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	Lelit	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$585	$1940
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual 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: 1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.7 L - Reservoir	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	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
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	20 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lelit Anita PID is priced at $585 and is classified as a semi-automatic espresso machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X is significantly more expensive at $1940 and targets intermediate users. Both machines offer quality construction from reputable brands, but they cater to different market segments based on their price and targeted skill levels.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Lelit Anita PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation and features a single boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.25 liters. Meanwhile, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X employs a rocker switch for activation and comes equipped with a dual boiler system, offering a slightly larger brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters. Both machines use the vibration pump type and have similar heat-up times ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. However, the Rancilio machine features a saturated group type which can provide better temperature stability during brewing.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Lelit Anita PID includes components such as a PID control for temperature management and an integrated grinder, but lacks automatic shutoff and a steam pressure gauge. Conversely, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X offers more advanced functionality with features like automatic shutoff, dual PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer. Both machines support hot water dispensing, have solenoid valves, and utilize steam wands, but the Rancilio's extra features make it better suited for more experienced baristas.

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