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	Breville	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1099.95	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Touch Screen	Lever
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 Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
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	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	Yes
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	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch is priced at $1,099.95 and is aimed at beginners seeking an entry-level espresso machine. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 500 is available for $2,099, catering to intermediate users who may have more experience and skills in espresso preparation. Both machines operate as semi-automatic designs, but their targeted user skill levels differ, indicating their complexity and ease of use.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing capabilities, the Breville Barista Touch utilizes a thermoblock heating element and has a quick heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The machine features a touch screen for activation and has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters. On the other hand, the Profitec Pro 500 employs a heat exchanger for brewing and takes significantly longer to heat up, with a range of 15-30 minutes. It features an E61 group type and has a larger water reservoir of 2.8 liters.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines come with an auto shutoff function and support for pre-infusion, enhancing the espresso brewing process. The Breville Barista Touch includes an integrated grinder and PID control but lacks pressure gauges and shot timer functionality. Conversely, the Profitec Pro 500 features both boiler and steam pressure gauges, a shot timer, and allows concurrent brewing and steaming thanks to its robust design. While both machines incorporate steam wands, the Profitec has additional refinements such as an over-pressure valve, making it more suited for experienced users.

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