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	Ascaso	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1335	$1849
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Toggle Switch
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
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 0.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.3 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Eco Brass
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	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	10 kg	18 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID and the Profitec Pro 300 are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for intermediate skill levels. The Dream PID has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $1,335, while the Pro 300 is priced higher at $1,849. Both machines target users with some experience in espresso preparation, providing features that require a degree of proficiency to operate effectively.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a toggle switch for activation. The Ascaso features a Thermoblock heating element and achieves a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, whereas the Profitec employs a dual boiler with a significantly longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. The water reservoir capacity also differs, with the Dream PID holding 1.3 liters and the Pro 300 accommodating up to 2.8 liters. Both machines utilize a vibration pump and feature a ring group type; however, the brew group material varies, being unlisted for the Dream PID and chrome-plated brass for the Pro 300.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Ascaso Dream PID includes automatic shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, and a hot water option, among others. Conversely, the Profitec Pro 300 includes similar features, but with the addition of a steam pressure gauge and concurrent brew steam capabilities. Both machines do not have an integrated grinder. Additional features such as a shot timer and solenoid valve are also present in both models, demonstrating a shared focus on precision and control during the espresso-making process.

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