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	Rancilio	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$1195	$1839
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Magica PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.2 L - Reservoir	4 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Copper
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	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	28.1 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rancilio Silvia PID is priced at $1,195 and is tailored for beginner espresso enthusiasts, while the Bezzera Magica PID has a higher price point of $1,839 and is designed for intermediate users. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category but cater to different skill levels. As such, the Rancilio may be more accessible to those just starting their espresso journey, while the Bezzera appeals to users with more experience looking for advanced functionality.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Rancilio Silvia PID utilizes a rocker switch activation and features a single boiler with a brass construction. It has a brew group of chrome-plated brass and offers a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, with a water reservoir capacity of 2.2 liters. Conversely, the Bezzera Magica PID employs a lever activation mechanism and is equipped with a heat exchanger primary heating element made of copper. It boasts a larger water reservoir of 4 liters and also has a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, while its group type is E61.

Features Comparison

Comparing the features, the Rancilio Silvia PID lacks an auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, and steam pressure gauge, but offers hot water capability and PID control for temperature management. The Bezzera Magica PID, on the other hand, is equipped with auto shutoff and pressure gauges for both brewing and steaming, enhancing user control and convenience. Additionally, the Bezzera allows for concurrent brewing and steaming, as well as pre-infusion, features not present in the Rancilio. Both machines come with a steam wand and solenoid valve, but the Bezzera offers a more comprehensive feature set to accommodate its target audience.

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