Breville Barista Pro
Score: 86/100
Rancilio Silvia Pro X
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Breville Barista Pro is a semi-automatic espresso machine featuring a rapid 3-second ThermoJet heat-up and an integrated 30-setting conical burr grinder. Its manual steam wand and substantial 9 kg weight make it less suited for tight counter spaces. Ideal for home enthusiasts seeking fast, barista-level control.
The Rancilio Silvia Pro X is a dual-boiler semi-automatic espresso machine delivering professional-grade temperature stability and a powerful 1 L steam boiler. Its deep footprint and 20 kg weight make it less suited for small kitchens or frequent moving. Ideal for advanced home baristas seeking café-level performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15 barbest | 9 bar | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 secondsbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 8.845 kgbest | 20 kg |
2,000 mlbest | 2,000 mlbest | |
406 mmbest | 386 mm | |
250 gbest | — | |
354 mmbest | 254 mm | |
410 mm | 419 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Pump Pressure (bar) | 15 bar | 9 bar |
Features(2) | ||
Steam Wand Type | Manual | Multi-directional |
Built‑in Grinder | true | false |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Height (mm) | 406 mm | 386 mm |
Width (mm) | 354 mm | 254 mm |
Depth (mm) | 410 mm | 419 mm |
Weight (kg) | 8.845 kg | 20 kg |
Primary Material | Brushed Stainless Steel | Stainless steel |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1680 W | 1000 W |
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Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the Barista Pro's speed, thanks to ThermoJet®'s 3-second heat-up, and its precise grinding and temperature control, which together produce consistent, high-quality espresso.
Everyday users give the machine high marks, frequently noting the rapid heat-up, reliable shot consistency, and the usefulness of the bundled accessories.
“heavy chunk of performance in a slim width”
“pulling 20+ shots daily without issues”
Professional reviewers commend the Silvia Pro for its café-quality build, dual PID-controlled insulated boilers and strong 1 L steam capacity, noting the compact width despite its depth. They highlight the commercial-grade 58 mm portafilter and brass grouphead as standout features, while pointing out the machine's deeper profile, heavy weight and lack of a plumb-in option as trade-offs.
Everyday users appreciate the machine's consistent temperature, robust steam for milk frothing and long-term durability, often reporting the ability to pull dozens of shots daily without issues. Common frustrations revolve around its deep footprint, substantial weight, frequent reservoir refills during busy periods, and occasional PID calibration adjustments needed by less-experienced users.
