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	Lelit	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$585	$849.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	57 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	LCD Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Pro pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.25L	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	2.7 L - Reservoir	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	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	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	Yes
Weight
Weight	10.2 kg	12 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Pro is priced at $849.95 and is designed for beginners, while the Lelit Anita PID is more affordably priced at $585 and also caters to beginners. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, making them user-friendly for new espresso enthusiasts. The Breville model has a higher MSRP, reflecting its positioning within the market.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Pro is activated via an LCD screen and features a semi-saturated group type, utilizing a thermoblock heating element, with a heat-up time ranging between 5 to 15 minutes. In contrast, the Lelit Anita PID employs a toggle switch for activation and incorporates a single boiler heating element, a brass brew group, and a similar heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. Notably, the Lelit has a slightly larger water reservoir capacity of 2.7 liters compared to Breville's 1.9 liters. Both machines use a vibration pump for brewing.

Features Comparison

When examining the key features, the Breville Barista Pro includes an integrated grinder, PID control, hot water functionality, and pre-infusion capability, although it lacks a boiler pressure gauge. Conversely, the Lelit Anita PID also has an integrated grinder and PID control, but it incorporates a boiler pressure gauge and over-pressure valve, enhancing control over brewing conditions. While both machines provide a steam wand for milk frothing, the Breville model has a more extensive feature set designed to assist users in crafting high-quality espresso drinks.

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