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	Cafelat	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$375	$1499
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	Lever
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: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	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	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	18.5 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 more budget-friendly option for beginners. In contrast, the ECM Classika PID is a semi-automatic machine with a price of $1499, catering to an intermediate skill level. This price difference reflects the varying target audiences and the complexity of the machines. The Cafelat Robot focuses on simplicity, while the ECM Classika offers more advanced features for enthusiasts.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Cafelat Robot uses a manual pump for activation and has a mechanical piston pump type. It lacks a boiler capacity and heat-up time is listed as not applicable. In contrast, the ECM Classika PID operates with a lever activation and has a single boiler with a brewing capacity of 0.8 liters. Additionally, its heat-up time ranges from 5 to 15 minutes, allowing for quicker preparation compared to the manual operation of the Cafelat Robot.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Cafelat Robot has a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion capability, and flow control, but it does not include auto shutoff or other advanced features. On the other hand, the ECM Classika PID possesses several advanced functions including PID control, a shot timer, a solenoid valve, and a steam wand. It also has an auto shutoff feature, enhancing safety and convenience. While the Cafelat Robot is minimalistic, the ECM Classika PID provides more functionality suited for skilled users.

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