Compare Machines


	Diletta	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$1600	$3199.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bello pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	Yes
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	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	22.7 kg	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Diletta Bello, is priced at $1,600 and is designed for users with an intermediate skill level. In contrast, Machine 2, the Lelit Bianca V3, has a higher price point of $3,199.95 and caters to advanced users. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category and are made of stainless steel.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Diletta Bello operates with a heat exchanger and features an E61 group type, with a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes, and has a water reservoir capacity of 3 liters. The Lelit Bianca V3, also utilizing the E61 group type, has a dual boiler setup with a heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes and a smaller water reservoir of 2.5 liters. Both machines feature lever activation, but while the Diletta utilizes a vibration pump, the Bianca employs a rotary pump. Additionally, the Bello's steam boiler capacity is 1.8 liters, compared to the Bianca's 1.5 liters.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines include automatic shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, steam pressure gauges, and steam wands with no-burn capabilities. However, the Bianca V3 stands out with advanced features like flow control, PID control, shot timer, and dual PID control, which the Diletta Bello lacks. Both machines offer concurrent brewing and steaming, as well as pre-infusion capabilities. Overall, the Bianca V3 offers a more feature-rich experience tailored to advanced baristas, while the Diletta Bello provides a solid option for those with intermediate skills.

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