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	Rancilio	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$1195	$4399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The DE1 XXL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.2 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	No Information
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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
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	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rancilio Silvia PID is priced at $1,195 and is classified as a semi-automatic machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, the Decent DE1 XXL is priced at $4,399 and targets advanced users, making it significantly more expensive and geared toward those with more experience in espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

For brewing capabilities, the Rancilio Silvia PID utilizes a rocker switch for activation and has a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. It features a single boiler system with a chrome-plated brass brew group and a 58mm portafilter. On the other hand, the Decent DE1 XXL employs a touch screen for activation and boasts an impressive heat-up time of under 5 minutes with a custom PID-controlled group. It does not have a conventional brew boiler but offers advanced capabilities through its custom heating element.

Features Comparison

Both machines come with a variety of features. The Rancilio Silvia PID is equipped with PID control, hot water, and a steam wand but lacks features such as an auto shut-off and a shot timer. The Decent DE1 XXL, however, includes numerous advanced features such as auto shut-off, dual PID control, pre-infusion, and smart connectivity. It also has a steam wand with a no-burn design, enhancing its usability for skilled operators.

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