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	Breville	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$599.95	$3999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Touch Screen
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 DE1 XL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element 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	2 L - Convertable
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	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
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	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	7.7 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Infuser is priced at $599.95 and is targeted at beginner users, making it a more accessible option for new espresso enthusiasts. In contrast, the Decent DE1 XL is a high-end machine with a price tag of $3999, catering to advanced users who are more experienced and looking for specialized features. Therefore, the cost and skill level requirements set these machines apart significantly.

Brewing Comparison

Both machines activate differently; the Breville Infuser uses a button activation method, while the Decent DE1 XL employs a touch screen for activation. In terms of heating elements, the Breville uses a thermoblock, whereas the Decent features a custom heating element. The Breville has a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters, while the Decent's tank can hold up to 2 liters. Additionally, both machines have a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, ensuring a quick startup for brewing.

Features Comparison

When comparing features, both machines offer auto shutoff and a boiler pressure gauge. The Breville Infuser includes pre-infusion and PID control, but lacks features like a steam pressure gauge and flow control, which the Decent DE1 XL incorporates. The Decent also boasts capabilities like dual PID control, a shot timer, and smart connectivity, further establishing its position as a more advanced and feature-rich espresso machine compared to the Breville Infuser.

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