Compare Machines


	Breville	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$749.95	$2199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Express pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Aria PID (Flow Control) pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.9 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated 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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	24 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express is priced at $749.95 and is designed for beginner users, making it an accessible option for those new to espresso making. In contrast, the Bezzera Aria PID (Flow Control) comes with a significantly higher price tag of $2,199, positioned for intermediate-level users seeking a more advanced brewing experience. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, allowing for a degree of manual control over the brewing process.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Express activates via a button and utilizes a thermoblock heating element with a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. Its water reservoir can hold up to 1.9 liters but lacks a designated brew group material and group type. The Bezzera Aria PID features a lever activation system and incorporates a heat exchanger heating element, also with a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. It has a larger water reservoir capacity of 2.9 liters and employs an E61 group type with a chrome-plated brass brew group material.

Features Comparison

The Breville Barista Express includes features such as an integrated grinder, auto shutoff, pre-infusion, and a steam wand but lacks some advanced options like PID control and shot timers. Conversely, the Bezzera Aria PID boasts more sophisticated attributes, including PID control with degree adjustments, flow control capabilities, concurrent brew and steam functionality, and a shot timer. Both machines come equipped with necessary gauges and solenoid valves, reinforcing their respective functionalities and user preferences.

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