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	Odyssey	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$850	$1999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Direct Lever	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Baby Bar One pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.6L	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	0 L - Reservoir	5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	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	No	No
Weight
Weight	6.8 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 classified as a semi-automatic machine aimed at intermediate skill levels. In contrast, the Odyssey Argos is priced at $850 and is a manual machine also targeting intermediate users. Both machines appeal to users with some experience in espresso making but differ significantly in price, with the Argos being more budget-friendly.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Baby Bar One is activated by a button and features a dual boiler heating element with a heat-up time of over 30 minutes. It employs a saturated group type and has a steam boiler capacity of 4 liters, alongside a water reservoir capacity of 5 liters. On the other hand, the Odyssey Argos utilizes a lever activation mechanism and is equipped with a single boiler heating element, allowing for a rapid heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. It has a brew group made of stainless steel, but does not possess a steam boiler due to its design relying on a reservoir for water.

Features Comparison

Both machines come with an array of features that enhance their usability. The Ascaso Baby Bar One supports pre-infusion, features a steam wand, and offers PID control, but does not have auto shutoff or integrated smart connectivity. Meanwhile, the Odyssey Argos includes auto shutoff, flow control, and also includes PID control—with additional features like smart connectivity, although it lacks a steam pressure gauge and has no solenoid valve. Both machines also feature shot timers for precise brewing.

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