijiji

@BCTCanadian

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Thanks for your dedication... some of these are no small investment!

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Its fun! Thanks for continuing to watch!

Would love to have known the froth level and temperature you selected to achieve the latte art....

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

150 degrees F (45C), and the furthest setting towards Latte were the settings used

what is the dial setting you use for light roasts? can I set the temp to 93 degrees Celcius for light roasts?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

There is no "setting for light roasts", you need to dial in your coffee individually. They can vary drastically coffee to coffee and machine to machine. Yes, this machine has and adjustable PID and is very temperature stable which is good if you want to increase the temperature for lighter roasts

Can you share tips for how to dial in the grind size for this type of machine? Thanks!!

@LifestyleLab_

9 ай бұрын

Same process as this, except for the dosing is controlled by the machine. Oracle is generally dosing around 21g, so you’ll be aiming for 42g How to Dial In Breville Barista Pro kzread.info/dash/bejne/dmGWuJajXb2To7g.html

Have anyone tried Costco’s Sur La Table double boiler espresso machine? Very attractive price with the features 🤔

Great review! Would you prefer Oracle Touch over Oracle, unable to decide between the two keeping aside the price. Thanks!

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I think I'd honestly stick with the base Oracle. I know you said price aside, but Im a strong believer that the Touch versions offer poor value. You really gain no functionality with the Touch, and MAYBE some ease of use, depending on your level of coffee knowledge. If money's truly no option, and you're a total beginner, go with the Touch. Otherwise, stick with the base Oracle, it's a great machine. (I use mine every single day)

@gailoakley4010

2 жыл бұрын

So glad I just saw this question on here. Was trying to figure out if the Touch was any different than the original Oracle and worth the difference in price. It’s going to be the original Oracle for me. Thank you so much for your reviews, they’re the best.

I am seriously considering the DB but struggling to decide which grinder to get. Was thinking the grinder pro. Do I get a much better quality grind with the zero?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

The grinder pro is the same grinder as found in the Barista Express, Barista Pro, and Oracle. Therefore you will be getting the same quality. The Niche has far better grind consistency and texture, see my Niche Zero review for a direct comparison shot of the grinds next to one another!

Does the Oracle display brewing pressure, like the gauges on the Express and DB? If not, did you find that to be a problem? I rely on that gauge to know I’m in the zone.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

The Oracle does not have a pressure gauge, but it does show a shot timer, which is a more accurate way of dialing in. Pressure gauges are nice to generally know you're building enough pressure, but you can get the same information from the flow rate of the shot. Not an issue at all :) Even my Appartamento doesn't have a pressure gauge!

7:05 too much water I'm afraid 😂😂

Please note error - my comment should read :- The dose produced by the Oracle grinder/ tamper is a remarkably consistent **** 21.5 gms **** with little or no retention.

Great and considered review as usual - it's your fault/sorry, to your credit, that my new Sage Oracle arrives on Wednesday. I've worked hard, with your video input and help, to just about master the Sage Barista Express, which has been a huge learning curve for me. Do you consider Oracle performance can be improved by installing IMS screen and basket? I've spent this much, so what the ?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew! I think you'll really enjoy the Oracle. Yes, I installed an IMS basket onto mine and found there to be some noticeable improvement.

@andrewstewart6655

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Hi ? (sorry, can't find your name) Wow! quick reply !! thanks!!! from Scotland

@ishaya.

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ I order today Oracle non touch... What's IMS basket?

i like your videos

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mohammed !

Does the built-in grinder do coarser grinds, for french press or cold brew?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

No, the grinder operates exclusively in a fine grind range for espresso. The Smart Grinder Pro will offer a greater range of grind sizes

My machine Breville one-year ago n seldom to use it. Currently, the power button is keep blinking n can't make coffee. The power for one cup, 2 cup n long black is not power on. Is this major issue n need to repair?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

You'll need to contact Breville support for some help. There's probably just some routine maintenance you need to do

Thanks for the review, how does a good shot from the Oracle compare to good shots from other lower-end machines you've reviewed/used, such as the DB or Express?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Identical to the dual Boiler (same machine effectively). A 58mm portafilter gives some more evenness and clarity to the shot compared to the lower end 54mm machines :)

@SteiniDJ

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@PAD32

4 жыл бұрын

Having the dual boiler and the barista express, I found that the barista express make sour expresso, I think it's due to bad temperature control

I presume you could go for the Oracle for your everyday quick espresso, and later add something like a Niche Zero so that you can make one-off coffees from a selection of beans and with you playing at the process more.

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

That would be a great combo setup, absolutely

@AndrewDrapper

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ thanks. I can not afford either at the moment, but I think that is the set up I will be looking at in the future.

