Compare Machines


	Breville	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$749.95	$1099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Express pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Brass
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	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	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	9.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lelit Victoria and the Breville Barista Express are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for beginners. The Lelit Victoria is priced at approximately $1,099, whereas the Breville Barista Express is more budget-friendly at around $749.95, making it a more accessible choice for those new to espresso brewing. Both brands are reputable in the coffee maker market, appealing to users seeking quality and performance without extensive barista skills.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines feature button activation and utilize a vibration pump. The Lelit Victoria boasts a single boiler heating element with a brass brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters, and a water reservoir option of 2.5 liters with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The Breville Barista Express, on the other hand, uses a thermoblock heating element, has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, and shares the same heat-up time of 5-15 minutes but does not specify its boiler material or brew group details.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines have an auto shutoff function and a boiler pressure gauge, but differ significantly in other aspects. The Lelit Victoria has an integrated PID control, pre-infusion capabilities, and a shot timer while the Breville Barista Express includes an integrated grinder but lacks PID control and a shot timer. Additionally, both machines have a steam wand, but the Lelit Victoria includes an overpressure valve, while the Breville model does not feature this component. Overall, the Lelit Victoria is equipped with features suited for precise control, while the Breville Barista Express combines convenience with its built-in grinder.

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