Compare Machines


	Breville	Londinium
MSRP
MSRP	$749.95	$3858
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Express pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The R24 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.3L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	0 L - Direct Connect
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	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	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	38 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Londinium R24 is a high-end semi-automatic espresso machine priced at approximately $3,724, targeting advanced users who seek precision in their brewing process. In contrast, the Breville Barista Express is a more budget-friendly option at about $749.95, designed for beginners who want a straightforward entry into espresso-making. Both machines cater to different skill levels, with Londinium emphasizing expert control, while Breville focuses on ease of use.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Londinium R24 utilizes a lever activation method and features a heat exchanger as its primary heating element, requiring about 15 to 30 minutes to heat up. It also has a sprung lever group type and a rotary pump for consistent pressure. Conversely, the Breville Barista Express employs button activation with a thermoblock heating element, offering a faster heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. Additionally, it uses a vibration pump and has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters compared to the direct connection of the Londinium model.

Features Comparison

Both machines sport some useful features; however, they differ significantly in functionality. The Londinium R24 does not have an auto shutoff or boiler pressure gauge but supports concurrent brew and steam functions and has flow control. On the other hand, the Breville Barista Express includes an integrated grinder, auto shutoff, and boiler pressure gauge, making it convenient for beginners. While both machines offer pre-infusion and steam wands, the Londinium machine excels in manual control, while the Breville provides automated assistance for novice users.

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