Compare Machines


	Lelit	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$699	$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	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	7.2 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, focusing on ease of use and learning the espresso-making process. In contrast, the Lelit Anna PID offers a more budget-friendly option at $699, while also catering to beginners with a similar focus on user-friendliness. Both machines are categorized as semi-automatic, allowing users to engage in hands-on brewing methods. Despite being beginner-friendly, the higher price tag of the Breville suggests more premium components.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Pro uses an LCD Screen for activation and has a semi-saturated group type, featuring a thermoblock primary heating element with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The Lelit Anna PID activation is done through a toggle switch and utilizes a single boiler, with a brass brew group and an equivalent heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The water reservoir capacity of the Breville is 1.9 liters, while the Lelit has a slightly larger 2.7-liter capacity. Both machines utilize a vibration pump for consistent extraction.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Barista Pro comes with several advantages including auto shutoff, PID control, and a pre-infusion function to enhance espresso quality. It also has an integrated grinder, making it a comprehensive all-in-one solution for beginners. On the other hand, the Lelit Anna PID offers a boiler pressure gauge and PID degree control, but lacks features such as an integrated grinder and auto shutoff. However, it includes a solenoid valve and a steam wand for added versatility in coffee preparation.

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