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	Breville	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$1499.95	$1999
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	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Baby Bar One pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 4L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	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	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	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	12.2 kg	35.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Baby Bar One is priced at $1999 and is designed for intermediate users, while the Breville Barista Touch Impress is more affordable at $1499.95 and targets beginner users. Both machines classify as semi-automatic, but they cater to different experience levels, making the Ascaso more suitable for individuals with some barista skills.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing capabilities, the Ascaso features a dual boiler system with a heat-up time of over 30 minutes, while the Breville utilizes a thermoblock heating element that heats up in less than 5 minutes. The Ascaso includes a saturated group type and a brass brew group material, providing an advantage in thermal stability and pre-infusion capabilities. The Breville has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, compared to the Ascaso's 5 liters, indicating a preference for quick brewing but less capacity for busy sessions.

Features Comparison

Both machines offer unique features catering to user preferences. The Ascaso includes a steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew and steam functionality, as well as PID control with pre-infusion, but lacks automated shutoff. Conversely, the Breville boasts an integrated grinder, auto shutoff, and a boiler pressure gauge, which enhances the user experience for beginners. However, it does not have a steam pressure gauge and has a smaller steam boiler capacity.

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