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	Ascaso	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$1335	$2650
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Strega pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.3 L - Reservoir	4 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	10 kg	30.5 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID is priced at MSRP $1,335 and targets intermediate skill-level users, while the Bezzera Strega is more expensive at MSRP $2,650, catering to advanced skill level users. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, but they reflect different levels of investment and experience requirements.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Dream PID utilizes a thermoblock heating element, activating with a toggle switch and heating up in less than 5 minutes. In contrast, the Bezzera Strega employs a heat exchanger system activated by a lever, with a longer heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes. The Ascaso Dream PID features a water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters compared to the Bezzera's 4 liters, which offers greater water supply for multiple brews.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Ascaso Dream PID includes useful functionalities such as pre-infusion, PID control, and a hot water outlet, although it lacks a steam pressure gauge and concurrent brew/steam capability. On the other hand, the Bezzera Strega offers steam pressure gauge functionality, concurrent brewing and steaming, and flow control, further appealing to advanced users seeking refined control over their brewing process. While both machines feature steam wands, the Strega includes a no-burn wand for user safety.

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