Compare Machines


	Lelit	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$699	$900
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	Yes	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	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	7.2 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Lelit Anna PID, is priced at $699 and is suitable for beginners. In contrast, Machine 2, the Rancilio Silvia M, has a higher price point of $900, also catering to beginner skill levels. Both machines are semi-automatic, allowing users to control the brewing process while still being approachable for those new to espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

For brewing information, the Lelit Anna PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation and has a stainless steel boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.25 liters. It features a brass brew group, a Lelit57 group type, and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. On the other hand, the Rancilio Silvia M is activated via a rocker switch, has a brass boiler with a slightly larger brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters, and employs a chrome-plated brass brew group. Its heat-up time also aligns with the range of 5 to 15 minutes.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Lelit Anna PID includes a boiler pressure gauge and PID control for precise temperature management, though it lacks an auto shutoff and steam pressure gauge. Additionally, it comes with a solenoid valve, a steam wand, and a hot water option. The Rancilio Silvia M, in contrast, does not have a boiler pressure gauge or PID control but shares similar features like a solenoid valve and steam wand. Both machines provide hot water functionality, but neither integrates a grinder or offers advanced features such as flow control or shot timers.

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