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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$1099.95	$2199.95
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	Touch Screen	LCD Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Oracle pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
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	Yes	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	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	Yes
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	15.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch and the Breville Oracle are both semi-automatic espresso machines manufactured by Breville, but they cater to different skill levels and price points. The Barista Touch is priced at $1,099.95 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible option for new coffee enthusiasts. In contrast, the Oracle is more advanced, aimed at intermediate users, with a higher price tag of $2,199.95.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Barista Touch features a thermoblock heating element and has a quick heat-up time of under 5 minutes, allowing for efficient brewing. It has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, which is suitable for home use. The Oracle, on the other hand, utilizes a dual boiler system that takes 15-30 minutes to heat up, providing ample capacity with a 2.5-liter water reservoir and enhanced brewing consistency.

Features Comparison

Both machines come equipped with modern features that enhance their performance. The Barista Touch includes an integrated grinder, pre-infusion capabilities, and a steam wand, while the Oracle boasts additional features like dual PID control and a shot timer. Both models have an auto shutoff function and shared qualities such as no-burn steam wands, yet the Oracle offers a more extensive feature set tailored for users seeking greater control over their espresso extraction.

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