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	Rancilio	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$1195	$1335
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.2 L - Reservoir	1.3 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	No Information
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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	10 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Aluminum

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID has a manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of $1335 and is targeted at users with an intermediate skill level. In contrast, the Rancilio Silvia PID is priced lower at $1195 and is designed for beginners. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, catering to different customer skill levels.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Dream PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation, features a thermoblock heating element, and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The Rancilio Silvia PID, on the other hand, activates through a rocker switch, relies on a single boiler heating element, and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The water reservoir capacity of the Ascaso model is 1.3 liters, while the Rancilio offers a larger reservoir capacity of 2.2 liters. Both machines employ a vibration pump and share a group type of "Ring" with a portafilter diameter of 58 mm.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Ascaso Dream PID provides several advantages, including auto shutoff, PID control with degree control, pre-infusion, a shot timer, and a solenoid valve. The Rancilio Silvia PID lacks some of these features, particularly the auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, pre-infusion, and shot timer, but still includes PID control and a solenoid valve. Both machines offer hot water dispensing, steam wands, and do not feature an integrated grinder. Overall, the Ascaso Dream PID is equipped with more advanced features, whereas the Rancilio Silvia PID serves as a more simplified but capable option for beginners.

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