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	Lelit	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$780	$1195
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	57 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Rocker Switch
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: 0.25L	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.7 L - Reservoir	2.2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Brass
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
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	No	Yes
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	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.2 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lelit Anita and Rancilio Silvia PID are both semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at beginner users, though they differ in price. The Lelit Anita is priced at $780, while the Rancilio Silvia PID has a higher MSRP of $1195. Both machines are made from stainless steel, highlighting their durability and aesthetics, but the weight and dimensions vary, with the Rancilio being heavier at 13.6 kg compared to Lelit’s 10.2 kg.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a single boiler and a vibration pump for operation. The Lelit Anita features a brew boiler capacity of 0.25 liters, while the Rancilio Silvia PID offers a slightly larger capacity of 0.30 liters. The activation method differs; the Lelit utilizes a toggle switch, whereas the Rancilio employs a rocker switch. Heat up time for both machines ranges from 5 to 15 minutes, ensuring they're ready for use within a comparable timeframe.

Features Comparison

When looking at the features, the Lelit Anita includes an integrated grinder and boiler pressure gauge, while the Rancilio Silvia PID is equipped with advanced PID control for temperature management. Both machines offer a hot water option and come with a steam wand, but the Silvia PID lacks a boiler pressure gauge compared to the Anita. Neither machine has an auto shutoff feature, smart connectivity, or a dual PID control. The Lelit also does not have PID temperature control, focused instead on essential functionality for beginners.

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