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	ECM	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$999	$1499.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.4L	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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	Yes	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	12.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch Impress is priced at $1499.95, aimed at beginners seeking an easier introduction to espresso making. In contrast, the ECM Casa V is more affordable, priced at $999, and targets intermediate users who may have some experience with espresso machines. Both machines are semi-automatic, reinforcing their accessibility for different levels of skill.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville operates with a Thermoblock heating element and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. It features a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters and a portafilter size of 54 mm. The ECM Casa V, on the other hand, boasts a Single Boiler heating system with a longer heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. This machine has a larger water reservoir capacity of 3 liters and utilizes a 58 mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

When examining their features, the Breville Barista Touch Impress includes conveniences such as an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion, and an auto shutoff function. The ECM Casa V lacks an integrated grinder and PID control but compensates with features like a boiler pressure gauge, a no-burn steam wand, and an over-pressure valve. Both machines provide hot water and have solenoid valves but differ significantly in their additional capabilities.

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