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	Breville	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$1725
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	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	1.9 L - Reservoir	1.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	No	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	No	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	5.4 kg	15 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Carbon, Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Bambino Plus is positioned as a beginner-friendly espresso machine with a retail price of $499.95. In contrast, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID targets an intermediate skill level and comes at a significantly higher price of $1,725. Both machines are categorized as semi-automatic devices, offering distinct features that cater to their respective user bases.

Brewing Comparison

Regarding brewing capabilities, the Breville Bambino Plus utilizes a button for activation, features a Thermoblock primary heating element, and boasts a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. Similarly, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID activates via a toggle switch and employs dual Thermoblock heating elements, with a comparable heat-up time of under 5 minutes. Both machines utilize a vibration pump and have a water reservoir capacity of approximately 1.8–1.9 liters, with the Bambino Plus having a slightly higher capacity.

Features Comparison

When considering features, the Breville Bambino Plus includes auto shutoff, PID control, and pre-infusion capabilities. The Ascaso Steel Duo PID offers a more advanced set of features, including boiler pressure gauge, dual PID control, hot water dispensing, and a shot timer. Both machines are equipped with a steam wand, yet the Ascaso model includes enhancements like a no-burn steam wand and an over-pressure valve, thereby providing additional safety and functionality.

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