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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$849.95	$899.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	LCD Screen	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Pro pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Barista Express Impress 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	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	No Information
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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	Yes
Weight
Weight	12 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express Impress is priced at $899.95 and is designed for beginner users, while the Breville Barista Pro comes at a slightly lower price of $849.95, also targeting beginner skill levels. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, making them suitable for users who are just starting their journey into espresso making. Both brands, Breville, offer great entry-level options for aspiring baristas.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines feature a primary heating element made of Thermoblock and utilize a vibration pump system. The activation method for the Barista Express Impress is through a button, whereas the Barista Pro employs an LCD screen for activation. Both machines have a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters and take approximately the same amount of time to heat up, ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The Barista Pro, however, has a semi-saturated group type, distinguishing it from the group type of the Barista Express Impress.

Features Comparison

Both espresso machines come equipped with several key features aimed at enhancing the brewing experience. The Barista Express Impress includes an integrated grinder, has a PID controller with pre-infusion settings, and a solenoid valve, while the Barista Pro also features an integrated grinder and offers similar pre-infusion capabilities. Notably, the Barista Pro includes a shot timer, which is absent in the Barista Express Impress. Both machines also come with auto shut-off functionality and provide hot water, making them versatile for various espresso drinks.

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