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	Cafelat	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$375	$999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Single 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: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	3 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	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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

The Cafelat Robot is a manual espresso machine priced at $375, making it a wallet-friendly option for beginners. In contrast, the ECM Casa V is a semi-automatic machine that retails for $999, catering to intermediate users. Both machines are made by reputable brands, with Cafelat focusing on manual techniques and ECM providing a more automated experience. The skill levels reflect the level of expertise required to operate each machine effectively.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Cafelat Robot operates with a manual pump mechanism and does not have a traditional heating element or heat-up time, as it relies on user operation. The ECM Casa V, on the other hand, features a button activation system with a single boiler that heats water for brewing, requiring a heat-up time between 5-15 minutes. The boiler material for both machines is stainless steel, ensuring durability and heat retention. Additionally, the Casa V has a brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters, while the Robot does not have a defined capacity.

Features Comparison

When comparing the features, the Cafelat Robot includes flow control and pre-infusion, but lacks additional amenities such as hot water or an integrated grinder. The ECM Casa V offers hot water functionality, a solenoid valve, and a steam wand, making it more versatile for users who enjoy making various coffee drinks. However, it does not support features like PID control or smart connectivity, which are absent in both machines. Overall, the Robot is simpler and more manual, while the Casa V provides a blend of automation and user control in brewing.

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