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	Cafelat	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$375	$1599.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Manual Pump	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Mechanical Piston	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Robot requires an external source of water
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 0.95L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
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	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.8 kg	13.6 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Cafelat Robot, is priced at $375 and is categorized as a manual espresso machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, Machine 2, the Breville Dual Boiler, has a significantly higher price of $1599.95 and is classified as a semi-automatic espresso machine aimed at intermediate skill levels. This difference in price and skill level indicates that the Cafelat Robot is more accessible for those starting out, while the Breville Dual Boiler offers advanced features for more experienced users.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Cafelat Robot utilizes a manual pump for activation and has a stainless steel brew boiler and group material. It lacks a heat-up time due to its manual nature. On the other hand, the Breville Dual Boiler is activated by a button, features a dual boiler system, and has a significant water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters, with a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, making it better suited for continuous brewing.

Features Comparison

The key features of the Cafelat Robot include a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion capability, and flow control; however, it lacks automatic shutoff and steam functionality. Conversely, the Breville Dual Boiler boasts many advanced features, including an auto shutoff function, PID control, dual PID control, and the ability to brew and steam concurrently. It also comes equipped with a steam wand and additional controls like a shot timer and over-pressure valve, catering to users who seek a more refined espresso-making experience.

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