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	Breville	ACS
MSRP
MSRP	$1499.95	$1899
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 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.3L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.6 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	No	No
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	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	12.2 kg	22.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch Impress is priced at $1499.95 and is targeted towards beginners looking for a semi-automatic machine. In comparison, the ACS Minima machine carries a higher price of $1899, positioned for intermediate users seeking a more advanced brewing experience. Both machines are semi-automatic, catering to different skill levels while highlighting the cost difference between beginner and intermediate options.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Touch Impress activates via a button, features a primary Thermoblock heating element, and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. On the other hand, the ACS Minima uses a toggle switch for activation, is equipped with a dual boiler heating system, and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The Breville machine incorporates a 54mm portafilter, while the Minima utilizes a larger 58mm portafilter, enhancing the brewing capacity and quality. Water reservoir capacities differ as well, with the Breville holding 1.9 liters compared to the Minima's 2.6 liters.

Features Comparison

The Breville Barista Touch Impress comes with features like auto shutoff, integrated grinder, and pre-infusion, offering convenience for beginners. In contrast, the ACS Minima includes advanced features such as dual PID control, shot timer, and enhanced steam boiler capacity, catering to more skilled users. Both machines prioritize hot water access and feature solenoid valves, showcasing fundamental capabilities. However, the Breville lacks a steam pressure gauge while the Minima is equipped with one, illustrating a difference in monitoring and control features.

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