Compare Machines


	Lelit	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$1099	$1195
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Rocker Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Brass
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	Yes	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
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	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.2 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both espresso machines are semi-automatic models aimed at beginner users, but they differ in price and brand. The Rancilio Silvia PID is priced at $1,195, while the Lelit Victoria comes in at a lower price of $1,099. Rancilio is known for its classic build and reliability, whereas Lelit offers features that might cater more to those who are slightly more curious about advanced functions. Both machines offer a solid entry point into home espresso brewing.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines feature a brass boiler and a brewing boiler capacity of 0.3 liters. The Rancilio Silvia PID uses a rocker switch for activation, while the Lelit Victoria employs a button for activation. Both machines have a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, and they utilize a vibration pump, but the Lelit Victoria has a slightly larger water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters compared to the Rancilio's 2.2 liters. They both utilize chrome-plated brass brew group materials and have a portafilter size of 58 mm.

Features Comparison

When comparing the features, the Lelit Victoria includes automatic shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer, which are absent in the Rancilio Silvia PID. Both machines offer PID control for temperature management, solenoid valves, and steam wands, but the Rancilio lacks an automatic shutoff and a boiler pressure gauge. In contrast, both machines provide hot water functionality and over-pressure valves. In summary, while they share some similarities, the Lelit Victoria offers a few more features that might enhance usability for aspiring baristas.

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