Can you manually steam your own milk? Or do you have to use the automatic settings to steam it every time?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

If you pull the arm forward, it goes into a manual steaming mode :)

Looking at the Oracle and the Oracle Touch. Do you think the extra $500 is worth it to get the touch vs the older oracle model? Any advantage of one over the other?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Save your money! The touch versions don't add any quality, and only a little convenience

@michikrcmarik9957

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@serpserpserp

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ You get better manual control if you get the touch. I think you can get that flexibility with the regular oracle it might just be harder to find.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

You don't get MORE control per-se, you just get it packaged in a way that is easier to digest for people who are new to espresso. They both have the same range of adjustability

Have you considered testing any of the higher levels within the Jura line?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

Perhaps in the future, yes!

@les5309

4 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Thanks. I am looking at the Jura machines in the $4+K range, btw.

First!.. thanks for the review.

Hi! Can you still do latte art with the oracle’s automatic frother?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! It does great milk texture, and can definitely be used for latte art on the lowest two settings

Any input/recommendations on automatic Espresso machine like Phillip or De’Longhi?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

I don’t have much experience with super automatics sorry. I find they sacrifice a lot in terms of coffee quality. This is as automatic as I’m willing to go

I was just wondering what the time between turning the machine on to using it is please? Thank you

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Around 7 minutes

@nics030

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ thank you

Asking if there is an issue later with automatic tamping Can just use it as a grinder only and able to manually tamping?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately not

@mmortada1978

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ 😪

Hi, Does the machine change the dose between using the single basket and double basket ? If it does not change the dose, then wouldn't using the double basket make 2 weaker shots ?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark! Yes, you can certainly dose correctly for both sizes of portafilter (18-20gr for double, 9-10gr for single)

@marcojm9

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ OK, so it is done manually. I cannot see this in the manual. How do you change the dose for each basket type ?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

The machine uses a force sensor to automatically adjust the dose for the basket you have installed

@marcojm9

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Got it, thank you

Hi, I want to purchase an espresso machine and just found your review. Can you answer a question for me? Are Breville machines well made and will it last a long time? I love the features on this machine and I just want to make sure I am getting a good machine. Thank you so much for this review.

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

If taken care of, yes. My parents have been using this machine for over 4 years now with no issues

@gailoakley4010

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_, just one more question, do you feel the espresso hot enough? I’ve read some reviews where people said it was just luke warm.

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty hot, those complaining about temp are not properly warming the machine and portafilter up

@gailoakley4010

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

What about the brewing temp. This is my biggest concern as i currently have BBTouch and have been left dissappointed with just warm coffee, yes even trying all the tricks in the book and raising brewing temp to max. Breville reps have advice to look at Dual Boiler and Oracle...i dont mind having to pay extra for it, but the key for me is getting hot expresso, not hot milk subsituting for the coffee... Ive started to look at other brands that puts emphasis on brewing tempreture and i dont mind semi-auto or full auto, whatever delivers great hot expresso can take my money! please help 😥

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

The Dual Boiler and Oracle are two of the most temperature stable machines on the market

@Chriswales

2 жыл бұрын

The Oracle was my first espresso machine and the coffee wasn't warm enough when I started using it. This was nothing to do with the brewing temp it was my use of the machine. The portafilter and cup weren't per-warmed enough. Once I set the timer on the Oracle to come on 30 minutes before I got up, left the portafilter in the grouphead and a cup on the warming plate my coffees have been the ideal temperature.

Is there any way to use a single Basket with around 11 Grams of Coffee or is this a double only machine with 20-24 Grams?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it also comes with a single basket. Or of course you can split a double shot into two cups with the spouts :)

@boazyahav9529

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ ​ The real question is how many Grams of coffee the single Basket extracts from the Grinder. I know that by default, the double takes 22-24 g. If the single takes 11-12 that would be perfect. Any idea?

Could you (or someone else) speak to the reliability of the Oracle? I am interested in it, but have read mixed reviews of the reliability of Breville machines.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

I've been using it for 4 shots / lattes per day since purchase with no issues

@anthonytomlinson3311

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks a lot for the quick reply. Great review, I really enjoy all your coffee related reviews. They’ve been very helpful for me

Hello! I would like to know if you have already tested the water temperature which is indicated at 200F? My Oracle says 200F but I can only have 187F left. Thanks

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

The only way to truly measure water temperature at the coffee puck is with a scace device. How are you measuring?

@sebasgarry

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ kzread.info/dash/bejne/pq6Du6-mfMKuZsY.html

@sebasgarry

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ With a cooking thermometer

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

That will definitely give a lower reading than true group temp

Can you manually steam with the wand?? Or would it be terrible because it's stubby and made for automation?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

You can manually steam with the wand, but there would be no benefit to doing so on this particular machine

@MHWells

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Thank you kindly for being such an informative angel! 🙏

Do you have the ability to self-tamp with the oracle or is it completely automated?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

It is completely automated. Unfortunately you can’t turn this on and off

Have had this model for approx 5 months and have noticed the milk texturing quality has really diminished ... now to the point even on "cappuccino" froth level, it is still making a flat white with no foam at all. I am meticulous with cleaning (wipe/purge after every use, monthly with tablets/solution etc, and now i am soaking it in between uses) so i dont believe it is anything I'm doing. I've tried multiple milk products and no difference. Anyone else have these issues and got anything insightful to share? I'm very frustrated after paying AUD$2300.

