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	Breville	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$3299
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Duo Temp Pro pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.75L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	3 L - Convertable
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	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	8.6 kg	32.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Duo Temp Pro is priced at $499.95, catering to beginner users who are just starting their espresso-making journey. In contrast, the Profitec Drive comes with a significantly higher price tag of $3,299 and is designed for advanced users looking for more control and precision in their brewing process. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, but they target different skill levels and budgets.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Duo Temp Pro operates via a button activation, features a primary thermoblock heating element, and has a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The Profitec Drive, on the other hand, utilizes a lever activation method and comprises dual boilers with a boiler material made of stainless steel, a chrome-plated brass brew group, and a water reservoir capacity of 3 liters, taking approximately 5 to 15 minutes to heat up. The Breville features a vibration pump, while the Profitec is equipped with a rotary pump for better performance.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Breville Duo Temp Pro lacks automatic shutoff and pressure gauges but includes pre-infusion, steam wand, and hot water functionality. In contrast, the Profitec Drive has an automatic shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, and steam pressure gauge, along with flow control, PID control, and a shot timer, providing a more advanced set of features for serious enthusiasts. Both machines have pre-infusion and steam wands, but the Profitec Drive stands out with a dual PID control and an over-pressure valve for enhanced brewing precision.

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