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	Rancilio	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$900	$999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.2 L - Reservoir	3 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	No Information
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	No	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
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	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Casa V is a semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $999, catering to an intermediate skill level, while the Rancilio Silvia M also falls under the semi-automatic category but is priced lower at $900 and is geared towards beginners. Both machines boast a stainless steel body, solidifying them as durable options. While their price difference is modest, the target user skill level marks a significant distinction between the two.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing specifications, the ECM Casa V is activated via a button and features a stainless steel boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters, while the Rancilio Silvia M utilizes a rocker switch with a brass boiler and a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters. Both machines employ a single boiler mechanism and share a common heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Each machine is designed with a ring group type and utilizes a vibration pump system, yet they diverge in water reservoir capacities, where the Casa V has 3 liters compared to the Silvia M's 2.2 liters.

Features Comparison

Considering features, the ECM Casa V includes a boiler pressure gauge, solenoid valve, steam wand, and hot water function without a steam pressure gauge or PID control. Meanwhile, the Rancilio Silvia M has a similar assortment but lacks a boiler pressure gauge; it also features a steam wand and similar hot water functionality. Notably, the Casa V offers a no-burn steam wand, which the Silvia M does not. Both machines lack smart connectivity and pre-infusion capabilities.

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