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	Rancilio	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$1940	$1999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Baby Bar One pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1L	Steam: 4L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Reservoir	5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	20 kg	35.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Baby Bar One priced at $1,999 and the Rancilio Silvia Pro X priced at $1,940 are both semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at intermediate skill level users. While the price difference is minimal, the Ascaso is slightly more expensive by $59. Both brands, Ascaso and Rancilio, are reputable in the espresso machine market, offering quality products suitable for home baristas looking to refine their skills.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Baby Bar One activates via a button and features a dual boiler made from stainless steel, with a saturated group type and heat-up time exceeding 30 minutes. In contrast, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X uses a rocker switch for activation and has a brass heating element, also utilizing a saturated group and achieving a significantly shorter heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. The steam boiler capacity for the Ascaso is larger at 4 liters compared to Rancilio's 1 liter. Additionally, the water reservoir capacity is greater in the Ascaso at 5 liters versus the 2 liters in the Silvia Pro X.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Ascaso Baby Bar One include a steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew steam, PID control, pre-infusion capability, and shot timer, but it does not offer auto shutoff or boiler pressure gauge. The Rancilio Silvia Pro X, on the other hand, includes both auto shutoff and a boiler pressure gauge, along with PID control with degree control and dual PID control functionalities. Both machines feature a steam wand, hot water option, solenoid valve, and over-pressure valve but lack an integrated grinder and smart connectivity features.

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