Compare Machines


	Breville	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$899.95	$1849
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
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	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity 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: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 0.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Eco Brass
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
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	No
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	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	18 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express Impress is a semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $899.95, tailored for beginner users. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 300 is also semi-automatic but is designed for intermediate skill levels and has a significantly higher MSRP of $1849. While both machines are made of stainless steel, the Breville model is more accessible to entry-level aficionados, whereas the Profitec model targets those with more experience.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Breville machine utilizes a button activation, has a primary thermoblock heating element, and a heat-up time of approximately 5-15 minutes. On the other hand, the Profitec Pro 300 has a toggle switch activation and features a dual boiler system with a heating time of 15-30 minutes. The water reservoir capacities differ, with the Breville holding 1.9 liters compared to the Profitec's 2.8 liters. Additionally, the Profitec uses chrome plated brass for its brew group, promoting heat retention during brewing.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines come with auto shutoff functionality and hot water availability. The Breville Express Impress includes an integrated grinder, PID control, and pre-infusion capability, while the Profitec Pro 300 impresses with concurrent brew and steam, steam pressure gauge, and a shot timer. The Profitec also incorporates advanced PID degree control and an over-pressure valve for more precise brewing. Overall, the Breville offers features suited for beginners, while the Profitec caters to more serious espresso enthusiasts with its advanced capabilities.

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