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	Lelit	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$652	$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	Button	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: 0.3L	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Brass
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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	7.4 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both the Lelit Grace and the Rancilio Silvia M are classified as semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at beginners. The Lelit Grace is priced at $652, while the Rancilio Silvia M has a higher MSRP of $900. Though both machines target users with minimal experience, their pricing may influence a buyer’s decision based on budget considerations.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing, both machines utilize a brass boiler and have a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters. The Lelit Grace activates with a button, whereas the Rancilio Silvia M employs a rocker switch for activation. Both feature a vibration pump and have a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, indicating comparable preparation durations. The Lelit Grace has a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters, slightly larger than the Rancilio's 2.2 liters.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Lelit Grace offers several amenities such as auto shutoff, a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion, and a shot timer, making it slightly more advanced. In contrast, the Rancilio Silvia M lacks an auto shutoff and boiler pressure gauge and does not feature PID control or a shot timer. However, it does include a solenoid valve and an over-pressure valve, which are beneficial for brewing consistency. Both machines lack integrated grinders and smart connectivity, emphasizing their focus on the espresso-making process.

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