Compare Machines


	Bezzera	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$2199	$3199.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Aria PID (Flow Control) pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.5L	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.9 L - Convertable	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
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	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	24 kg	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Lelit Bianca V3, is a semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $3199.95, and it caters to advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Bezzera Aria PID, is also a semi-automatic model but comes at a lower price of $2199, targeting individuals with an intermediate skill level. Both machines are crafted from stainless steel and carry distinctive brand identities.

Brewing Comparison

Regarding brewing information, the Lelit Bianca V3 features a dual boiler system with a heat-up time between 15-30 minutes, while the Bezzera Aria PID utilizes a heat exchanger and has a faster heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The Lelit model also has a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 1.5 liters, compared to the Bezzera's larger water reservoir capacity of 2.9 liters. Both machines employ a lever activation mechanism and utilize an E61 group type made from chrome-plated brass.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Lelit Bianca V3 includes advanced options such as dual PID control, auto shutoff, and a no-burn steam wand, enhancing user safety and control over brewing. The Bezzera Aria PID, while lacking an auto shutoff feature and dual PID, also incorporates flow control, pre-infusion, and hot water functionalities but features a traditional steam wand without the no-burn option. Both machines offer shot timers, solenoid valves, and steam pressure gauges, ensuring a solid espresso-making experience.

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