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

This is definitely not the experience I had from over 1 year of ownership. I would suggest contacting Breville support and describing the issue :)

@ashroberts846

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ thanks for your reply. How frequently do you do a steam wand clean using the sachet/solution ... I was doing it monthly-ish, but when I spoke to Breville customer care they said the wand clean/soak should be done weekly and to also soak it overnight (which I am doing now).

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to be completely honest, I only ever wiped and purged after steaming. Never used a cleaning solution for the steam tip. Which is what leads me to believe there might be something else going on with your machine.

There are two features, I wish this machine had: • Plumbable so I could don't have to empty drip tray and add water • A standard portafilter, I could purchase any random one such as a naked, yes you can probably buy one from Braville. • A naked portafilter, I would feel more confident at seeing the flow rates so dialing it in for different coffees would be faster and easier. I purchased this machine in 2015 - 2016ish and it stopped working in 2019 so I put it in storage until I had the time to deal with it. I took the machine in for a repair cost estimate which turned out to be 1000 dollars. The boilers leaked frying the electronics and and something else to do with the boiler. Since I was basically paying to have the machine completely rebuilt, I had them replace the pump as well so it would be all new inside for almost 1100 dollars. Below are the key features and why I decided to pay to have it repaired vs buying a different. Seattle Coffee Gear is where I purchased the machine and where I took it for repair. I just got it going again this last Monday. • The tech said he had never seen boilers leak on these machines, so is not common • Built in grinder that is very good, no need to have a second device to grind coffee. A good seperate grinder costs and easy 500+ to beat the one in this machine. • Easy to change grind coarse vs fine. Manual suggests starting at 30, I use somewhere between 26 and 30 depending on coffee. • Tamp pressure is easily adjustable as is the number of seconds it applies the tamp pressure. • You can choose between volumetric and timed shot pulls. • Between adjusting grind coarseness, tamp pressure, and tamp length in seconds, volumetric, and timed shots, the machine can be dialed in to pull a perfect shot from any roast. • Dual boilers, allows you to steam milk while pulling a shot. It is not easy • Less mess to cleanup with this machine both grinding and tamping. It does come with a knock box although for parties. This Braville steam's milk in about 40 seconds to 145 degrees while the GS3 in about 14 seconds in the GS3. If I buy another machine, I will not buy this one again because I already have it, I would probably buy a La Marzocco GS3 (single group).

is there a manual mode for foaming milk?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

Yes, by pulling the steam arm forward

does the mirror coffee have a roast date on it how fresh it it?

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

It sure does!

@baristakev5709

4 жыл бұрын

Lifestyle Lab how many days fresh is it

@LifestyleLab_

4 жыл бұрын

@@baristakev5709 The bags I received were roasted 6 days earlier

7:00 what's the brand of that cup?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

Henkel! It’s linked in this video 7 GREAT Cups for Coffee Lovers kzread.info/dash/bejne/nqRqo9KYftPTnrA.html

How many different coffee drinks can you do with the oracle?

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by different drinks?

@ak99515ak

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ like how many pre pre programed drinks it has,

@LifestyleLab_

2 жыл бұрын

You can make whatever drink you want. The shot size, milk temp and milk texture are all fully customizable. Lattes, cappuccinos, Americanos, Flat whites…. It’s not a super auto, so you don’t “program” these in, you just adjust the settings accordingly

Can you use this in a coffee shop?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

No, this are not commercially rated machines. They are for home use

Is it same grinder at barista express?

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

It has significantly more grind steps making it easier to dial in precisely, but otherwise the grind quality is essentially the same!

@mmortada1978

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Same grinder but with more control on grind setting

Have you had any issues since this review with your machine?

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

Nope :) Still going strong

@kevinperez7555

Жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ Sweet. We just ordered one. The few one star reviews had me scared since it’s a good chunk of money, but there was many more good reviews than bad in the end so we went for it.

@LifestyleLab_

Жыл бұрын

I think because Breville machines are so popular, just from pure volume you tend to hear about more breakdowns etc… I’ve owned almost every single one and never had issues. Oracle has been running for 4+ years now

Did u keep the Oracle in the end??

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

🙂 kzread.info/dash/bejne/q4Z6l7qlc5vWlKg.html

@gilleek2

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleLab_ you must have had money to burn buying the rocket and the breville the same day.

@LifestyleLab_

3 жыл бұрын

Aha, or a KZread channel I do this for you guys!

@gilleek2

3 жыл бұрын

If your kitchen counter is getting too cluttered feel free to send one of them my way😉