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	ECM	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$999	$1335
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.4L	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	1.3 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	10 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Aluminum

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Ascaso Dream PID, is priced at $1335 and is designed for intermediate skill levels. In contrast, Machine 2, the ECM Casa V, is offered at a lower MSRP of $999, also targeting intermediate users. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, suggesting they require user involvement in the brewing process.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing specifics, the Ascaso Dream PID features a toggle switch for activation, a thermoblock heating element, and a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The ECM Casa V uses a button activation method, employs a single boiler for heating, and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Both machines utilize a vibration pump and support a 58mm portafilter, but the Ascaso has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters, whereas the Casa V has a larger 3-liter capacity.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Ascaso Dream PID includes auto shutoff, PID control, and pre-infusion options, whereas the ECM Casa V does not have auto shutoff or PID control but does feature a no-burn steam wand. Both machines have a boiler pressure gauge and hot water functionality, while only the Ascaso has a shot timer and solenoid valve. Each machine lacks integrated grinders and smart connectivity features.

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