Breville BES990BSS Oracle Touch Espresso Machine, Brushed Stainless Steel

Automating the most demanding steps of café drink preparation is the primary focus of this bean-to-cup espresso machine. Built with a brushed stainless steel exterior, the Breville Oracle Touch integrates a precision conical burr grinder directly into the unit. Instead of requiring you to weigh, distribute, and tamp coffee by hand, the machine handles all three steps automatically, dosing out 22 grams of freshly ground coffee directly into the portafilter before tamping it with consistent force.

Shot extraction relies on a commercial-style dual boiler construction paired with digital PID temperature regulation. The primary benefit of dual boilers is speed: you can pull an espresso shot and steam milk at the exact same moment without waiting for a single heating element to adjust between brewing and steaming temperatures. Extraction begins with low-pressure pre-infusion, which gently expands the packed grounds before an over-pressure valve regulates maximum pump pressure to prevent bitter notes from over-extraction.

Milk preparation is equally hands-off thanks to an automated, self-cleaning steam wand connected to its own dedicated steam boiler. You can select your preferred milk temperature and texture levels via the touchscreen, and the machine froths the milk to produce microfoam suitable for pouring latte art. The full-color touch display comes pre-programmed with five common drinks (espresso, long black, latte, flat white, and cappuccino) and lets you adjust strength, milk texture, and temperature to save up to eight custom drink profiles under unique names.

The main trade-off of this setup is the sheer physical and electrical footprint. Running dual boilers and an integrated grinder requires 1800 watts of power on standard 110 to 120-volt circuits, meaning it needs a dedicated kitchen outlet. At the same time, maintaining its internal systems requires regular attention using the provided cleaning kit, water hardness test strips, and water filter replacements to keep the water lines flowing smoothly.

Verdict: For home coffee lovers who want genuine café-style drinks without learning manual tamping and milk-pitcher techniques, this bean-to-cup espresso machine offers an ideal balance of automation and control. Shoppers looking for a compact appliance or a purely hands-on manual lever experience should explore other options.

• Model: BES990BSS
• Color / Finish: Brushed Stainless Steel
• Power: 1800 Watts
• Voltage: 110 to 120 Volts
• Water Tank Capacity: 67 oz
• Bean Hopper Capacity: 1/2 lb
• Portafilter Size: 58mm stainless steel
• Boiler Design: Dual Boiler
• Display: Touchscreen with 5 pre-programmed drinks and 8 custom profiles
• Warranty: 2 Year Limited Warranty

A great fit if you:

• Want café-style espresso, lattes, and cappuccinos at home but prefer automated grinding, dosing, and tamping over manual prep work.
• Enjoy hosting or making multiple milk drinks back-to-back and need dual boilers that brew coffee and steam milk simultaneously.
• Share your kitchen with family members who each want to save their own personalized coffee strength, temperature, and milk texture profiles.

Consider something else if you:

• Have limited counter clearance under low kitchen cabinets and need a smaller, more compact espresso maker with a slimmer profile.
• Prefer a purely manual, hands-on mechanical lever machine where you control grind distribution, manual tamping pressure, and steam wand positioning yourself.

Confirm on the listing:

• Measure your kitchen counter depth and overhead cabinet clearance to ensure this full-size dual-boiler machine fits comfortably with top access to the bean hopper.
• Check that your kitchen counter outlet supports an 1800-watt appliance operating on 110 to 120 volts without overloading shared circuits.
• Review the package contents to verify your shipment contains the mini grinds bin, 480ml milk jug, 58mm portafilter, both filter baskets, and the water filter kit.
• Check the registration terms and conditions on the seller page regarding eligibility for the included two bags of specialty coffee beans.

How to compare your options: When evaluating automatic espresso machines, pay close attention to boiler configuration, portafilter dimensions, and grinder integration. This unit features a dedicated dual-boiler build, an integrated conical burr grinder that automatically tamps, and a standard 58mm commercial-sized portafilter, offering automated operation alongside standard café specifications.

Start by using the included water hardness test strip to check your tap water before inserting the water filter into the 67-ounce water tank. Setting the correct baseline water hardness helps you maintain regular filtration habits and protects the dual boilers over time.

Fill the 1/2-pound hopper with fresh whole beans, insert the 58mm portafilter into the grinding cradle, and let the automatic doser measure and tamp the full 22-gram dose. Adjust the grind size setting in fine steps until your extraction produces the flavor profile and balance you prefer.

For milk drinks, pour cold milk into the included 480ml stainless steel jug and position the wand. Because the wand textures milk automatically and purges itself with steam after lowering, wipe the exterior of the wand down with a damp cloth immediately after each use to keep it pristine.

Can I brew coffee and steam milk at the same time?
Yes. The machine features a dual boiler construction with a dedicated steam boiler, allowing you to pull espresso shots and froth milk simultaneously.

What accessories come included in the box?
The package includes a mini grinds bin, 58mm stainless steel portafilter, 1-cup and 2-cup single wall filter baskets, 480ml stainless steel milk jug, steam wand spare parts, a cleaning kit, water hardness test strip, water filter holder, and a water filter.

How many customized drink recipes can I save?
You can create and save up to eight personalized coffee profiles with custom names, in addition to using the five pre-programmed touchscreen favorites.

Does the machine tamp the coffee grounds for you?
Yes. The integrated precision conical burr grinder automatically grinds, measures, and tamps 22 grams of coffee directly into the 58mm portafilter.

What electrical power is required to run this unit?
This machine is rated at 1800 watts and runs on standard 110 to 120-volt household electrical outlets.