best espresso machine for a new user for home

[gsnake]

I am sure this question came up many times but for some reason the search function does not work for me (new user thing?). So, I watched these videos how one buys $500 machine and upgrades it to a $5000 machine, etc.. I like this idea and I am a handy guy. I am not into shiny and nice looking machines, just want to get a heavy duty one that I can upgrade later (when I know more about the subject).. Does not have to be 500 but preferably not over 1000..

 

[4Nines]

I purchased a Breville Barista Express Impress espresso machine about a month ago and have been super happy with it! We have been having fun trying different coffee beans and making Americano and Lattes.

Breville Barista Express Impress: https://a.co/d/gdvoGNo

The Barista Express is their classic/original machine, and it's priced at just under $700: https://a.co/d/dVqwFLI

 

[4Nines]

Here's a good video that breaks down all the Breville Barista machines.

 

[4Nines]

This Breville machine is on Black Friday sale and meets your $500 budget.

Link: https://a.co/d/33Ud01q