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	Ascaso	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$1335	$1599.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 0.95L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.3 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	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	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	10 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Dual Boiler is priced at $1599.95 and is categorized as a semi-automatic machine suitable for intermediate users. In contrast, the Ascaso Dream PID is slightly more affordable at $1335 and also targets the intermediate skill level. Both machines are designed for users who have some experience with espresso making and are looking for advanced features without venturing into the professional realm.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Dual Boiler features a button activation method, dual stainless steel boilers, a 5-15 heat-up time, and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters. The Ascaso Dream PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation, employs a thermoblock heating element with a quicker heating time of under 5 minutes, and has a smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters. The brew group type of the Breville is unspecified, while the Ascaso machine uses a ring group. Both machines utilize a vibration pump for operation.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, both machines offer auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, hot water functionality, and pre-infusion capabilities. The Breville includes concurrent brew and steam and dual PID control, while the Ascaso lacks concurrent brewing but maintains a shot timer and solenoid valve. Additionally, both machines do not have an integrated grinder or smart connectivity features. Overall, they share common functionalities but differ in specific technical aspects and capacities.

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