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	Ascaso	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1335	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
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 Pro 500 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	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
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	Yes
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	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID is priced at $1,335 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine suitable for intermediate skill levels. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 500 is more expensive at $2,099 but also targets users with intermediate skills. Both machines are designed for users who have some experience with espresso preparation, emphasizing functionality over user-friendliness for beginners. The price difference may be a key deciding factor for potential buyers.

Brewing Comparison

For brewing information, the Ascaso Dream PID has an activation method using a toggle switch, a thermoblock heating element, and a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The machine features a water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters. In comparison, the Profitec Pro 500 utilizes a lever for activation with a heat exchanger as the primary heating element, and it takes 15-30 minutes to heat up. The Profitec also has a larger water reservoir capacity of 2.8 liters and utilizes an E61 group type, which may offer additional brewing consistency.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, both machines share several similarities such as auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, shot timer, solenoid valve, and steam wand. However, the Profitec Pro 500 includes a steam pressure gauge and a no-burn wand, which are not present in the Ascaso Dream PID. The Profitec model also supports concurrent brewing and steaming, allowing for greater efficiency when preparing drinks. In contrast, while the Ascaso Dream PID includes a hot water option, it lacks the steam pressure gauge and concurrent brewing capabilities.

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