Compare Machines


	Rancilio	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$1195	$1699.95
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	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Mara X 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: 1.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.2 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
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	19 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Rancilio Silvia PID, has a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,195 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine geared towards beginners. In contrast, Machine 2, the Lelit Mara X, is priced higher at $1,699.95 and targets an intermediate skill level.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Rancilio Silvia PID uses a rocker switch for activation and features a single boiler system with a brass boiler material, offering a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The Lelit Mara X employs a lever for activation and includes a heat exchanger with a stainless steel boiler. Its heat-up time ranges from 15-30 minutes, and it has a slightly larger water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters compared to the Rancilio's 2.2 liters.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, the Rancilio Silvia PID does not have auto shutoff or any pressure gauges, but it does come equipped with PID control and a steam wand. Conversely, the Lelit Mara X has an auto shutoff feature, boiler and steam pressure gauges, and supports concurrent brewing and steaming. Both machines have similar components like a solenoid valve and a steam wand, but the Mara X includes a no-burn wand and supports pre-infusion, enhancing the overall brewing experience.

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