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	Odyssey	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$850	$1435
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Direct Lever	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Uno PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.6L	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	0 L - Reservoir	1.7 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
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	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	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	6.8 kg	12 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Carbon, Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Steel Uno PID is priced at $1,435 and operates as a semi-automatic machine, suitable for intermediate skill level users. In contrast, the Odyssey Argos is more affordable at $850 and is designed as a manual machine, also tailored for intermediate users. Both machines cater to similar customer skill levels but differ significantly in price, with the Ascaso being over $500 more expensive.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Steel Uno PID utilizes a thermoblock heating system and features a toggle switch for activation. It has a water reservoir capacity of 1.7 liters and heats up in less than 5 minutes. The Odyssey Argos is activated through a lever and employs a single boiler system, with a boiler material of stainless steel, and also heats up in under 5 minutes, but has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 0 liters. Both machines enable the use of a 58 mm portafilter and have achieved similar heating times, but differ in their activation and brewing methods.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Ascaso Steel Uno PID includes pre-infusion, a shot timer, and PID control with degree control, while also offering an auto shutoff feature. On the other hand, the Odyssey Argos features flow control and smart connectivity, adding some versatility. Both machines are equipped with a boiler pressure gauge, but the Ascaso has additional advanced features like a steam wand and over-pressure valve. Ultimately, while both machines offer essential features, their advanced functionalities vary, appealing to different user preferences.

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