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	Breville	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$1940
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Rocker Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.4 L - Reservoir	2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Brass
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	4.9 kg	20 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rancilio Silvia Pro X is priced at $1940, catering to intermediate skill levels, while the Breville Bambino is more accessible at $299, ideal for beginners. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, but they target different user experiences based on their respective price points. The Silvia Pro X is aimed at those looking for a more advanced home espresso experience, while the Bambino is designed to introduce new users to espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X features a rocker switch activation and utilizes a dual boiler system with a heat-up time between 5 to 15 minutes. It has a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters and a saturated group type, providing professional-grade brewing stability. Conversely, the Breville Bambino has a button activation and boasts a rapid heat-up time of under 5 minutes, utilizing a Thermoblock heating element. It has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.4 liters, designed for ease of use in smaller spaces.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, both machines have auto shutoff function and feature pre-infusion technology. The Rancilio Silvia Pro X offers dual PID control, boiler pressure gauge, and hot water functionality, among other advanced features, making it more versatile for experienced users. The Breville Bambino, while simpler, still includes PID control and a steam wand, but lacks more advanced features such as a shot timer or solenoid valve, positioning it as a practical choice for beginners.

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