Compare: Breville Barista Express vs. Rancilio Silvia

Written by Kat
The Espresso Afficionado
Published on Nov 9, 2011
Kat is a passionate coffee enthusiast and seasoned blogger. Read her posts for insights on brew methods, coffee recipes, and machine reviews.
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After a couple of requests for this comparison model, Gail breaks it down for us: features, pros, cons, performance, etc. While the Barista Express includes a built-in grinder and a lower price tag, the Silvia + Rocky combo is a time honored tradition. Watch Gail go through their specs and whip up a latte on each of these machines to show you how they compare in terms of performance and end product.

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