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	Lelit	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$569	$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	No	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

Both the Lelit Anna and Breville Barista Pro are semi-automatic espresso machines, designed for beginners. The Lelit Anna is priced at $569, making it the more affordable option compared to the Breville Barista Pro, which retails for $849.95. Each machine is geared towards novice users, offering a balance of functionality and ease of use that suits those new to espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Lelit Anna has a toggle switch activation and a primary heating element that utilizes a single boiler, heating up in approximately 5-15 minutes. The brew group is made of brass with a group type identified as Lelit57, and it features a vibration pump for water delivery. Conversely, the Breville Barista Pro activates via an LCD screen and uses a thermoblock heating element, which provides a similar heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The group type is semi-saturated, and it also employs a vibration pump for the brewing process.

Features Comparison

When comparing key features, the Lelit Anna lacks several advanced options such as auto shutoff and PID control, but it includes a boiler pressure gauge and solid water distribution options with a hot water feature and a steam wand. In particular, it allows for hot water dispensing but does not have a built-in grinder. The Breville Barista Pro, on the other hand, features an integrated grinder, PID control for temperature stability, pre-infusion, and a shot timer, along with a hot water function and steam wand. It also includes an auto shutoff function, enhancing its convenience for regular use.

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