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	Nuova Simonelli	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$1495	$1599.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Oscar II pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 0.95L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	17.7 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel, Plastic	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Breville Dual Boiler, has an MSRP of $1599.95 and is classified as a semi-automatic machine suitable for intermediate skill levels. Machine 2, the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II, is priced at $1495, also targeting intermediate users. Both machines are designed to cater to users with a moderate level of barista skills, encouraging exploration into espresso-making without overwhelming beginners.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Dual Boiler utilizes a dual boiler system with a stainless steel brewing boiler capacity of 0.3 liters, while the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II incorporates a heat exchanger with a copper boiler material and has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters. Both machines feature vibration pump types and can activate with a button, while their heat-up times are similar, ranging between 5 to 15 minutes. The water reservoir capacity for the Breville Dual Boiler is 2.5 liters, and for the Oscar II, it stands at 2.8 liters, allowing for a comparable brewing experience.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Breville Dual Boiler includes several advanced functionalities such as auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, and a shot timer, enhancing user control while brewing. In contrast, the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II lacks features such as auto shutoff, PID control, and a shot timer, but offers concurrent brewing and steaming capabilities along with a solenoid valve. Both machines do not have integrated grinders and feature steam wands, but the Breville provides more options for customization and precision in brewing.

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