Compare Machines


	Breville	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$899.95	$3199.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Express Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	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	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express Impress is a semi-automatic espresso machine aimed at beginners and retails at approximately $899.95. In contrast, the Lelit Bianca V3, also a semi-automatic machine but designed for advanced users, commands a much higher price of around $3199.95. This significant price difference reflects the intended user skill level and overall capabilities of the devices.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville features button activation and uses a thermoblock heating element with a variable heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. It has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters and utilizes a vibration pump. On the other hand, the Lelit Bianca uses lever activation and employs a dual boiler system, with a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, a larger water reservoir of 2.5 liters, and operates with a rotary pump for more precise control. The brew group is made of chrome-plated brass, and it features an E61 group type.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines include an auto shutoff and boiler pressure gauge. The Breville impresses with its integrated grinder and pre-infusion capability but lacks steam pressure gauge and flow control. Conversely, the Lelit Bianca V3 offers more advanced features such as flow control, dual PID control for temperature stability, and a shot timer. Additionally, it has a no-burn steam wand and features concurrent brewing and steaming, making it more suitable for skilled baristas.

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