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	Ascaso	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$1725	$5849
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Baby T Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	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	15 kg	34.9 kg
Material
Material	Carbon, Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Baby T Plus is a semi-automatic espresso machine designed for advanced users, with an MSRP of $5,849. In contrast, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID, also a semi-automatic machine, is suitable for intermediate skill levels and is priced significantly lower at $1,725. This considerable price gap underscores the differences in the target customer and use cases for both products.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Baby T Plus features a button activation, a dual heating system with a thermoblock as the primary element, and a group type classified as a custom group. It has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The Steel Duo PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation, employs thermoblock heating elements, and has a ring group type with a notably faster heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. Additionally, its steam boiler capacity is nonexistent, and it houses a water reservoir of 1.8 liters.

Features Comparison

Both machines offer several key features that enhance the brewing experience. The Baby T Plus includes a range of features like PID control, a steam pressure gauge, and the ability for concurrent brew and steam. Meanwhile, the Steel Duo PID also supports PID control and offers similar functionalities, although it lacks a steam pressure gauge and smart connectivity. Both machines are equipped with auto shutoff, hot water dispensing, and a steam wand with a no-burn design, solidifying their appeal to espresso enthusiasts.

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