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	Breville	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$599.95	$1499.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Infuser pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Barista Touch Impress pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	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	1.8 L - Reservoir	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	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	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	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	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	7.7 kg	12.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Infuser and Breville Barista Touch Impress are both semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at beginners. The Infuser has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $599.95, making it significantly more affordable than the Barista Touch Impress, which retails for $1499.95. Both machines are produced by Breville, providing a consistent brand quality and reliability for entry-level users.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines require activation via a button and utilize a Thermoblock primary heating element. The Infuser has a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters, while the Barista Touch Impress offers a slightly larger capacity of 1.9 liters. Both machines feature a vibration pump and boast a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, ensuring quick availability for brewing. The portafilter size for both machines is 54 mm, which is standard for their category.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, both machines include an auto shutoff function, a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion capability, a steam wand, and solenoid valves. However, the Barista Touch Impress distinguishes itself with an integrated grinder, which the Infuser lacks. Other similarities include the absence of steam pressure gauges and smart connectivity options. While the Infuser offers an additional hot water function, both machines do not include features such as dual PID control or flow control, keeping the focus on simplicity for beginners.

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