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	Breville	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$899.95	$4399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Express Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The DE1 XXL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element 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	2 L - Convertable
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	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	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
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	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express Impress and the Decent DE1 XXL are both semi-automatic espresso machines, but they cater to distinct user skill levels and price points. The Breville model is priced at $899.95 and is designed for beginners, making it accessible for novice baristas. In contrast, the Decent DE1 XXL has a significantly higher price tag of $4,399 and is aimed at advanced users who seek a more professional experience. This price difference reflects the capabilities and targeted audience for each machine.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Express Impress features a button activation system with a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes utilizing a Thermoblock heating element. It has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, with a portafilter size of 54 mm. The Decent DE1 XXL, on the other hand, provides a touch screen activation with an impressive heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. This model features a larger 2-liter water reservoir and utilizes a custom PID-controlled group with a 58 mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Breville Barista Express Impress includes essential functions such as auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion, and hot water availability. However, it lacks some advanced options such as flow control and a shot timer. The Decent DE1 XXL stands out with enhanced functionalities, including flow control, PID degree control, dual PID control, a shot timer, and smart connectivity. Both machines come equipped with steam wands and solenoid valves, but the Decent model also features a no-burn wand for safety.

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