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	Turin	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$499	$1725
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.5L	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	1.7 L - Reservoir	1.8 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	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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	8.5 kg	15 kg
Material
Material	Brushed Steel	Carbon, Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Steel Duo PID is priced at $1,725 and is designed for intermediate users, reflecting its more advanced features and functions. In contrast, the Turin Legato, priced at $499, caters to beginner users, making it a more accessible option for those new to espresso making. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category but target different levels of expertise in the espresso brewing process.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID employs a toggle switch for activation, features a stainless steel-lined aluminum boiler, and has a heat-up time of under 5 minutes using a thermoblock heating element. The Turin Legato activates via a button press and incorporates a stainless steel boiler, also heating up in under 5 minutes with a combination of a single boiler and thermoblock. Both machines have a vibration pump type and a water reservoir as their source. However, the brew boiler capacity differs, with the Turin Legato offering 0.5 liters compared to the Ascaso's unspecified brew boiler capacity.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Ascaso Steel Duo PID include dual PID control, pre-infusion capability, a shot timer, and a steam wand with a no-burn design, enhancing its functionality for expert users. Meanwhile, the Turin Legato has PID control, pre-infusion, and a shot timer but lacks some advanced features such as auto shutoff and dual PID control. Additionally, the Ascaso has a concurrent brew and steam feature, while the Turin does not support this capability. Both machines cater to different user needs, with the Ascaso providing more advanced features for skilled users and the Turin offering essential functionalities for beginners.

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