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	Breville	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1599.95	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 0.95L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes
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	Yes	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	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Breville Dual Boiler, has an MSRP of $1599.95, making it a more affordable option compared to Machine 2, the Profitec Pro 500, which is priced at $2099. Both machines are categorized as semi-automatic and are designed for an intermediate skill level, suggesting they cater to users who possess some experience in espresso brewing.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Breville Dual Boiler activates via a button and features a dual boiler system with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 500 uses a lever activation and operates on a heat exchanger system, with a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. The Breville has a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 0.95 liters. Meanwhile, the Profitec has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters and uses a brew group made of chrome-plated brass.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, both machines offer auto shutoff, PID control, and a solenoid valve. However, the Profitec Pro 500 includes a steam pressure gauge, while the Breville Dual Boiler does not. Additionally, the Profitec boasts a no-burn wand for safety, which is absent in the Breville. Both machines support pre-infusion and have a shot timer, indicating a focus on precision brewing.

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